EVH 5150III Hypersonic 6L6 1x12 - Black
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Essential Information About the EVH 5150III Hypersonic 6L6 1x12 Amp
Essential Information About the EVH 5150III Hypersonic 6L6 1x12 Amp
- 5150III Spirit, Modern Approach: a 50 W combo designed to recapture the EVH high-gain tone with the flexibility of a digital format.
- 3 Independent Channels: "Clean," "Crunch," and "Lead" with dedicated controls to switch from precise cleans to massive saturation.
- Ready for Stage and Studio: balanced XLR output with speaker simulation, stereo headphone output, effects loop, MIDI, and USB-C.
- Control and Clarity at High Gain: integrated Noise Gate per channel + built-in reverb for a clean and controlled sound.
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The name "5150" is inseparable from Eddie Van Halen's legacy and the rise of modern rock and metal tones: sharp attack, tight lows, present mids, and generous sustain. With the 5150III Hypersonic 6L6 1x12, EVH evolves this identity into a lighter, more direct, and more flexible daily solution while preserving the "plug and play" philosophy that made the 5150III series successful.
Who This Amp Is For
This combo targets intermediate to professional guitarists seeking a performance-oriented amp capable of handling low tunings, fast palm-mutes, and boost pedals without collapsing. It is perfect for rehearsals to maintain definition in a dense mix, for studio use to record cleanly via the line output, and on stage to switch channels reliably. Style-wise, it excels in hard rock, modern metal, punchy punk, and broadly anywhere a precise, articulate saturated tone is desired.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Reverb, Noise Gate | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Category | Guitar combo | Number of speakers | 1 |
| Technology | Modeling | EQ | 3 channels |
| Effects loop | Yes | Speaker model | Celestion-G12H Anniversary |
| Amp tubes | 6L6 | Headphone output | Jack 6.35, Yes |
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 16 Ω | Color | Black |
| Category | Amplifier | Finishing | Black tolex |
| Number of channels | 3 | Power output | 50 W |
Questions frequently asked
Is the EVH 5150III Hypersonic 6L6 1x12 suitable for modern metal?
Its three channels Clean, Crunch, and Lead cover tight rock tones and thick distortion for modern metal. The 12-inch Celestion EVH G12H Anniversary speaker helps maintain articulation in low tunings.
What power and speaker does this EVH combo have?
The rated power is 50 W, with a 12-inch Celestion G12H Anniversary speaker rated at 30 W and 16 Ω.
Can the XLR output be used for direct recording?
A balanced XLR Line Out with speaker simulation is included. A Cab Sim switch and output level control are located on the rear panel. The stereo headphone output on a 6.35 mm jack also allows direct monitoring.
Does the effects loop support delay and reverb?
The Send/Return effects loop on 6.35 mm jacks allows integration of delays, reverbs, or multi-effects after the preamp.
Is the footswitch included with the amp?
A 5-button footswitch with cable is included, while MIDI connectivity enables control within a rig. The combo weighs approximately 18 kg and features a black tolex finish.



