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The 5150 Iconic Series combo delivers two channels of tube-infused, EVH-style tone with a streamlined design that satisfies the needs of gigging and recording guitarists alike. This tube amp combo covers the full gamut of Edward Van Halen's contemporary hard rock tones, with an extra voicing on each channel for added versatility. There's plenty of sound shaping onboard, with per-channel Gain and Volume, a shared 3-band EQ, and global Resonance and Presence controls. What's more, this amp's custom-designed EVH Celestion speakers and tailor-built cabinet produce pristine cleans and articulate high-gain tones with ample low-end response. The 5150 Iconic Series combo also includes a top-shelf noise gate, footswitchable Boost function, and high-quality reverb to ensure a dynamic performance and U.S.-prime, grade-A-stamped sound. Other features include a power reduction circuit, speaker-emulated output, dual parallel speaker outputs, selectable impedance, and an excellent-sounding effects loop. If you're craving EVH's latter-day sound, the 5150 Iconic Series combo delivers the searing tone and growling gain that King Edward made famous.





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Two channels of tube-fueled EVH tone





The 5150 Iconic Series combo is voiced with two ECC83S preamp tubes and fueled by two 6L6 power tubes, arming you with two channels of muscular hard rock firepower. Each of this tube amp combo's channels includes two voices, along with independent Gain and Volume controls for easy level matching, plus a shared 3-band EQ for effortless sonic sculpting. Global Resonance and Presence knobs round out the 5150 Iconic Series combo's tone-shaping controls.





Chock-full of must-have features





Despite its streamlined design, the EVH 5150 Iconic Series combo is a gig-ready rock machine. Channel two includes a built-in noise gate, which effectively ? and transparently ? attenuates hiss and hum. The guitarists here at Sweetwater are impressed by this gate's responsiveness. You can churn out rapid staccato riffs all day long with zero noise between notes, and you can play long, sustaining passages without chopped-off notes. Channel two boasts a footswitchable Boost function that adds another 10dB to your signal to keep your solos front and center. The 5150 Iconic Series combo features a smooth-sounding reverb, which injects your playing with depth and dimension. You get a power reduction circuit for stadium-sized tones at bedroom-appropriate volumes, a speaker-emulated output for easy DI-ing, and dual parallel speaker outputs for no-fuss expansion. You also get a high-quality effects loop for integrating your pedalboard and outboard processors ? an essential if you want to incorporate Eddie's distinctive pitch-shifting effect into your tonal palette.





Custom-designed EVH Celestion speakers





The 5150 Iconic Series combo comes loaded with two custom-designed 12-inch EVH Celestion speakers. Voiced specifically for the 5150 Iconic Series combo's preamp circuit, these speakers deliver a sonic eruption of massive proportions. Plug in, and you'll experience pristine cleans and scorching-hot high-gain tones with truckloads of clarity and articulation. This tube combo's tailor-built MDF cabinet houses internal plywood baffling that exhibits an ample ? yet incredibly tight ? low-frequency response that's guaranteed to add thunder to your power chord-laden riffage.





EVH 5150 Iconic Series Combo Features:


60W, 2-channel, 2 x 12-inch tube amplifier combo voiced for Edward Van Halen's latter-day tone


Extra voicing on each channel gives you added sonic versatility


Channel 1 delivers crystalline cleans or "Blue"-style crunch via an Overdrive switch


Channel 2 produces high-gain tones or fiery leads via a blistering-hot Burn setting


Each channel includes independent Gain and Volume controls for easy level matching


Shared 3-band EQ supplies you with effortless sonic sculpting


Global Resonance and Presence knobs adjust the high- and low-end aspects of your tone


Custom-designed 12-inch EVH Celestion speakers are voiced specifically for the amp


Built-in noise gate effectively ? and transparently ? attenuates hiss and hum


Footswitchable Boost function adds another 10dB to your lead channel's signal


Smooth-sounding reverb injects your playing with depth and dimension


Power reduction circuit unleashes stadium-sized tones at bedroom-appropriate volumes


Speaker-emulated output with Power Amp Mute switch makes DI-ing super simple


Dual parallel speaker outputs provide no-fuss expansion


High-quality effects loop for integrating your pedalboard and outboard processors


MDF cabinet with internal plywood baffling exhibits tight and increased low-end response


Rugged textured vinyl cover with brushed aluminum front panel and black cloth grille


Eye-catching 5150 and EVH logo badges


Molded plastic top handle for easy transport


Includes a footswitch for channel selection and boost