The EVH® 5150III® 50W EL34 1x12 Combo is a top - notch tube guitar amplifier. It produces signature harmonic overtones with enhanced dynamic compression and saturation, creating a modern 'British' sound. As expected from an amp named after Eddie Van Halen, it offers great sustain and versatility. With flexible and independent dual - concentric controls, you can easily match gain and volume levels. This 50 - watt tube combo amp has three channels to suit any playing style, whether you prefer sparkly cleans, tight crunch, or soulful leads. Channel one provides pristine cleans and compressed tone, channel two offers overdrive and heavy gain, and channel three is full of liquid distortion. Channels one and two have dual concentric gain/volume controls and shared EQ, while channel three has its own gain, volume, and EQ controls. All channels come with global presence, resonance, and reverb controls. It's equipped with a 12” custom - designed EVH Celestion® speaker for better sound and style. There are seven JJ ECC83 (12AX7) preamp tubes, two JJ EL34 power tubes, and the front - panel power output can be adjusted from 50 watts down to one watt. Other premium features include a high - gain preamp for maximum output, a single instrument input, selectable output impedance at the rear panel, MIDI and preamp outputs, an effects loop, a headphone jack, and a four - button footswitch for easy onstage switching.
Using this EVH guitar amplifier is a breeze. First, plug in your guitar to the 1/4' input. You can use the rear - panel MIDI input if you want to connect to other MIDI devices. To choose the right sound, use the three channels. For clean tones, select channel one. If you like a bit of crunch, go for channel two, and for heavy distortion, use channel three. Adjust the gain, volume, and EQ controls according to your preference. The dual - concentric controls on channels one and two make it easy to fine - tune. You can also use the global presence, resonance, and reverb controls to add more character to your sound. When using the footswitch, it allows you to switch between channels and control the reverb on stage without having to reach for the amp. For the headphone jack, just plug in your headphones, and it will mute the power amp. This is great for practicing quietly. As for maintenance, keep the amplifier in a dry and clean place. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or humidity. Periodically check the tubes for any signs of damage or wear. If you notice any issues with the sound or the operation of the amp, it's best to have it checked by a professional.
