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The EVH 5150 Iconic Series 80-watt tube amp head cranks Eddie Van Halen's legacy up to eleven (and then adds a boost switch for good measure). Built on the DNA of the legendary 5150III, this head was engineered by amp designer James Brown — not that James Brown, but equally funky — to give serious guitarists pure, powerful tube tone that turns heads at rehearsals and melts faces at gigs.
Powered by four JJ 6L6 power tubes and two JJ ECC83S preamp tubes, the Iconic delivers 80 watts of articulate, searing firepower that performs just as well in the studio as it does on stage.
Two Channels, All the Goods
Most amps make you choose between a great clean tone and a devastating high-gain sound. The 5150 Iconic refuses to pick a side. Its two-channel layout — each with an extra voicing option — gives you a spectrum of tones wide enough to cover everything from shimmering cleans to face-peeling lead work, all without breaking a sweat or a sweat band.
Green Channel with Overdrive Button: The Green channel runs from lush, pristine cleans all the way to thick, punchy overdrive with a single button press, giving you two distinct voices in one versatile channel.
Red Channel with Burn Button: The Red channel's Burn button stacks on a layer of fiery, saturated crunch that's tailor-made for high-gain riffing and searing lead lines that cut through any mix.
Independent Gain and Volume Controls: Each channel has its own dedicated gain and volume knobs, so level-matching between your clean and high-gain sounds is fast, precise, and repeatable every single time.
Noise Gate, Boost, and Tone Shaping Built Right In
Raw gain without control is just chaos in a box. The 5150 Iconic comes loaded with onboard tools that keep your tone tight, focused, and ready for any room — without needing a pedalboard the size of a coffee table to hold it together.
Channel 2 Noise Gate: A fast-attack noise gate clamps down on unwanted hiss between notes, keeping your staccato riffing crisp and articulate rather than choked and sloppy.
Footswitchable Boost Control: The Channel 2 Boost adds a punchy 10dB of extra volume on demand, so your solos stop politely asking to be heard and start demanding the room's attention.
Shared EQ, Resonance, Presence, and Reverb: A global EQ stack with Low, Mid, and High controls — plus resonance, presence, and reverb knobs — lets you dial in your overall tone and tailor it to any stage or studio environment.
Ready for Any Stage and Studio
The 5150 Iconic is built for musicians who actually use their gear, not just stare at it in a climate-controlled room. From its ¼ power switch to its speaker-emulated DI output, every feature on this amp exists because someone, somewhere, really needed it at a gig.
1/4-Power Switch: Drop the amp down to 20 watts when you want to push the tubes and chase that cranked-amp feel without your neighbors filing a noise complaint.
Speaker-Emulated DI XLR with Power Amp Mute: Run directly into a PA or recording interface and still get authentic all-tube EVH tone without a mic in sight — a feature that studio engineers and live sound techs will quietly love you for.
Two-Button Footswitch and Effects Loop: A dedicated footswitch handles channel and boost switching on the fly, while the series effects loop keeps your time-based pedals sounding their best.
An Amp That Looks as Good as It Sounds
No matter how it performs, an amp still has to look the part. The 5150 Iconic wraps its internals in either Black or Ivory textured vinyl with a brushed aluminum front panel, black steel grille, and vintage-style chicken-head knobs. The red LED jewel indicator and silver-and-black 5150 and EVH logo badges round out the aesthetic, ensuring this head looks at home whether it's parked in a bedroom studio or locked and loaded on a world-class stage.
5150 Iconic Amp Features:
80W of power for plenty of volume and punch
Two channels — Clean and Overdrive — with distinct voicings to cover a range of tones
Shared 3-band EQ (Bass, Middle, Treble) for precise tonal shaping
Noise gate and boost functionality baked right into the Overdrive channel
Reverb control on both channels for adding depth and atmosphere
FX loop for easy integration with pedals and external effects
Two-button footswitch included for channel and boost control
External bias test and adjustment points for easy tube maintenance
Compact and durable design perfect for both touring and studio use
Classic EVH styling with red LED jewel indicator and vintage-inspired details
Warranty: Limited Lifetime on Guitars; 5 Years, transferrable on Amps; Call 732-918-7001 for D-Tuna warranty
EVH 5150 Iconic Series Tube Guitar Amp Head Specifications
EVH 5150 Iconic Series Tube Guitar Amp Head Specifications
Product Specifications
EVH 5150 Iconic Series 80W Tube Head Specifications
Series: EVH 5150 Iconic
Amplifier Type: Tube
Inputs: 1x 1/4"
Channels: 2x Clean/Overdrive and Lead/Burn
Controls: Channel 1: Gain with Overdrive Switch; Channel 2 Gain with Burn Switch; Noise Gate Channel 2: Low, Mid, High EQ; Channel 1/ Channel 2 Volume, Master Boost, Global Reverb, Resonance, and Presence
Effects: Reverb
Effects Loop: 1/4" (Send/Return)
Line Out: 2 (One XLR and One 1/4”)
Headphone Jack: None
Speaker Jack: 2x 1/4" Parallel
Wattage: 80W
Preamp Tubes: 2x JJ ECC83S (12AX7)
Power Tubes: 4x JJ 6L6
Rectifier: Solid State
Grill: Black
Amplifier Covering: Black or Ivory Textured Vinyl
Front Panel: Brushed Aluminum
Handle: Molded Plastic Strap with Black Powder Coated Caps
Knobs: Black Chicken-Head Style Pointer
Power Cable: IEC
Footswitch: 2-Button Footswitch Included (1/4”)
Other Features: 1/4 Power Level Switch
Frequently Asked Questions
The Iconic Series is built on the 5150III's proven foundation but streamlines it into a more accessible, gigging-friendly package with a lower price point. It retains the core tube-driven EVH tone while offering a slightly simplified feature set suited for most live and studio applications.
The 5150 Iconic runs on four JJ 6L6 power tubes and two JJ ECC83S preamp tubes. These tube choices contribute directly to its tight low-end, clear midrange, and the aggressive high-gain character the 5150 series is known for.
Yes, the amp includes a speaker-emulated DI XLR output with a power amp mute, allowing you to record direct with authentic tube tone. This makes it a practical choice for home and professional studio use without needing a microphone or isolation cabinet.
Absolutely. The Green channel's clean and overdrive voices cover a wide range of styles, from warm jazz tones to crunchy blues. While the amp shines brightest in high-gain territory, it handles lighter styles with more finesse than its reputation might suggest.
The ¼ power switch reduces the amp's output from 80 watts to 20 watts, letting you push the power tubes harder at lower volumes. It's ideal for bedroom practice, smaller venues, or recording situations where you need the feel of a driven amp without the volume that comes with it.
