EVH 5150 Iconic Series 15W review

A giant-killing combo that delivers classic 5150 sounds in a compact, affordable package

EVH 5150 Iconic Series 15W 1x10 Combo
(Image: © Phil Barker/Future)

Guitar World Verdict

An excellent solution for amateurs and semi-pros, delivering the big sounds of the legendary 5150 in a relatively portable and affordable package.

Pros

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    Brilliant sounds.

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    Quality speaker-emulated DI.

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    Independent boost on both channels.

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    Good price.

Cons

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    Fully enclosed cab makes replacing that tube a bit of a pain.

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Eddie Van Halen wasn’t just one of the greatest guitarists of all time; his quest for the perfect tone drove him to become an expert tweaker of guitar amps, pedals and electric guitars, all of which were brought together under the EVH brand, currently curated by Fender. 

EVH’s popular and affordable Iconic series of 5150 amplifiers evolved from the mighty 5150 III head, a go-to powerhouse of tones used by many top metal and rock professionals, and the range has recently been expanded to include this new 1x10 combo. 

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Nick Guppy

Nick Guppy has been a regular contributor to Guitarist magazine for over 20 years, mostly writing reviews on guitar amps and related products. He built his first valve amplifier at the age of 12 and has since bought, sold and restored many more, with a particular interest in Vox, Selmer, Orange and tweed-era Fenders, alongside Riveras and Mark Series Boogies. When wielding a guitar instead of soldering iron, he’s enjoyed a diverse musical career playing all over the UK, including occasional stints with theatre groups, orchestras and big bands as well as power trios and tributes. His favourite musical genres are ‘anything that’s good’.