Re: EVH 5150 III 50w review
Been really happy with mine, added tubes I prefer in all the pre-amp sections. I have the same preference: Blue channel. Usually run it everything dimmed and the presence off, and control overall volume through my FX loop, EQ volume and Strymon Deco volume. 4x12 cabs loaded with Celestion EVH Heritage (made in UK) Greenbacks - plus a single 12 cab loaded with a Creamback, easier load in/out in my car.
Pre-amp Tubes open up some tonal options: Sovtek, Brimar, old Blackburn Mullard 12ax7, old Tesla, Telefunken 12au7.
When I play with a drummer I use the Gain as my volume with the Bass, Mid, Treble and main Volumes at 10.
If I had the funds I would buy the 100 watt (EL34 version?) for the separate FX loops and extra headroom at full volume.