Here's just a small taste of Guitar World's latest exclusive cover story. For the full interview—and all the intricacies, details and secrets behind Eddie Van Halen's live rig—pick up the February 2016 issue of GW. It's available at newsstands and the Van Halen Store. Eddie Van Halen smiles a lot when he’s playing guitar. That smile remains there constantly, whether he’s … [Read more...]
Review: MXR EVH 5150 Overdrive Pedal (Video)
From Guitar World: PLATINUM AWARD For as long as I can remember, Eddie Van Halen’s unmistakable guitar sound is one of the most copied and revered tones that guitarists love to endlessly deliberate over. And it’s a good discussion to have, because some Van Halen aficionados are resolutely passionate for the romanticized “brown” sound of Eddie’s vintage Marshall Super … [Read more...]
EVH 5150 Overdrive Demo #2 by Pete Thorn
Pete Thorn fully demonstrates all the features of the 5150 Overdrive, from EVH and MXR, in this new, longer demo. You can also watch Pete's 1st 5150 Overdrive demo here. The amp used in this video is the clean channel of the Suhr PT100. For more information, watch Pete's demo above, and visit the Overdrive's page at Van Halen Store. … [Read more...]
EVH 5150 Overdrive Demoed by Pete Thorn (VIDEO)
"One of the questions I'm most frequently asked, says guitarist Pete Thorn, is 'What kind of pedal should I buy to help me get Eddie Van Halen's tone?' Thanks to EVH and MXR, I now have a great answer....get the one that Eddie Van Halen designed!" Peter demos the new EVH 5150 Overdrive, and it's the best video demo yet! Watch it above. The MXR design team has collaborated … [Read more...]
Video: MXR EVH 5150 Overdrive Pedal Demoed by Guitar World
The folks at Guitar World made a great video demo for the new EVH 5150 Overdrive. The MXR design team has collaborated with Eddie Van Halen to deliver a full range of powerful saturation and hyper-driven tones right at your feet. The resulting EVH 5150 Overdrive joins hand-adjusted multi-stage MOSFETs with a full complement of controls to deliver overdriven tube-like … [Read more...]
EVH Gear Introduces “Lunchbox” Sized 5150III 15W LBX Head
New from EVH Gear! Don’t let the size of the new EVH 5150III 15W LBX guitar amp head fool you. The easy-to-carry “lunchbox” head is a mighty sonic force to be reckoned with, its packed to the gills with searing tone! Armed with five ECC83S (12AX7) and two EL84 tubes for incredible high gain sound, it performs like an arena-filling champ. Two flexible channels, the famous EVH … [Read more...]
New MXR EVH 5150 Overdrive Pedal Delivers “Whole Spectrum” of Eddie Van Halen Guitar Tones
First came the phaser, followed by the flanger, then the wah… and now Eddie Van Halen finally has a signature overdrive pedal to his name in the form of MXR's EVH 5150 Overdrive. Benicia, CA (October 27, 2015) -- The MXR design team has collaborated with Eddie Van Halen to deliver a full range of powerful saturation and hyper-driven tones right at your feet. The resulting … [Read more...]
Eddie Van Halen Demos the 5150IIIS (Video)
EVH Gear has announce the deadly NEW EVH 5150IIIS Head Stealth with an in-depth demo from Eddie Van Halen himself! Eddie Van Halen is continuing to make it even easier for fans to at least come close to imitating his iconic riffs. In the new demo video above, the founder and legendary guitarist of Van Halen tests out the 5150IIIS amp head, which recently joined the EVH Gear … [Read more...]
EVH Stripe Series Star Guitar Coming Soon!
Here’s the info on the newest EVH Stripe Series guitar to be released soon from EVH Gear. (Release date to be announced). EVH Stripe Series Star Model, Rosewood Fingerboard, Black and White Stripes With its distinctive body shape and black and white gloss "1980 Invasion" graphic finish, the EVH Star model is without question one of the most eye-catching guitars in the Stripe … [Read more...]
UPDATED: Rock Icon Eddie Van Halen Talks Innovation at the Smithsonian
UPDATE 1/28/15: More details have emerged today about Eddie Van Halen upcoming speech at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History and Zócalo Public Square on February 12th. Edward's camp sent us this info today: First of all, the event will be broadcast online, so fans will be able to watch video of Eddie's speech the very next day! The Dutch immigrant and … [Read more...]
EVH Launches 5150III 1X12 50-Watt Combo Guitar Amp
After nearly three years in development, EVH is pleased to announce the launch of the 5150III 1x12 50-watt combo amplifier. This is not your average 1x12 combo by any stretch. In line with Eddie Van Halen’s legacy, this 1x12 is a true game changer, making players swear they’re standing in front of a half-stack. The EVH 5150III 1x12 is an all-tube combo amp, featuring three … [Read more...]
EVH Unchains the New CIRCLES Guitar
Today, EVH Gear announced the new edition to the Stripe Series lineup—the eye-catching "Circles" model! Based on one of Eddie Van Halen’s most iconic axes, the Circles takes inspiration from the guitar used on the 1981 Fair Warning tour, known to fans as the “The Unchained Guitar” because Eddie plays it in the band's official live music video for "Unchained". Fans have also … [Read more...]