If you’re in the market for a new tube amp but don’t want to break the bank, the EHX MIG-50 gives you vintage tone and plenty of power for well under $1000. Watch Rhett’s video to hear how Electro-Harmonix “outdid themselves with this amp” and why this iconic tube amp reissue “punches well above its weight.”
WATCH ATLANTA GUITAR ACE RHETT SHULL PUT THE EHX MIG-50 TO THE TEST!
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MIG-50 AMP
50 WATT TUBE POWERED AMPLIFIER
$799.00
The Sovtek MIG-50 had a well-earned reputation for delivering rich tone and sweet harmonics reminiscent of a tweed Fender Bassman®. Our new Electro-Harmonix MIG-50 head is a faithful reissue of the original with modern enhancements specifically selected to make it bulletproof. Now assembled by hand in our NYC factory from the highest quality, globally sourced components, the build quality is first rate.
Quick Specs
- 50 watt head
- 2 channels with dedicated input and volume controls. channel 1 is normal, channel 2 is bright
- Treble, middle, bass and presence controls
- Two Sovtek 5881WXT power tubes
- One Mullard 12AX7 and two Tung-Sol 12AX7 preamp tubes
- External bias adjustment controls
- 4, 8, or 16 ohm speaker output
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SOVTEK REISSUE
The Sovtek MIG-50 had a well-earned reputation for delivering rich tone and sweet harmonics reminiscent of a tweed Fender Bassman®. Our new Electro-Harmonix MIG-50 head is a faithful reissue of the original with specifically selected modern enhancements.
RICH TONE &
SWEET HARMONICS
The MIG-50 is the definition of classic tube tone! Featuring two channels (Normal and Bright) each with dedicated input and volume controls plus treble, middle, bass and presence, this amp soars. Two Sovtek 5881WXT power tubes and three 12AX7 preamp tubes give you all the aggressive grind that makes the MIG-50 a delight to turn up.
2×12 CABINET
Sold separately. The perfect companion for your amp, our 60 watt, 2×12 cabinet delivers big EHX tone in a roadie-friendly rig. It’s also a great extension cab for your combo or head. Two custom-voiced EHX 8 ohm speakers plus an angled front, closed back design ensure superior sound dispersion. Recessed handles and reinforced corners round out this rugged package.
INPUT I Jack
This 1⁄4” jack is the audio input for the normal channel.
INPUT II Jack
This 1⁄4” jack is the audio input for the bright channel.
VOL I Knob
Controls the overall loudness of channel I, the normal channel.
VOL II Knob
Controls the overall loudness of channel II, the bright channel.
TONE Knobs
TREBLE, MIDDLE, BASS and PRESENCE controls are used to alter the amplifier’s frequency response. Adjust to taste and experiment with different settings.
STANDBY switch
Flip the STANDBY switch to the “on” position. It’s best to keep the volume low when turning your amp on and then adjust it to the level you need.
POWER switch.
Turn on the POWER switch. Wait thirty seconds for the tubes to warm up.
Lamp
Lights up when the POWER switch is on.
