The Amp That Launched a Thousand Metal Records

This Neural DSP Quad Cortex capture pack features a Peavey 5150 Block Letter, professionally captured in Nashville, TN. This is THE amp that defined modern high-gain tone—Eddie Van Halen's first signature amp, released in 1992, with the original block-style logo.

What Makes This Special

The 5150 Block Letter is the original EVH signature amp before Fender, before the name change, before everything. This amp has been used on countless metal and hard rock records by artists like Killswitch Engage, In Flames, and legendary producer Andy Sneap.

What's Included

• 10 Neural Captures - Preamp only captures for maximum flexibility
• Lead Channel: 5 captures across gain levels
• Rhythm Channel: 5 captures across gain levels
• All captures feature Presence, Bass, Middle, Treble, and Master controls set to noon

Tone Profile

• Gain Range: Moderate crunch to face-melting high-gain
• Character: Sizzling top-end, aggressive midrange, tight low-end
• Best For: Metal, hard rock, metalcore, any style that demands gain
• Notable Users: Eddie Van Halen, Killswitch Engage, In Flames, Andy Sneap

Delivery Details

Digital captures shared via Neural DSP Cortex Cloud within 24 hours of purchase.