Reissue Version of the EHX Sovtek MIG-50 Amplifier

The straightforward two-channel preamp offers a clean Channel I (Normal) and a brighter Channel II, providing a sonic palette ranging from light crunch to more saturated distortion. Four-band EQs are shared, and each channel has its own volume and input. The obligatory standby mode, power switch and, of course, a large status indicator are also included.

The end unit uses a pair of Tung-Sol 5881 tubes and a single Mullard 12AX7 triode, while the preamplifier is based on two Tung-Sol 12AX7 tubes. On the rear of the chassis, in addition to fuses and three speaker outputs for cabinets with 4/8/16 ohm impedances, there are also inputs and a trimmer used to adjust the bias voltage of the power tubes.

This modern reissue with ample output power, the necessary projection, typical compression and a sound close to the popular Fender Bassman provides a great platform for pedals, and a certain degree of versatility is provided by a tension switch selecting voltage in steps of 100, 117 and 230 V 50/60 Hz.

Each amplifier in the innovative MIG-50 series, which draws in part on the design of the older Marshall Super Lead, is assembled by hand in Electro Harmonix's New York factory. The official price of the 50 x 24.1 x 20.3 cm unit is under $640 for the US market.