View online or download peavey 6505 plus 112 owners manual. All things guitarexplore bestselling gear, new models and more. Used peavey 20 6505 plus 120w tube guitar amp head. Our website and phones are open, but shipping may take a few extra days, for the safety of our team. I get asked this one a lot, so here is the tube order on some models. I barely run the thing over 3 post gain but the hissing noise is quite loud at that level. And new features extend its utility beyond bedroom shredding sessions and into the realm of realworld recording and gigging. Although small, this amp has an all tube preamp and power amp to authentically produce the much loved tones of the iconic larger models on which it is based albeit at lower power levels. The peavey 6505 plus guitar amp head features six 12ax7 preamp tubes and four 6l6gc power amp tubes, with presence and resonance controls and threeband eq for taming their notorious tone. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of peavey tube guitar amplifier heads at guitar center.
Impressive on the low end as all 5150 6505 series and tons of gain. The only thing different is the stock tubes peavey is putting in the renamed 6505 now, that and now the amp looks retarded. The 5150 6505 actually uses the same tubes for both channels, and just throttles back the gain for cleancrunch. It features six 12ax7 preamp tubes and four 6l6gc power amp tubes, with presence and resonance controls and threeband eq for taming their notorious tone.
The amplifier was initially created as a signature model for eddie van halen. Do you have a peavey guitar or bass tube amp that needs repair or modifications. Peavey electronics corporation is one of the worlds largest manufacturers musical instruments and pro audio equipment. After van halen and peavey parted ways in 2004, the name was changed to peavey 6505. The 6505 is still the unquestionable choice for an everexpanding list of endorsers. When you plug into the all tube 6505 plus 112 combo, youll immediately understand what made its predecessor, the venerable 5150, such a favorite among hard rockers and metal players. The 6505 plus 112 combo also features the peavey msdi microphonesimulated direct interface, which eliminates the need for miking by allowing users to route the amps signal directly to a recording device or mixing console. Ive been reading up on various types of tubes and things but obviously youve got to be careful with the specs. Five select 12ax7 preamp tubes and a pair of 6l6gc poweramp tubes provide the tonal foundation for the 6505 plus 112 combo, while patented circuitry such as peavey s resonance control tweak its legendary tone. Sep 11, 2018 prowess amplifiers offers resources for the guitar tube amplifier builder.
With its extra preamp tube, the 6505 plus offers more flexibility in your tone. The peavey 5150 is a vacuum tube based guitar amplifier made by peavey electronics from 1992 on. Plus is it worth getting one specially designed for the phase inverter. Is it for the clean channel to make it more versatile or is it used in the lead channel for better gain. Can you verify if my previous thoughts were correct. The 6505 series is the undisputed goto guitar amp series for scores of rock and metal bands due to their raw tone, relentless power and roadproven reliability. Ive owned several 5150s in the past, but never a 5150ii. One guy had contacted peavey and they said that both amps have the same amount of gain and distortion, its just that the plus has a better clean channel due to the extra tube and also i heard from a personal friend of mine that has both amps saying that the plus has an extra tube in the lead channel for better distortion. Peavey 5150 preamp tube layout sign in to follow this. The tube next to the phase inverter peavey calls v3 and that is for the loop. These are all early peavey amps that are 6l6 based and steadily progressed ending up with the ultra and ultra plus. The peavey 6505 plus guitar amp head features six 12ax7 preamp tubes and four 6l6gc power amp tubes, with presence and resonance controls and. Peavey tube amp schematics, hoffman amps tube amp schematic library.
Which name gets stuck on a box depends solely on who made or boxed the tube. Stock tubes are always subject to change by the manufacturer. Swapping out ruby 12ax7 for tung sol 12ax7 preamp tubes. Changing tubes in a peavey amplifier this is a quick how to video i made regarding changing tubes valves in a peavey amplifier. Very punchy and in your face with tons of tight lows.
The 6505 plus features six 12ax7 preamp tubes and four 6l6gc power amp tubes, with presence and resonance controls and threeband eq for taming their notorious tone. Peavey 6505 plus 112 combo 2channel, 60watt tube amplifier features at a glance. The back panel of the 6505 mh is full of modern technology, including peaveys exclusive msdi output, usb recording output, headphone output, speaker defeat switch, plus a builtin power attenuator. For even more fun, try different 12ax7s in your piranha the effect of swapping this single tube is similar to swapping all of the preamp tubes in the 6505 head.
Whenever it seems that the genre has been taken to the limit, a new generation comes along and redefines heavy. If you read the info peavey gave you, and my description based on the 5150ii schematic, and look at this picture as a reference. The 6505 mh mini head has two channels that follow the same gain structure and voicing of its big brother. All of these pdf files are available for free download. I plan on putting low gain or clean oriented 12ax7 tubes in the rythym channel and a more high. Peavey triumph schematic peavey ultra plus schematic peavey valveking 112 schematic peavey valverb schematic peavey vtm 120 schematic. It also has a different power supply and a few changes in the power section. Featuring an all tube preamp and power amp, the 6505 mh authentically produces the much loved tones of the legendary peavey 6505 in a small, portable package. Theyre the north american designation and european designations for the same tube design.
List of the products in the 6505 series from peavey. The jj electronic 12ax7 ecc83 has quickly become a modern classic in preamp tubes. The amp is initially equipped wit two ruby 6l6c tubes for power section and five 12ax7 tubes for pre section. Looking from right to left, the tubes are arranged as follows. But i want to know how much will swapping the tubes affect the sound. These are all fixed bias amps and need warmer grades of tubes to sound good. From now on, the successful amp series developed with eddie van halen will be known under a different name. The 6505 is also the relaunch of the 5150 series, the immensely popular amplifiers peavey designed with edward van halen. Explore our collection of bestinclass products today. Its rugged design and rich harmonics make this tube an obvious choice for musicians who need a reliable and high quality tube at a reasonable price. Peavey 6505 plus guitar amplifier head american musical supply. The tung sol adds a lot of edge and bite whereas the 5751 smooths everything out helps the clean channel.
I have decided to swap the built in sheffield speakers with celestion v30. Five select 12ax7 preamp tubes and a pair of 6l6gc poweramp tubes provide the tonal foundation for the 6505 plus 112 combo, while patented circuitry such as peaveys resonance control tweak its legendary tone. Peavey 6505 plus 1x12 60watt tube combo amp sweetwater. Peavey 5150 preamp tube layout amps harmony central. Features six 12ax7 preamp and four 6l6gc power amp tubes. We have a huge schematics inventory, projects section and forum. If you read the info peavey gave you, and my description based on the 5150ii schematic. Oct 16, 2015 peaveys 6505 mh is one of the newest members of the baby metal amp tribe. View all results for peavey 6505 at sweetwater the worlds leading music technology and instrument retailer. Open quick view dialog for peavey 6505 mh micro 20w tube guitar amp head incheckoutpromo.
Trivium, machine head and bullet for my valentine are just three of the metal stadiumfillers on its roll call who have opted to use a wall of 6505. If you love the forum as much as we love bringing it to you, please show your. If you look at the rear of the amp, the preamp tubes are on the right side. The channels share eq, lush reverb and an effects loop. Weve been supplying tubes for peavey amps for over 20 years. The 6505 plus features six 12ax7 preamp tubes and four 6l6gc power amp tubes, with presence and resonance controls and threeband eq for taming their. To view this site, you must enable javascript or upgrade to a javascriptcapable browser. This compact 60watt combo packs plenty of horsepower into a 1 x 12 chassis, and it puts you in total command of its tonal capabilities. Oct 25, 2009 are there any fans of the peavey 6505 or 5150 amps here on tgp. They have plenty of gain for a classic rock and early metal styles and they are well built and roadworthy. The balanced tone of the jj 12ax7 works well in any amp. Explore the latest synths, software, bestsellers and moreshop now.
This scalable, 20watt, twochannel, dualel84 take on one of peaveys most iconic amps is a brutish little beast. Featuring presence and resonance controls and threeband eq for taming its notorious tone, the 6505 plus delivers legendary tone and ultra high gain power. Design your own custom turret board or eyelet board diy layout creator file analyzer program diy layout creator file library. The 5150 name was used again by van halen in partnership with fender under the evh. Grab the knobs to craft earthshaking tones all your own, from classic rock to modern metal.
Peavey amp schematics to assist you with your amplifier repairs and modifications. It was originally called the 5150 but eddie took that name with him when he went to fender for his new product line. Peavey 6505 plus 112 60w tube combo guitar amp proaudiostar. We have 5 peavey 6505 plus 112 manuals available for free pdf download.
When on the lead channel, i get this static sound that increases with volume as i turn up my post, i have my pre at 7. Peavey 6505 plus 112 manuals manuals and user guides for peavey 6505 plus 112. Our stock tube kit comes with the exact same tubes that peavey stocks the peavey 5150 with, however that are relabeled sovtek. The 5150ii is a 5150 with an improved clean channel, and a modified distortion channel.
Ive been hearing mixed comments regarding the extra tube that the plus has. You can also post this question on the peavey forums. The 6505 mh has two channels that follow the same gain structure and voicing of its big brother. Peavey 6505 mh congratulations on the purchase of your new 6505 mh tube guitar amplifier from peavey. Pick this tube kit if youre tubes have worn out and you happy with the way your amp sounded before. Overview featuring an all tube preamp and power amp, the 6505 mh authentically produces the much loved tones of the legendary peavey 6505 in a small, portable package. Peavey proudly introduces its 6505 series guitar amplifiers, named in celebration of peaveys. The new 6505 plus 112 combo harnesses the full gain and legendary tone of the peavey 6505 series, which since 1991 has defined the sounds of extreme rock guitar, into a format that is equally suited to clubs, rehearsal rooms and studios. After spending years gigging with a mesa, i decided it was time for a change and went on a new quest for my perfect sound. The design of this low voltage tube section was paramount in getting the soul of the 6505 into such a small and lightweight package. Peavey 6505 plus 1x12 guitar amplifier combo andertons.
Peavey 6505 plus revalver amp demo metal amp simulator. I also put a new speaker in but didnt take a video of that. The amp is heavy but you know what you re geting, its roadworthy heavy. Open your favorite recording program and start recording. Tubes free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Peavey 6505 mini head devastating tone said the baboon. Retube your peavey 6505 plus amp with our specially selected vacuum tube sets. Peavey proudly introduces the 6505 mh, as a part of its microhead series. Preamp tube layout peavey 6505 112 ultimate guitar. You get two channels, along with comprehensive tonesculpting control. Our peavey tube replacement kits are designed for your amplifier and come in different option levels ranging from value to premium to ultimate. This portable powerhouse features five 12ax7 preamp tubes and 2 6l6gc. The sound of modern metal sets a new standard for brutality and aggression, and to realize this sound, the bands.
This portable powerhouse features five 12ax7 preamp tubes and 2 6l6gc power amp tubes, with presence and resonance controls and 3band eq for taming their notorious tone. Peavey 6505 guitar amplifier half stack peavey proudly introduces its 6505 series guitar amplifiers, named in celebration of peavey s first 40 years, 1965 to 2005. Here you will find our collection of peavey schematics. Both the lead and rhythm channels feature independent threeband eq, prepost gain controls and presence and resonance adjustment. My guitar playing friend further explains that the 6505 has the same tone, design, electronics, cosmetics, and build quality as his peavey 5150.