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Helix currently supports 111 amplifier models, 276 effects, 56 speaker cab models, and 16 microphones. On top of all that you also have the ability to load Impulse Responses (IRs) that you can grab from free or paid sources. Go have fun.

EV Panama Blue (EVH 5150III 100 6L6 Blue channel)

Released With Helix Version 3.80
EV Panama Blue, the Helix model of a EVH 5150III 100 6L6 Blue channel

The EVH 100-Watt 5150III 6L6 amplifier is a high-gain powerhouse designed for serious players who seek a versatile yet aggressive tone. Built to capture Eddie Van Halen's iconic sound, this amp offers three channels: clean, crunch, and lead, each with distinct character and gain stages, making it adaptable for a range of genres from classic rock to heavy metal.

This model is for the amp's Blue channel, known for delivering a dynamic, mid-gain "crunch" tone. It’s a favorite for hard rock and classic rock players who want a rich, punchy overdrive that sits between clean and high gain. With a warm, defined character and ample gain for rhythm playing or light lead work, the blue channel is versatile—it can go from gritty, responsive break-up to a thicker, saturated drive, depending on gain settings. Many players consider it ideal for riffing, blues, and mid-gain rock, as it retains articulation without the intense compression found in the higher-gain red channel.


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