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Description
Unleash your guitar’s true potential with the Engl E645 PowerBall Head, a powerhouse in the realm of guitar amplification. Designed for versatility and power, this amplifier head is a favorite among guitarists seeking both clean tones and high-gain distortions. The E645 PowerBall Head is engineered to deliver a wide spectrum of sounds, making it a perfect choice for musicians across genres, from rock and metal to blues and jazz.
At the heart of the PowerBall is its dual-channel design, offering a seamless transition between crystalline cleans and roaring overdrives. Each channel is equipped with its own independent controls, allowing you to customize your sound with precision. The built-in noise gate helps keep your tone clear and free of unwanted hiss, even at high volume levels. With its robust construction and intuitive interface, this amplifier head not only meets the demands of the studio but also holds its own on the stage.
The Engl E645 PowerBall Head features a range of connectivity options, including an FX loop and multiple speaker outputs, making it a versatile addition to any setup. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring guitarist, this amplifier head provides the tools you need to craft your unique sound.
Key Features:
- Dual-channel design for a wide range of tones
- Independent EQ controls for each channel
- Built-in noise gate to reduce unwanted noise
- FX loop for integrating external effects
- Multiple speaker outputs for flexible connectivity
- Robust construction suitable for stage and studio use
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ENGL Power ball E645 TEST by steve vee
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Reviews
PROS
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Superior to Marshalls and other high-end amps in tone and build quality
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Ideal for old school thrash and death metal, providing aggressive saturation without muddiness
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Built-in noise gate excels at high volumes and gains
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Mid boost feature enhances cut in the mix
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Versatile for both live shows and low-volume apartment play
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Maintains clarity and punch even with heavy distortion
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Equipped with JJ 6L6 tubes for quality sound
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Engl E645 PowerBall Head.
Features and functionality
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The Powerball offers separate gain controls and channel volumes for clean and lead, with a built-in noise gate, enhancing versatility for various gig settings.
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The Powerball 2 enhances tone shaping with the use of EQ in the signal chain, allowing users to refine their sound closely to desired tones.
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Comparisons
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Powerball's tighter sound and extended features like dual master volumes make it more versatile compared to the Fireball, which has limited EQ and shared gain controls.
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The Powerball 2 head is used alongside a Mesa Boogie V30-loaded 4x12 cabinet to capture a mid-range-focused tone with slight bass and elevated treble, distinct from competitors.
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User experience
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Owners find that even at low volumes, the Powerball maintains impressive tonal quality due to its excellent master volume control, dispelling myths about high wattage amps.
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Owners aiming to recreate specific band tones suggest prioritizing V30-type speakers or impulse responses (IRs) for optimal results.
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Value and pricing
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For a small price increase over the Fireball, the Powerball's additional features and tonal flexibility are considered well worth the investment by multiple owners.
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Use cases and applications
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The Powerball's increased headroom is advantageous for loud gigs, but it remains practical for quieter settings, making it suitable for a range of performance environments.
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For achieving a Sleeping with Sirens tone, focus on mid-range frequencies with additional bass; experiment with treble settings for precise tonal shaping.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 2 Reviews and 10 Ratings
Artist usage
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This Engl amp was listed for sale as part of Duff's prior gear.
In this interview with Premier Guitar Marty Friedman said " I used the Steve Morse signature for the majority of the solos and then a Powerball on some stuff."
Jeff Loomis talks about his Engl Amp during a break in shooting his rock house DVD EXTREME LEAD GUITAR
In this Instagram post, Jason shows off his amp and cab.
Cannibal Corpse records vocals and guitar solos at Mana Recording Studios with producer Erik Rutan. All footage was shot by the band.
The Engl PowerBall head can be seen 2:41 into the video.
Muhammed standing next to his stack of ENGL heads. In the middle, there is clearly a Powerball I.
Since the formation of Undivide, Leda has used ENGL amplifiers during his time in Undivide and Babymetal. In this live footage of a soundcheck prior to a Sonisphere concert, Leda can be seen using a Floyd Rose variant of an ESP Horizon (modded with a D-Tuna) and the ENGL Powerball amplifier head.
Leda's guitar and amp head is visible from 1:43.
"I’ve been using Engl amps – Ritchie Blackmore Signature E650 and Powerball E645 heads. The rest of my rig is very simple. [...]"
What were those (recording)sessions like for you as a guitar player?
We were all quite young. I just had my Engl Powerball at the time and that's pretty much all I used. There wasn't much experimenting with guitar tones on "Take to the Skies." The studio we were recording at were very sort of militant about what they did. I remember for instance or singer Rou [Reynolds], the engineer or the producer was basically saying the whole time, "Oh, no. Only sing or scream. It's got be clear cut." All the drums had to be triggered and all the vocals had to have Auto-Tune even if they weren't out of tune and stuff.
Amps! I've been with ENGL for a few years now. I love their products
You can see it (barely) at 0:44. I know he used it for a long time before replacing it for the EVH 5150.
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