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Description

The Engl Steve Morse Signature E656 guitar amplifier head is a powerhouse crafted for versatility and precision, honoring the legendary Steve Morse's dynamic playing style. Whether you're exploring intricate fusion with the Dixie Dregs, unleashing rock anthems with Deep Purple, or crafting new sonic landscapes, this amp head delivers with 100 watts of tube-driven power. The preamp is loaded with four ECC83/12AX7 tubes, while the power section boasts four EL34 tubes, providing a robust platform for everything from pristine cleans to searing leads.

Designed with three channels—Clean, Crunch, and Lead—it offers dedicated EQ controls for each, with the Lead channel featuring a 4-band EQ for precise midrange sculpting. The Mid Control Matrix allows for diverse tonal variations, ensuring your sound cuts through any mix. Two switchable Master volume controls ensure you have the right output for any setting, while the built-in noise gate and two tube-buffered FX loops ensure clarity and seamless integration with external effects.

Professional musicians will appreciate the MIDI capabilities, allowing for advanced rig configurations, and the Power Tube Monitor, which provides real-time feedback on tube health. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Engl Steve Morse Signature E656 is engineered to meet the demands of the most discerning guitarists.

Key Features:

  • 100W output with 4 EL34 power tubes
  • 4 ECC83/12AX7 preamp tubes
  • Three channels: Clean, Crunch, and Lead
  • Clean and Crunch channels with 3-band EQ; Lead channel with a 4-band EQ
  • Mid Control Matrix with 8 voicings
  • Two switchable Master volume controls
  • Built-in noise gate and two tube-buffered FX loops
  • MIDI connectivity for complex rig integration
  • Power Tube Monitor for real-time tube health checking

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See how Steve Morse uses Engl Steve Morse Signature E656

Steve Morse

Guitarist

Deep Purple

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In this video at 0:30, you can see Steve Morse of Deep Purple, Steve Morse Band, Steve Morse and Manuel Barruecco, Steve Morse & Billy Sherwood, Angelfire, and Dixie Dregs, has an Engl Steve Morse Signature E656 head in the background.

According to Vintage Guitar interview, Steve used his signature amp with Dixie Dregs.

See how Richie Castellano uses Engl Steve Morse Signature E656

Richie Castellano

Guitarist, Bassist

Blue Öyster Cult

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According to the Blue Oyster Cult's live gear list, Castellano uses Engl Steve Morse E656 signature model head.

See how Andreas von Holst uses Engl Steve Morse Signature E656

Andreas von Holst

Guitarist

Die Toten Hosen

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Andreas von Holst used the Engl Steve Morse Signature E656 amplifier during the Magic Mystery Tour, as shown in a user-uploaded photo from Wdr.

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