99 PV51 II Lead
Headrush Amplifiers

99 PV51 II Lead

Inspired by Peavey 5150 II (Lead)

The model 99 PV51 II Lead it is designed to deliver modern, powerful and highly defined distortion, ideal for:

  • Lead leads with high sustain
  • Metal, hard rock and shred
  • Heavy and articulate rhythms

It is the most powerful version of the PV51 II series: more gain, more compression and more sustain than Clean and Crunch.

BluesRockHard RockHeavy MetalMetalJazzFunkPopBass

Controls

High

Controls the high frequencies:

  • Low → smooth sound
  • High → bright, sharp and defined Key to attack and clarity in leads
Mid

Control the mid frequencies:

  • Low → scooped sound (modern metal)
  • High → more body and presence
  • Essential to stand out in the mix
Low

Control the low frequencies:

  • Low → tight and controlled
  • High → full and powerful
Presence

Controls the final brilliance:

  • Low → softer sound
  • High → more aggressive and open Adds definition and “air”
Pre Gain

Controls the saturation of the preamp:

  • Low → crunch
  • High → full and compressed distortion
  • It is the heart of the lead sound
Resonance

Controls the bass response of the power amp:

  • Low → tighter lows
  • High → deeper lows and “thump” Very important for heavy riffs and palm mutes
Post

Controls the volume of the final (master):

  • Low → less pressure
  • High → more body and push Affects the general feel
Output Level

Controls the final volume:

  • Negative → attenuation 0 d
  • B → neutral
  • Positive → boost Does not alter the timbre

Pro Tips

BEHAVIOR OF THE AMPLIFIER

  • High gain sound, very defined and compressed
  • High Sustain for soloing and shredding
  • Excellent bass control thanks to Resonance
  • Very responsive EQ → great versatility

Advice:

  • Pre Gain high → maximum sustain
  • Mid → adjusts presence in the mix
  • Resonance → controls the “weight” of the sound
  • Presence + High → definition and attack

Final advice:

  • High Pre Gain + Medium Resonance → powerful but controlled leads
  • Mid → avoids disappearing into the mix
  • Presence + High → maximum attack
  • Perfect for metal, hard rock and shred

Setup Examples

Modern / defined lead

High65%
Mid55%
Low50%
Presence60%
Pre Gain70%
Resonance55%
Posts65%
Output Level+1 dB

Metal lead / high gain

High70%
Mid50%
Low55%
Presence65%
Pre Gain85%
Resonance65%
Posts70%
Output Level+2 dB

Shred / compressed lead

High70%
Mid60%
Low50%
Presence65%
Pre Gain90%
Resonance60%
Posts70%
Output Level+2–3 dB