A lamp is disclosed that comprises a lamp base with a stem, in which the stem comprises two leads. Free portions of the leads extend from the stem substantially parallel to each other and define a first plane. The lamp further comprises a translucent outer envelope and a halogen inner lamp light source having a pinched end. The pinched end defines a second plane, and it is located in the vicinity of the stem. The first plane defined by the free portions of the leads is substantially perpendicular to the second plane defined by the pinched end. A method for manufacturing such a lamp is also disclosed. The method comprises the step of attaching the inner lamp directly or indirectly to the stem. The step of attaching the inner lamp to the stem further comprises the step of positioning the pinched end of the inner lamp with the second plane substantially perpendicularly to the first plane.