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Friedman PLEX | 50-Watt Head
2 Channel - 50 Watt - Hand-Wired Boutique Tube Amp - The Sonic Twin Of Dave's '68 JMP
The Friedman PLEX 50-watt all-tube head, designed by master amp builder Dave Friedman, replicates the iconic tone of his 1968 JMP Super Lead "Plexi" amplifier. This meticulously crafted amp features EL34 tubes, dual channels with independent Volume controls, internal channel jumpering, and a post-phase master volume for maintaining tonal integrity at all levels. Part of the Friedman Vintage Collection, the PLEX offers a vintage-style tone stack with Presence, Bass, Middle, and Treble controls, along with Hi and Low inputs for versatile sound sculpting. Built with top-tier components, the PLEX ensures durability and reliability for any musician.
The Friedman PLEX 50-watt all-tube head is the result of Dave Friedman's dedication to capturing the essence of his 1968 JMP Super Lead "Plexi" amplifier. Dave Friedman is renowned for his masterful amp-building skills, and the PLEX head represents the culmination of years of meticulous design and engineering to replicate the tone of his favourite amplifier.
The PLEX head is designed to be a sonic replica of the original '68 JMP. Dave Friedman spared no effort in sourcing the finest parts and utilising advanced construction techniques to ensure that the PLEX delivers the authentic character and sound of the vintage model. This 50-watt, 2-channel amp uses EL34 tubes to faithfully reproduce the Plexi tone that has influenced countless musicians.
As the first model in the Friedman Vintage Collection, the PLEX showcases the classic amplifiers that shaped Dave Friedman's tonal signature. The amp features distinct Lead and Normal channels, each with their own Volume controls, allowing players to achieve the non-master volume performance of the original Plexi. The PLEX's internal channel jumpering simplifies the blending of these channels, offering a seamless and convenient sound-shaping method.
Dave Friedman's innovative post-phase master volume control is a modern addition to the PLEX's vintage design. This feature allows users to maintain the amp's dynamic feel and tonal integrity even at lower volumes. The PLEX also includes a vintage-style tone stack with Presence, Bass, Middle, and Treble controls, along with Hi and Low instrument inputs, enabling a wide range of sounds and gain levels.
Built with top-tier components and a robust design, the Friedman PLEX 50-watt all-tube head promises durability and reliability, making it a dependable companion for any musician's journey.