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Friedman Plex Vintage Collection Tube Amplifier Head 50 Watts

The Friedman Plex 50W Head is a "sonic twin" to the '68 JMP Super Lead Plexi. Featuring Variac voltage switch, Internal Channel Jumpering, Hi/Low inputs & a unique post-phase master volume
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    Dave Friedman’s personal 1968 JMP Super Lead “Plexi” kicked off his lifelong quest for tone and inspired the entire Friedman Amplification product line. Friedman has earned the reputation of a master amp builder and capturing the magic of this unique amplifier has been his unrelenting passion-project for years.  The Friedman PLEX head is the realization of that dream.

    The PLEX is a “verbatim sonic-twin” of Dave’s all-time favorite amplifier - that special ‘68 JMP. Sparing no expense in time and effort, Dave took great care in defining and utilizing the best modern construction techniques, sourcing the exact parts and finding the perfect tubes to reproduce this amp’s character.  The Friedman PLEX is, in Dave’s own words “my favorite.”

    Friedman Plex Vintage Collection Tube Amplifier Head Features

    • A “verbatim sonic-twin” to the 1968 JMP Super Lead “Plexi”
    • Sparing no expense in time and effort to reproduce the amp’s unique & iconic character
    • 50 Watts with EL34 power tubes
    • 2 independent Lead and “Normal” channels
    • The harder it’s pushed, the more the amp responds with increased saturation, harmonic richness and sustained brilliance
    • Internal Channel Jumpering lets you easily blend the Lead and Normal channels to perfection
    • Unique, modern post-phase master volume design ensures increased gain with manageable volume levels
    • Vintage-style tone stack with of Presence, Bass, Middle and Treble controls
    • Hi and Low instrument inputs allows you to sculpt a wide range of sounds and gain levels
    • 3-position Bright switch for both channels
    • Variac Voltage Switch that runs at full voltage when set to High (H.V.) and down to 90 Volts when set to Low (L.V.), Variac switch also adjusts bias of output tubes for each setting

    The Vintage Collection

    The PLEX is the first model in the Friedman Vintage Collection – a series of unique amp designs based on the classic amplifiers that influenced and shaped Dave’s Friedman tonal signature.  The Vintage Collection captures the sonic nostalgia and authenticity of yesteryear, while infusing decades of Dave’s knowledge into each design.

    Authentic Plexi Tone

    The PLEX is a 50-watt, 2-channel, EL34-driven design that meticulously captures the genuine Plexi tone and feel of Dave's revered 1968 JMP Super Lead.  Distinct Lead and Normal channels, each equipped with their own Volume controls, replicate the non-master volume performance of its predecessor perfectly.  The harder you push these channels, the more the amp responds with increased saturation, harmonic richness and sustained brilliance.

    Internal Channel Jumpering

    The Friedman PLEX features internal channel jumpering, replicating the external blending technique used with vintage Plexi amplifiers. This feature lets you easily blend the Lead and Normal channels to perfection with the turn of a control knob. It’s a seamless and convenient sound-shaping method that pays homage to the amp’s history.

    Friedman Post-Phase Master Volume Control

    A modern twist on the PLEX's vintage heritage is Dave Friedman's master volume control. As the Normal and Lead channels' gain increases, so does their volume. Dave’s innovative approach lets you bring the amp back to manageable levels, without sacrificing the tone or dynamic feel, he worked so hard to replicate.  This unique post-phase master volume design ensured that, whether you're unleashing the PLEX's full power, or dialing it down for quieter settings, the amp's inherent character and tonal richness remains intact.

    Tonal Flexibility

    Completing the PLEX’s sonic palette is a vintage-style tone stack comprising of Presence, Bass, Middle and Treble controls. This tone stack and the inclusion of Hi and Low instrument inputs allows you to sculpt a wide range of sounds and gain levels. The 3-position Bright switch further enhances the PLEX’s flexibility, fine-tuning the amp’s top end to different guitars, pedals, and pickups.

    True to the Friedman standard, the PLEX boasts a bullet-proof design, unwavering build integrity, and top-tier components, guaranteeing that it will be a lifelong companion on your musical journey.



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    Friedman Plex Vintage Collection Tube Amplifier Head 50 Watts Specifications

    Friedman Plex Vintage Collection Tube Amplifier Head 50 Watts Specifications
    Product Specifications

    Friedman Plex Vintage Collection Tube Amplifier Head Specifications

    • Power: 50-Watt
    • Power Tubes: 2 X EL34
    • Preamp Tubes: 3 X 12AX7
    • Inputs: Hi and Low 1/4" jacks
    • Outputs: 4, 8, and 16-Ohm Impedance Jacks
    • Controls: Internal Channel Jumpering, Post-Phase Master Volume Control, Variac Voltage switch, 3-Way Bright Switch Per Channel, Bass, Middle, Treble, and Global Presence
    • Dimensions (DxWxH): 8.75” X 24” X 10”
    • Weight: 33.5 Lbs.
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