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Friedman Plex - 50 Watt "JMP Super Lead Plexi" Single Channel Head
PLEX
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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”.
Features:
- 50-Watt All-Tube Head
- Inspired by Dave Friedman’s favorite ‘68 JMP Super Lead Plexi
- Channel 1 Volume (Lead spec channel)
- Channel 2 Volume (Normal spec channel)
- Internal Channel Jumpering
- Post-Phase Master Volume Control
- 3-Way Bright Switch Per Channel
- Bass, Middle, Treble, And Global Presence
- 2 X EL34 Power Tubes
- 3 X 12AX7 Preamp Tubes
- 4, 8, And 16-Ohm Impedance Jacks
- Custom, USA-Made Transformers
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Dimensions: 8.75” (D) X 24” (W) X 10” (H)
- Weight: 33.5 Lbs.
- Assembled in the USA
Highlights:
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.
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.
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.
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
Specifications:
- POWER SWITCH:
- Off is center, up is High Voltage, down is Low Voltage ( variac mode) Turn ON in position of choice for about one minute before playing for maximum tube life.
- STANDBY SWITCH:
- Leave the amp in standby mode while amp warms up. Switch to on mode to play.
- M.V.C. CONTROL:
- This is a unique post phase inverter master volume. Down is lower overall volume but why would you want to do that!!
- PRESENCE CONTROL:
- add and takes away high frequency content. Will not do much with low M.V.C settings.
- BASS CONTROL:
- This adds or takes away bass or bottom end.
- MIDDLE CONTROL:
- Adds or takes away midrange. Start at 6 or 10, lower settings will scoop the mids, higher levels will allow your audience to actually hear the guitar in the mix.
- TREBLE CONTROL:
- This adds or takes away treble. Start at 8 and adjust to taste. VOLUME 1: This is the volume for the Lead channel (treble channel). Louder means more gain I say start at 10
- VOLUME 2:
- This is the volume for the normal channel (bass channel). Can be used to blend with the other channel or with a Strat alone for a fatter cleaner tone. Start at 0
- BRIGHT SWITCHES:
- Standard style British amp setup for blending would be Volume 2 bright to the center and volume 1 bright to the right. We have given you 2 bright switches to come up with your favorite sound. There is no really wrong setting if you like it..
- INPUT H/ L:
- Just like it says. These are Input Jacks. Pick hi or low sensitivity your choice. This is where you insert your guitar cable if you want to hear the darn thing.
- 4 OHM SPEAKER OUT JACKS (2):
- Plug in ONE 4 OHM cabinet or TWO 8 OHM cabs here.
- 8 OHM SPEAKER OUT JACKS (2):
- Plug in ONE 8-ohm cab or TWO 16-ohm cabs here.
- 16 OHM SPEAKER OUT JACK:
- Plug in ONE 16-ohm speaker cab here.
| Model: | PLEX |
| Manufacturer: | Friedman |
