Friedman Small Box
Tube Guitar Heads
$3,220€2,888Check ↗
Brand profile · USA, est. 2006
Friedman
Friedman Amplification, founded by Dave Friedman, quickly established itself as a boutique amp builder revered for meticulously recreating and expanding upon iconic Marshall tones. Initially known for his exacting reproductions of the Plexi era, Friedman has evolved to offer a diverse range of amplifiers and effects, celebrated for their responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and high-quality components. The brand's commitment to hand-built quality and attention to detail has earned it a loyal following among professional guitarists.
Plexi-era Marshall recreationsBE-100 Series High-Gain AmpsCALI Series Clean AmpsHand-built QualityDynamic and responsive tone
2006founded
USAcountry
72products in stock
$88–$5,295price range
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Friedman IR-D Dual Tube Preamp
Electric Guitar Preamps
$512€459Check ↗
Friedman Pink Taco V2 Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$1,805€1,619Check ↗
Friedman Plex Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$3,220€2,888Check ↗
Friedman IR-X Dual Tube Preamp
Electric Guitar Preamps
$489€439Check ↗
Friedman Runt-50 Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$2,340€2,099Check ↗
Friedman Runt-50 Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$2,340€2,099Check ↗
Friedman Twin Sister Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$3,678€3,299Check ↗
Friedman JEL-20 Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$2,062€1,849Check ↗
Friedman Little Sister Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$1,604€1,439Check ↗
Friedman BE-100 Deluxe Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$5,295€4,749Check ↗
Friedman JEL-50 Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$3,567€3,199Check ↗
Friedman Vertical 212 Black
2x12 Guitar Cabs
$1,448€1,299Check ↗
Friedman Little Sister Combo
Tube Guitar Combos
$2,050€1,839Check ↗
Friedman Dirty Shirley Overdrive
Distortion Pedals
$194€174Check ↗
Friedman BE-OD Deluxe Overdrive Ltd.
Distortion Pedals
$322€289Check ↗
Friedman BE-OD Deluxe Overdrive
Distortion Pedals
$307€275Check ↗
Friedman Jose 20 Series Tribute Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$2,340€2,099Check ↗
Friedman Brit-50
Tube Guitar Heads
$3,344€2,999Check ↗
Friedman Jose Arredondo Head
Tube Guitar Heads
$5,295€4,749Check ↗
Friedman Horizontal 212 Black
2x12 Guitar Cabs
$1,281€1,149Check ↗
Friedman Buxom Boost Pedal
Miscellaneous Guitar Effects
$188€169Check ↗
Friedman 412 Black
4x12 Guitar Cabs
$1,783€1,599Check ↗
Friedman 412 Vintage
4x12 Guitar Cabs
$1,716€1,539Check ↗
Friedman BE-50 Deluxe
Tube Guitar Heads
$4,458€3,998Check ↗
Friedman IR-D Black / Silver / Red LTD
Electric Guitar Preamps
$534€479Check ↗
Friedman IR-J Jake E Lee Sign. Preamp
Electric Guitar Preamps
$646€579Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-AMRHC-Q0O-CN152
Premium Guitars
$3,344€2,999Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-AMMHN-H0H-1NE42
Premium Guitars
$3,121€2,799Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-AMRHN-909-MNQ42-F58M
Premium Guitars
$3,567€3,199Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-SMMHN-909-TNQ42-SF
Premium Guitars
$3,232€2,899Check ↗
Friedman JEL-212 Cabinet
2x12 Guitar Cabs
$1,225€1,099Check ↗
Friedman 112 Vintage Cabinet
1x12 Guitar Cabs
$857€769Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-ARMAP90
Premium Guitars
$3,344€2,999Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-AMRHN-909-ZN042-X9SB
Premium Guitars
$3,567€3,199Check ↗
Friedman Classic 90 Neck BK&WH
P-90 Pickups
$159€143Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-AMRHN-Q0J-CNQ42-S2
Premium Guitars
$3,344€2,999Check ↗
Friedman Vintage T-AMMHC-Q0K-DN242
Premium Guitars
$3,232€2,899Check ↗
Friedman Mini Dirty Shirley 112 Cab
1x12 Guitar Cabs
$891€799Check ↗
Friedman Small 112 Black Cabinet
1x12 Guitar Cabs
$824€739Check ↗
Friedman 112 Large Open Back Cab Vint
1x12 Guitar Cabs
$891€799Check ↗
Friedman CALI-AMRFB-H0H-NU52-B
ST Style Guitars
$3,790€3,399Check ↗
Friedman CALI-AMRFB-F0F-N052-XMMP
ST Style Guitars
$4,013€3,599Check ↗
Friedman CALI-AMRFB-F0F-N042-X66M
ST Style Guitars
$3,790€3,399Check ↗
Friedman CALI-ACMRN-J0R-NQ52-CVB2
ST Style Guitars
$3,790€3,399Check ↗
Friedman Classic Humbucker Bridge Zebra
Humbucker Pickups
$122€109Check ↗
Friedman Classic Humbucker Bridge Black
Humbucker Pickups
$132€118Check ↗
Friedman CALI-SCMRN-Q0O-NQ42-BBL
ST Style Guitars
$3,567€3,199Check ↗
Friedman, honestly
What Friedman does well
- Exceptional responsiveness to player dynamics
- Detailed and nuanced high-gain tones
- Premium components and construction
- Highly sought-after vintage Marshall voicings
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Can be complex for beginner users
- Relatively smaller product range compared to larger brands
- Heavier than some modern amp designs
Questions about Friedman
Are Friedman amps based on existing amp circuits?
Yes, Dave Friedman's initial focus was on recreating classic Marshall circuits, though he has since developed original designs inspired by those foundational models.
What makes Friedman amps 'responsive'?
Friedman amps are known for their exceptionally sensitive response to picking dynamics and volume knob adjustments, allowing for a wide range of tonal colors with subtle playing changes.
Does Friedman offer service or repairs outside of the US?
Friedman has a network of authorized service centers globally, though availability may vary by region. Contact Friedman directly or visit their website for a list of authorized service locations.