Friedman IR-D Dual Tube Preamp

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Friedman IR-D Dual Tube Preamp

Friedman

IR-D Dual Tube Preamp

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 588060
Brand: Friedman
Model: IR-D Dual Tube Preamp
Price: $548.90

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The Friedman IR-D is a seriously impressive little box. It nails that classic British amp tone – think early Marshall – with a surprising amount of flexibility thanks to the dual channels and built-in IRs. If you’re after a warm, responsive preamp for rock, blues, or even some lighter metal tones, this is a fantastic option for studio or stage.

Product Description

  • Friedman IR-D Dual Tube Preamp
  • Tube Pedal Preamp for Electric Guitar
  • Channels: 2
  • A complete Friedman rig in a compact
  • pedalboard-friendly housing
  • Based on the Dirty Shirley/Twin Sister modified JTM45 circuit design that delivers the signature British tone Friedman is known for
  • DSP IR speaker/power amp simulation sends studio-quality mic'd speaker sound to the DAW or mixing console
  • Tubes: 2 x 12AX7
  • Controls: Per Channel: Gain
  • Bass
  • Middle
  • Treble
  • Volume
  • Boost Volume
  • Boost Gain (trimmer)
  • Series effects loop
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Send: 6.3 mm jack
  • Return: 6.3 mm jack
  • Balanced output: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Headphones: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • MIDI: 5-pin
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative
  • Power consumption: 800 mA
  • Power supply with a 12 V DC mains adapter (included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 165 x 140 x 58 mm
  • Weight: 0.7 kg

*Note:* Battery operation not possible.

PROS
  • • Exceptional British tone modeled after Friedman's flagship amps
  • • Dual channels offer significant tonal flexibility for varied styles
  • • Integrated IR speaker simulation delivers surprisingly realistic amp tones
  • • Compact pedal format is ideal for pedalboards and studio use
CONS
  • • Tube gain saturation might be limiting for modern, high-gain players
  • • Series effects loop can be finicky with certain pedal combinations
  • • Relatively high power draw compared to some other preamp pedals

Key Features

Channels 2 (Dirty Shirley/Twin Sister inspired)
Preamp Type Tube (12AX7)
EQ 3-band (Bass, Middle, Treble) per channel
Effects Integrated DSP IR Speaker/Power Amp Simulation, Series Effects Loop
Connections 6.3mm Input/Send/Return, 6.3mm Stereo Balanced Output, 3.5mm Headphones, 5-pin MIDI, USB
Weight Approximately 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The IRs provide a very convincing mic'd cabinet sound, but it's still a simulation—lacking the subtle nuances of a real speaker. It's excellent for recording, though.
No, the IRs are pre-loaded and not user-replaceable, limiting customization options for speaker tones.
It's primarily for preset recall and basic parameter changes, not full MIDI control over every function.

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