Friedman Twin Sister Head

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Friedman Twin Sister Head

Friedman

Twin Sister Head

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 500981
Brand: Friedman
Model: Twin Sister Head
Price: $3,737.80

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The Twin Sister Head is a serious contender for players chasing that iconic British amp tone, but with Friedman's modern twist. Its dual channels and harmonically rich preamp make it ideal for blues, rock, and players who love to blend amp tones with effects. It’s a high-end option, delivering a fantastic platform for a wide range of musical styles.

Product Description

  • Friedman Twin Sister Head
  • Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
  • Based on a modified JTM45
  • but still delivers the typically British tone for which Friedman is known
  • 2 Identical channels suitable for many styles of music from blues to rock and country
  • Harmonises very well with effects pedals
  • 2 Channels
  • Power: 40 watts
  • Preamp tubes: 5x 12AX7
  • Power amp tubes: 2x 5881
  • Controls per channel: gain
  • master. Bass
  • Middle
  • Treble
  • Global controls: Presence and Deep
  • Switch: Bright Switch & 3-position Gain Switch per channel
  • Effects loop: Ultra transparent series
  • Instrument input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Footswitch connection: 6.3 mm jack
  • Effects loop send & return: 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Outputs for external speakers: 1x 6.3 mm jack (4
  • 8 or 16 ohms)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 616 x 216 x 241 mm
  • Weight: 14.5 kg
  • Handmade in USA
PROS
  • • 5x 12AX7 preamp delivers a creamy, responsive gain range.
  • • JTM45-inspired circuit offers a classic British crunch and warmth.
  • • Dual channels provide versatility, from clean to driven tones.
  • • Ultra-transparent effects loop preserves signal integrity with pedals.
CONS
  • • At 14.5 kg, it's a substantial head, requiring a robust setup.
  • • The limited EQ controls (bass, mid, treble) may restrict fine-tuning.
  • • Price places it in a premium-priced category, a significant investment.

Product Video

Key Features

Power (Watts) 40
Tubes 5x 12AX7 preamp, 2x 5881 power amp
Channels 2 (identical)
Effects Ultra transparent series effects loop
Speaker Output 4, 8, or 16 ohms
Weight 14.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Friedman’s modifications to the JTM45 circuit add more gain stages and refinements for a wider tonal palette, while retaining the core British character.
The channels are designed to be identical in their core tone, but the gain switch offers a significant boost on each, allowing for distinct clean and overdrive sounds.
A Celestion Vintage 30 or Greenback would complement the amp's character beautifully, providing a classic British rock tone.

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