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Friedman PT V2 20-watt Mini Tube Head

20-watt, 1-channel Tube Head with 3-band EQ, Gain Structure Switch, Sat and Fat Switches, and FX Loop
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A Versatile, Single-channel Fire-breather

The original Friedman PT has long been a top-selling tube amplifier, able to deliver the sound of a 100-watt, EL34-powered monster in a pint-sized, 20-watt, EL84-fueled package. The PT V2 exhibits the same fire-breathing sound as its predecessor, but with greater sonic flexibility. This guitar amplifier produces the full gamut of tones, from classic-rock chime to hard-rock crunch to heavy-metal thunder. You get a 3-band EQ for dialing in your basic tone, along with a Fat switch for thicker textures and a Sat switch for heavier saturation. You also get a 3-position S switch for absolute control over the PT V2's gain structure. This 1-channel dynamo includes an ultra-transparent FX loop for easy integration with your pedals and outboard effects. Musicians searching for a versatile single-channel tube amp will find everything they're looking for in the Friedman PT V2 — and then some.

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All the tones in a single-channel amp

Players looking for a single-channel tube amp that does it all will be mightily pleased by the PT V2. This tube head tackles blues, classic rock, and metal with equal aplomb. All you need to do is adjust the amp's gain, and every tone imaginable will be at your fingertips. Want classic-rock crunch? Lower the PT V2's gain, bring up the master volume, and kick in the Fat switch for a nice, thick growl. Aiming for heavy-metal chug? Increase the amp's gain and kick in the Sat switch for an aggressive, saturated sound. You also get a 3-position S switch, which tailors the overall gain structure of the amplifier to your individual tastes. A flexible 3-band EQ is also on tap.

Delivers authoritative, tube-infused character

There are many Friedman BE-100 aficionados here at Sweetwater — we love the undeniable potency of that legendary, 100-watt beast. The PT V2 packs this same sound into a lightweight head. Don't believe that a 20-watt, EL84-loaded amplifier can deliver the same heady punch as a 100-watt, EL34-loaded amp? Plug into the PT V2, and you'll be instantly proven wrong. Thanks to custom-made transformers and capacitors, this compact guitar amplifier really delivers the goods, with the tight bottom end and muscular midrange you'd normally associate with a much larger amp. Plug in, crank it up, and the Friedman PT V2 will reward you with harmonic-laden chords, resonating leads, and a persuasive crunch that cleans up exceptionally well with your guitar's volume knob.

Friedman PT V2 Tube Head Features:

  • The "baby sister" of Friedman's lauded BE-100 amplifier
  • Custom-made transformers and capacitors delivers a sound akin to a 100-watt, EL34-powered monster
  • Tackles blues, classic rock, and metal with equal aplomb
  • 3-band EQ supplies basic sound-shaping
  • Separate master volume and gain controls
  • Fat switch lets you achieve thicker textures
  • Sat switch allows you to dial in extra saturation
  • 3-position S switch adjusts the overall gain structure of the amplifier
  • Ultra-transparent FX loop for easy integration with your pedals and outboard effects

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Tube
  • Number of Channels: Single
  • Total Power: 20W
  • Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7
  • Power Tubes: 2 x EL84
  • EQ: 3-band EQ
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (8 ohm), 1 x 1/4" (16 ohm)
  • Effects Loop: Yes
  • Bias Type: Cathode Biased
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
  • Height: 8.25"
  • Width: 18"
  • Depth: 8.5"
  • Weight: 19.6 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: PINK TACO HEAD V2

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What a deal !

Crazy good amp. Lots of sounds, lots of tone ! It's simply a mix cutter !
by Fred Moore 3 from Nashville on
Music background: Drummer, gtr , bass , track , mix , master …

EVH and then some

This is a great amp!

The quality of the build is very impressive. I am a technical person so I had to take it apart. Wow incredible quality of work and components make this a steal for the price.

Hands down the best sounding small box classic Marshall sound. I put a JHS "Little Black Amp Box" in the effects loop to tame the volume and get "the tone" at bedroom volumes. It the neck position on my Strat I can easily dial in classic Jimi type vibes. Using a good Humbucker, like a SD-JB, with the amp controls at "5" for bass and mid, "7" for treble, master at "4" and gain at "7" you are in EVH land.

I had an issue with the power tubes, shipping related. My guess is the box was dropped off the truck. I reached out to Friedman at 10:30 PM. They responded in 15 minutes and then sent me new tubes. Incredible service and support.

I am running the amp through an Orange 212 OB and waiting for the matching Friedman cabinet.

I A/B this amp with a FDRR to achieve the tones I need for the typical cover gig.
by GJWSanJose from Sunnyvale, CA on

Little Monster

This is a great amp. Someone said they didn't like EL84 tubes for high gain, but they must not have heard this. At any volume it sounds superb. It can get brighter than its predecessor, but that can be dialed backed easily. It gets LOUD! And raising the volume does not diminish the quality and thump you can get out of this beauty. I play it through a 2x12 cab with V30s, and it sounds bigger than 20 watts. I get different sounds out of it, depending on the guitar. A Les Paul Modern through this amp is about as good as it gets. I had to dial the bass on the amp down to two to tighten it up…it all depends on what you're pushing through it. This amp is worth every penny, and the best thing is it's easy to carry!
by Tibor Held from Florida on
Music background: Amateur guitar player

This little amp rocks!!

I have played so many different amps over the years from Marshall, Splawn, EVH, Fender, ENGL, Mesa, etc. and eventually landed with Friedman. I have the JJ Jr. and had a Friedman-modded Marshall back in the day. Friedman has the tone I love.

Compared to the JJ Jr., this amp is brighter and has more gain and love it for that! This amp captures a nice 80s hard rock tone. Lots of switches for different settings and cleans up wonderfully!

With my Strat and with the gain turned down, I get a beautiful Fender-like clean with the "Fat" switch. Great purchase and so happy with it. Thanks to my dude Aaron at Sweetwater for helping me secure one of these.
by Sweetwater Customer on

Great rock & high gain tones at ear pleasing levels

I have had this amp for a couple months now. I run it thru an avatar open back 2x12 cab with Celestion 20 watt greenback combined with 25 watt greenback. The master volume control is absolutely capable of providing high gain tones at reasonable volume 75-85db levels for home practice. No attenuator needed! I got this amp after trying to adjust to a Marshall studio vintage 20w for a little over a year. The SV20 was great but way too loud if you want higher gain/overdrive (even at 5 watts) I tried an attenuator but it just wasn't the same sound. The PT20v2 excels at 80s high gain angry crunch (hot jcm800). This was exactly what I was looking for. No need for a distortion pedal… maybe a boost to get extra db for leads… but the sound is purely aggressive and complex. The tone controls have a good range and really don't allow for really nasty settings. I don't do metal so I can't reference those tones here. so I kinda set for a VH type gain structure and use the volume knob to clean up a bit. This amp is not going to be a go to for really clean stuff… however, there is enough clarity in the gain structure that I find even attempting jazz stuff (Kenny Burrell midnight blue) to come across very ear pleasing with neck humbucker grit and satisfying in a different way when compared to my Roland jc40. Strats sounds (single coil) can be a bit bright and may need to have tone roll off to tame the high end. Humbucker tones (particularly neck) really growl and are quite fat. The effects loop is great. I currently prefer and use a Dunlop Echoplex as this delay seems to work the best. I set the amp as follows(bass 6, mid 4, treb 6, gain 6, fat switch up, saturation up-and gain structure switch down) and haven't changed or fiddled with it for over a month now… just tweak from the guitar. This setting works for my strats, Ibanez semi hollow, fender tele and 59 epi LP guitars. This is a very enjoyable amp and really dials in quickly giving you great control from your guitar. Would love to try the matching 112 closed back cabinet to hear the bass in a smaller footprint… As always a big thanks to Charlie Davis for confirming/steering me to this amp and fitting the bill of what I was looking for!
by Kurt from Manhattan Il on
Music background: Hobbyist, singer/rhythm player with basic leads (rock/blues/some jazz)
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