An All-tube Rock Machine!
Get the massive rock tones you've been looking for with the Friedman Amplification Phil X Signature guitar amplifier head. Designed for the needs of in-demand guitarist Phil X, this powerful amp delivers 100 watts of punchy, rock-ready tones. The sensitivity and touch response of this amp are amazing; just roll your guitar's volume back to clean it up. Powered by a quartet of EL34 power tubes, Friedman Amplification's extremely versatile Phil X tube amp head is a must-have when you need tube-fired rock tones.
Note: Please be advised that units are no longer signed by Phil X. Contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer if you have any questions.
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Big rock tones in a versatile amp
When you're looking for massive rock tones, the Friedman Phil X tube amp head is the way to go. As the go-to guitarist for acts such as Alice Cooper, Rob Zombie, Avril Lavigne, Tommy Lee, and more, Phil X needs an amp that can keep up with his tonal needs. Loaded with EL34 power tubes — a favorite of Sweetwater's rock players — and 12AX7 preamp tubes, this amp delivers smooth cleans, crunchy rhythm, and blazing solo tones that will handle any gig. A high/low voltage switch lets you change the response of the amp, kind of like using a variac. A 3-position gain switch lets you customize your amp's gain structure to your desired sound, style, and tone. The response and sensitivity of the this amp is amazing. When you're rocking out and need to clean up your tone just roll back your guitar's volume and keep playing. No channel switching or amp knob twisting needed. If you're looking for iconic rock tones, then this is the amp for you!
Handbuilt for exceptional tone
All Friedman Amplification products are handwired to exacting specs to give you amazing tones every time you play. Premium components and attention to detail ensure that your Phil X amp head will deliver the sound you want and need onstage or in the studio. It doesn't matter what type of music you're into; a premium, handbuilt Friedman amp has the tonal palette you need to create the sound you're after.
Dave Friedman: amp guru to the pros
For over 25 years, Dave Friedman has been tweaking, building, and repairing amps for some of the biggest names in music. His legendary reputation among touring musicians has gained him a loyal clientele including the likes of Eddie Van Halen, Steve Stevens, Jerry Cantrell, and more. Dave has created his own production amp line utilizing his sought-after skills and talents. Now you can get the same legendary amp tones as the pros with a Friedman Amplifications amplifier from Sweetwater.
Friedman Amplification Phil X Signature Guitar Amplifier Head Features:
- Versatile 100-watt, 1-channel all-tube amplifier
- An ideal amp for blues, rock, and metal
- Powerful 3-band EQ with presence control lets you sculpt the perfect tone
- Handwired amplifier built using premium components including custom transformers and capacitors
- Select variac-like high or low voltage operation
- Gain switch changes the global gain of the amp
- Dual speaker outputs let you use up to 2 speaker cabs
- Line-out with level control for feeding a mixer or recorder
- Ultra-transparent effects loop for your favorite pedals
- Includes 2-button footswitch
