Description

For over sixty years, the chime, shimmer, and responsive touch of legendary British EL84 amplifiers have captivated guitarists everywhere. Whether you crave sparkling cleans, edge-of-breakup grit, or harmonically dense overdrive, these iconic tones remain deeply influential. As part of Dave Friedman’s Vintage-Series, this 30-watt, all-tube 2×12” combo captures those classic circuits while introducing versatile refinements. Drawing inspiration from a rare 1963 copper-panel amp with a Top Boost circuit and powered by four EL84 tubes, it provides definitive harmonic complexity and sensitivity. Handcrafted in Los Angeles with custom transformers and premium components, the VX-30 Combo offers an authentic vintage British experience. It stands as a refined evolution of a rock classic, expertly delivering the iconic sound in a format perfectly suited to your rig.

Features

In-Phase Channel Blending
Unlike the vintage amplifiers that inspired it, the VX-30 Combo places both channels in phase, allowing them to be blended to create entirely new textures while preserving the unmistakable voice of each circuit.

Normal Channel Voice Switch
The Normal channel features a unique three-position Voice switch that recreates the three distinct factory voicings (TREBLE, NORMAL, and BASS) offered on the vintage originals.

Master Volume Control (M.V.C.) & Cut
A Cut control shapes the power amp’s high-frequency response, while the Master Volume Control (M.V.C.) allows the cathode-biased EL84 output stage to be pushed into its sweet spot at more manageable listening levels.

 

Specifications

  • Vintage-Series 30-watt all-tube 2×12” Combo
  • Available in Black or Ivory Cosmetics
  • Loaded with 2 x Celestion Blue Alnico speakers
  • 4 x EL84 power tubes
  • 3 x ECC83S preamp tubes
  • 5AR4 rectifier tube (no standby switch needed)
  • Cathode-biased power section with zero negative feedback
  • Blend both channels for expanded tonal possibilities – operating in phase
  • Brilliant Channel: Volume, Treble, Bass
  • Normal Channel: Volume and three-position Voice switch (TREBLE, NORMAL, BASS)
  • High and Low sensitivity inputs
  • Cut control for power amp high-frequency shaping
  • M.V.C. (Master Volume Control)
  • Three speaker outputs: 1 x 16 Ω, plus paired outputs for 1 x 8 Ω or 2 x 16 Ω cabinets
  • Custom-made transformers
  • Available in Vintage Ivory or Black
  • Handcrafted in Los Angeles, California
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • Dimensions: 10.25”(D) x 27.25”(W) x 21”(H)
  • Weight: 69 lbs.
SKU
VX30-212-BLACK
Model #
VX30-212-BLACK
Brand
FRIEDMAN

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Friedman VX30 Single Channel 30-Watt 2x12 Combo - Black

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