Meet the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 40-watt Tube Head - a vintage classic rock tone powerhouse designed for guitarists who crave that authentic British tube amp sound from the '60s and '70s. Inspired by the iconic JTM 45, this single-channel amplifier is more than meets the eye. Its 40-watt, 5881 powered heart delivers the signature high gain tone Friedman is celebrated for, while also giving you the flexibility to dial it back for a clean, vintage crunch.

The Dirty Shirley is more than just versatile - it's dynamic. With the ability to produce a wide range of musical styles from blues to rock and country, it adapts to your playing and musical needs in the moment. This is largely thanks to the three-position gain structure switch that modifies the overall gain of the amplifier, allowing you to switch between modern and vintage tones effortlessly.

When it comes to construction, the Dirty Shirley is as robust as they come. Its beautiful black Tolex and Baltic Birch build are designed to withstand the rigors of the road, ensuring it's a loyal companion for all your musical adventures. And let's not forget about its love for pedals. Boosts, OD's, phasers, flangers, tremolos, wahs - this amp is designed to take them all and make them shine.

Key Features:

• 40-watt, 1-channel all-tube amplifier with British voicing
• 3-position gain structure switch for toggling between modern and vintage tones
• Ultra-transparent effects loop for your favorite pedals
• Handwired in the U.S.A using only hand-selected components
• Dual 5881 power tubes
• Built to withstand the rigors of the road
• Suitable for many styles of music from blues to rock and country
• Comes with custom transformers and capacitors
• Dual speaker outputs for up to 2 speaker cabs

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40-watt Tube Head?

The Friedman Dirty Shirley 40-watt Tube Head delivers a vintage British-style crunch with a smooth, high-gain tone. It cleans up well when you roll back your guitar's volume, making it versatile for classic rock and blues styles.

Is the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 suitable for gigging with a band?

Yes, with its 40-watt power, the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 is loud enough for live performances, providing ample headroom and clarity to cut through a band mix.

Does the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 take pedals well?

Absolutely, the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 is known for its excellent pedal compatibility, especially with overdrive and distortion pedals, thanks to its transparent effects loop.

What is the construction material of the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40?

The Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 is constructed from birch plywood and covered with black tolex, ensuring durability and a classic aesthetic.

Does the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 have an effects loop?

Yes, the Friedman Dirty Shirley 40 features an effects loop, allowing you to integrate your modulation and time-based effects seamlessly.