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Description

Unleash the power of your music with the Friedman Jose Arredondo Head, a tribute to the legendary amp mods that defined an era. This 100-watt all-tube head is designed to capture the iconic high-gain tones that made Jose Arredondo a household name among guitar enthusiasts. With its distinctive three-way gain style switch, you're not just playing notes; you're sculpting a soundscape that can traverse from vintage warmth to modern aggression.

The Jose Arredondo Head is a masterpiece of tonal versatility. Its dual presence controls switch seamlessly between vintage and modern tones, allowing you to tailor your sound with precision. The internally bridged inputs simplify gain staging, while a bypassable effects loop effortlessly integrates your favorite pedals and processors. This amplifier is more than just a nod to the past; it's a bridge to the future of sound innovation.

Handcrafted in the USA, this amplifier head combines classic design ethos with modern engineering. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Friedman Jose Arredondo Head is a reliable workhorse that stands up to the demands of any musical setting. Experience harmonically rich, saturated tones that are fiercely articulate, and let your music roar with the unmistakable "Jose Mod" character.

Key Features:

  • 100-watt, EL34-powered head
  • Four 12AX7 preamp tubes
  • Three-way gain style switch
  • Fat and Plex/Drive switches
  • Dual presence controls for vintage and modern tones
  • Bypassable effects loop
  • Internal channel jumpering
  • Five speaker outputs (4, 8, and 16-ohm options)
  • Handcrafted in the USA
  • Custom, USA-made transformers
Andertons Music Co

Andertons Music Co

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A Tribute to the Legend Who Modded Amps for EVH, Steve Vai, & Metallica | Friedman NAMM 2025

Andertons Music Co

Andertons Music Co

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Friedman • Arredondo - JOSE 100w Amplifier (The Ultimate Jose Mod Head)

Michael Nielsen - Big Hairy Guitars

Michael Nielsen - Big Hairy Guitars

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NEW Friedman Jose Arredondo Plexi Mod Amp | #ThoNAMM25

Thomann's Guitars & Basses

Thomann's Guitars & Basses

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EXCLUSIVE Peek Inside Friedman Jose Amps with Dave Friedman!

Perfecto De Castro

Perfecto De Castro

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First Riffs: Friedman Jose & Anderson Wolfhound

Passion For Tone

Passion For Tone

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Friedman Jose & BE-100 Deluxe | Amp Comparison & Tone Demo

Passion For Tone

Passion For Tone

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Friedman Jose Mod Video (iPhone cam/mic In the Room)

Michael Nielsen - Big Hairy Guitars

Michael Nielsen - Big Hairy Guitars

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I tried the Friedman Jose Arredondo amp!

Sonic Drive Studio

Sonic Drive Studio

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Friedman Jose Amplifier - iPhone Clip - Van Halen Riffs

Todd Stricklin

Todd Stricklin

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LEGENDARY Guitar Tones from Vai to Mars! Friedman Jose Amp settings

Perfecto De Castro

Perfecto De Castro

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Friedman Jose First Tones - 2

M3dicine

M3dicine

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I spent 15 MINUTES with the FRIEDMAN JOSE! 🤯

CarstenStepanowicz

CarstenStepanowicz

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I've tried a Friedman Jose Arredondo with Jon Symons: exploring edge of breakup tones!

Leo Gibson

Leo Gibson

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First Look at The Friedman Jose Arredondo Amp Head | Better Music

Better Music

Better Music

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Friedman Jose Arredondo - Just Riffs, No Talk

Filipe Delbel

Filipe Delbel

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This simple pedal setup EXPANDS your Friedman Jose Tube Guitar Amp!

Perfecto De Castro

Perfecto De Castro

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Friedman Jose - Tone test

Aaron Powell

Aaron Powell

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