BE 100 Deluxe
Three-channel flagship expanding Friedman's famed BE circuit with a new Smallbox-derived Plexi clean channel and an extensively tunable power section.
About this amp
The BE 100 Deluxe expands Friedman’s famed BE circuit into a full three-channel amp: separate BE and HBE overdrive channels each with their own gain/master, plus a new clean channel borrowed from the Smallbox’s Plexi voicing. The power section is extensively tunable via Presence, Response, Frequency, and Thump controls. Hand-wired in the USA.
Specs
| Wattage | 100W |
|---|---|
| Power Tubes | 4x EL34 |
| Preamp Tubes | 5x 12AX7 |
| Channels | 3 (BE and HBE overdrive channels sharing EQ, plus a new Plexi clean channel borrowed from the Smallbox) |
| Effects Loop | Ultra-transparent series |
| Other | C45 voicing switch, Saturation switch, Voice switch, Gain Structure switch, Response switch, Frequency switch, Thump knob, 2-button footswitch, 4/8/16 ohm impedance selector |
| Construction | Hand-wired in the USA |
| Dimensions | 8.75in D x 29.25in W x 12.25in H |
| Weight | 43 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the BE 100 Deluxe cost?
- Friedman Amplification lists it at $3,999.99 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the BE 100 Deluxe still available?
- Yes. Friedman Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the BE 100 Deluxe?
- Friedman Amplification. Where it's built: Every Friedman amplifier is built in the USA with hand-selected components. After burn-in, Dave Friedman inspects, tubes, plays and signs each chassis before it ships. It's listed here as a tube head amp.