BE 50 Deluxe
Three-channel head combining Friedman's BE/HBE overdrive circuits with Buxom Betty-style sparkling cleans, plus a footswitchable half-power pentode/triode switch.
About this amp
The BE 50 Deluxe combines Friedman’s BE and HBE overdrive circuits with sparkling cleans inspired by the Buxom Betty, in Dave Friedman’s own words “the best amp I’ve ever made.” A flexible power section adds Presence, Thump, and Response controls plus a half-power switch (50W pentode/25W triode). Hand-wired in the USA.
Specs
| Wattage | 50W pentode / 25W triode |
|---|---|
| Power Tubes | 2x EL34 |
| Preamp Tubes | 4x 12AX7 |
| Channels | 3 (Clean channel inspired by the Buxom Betty; footswitchable BE and HBE overdrive channels with independent gain/master) |
| Effects Loop | Transparent series with bypass switch |
| Other | Presence, Thump, Response power-section controls, half-power (pentode/triode) switch, SAT/FAT/Bright/Voice switches, 3-way Gain Structure switch |
| Construction | Hand-wired in the USA |
| Dimensions | 8.75in D x 26.75in W x 11in H |
| Weight | 37.5 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the BE 50 Deluxe cost?
- Friedman Amplification lists it at $3,699.99 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the BE 50 Deluxe still available?
- Yes. Friedman Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the BE 50 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.