JEL-50 Head
Jake E. Lee signature 50-watt hand-wired head blending a classic Plexi tone with a more aggressive 80s master-volume-amp voicing.
About this amp
The JEL-50 is Jake E. Lee’s signature head, combining the sweetness of a classic Plexi with the more aggressive slant of an 80s master-volume amp in one 2-channel, EL34-powered head. Rear Thump and Presence controls shape the power section, with a footswitch for channel selection. Hand-wired in the USA.
Specs
| Wattage | 50W |
|---|---|
| Power Tubes | 2x EL34 |
| Preamp Tubes | 3x 12AX7 |
| Channels | 2 (JEL channel: Gain/Master/3-way Bright, push-pull Hi/Lo gain; Plexi channel: Gain/Volume/3-way Bright), shared Bass/Middle/Treble |
| Effects Loop | Ultra-transparent series |
| Other | Rear Thump and Presence controls, single-button footswitch for channel select |
| Impedance Options | 4/8/16 ohm |
| Construction | Hand-wired in the USA |
| Dimensions | 8.75in D x 24in W x 10in H |
| Weight | 33.5 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the JEL-50 Head cost?
- Friedman Amplification lists it at $2,999.99 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the JEL-50 Head still available?
- Yes. Friedman Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the JEL-50 Head?
- 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.