Jose Arredondo
100-watt EL34 head that is Friedman's definitive realization of Jose Arredondo's iconic amp modifications, developed with Arredondo's daughter Marisol.
About this amp
The Jose Arredondo is a 100-watt, EL34-powered head developed as a loving tribute to amp-mod pioneer Jose Arredondo, in partnership with his daughter Marisol. A 3-way Gain Style switch, Fat switch, and dual switchable Presence controls access three distinct Jose-style gain structures, with internal channel jumpering simplifying gain staging.
Specs
| Wattage | 100W |
|---|---|
| Power Tubes | 4x EL34 |
| Preamp Tubes | 4x 12AX7 |
| Controls | Gain, Channel 1 (Lead) Volume, Channel 2 (Normal) Volume, internal channel jumpering, 2 styles of master volume control, Plexi/Fat/Gain style switches, Bass/Middle/Treble, 2 switchable global Presence controls |
| Effects Loop | Bypassable transparent |
| Impedance Options | 4/8/16 ohm |
| Dimensions | 29in x 8.5in x 11.5in |
| Weight | 47 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the Jose Arredondo cost?
- Friedman Amplification lists it at $3,799 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Jose Arredondo still available?
- Yes. Friedman Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Jose Arredondo?
- 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.