Friedman IR-J Jake E. Lee Signature Dual-tube Preamp

Driven by two glowing-hot, high-voltage 12AX7 preamp tubes, the Friedman IR-J packs the preamp section of Jake E. Lee’s signature JEL amplifiers into a streamlined, pedalboard-ready stompbox. You get two JEL-voiced channels, equipping you with everything from crystalline cleans to Plexi-style crunch to British-inspired high gain. The IR-J’s amp-like controls comprise a 3-band EQ, TS-style boost, a Bright switch on each channel, and a high/low Gain switch on the drive channel. With or without a cab, the IR-J will transform your guitar rig into a potent war machine, thanks to its built-in power amp simulator and IR loader, which are bolstered by 18 onboard Friedman cab impulse responses. You also get a transparent-sounding effects loop and comprehensive MIDI control. Moreover, you can use the included Friedman Editor software to tweak the power amp simulation, load your third-party IRs, and more. The IR-J is a formidable DI solution enabling you to achieve legendary levels of tube-fired hard-rock muscle right from your pedalboard.

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FEATURES

• Signature preamp pedal of Jake E. Lee (Ozzy Osbourne, Badlands, Red Dragon Cartel)
• Packs the preamp section of Jake E. Lee’s signature JEL amplifiers into a streamlined, pedalboard-ready stompbox
• Houses 2 glowing-hot 12AX7 preamp tubes running at more than 300V
• Channel 1 invokes the sweetness and warmth of a classic British non-master-volume amplifier
• Channel 2 yields the aggressive, higher-gain tones that Jake is famous for
• Both channels include a 3-band EQ, a 3-way Bright switch, and a footswitchable TS-style boost with Tone and Volume controls
• Drive channel brandishes a high/low Gain switch that ranges from a thunderous growl to all-out high-gain metal territory
• Power amp simulator provides a solid, tube-flavored foundation for your direct-injected tone
• State-of-the-art IR loader bolstered by 18 Friedman cabinet impulse responses developed in cooperation with OwnHammer
• Oversized 500MHz ARM processor certifies low-latency performance — even with extra-long impulse responses
• Friedman Editor software allows you to tweak the power amp simulation, load 3rd-party IRs, and more
• Ultra-transparent effects loop accommodates your pedals and external effects
• Comprehensive MIDI control

SPECIFICATIONS

• Pedal Type:Tube Preamp and DI pedal
• Analog/Digital:Analog
• Channels:2
• Form Factor:Pedal
• EQ:2 x 3-band EQ, 2 x Bright switch,
• Presets:128 (with Midi)
• Impulse Response:3rd Party IR Support
• Distortion/Overdrive:Boost
• Tubes:2 x 12AX7
• Inputs:1 x 1/4" (instrument)
• Outputs:1 x 1/4" TRS (out)
• Effects Loop:Yes
• MIDI I/O:1 x 5-pin DIN (in), USB
• USB:1 x USB-B
• Headphones:1 x 1/8"
• Software:Friedman Editor software
• Power Source:9V DC 800mA (12V DC 500mA) power supply 
• Height:2.3"
• Width:6.5"
• Depth:5.5"
• Weight:1.5 lbs.