
FRIEDMAN IR-X Dual Tube Preamp (Friedman)
Product Condition
Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
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Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Description
Description
This two-channel preamp boasts superior sound quality, featuring real tubes (two 12AX7 tubes), reminiscent of the company's BE-100.
By connecting to the return of the amplifier's "send & return" terminal, it provides a voluminous sound that sets it apart from other companies' pedal preamps.
In addition, the sound quality of the line out is excellent, giving the monitor amplifier the presence of a real tube combo amplifier.
It also comes equipped with a wide variety of IR switches, and when combined with the speaker model switches, it goes beyond tube distortion to offer a wide range of clean and crunch settings.
Please enjoy the best guitar sound of today, presented by the famous amp builder Dave Friedman.
- Main features of "Friedman IR-X" -
Friedman Amp's first floor-standing preamp with two pre-tubes. Two-channel configuration with a clean and drive channel. Boost function included. "Boost Volume" and "Boost Gain" can be set for each channel.
Equipped with an "IR function" supervised by Dave Friedman. Can be connected to PA mixers, audio interfaces, etc.
●Supports editing on PC (Mac/Windows) using a dedicated editor.
Equipped with MIDI functionality. 128 presets can be stored on the main unit.
- MIDI function allows preset control -
[1] Channel switching
[2]BOOST ON/OFF (BOOST LOCK)
[3] EFFECT LOOP ON/OFF
[4] IR selection
[5] 3-way selection of Presence and Thump (only available when using BALANCED OUT)
Body weight: Approx. 1.74kg
Width: approx. 17cm
Depth: Approx. 14.5 cm
Height (including knob): Approx. 6.5 cm
*Updated on: 2023/10/10
[Regarding product warranty]
The Friedman IR-X Dual Tube Preamp comes with a 3-year warranty when used in Japan.
⇒For products that come with a one-year warranty, the warranty period will be extended to three years from the date of purchase.
*In the following cases, repairs will be charged even during the warranty period.
・Repair requests from someone other than the original owner (e.g., when we are unable to confirm the sales history)
・When it is determined that the failure is due to something other than this product ・When the failure is caused by dropping, submerging in water, or use in a hot and humid environment ・When the failure is caused by improper use, or repair or modification by a part not performed by our company ・When the name of the store where the product was purchased or the date of purchase is not written on the warranty card (we can handle this if the purchase date and time are written on the purchase details or receipt, etc.)
[Regarding repair services]
Due to the structure of the IR-X, if a malfunction occurs, the internal circuit board will need to be replaced.
(*Due to the distributor's circumstances, we will not provide a replacement even within the warranty period.)
In addition, the two preamp tubes (12AX7) and the switch installed in this unit are consumables, so
Except for the very initial period, this is generally not covered by the warranty.
Payment & Security
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Please Note
The following information applies to international orders.
■ Condition
Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.
■ Stock
Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.
■ Shipping
We ship via FedEx. Shipments are fully insured against damage or loss during transit.
- Asia: 10–20 days (estimated)
- North America & Oceania: 20–30 days (estimated)
Shipping costs are calculated based on the delivery address and confirmed at the time of dispatch.
■ Taxes & Duties
Import duties, taxes, and fees are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These fees are typically collected by the carrier upon delivery or at pickup. Please check with your country’s customs office for details before purchasing.
■ Other
We cannot declare a reduced item value or mark purchases as gifts.
* Warranty
Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.
* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.

About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
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