Three Channels - 100 Watts - Hand Wired Head
For over a decade, Dave Friedman's "BE" circuit has been hailed as the epitome of British tone. In recent years, this tonal infusion has made the BE-100 the most popular and sought-after 100-watt boutique amp. The new BE-100 Deluxe, like its little brother the BE-50 Deluxe, takes this BE circuitry to a whole new level.
All the incredibly flexible and beautiful tonal characteristics of the original BE-100 are within reach of the new deluxe model. The deluxe version is now a full three-channel amp. An additional gain and a master for the HBE channel; a new clear plexi channel borrowed from the coveted Smallbox amp; and new tone-shaping tools including a response switch, strike frequency switch, and strike button are just some of the features available to you with Dave's new flagship amp.
BE and HBE overdrive channels
Friedman's BE and HBE drive channels have earned their reputation for high-gain crunch, clarity and nuance. The deluxe model doubles this with two separate gain and masters, allowing you to explore the broad spectrum of each circuit.
Channel Plexi Smallbox
The BE-100 Deluxe features a brand new clean channel inspired by the plexi channel of the Smallbox amp. Not only does it clean well, but it can bring out that iconic plexi grain that can be shaped using the gain, volume and three-band EQ controls.
Flexible main section
The BE-100 Deluxe not only gives you complete control of all three preamp channels, but also the critical power section. This amazing flexibility starts on the front panel where you can adjust the overall character of the amp with a presence knob, three-position switches for frequency and response, and a control knob. Each player is different in a variety of unique ways. These tools allow you to finely sculpt the overall tone of the power section to YOUR liking - think of it as an EQ for your power amp.
Seamless effects loop
Effects loops can suck. Dave solved this problem with the most transparent effects loop on the market. Plug it in and you won't even know it's there!
FEATURES
100 watt all-lamp head
Three channels
Hand wired in the USA
Custom Made Transformers in the USA
4 EL34 power tubes
5 12AX7 preamp tubes
BE Channel - Gain, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble (shared with HBE channel)
HBE Channel - Gain, Master, Bass, Middle, Treble (shared with BE channel)
Plexi Channel - Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble and Fat switch
C45 voicing switch (BE/HBE channel)
Saturation switch - adds saturation
Voice switch - varies high-end response
Structure Gain Switch - Reduces BE/HBE channel gain
Ultra-transparent serial effects loop
Response switch - varies negative feedback
Frequency Switch - changes the frequency of the Thump button
Thump button - varies the amp's lowered response
Two-button footswitch for channel selection
Impedance selector 4, 8 and 16 ohms
Limited lifetime warranty
Dimensions: 8.75" (D) x 29.25" (W) x 12.25" (H)
Weight: 43 pounds.