I went with the Marshall 1960B 4x12. It has 2 20w Greenbacks in the top, and V30 in the Bottom. I mic’d a Greenback with a 57, and a v30 and blended them 60/40 leaning on the Greenback. Into API preamps. I have TwoNotes IR and Overloud Supercab IR of this cab. They both sound killer too. When I was working on writing the tune, I did it at home with Loadbox and IR. It sounded awesome too.
@@BigHairyGuitars that is a great sounding amp! Seems more killer Plexi than JCM800 on steroids. It’s super smooth but hits like a hammer. Is that a fair comparison in the room?
Wow! Killer tone and nice playing, great tune! Would you give a brief thought on splitting speaker cabs with two sets of different speakers. I've been contemplating doing this for a couple of years. Is it really a big difference? Thank you! 💚🎸
@@californiasurfpunkmetal6207 I think a LOT of people are after that really percussive plexi tone these days, that's killer for articulate rhythm playing. Hopefully, Friedman see's that. That tone seems to have gotten lost in the "gain wars". The punchy, percussive, razor-sharp, crisp mid-heavy tone Michael dialed up towards the beginning of the video was spot on for rhythm "riff-playing". I'd love to see Friedman devote an amp to his core line capable of getting that tone. To my knowledge this is the only amp I've heard of his that can get that...short of maybe the Jake E. Lee signature. Great demo.
Just when I thought amp modeling has taken great strides, a real amp and an amazing player bring the baseline back up. The dynamics, the pleasant top end. Great video!
Ripping, as always! Great tones Michael, and what a killer track to start off the whole video. I love your channel. Always fun to watch and...well, a great source of inspiration for my own playing.
Michael this Sounds Fantastic!!!!! More gain goin’ on here than what Stevie Steve typically uses, and yet it holds together fantastic!!! All that clarity and chewy Marshall bite and super tight low end!!!! ……………..I WANT WANT WANT one
Thanks! I was trying to find a middle ground between the classic cranked non-master volume tones of the classic years, and his modern stuff that has TONS of gain.
Gotta say that is a lot of clarity for such high gain levels. Too hot for my needs but still another high quality amp from Friedman and Stevens. Always a well produced and fun walkthrough. Thanks
How many crazy guitar faces can i make just watching a video.......? all of them... Great playing Michael! congrats Dave and Steve, another great colabiration.
That riff on the intro track was HUGE!! Sounded killer, Michael! Love your frowny rock faces too - a total sign that you are ALL the way into your music!!! Love your videos!
From what? What did you hear? Modern amplification has 30 amplifiers in the 1 amplifier now. This is a pathetic amplifier. TV amplifiers are see through now. This stupid amplifier isn't even see through.
Yeah when SS plays it in his vid with Dave its got the girth and guts I just love with all the high, mid and clean trimmings. Beautiful sonorous lead tones. Man I think this is the one. Durability is my only question for the $
Ooohhh Yeahhh-You did an excellent job capturing that amps high gain tone with your guitar playing👍🏼 {Great Riff} Your one of the very few guitarists/producers/enthusiasts on TH-cam that I can actually watch! I love the that your level of self-promotion isn’t at the forefront of your overall attitude👍🏼 Keep up the great work and by all means, keep bringing us more great amps🤘🏼☮️☠️☯️🤘🏼
It’s the first Friedman I’ve heard that captures for me that slightly unruly plexi thing that’s around the notes. I know the first one they modeled after his ‘68 and this one definitely seems to have that DNA in it. I like amps that can get rough, other Friedman’s I’ve played are just too refined. I’ll take wild and rich over big, fat and smooth any day. I can make a rough amp smooth but not the other way around.
I first thought the same thing after the first gig with my later model BE-100 but that is not the case after I learned how to dial it a bit more. I would say the SS is very refined …modded plexy but with manicured black nails.
Hey! I really enjoyed all of this video but the guitar with the purple pickup called my attention. What's the pickup on it? It sounds absolutely fantastic.
Hey Michael, I have the JEL 100 and SS100 V1 along w BE Deluxe 50 and JJ jr. Also have a smallbox 50 on it’s way. I just need you to tell me I do NOT need the SS100 V2. Thanks and great video as always.
You know the rules bro…. You can’t have an uneven number of amps. Besides…. You still need a Runt and a Pink Taco. Hopefully I was helpful in keeping your gear acquisition syndrome in remission.
Michael, how was this recorded? Using mics or IR’s?? That thing is a monster..
I went with the Marshall 1960B 4x12. It has 2 20w Greenbacks in the top, and V30 in the Bottom. I mic’d a Greenback with a 57, and a v30 and blended them 60/40 leaning on the Greenback. Into API preamps.
I have TwoNotes IR and Overloud Supercab IR of this cab. They both sound killer too.
When I was working on writing the tune, I did it at home with Loadbox and IR. It sounded awesome too.
@@BigHairyGuitars that is a great sounding amp! Seems more killer Plexi than JCM800 on steroids. It’s super smooth but hits like a hammer. Is that a fair comparison in the room?
@@californiasurfpunkmetal6207 Yeah definitely
Wow! Killer tone and nice playing, great tune! Would you give a brief thought on splitting speaker cabs with two sets of different speakers. I've been contemplating doing this for a couple of years. Is it really a big difference? Thank you! 💚🎸
@@californiasurfpunkmetal6207 I think a LOT of people are after that really percussive plexi tone these days, that's killer for articulate rhythm playing. Hopefully, Friedman see's that. That tone seems to have gotten lost in the "gain wars". The punchy, percussive, razor-sharp, crisp mid-heavy tone Michael dialed up towards the beginning of the video was spot on for rhythm "riff-playing". I'd love to see Friedman devote an amp to his core line capable of getting that tone. To my knowledge this is the only amp I've heard of his that can get that...short of maybe the Jake E. Lee signature. Great demo.
Sounds incredible Michael, that intro track was epic!
Thank you Rocco!
Well that was totally freakin awesome!!!
Thanks Brett!
Sounds killer with exceptional clarity/string definition!!!
Man, I LOVE that progression that starts around 00:53
New sub!
Keep it metal! 😉🤘
Mike's back and better than ever
The voice leading / progressions and the melodies in the intro song 🔥
That amp sounds like a plexi with all the gain of a 5150. What a monster.
Great playing as always Michael.
Yes 3 channels! I'm in love with this amp! Sounds like perfection.
Man, that amps sounds so dam good! Great video as always.
Thanks buddy!!!
Wrong.
The customer IS gone never to return.
@@dreyn7780 This seems to be an answer to a question that I'm unaware of.
Absolutely killer tone, opening track was awesome! fantastic playing as well !
That's Show - Ya from japan.
Steve WHO, don't want to know.
wE'VE moved on. We're not interested in stuff like this.
Never were, never will be.
Just when I thought amp modeling has taken great strides, a real amp and an amazing player bring the baseline back up. The dynamics, the pleasant top end. Great video!
Sweet jesus that amp sounds killer! And that track was perfect... blown away. thank you!
Simply awesome, both the amp and your playing Michael. Great vid!
Dude what an intro!
Thank you brother!
We've been waiting soooo long for a new video...thx
Sorry. Thanks Alex!
Welcome back, I really missed you! And what a marvelous intro song. Gee.
Thanks Sven!
Ripping, as always! Great tones Michael, and what a killer track to start off the whole video. I love your channel. Always fun to watch and...well, a great source of inspiration for my own playing.
Thanks Steve!
@@BigHairyGuitars Absolutely Michael! Keep em coming!
Holy crap that (and you) sound insanely badass!
Thank my man!
Having watched your channel for a long time, you have definitely made me a Friedman fan!
Thanks!!!
Yessss!!! Today is suddenly a great day 😎😎😎😎
Superb demonstration, Michael! Thanks for the video, as always.
Michael this Sounds Fantastic!!!!! More gain goin’ on here than what Stevie Steve typically uses, and yet it holds together fantastic!!! All that clarity and chewy Marshall bite and super tight low end!!!! ……………..I WANT WANT WANT one
Thanks! I was trying to find a middle ground between the classic cranked non-master volume tones of the classic years, and his modern stuff that has TONS of gain.
Man, that intro Song is absolutly awesome! Great !!
Thanks Bastian! I appreciate it
In the top 5 of the greatest amps I've ever heard. It would be impossible to choose between this one and the Friedman JEL-100
Dude! Fantastic playing & Demo! “Dave take my $$!” Again!🤙🏽🤙🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽
Uvodni stvar je fenomenalna😎
Outstanding Michael! Intro track was an absolute stunner. 🤘🎸🖤
Thanks!!!!!!
NO, what is a stunner is the new television amplifiers.
Modern amplification is see through now.
Every intro track for every Friedman video makes me want that amplifier.
😂😂
Listening again :50-1:15 is just magical Michael!!
Haha I literally listened to that section like 5 times before seeing your comment! Awesome 😊
Thanks for doing the video on this amp, I think it's one of the best amps at Friedman makes 🤘🤘🤘
For sure! Yeah, the SS is killer.
Epic rock tones!!🔥👍
That is one wicked amp! Wish I could afford one.
Dude... ray gun effect for the win!!! Steve would be proud of you, Mike.
HAHA! Thanks Shea!
@@BigHairyGuitars You're welcome amigo. Keep up the good work and see if you can get a THU package for the Mortin amp you demo-ed for us, please!!!!!
You crushed it out of the park again Nielsen.
Great playing and riff. Oh, the amp sounds evil as all hell too!
Thanks Bazman!
Awesome Demo and Tune! Killer amp. Don't forget The Atomic Playboys!!
Pet the hot kitty!!!!
Great sounding amp! Great playing as well Michael!
Yeah killer demo (as always). Got my SS100 on order - cannot wait after hearing this
Congrats! I’m sure you’re gonna love it Flash!
The OG version or the new Version 2? I'm trying to find a link to order the new v2 but can't find anything anywhere.
Congrats either way!
@@KyleKingGuitar you'll need to contact your local Friedman dealer in your area/country
Saw Billy Idol last year, at Brixton Academy, He was very good, Steve was excellent, and his tone was very, very good.
Wow that might be your best intro song! Would totally listen to it on spotify! The amp sounds great! Seriously wow!
Thanks Raphael! :)
Always a fantastic demo!!
Thanks!!!
This is the smoothest, best sounding amp you have demoed so far, and that opening song was effing incredible.
Great demo and great playing! The dirt sounds are great, but wow - that clean sound is glorious.
Michael's back! Great playing!
Gotta say that is a lot of clarity for such high gain levels. Too hot for my needs but still another high quality amp from Friedman and Stevens. Always a well produced and fun walkthrough. Thanks
Agreed - I always think this channel is undersubscribed.
Great demo and outstanding playing!
Brilliant amp, thanks for the demo Michael, sweet playing too!
Fantastic playing
Typical Friedman sounds amazing as always 👏🏼
Holy S#€&!
What a intro. One of the best so far...
Ok. I want to buy the amp. You nailed it.
Cheers,
Fantastic intro track. 0:54 piece is to do die for. Amp ain't half bad either. Good job.
Wow! Killer song and playing!
That is the best sounding amp I have ever heard. 😃
How many crazy guitar faces can i make just watching a video.......? all of them... Great playing Michael! congrats Dave and Steve, another great colabiration.
Hahaha! Thanks!
Epic tone and playing! raygun=icing on the cake.
Killer amp and the intro track sounded great well done...
Thanks!!!
Welcome back Michael!! Way to kick everyone's ass!!!!
Thanks!!!! 😊
Since 2020 waiting for this one, now it's time.to.get.it. great video!
11:10 is nuts...in a good way! Keep rockin!
Seems like it has relatively less compression and smoothness than a typical Friedman, and I am digging that. Awesome intro and great demo!
The ray gun! Yes!
Sound killer man! Great playing!
Great rock production. It sounds "ready".
Great song, great playing, great amp. ✅
The global master is genius. All multi channel amps should have that.
Yes!!!
This warrants a Kemper Profile
Good gravy, that sounds incredible!
That riff on the intro track was HUGE!! Sounded killer, Michael! Love your frowny rock faces too - a total sign that you are ALL the way into your music!!! Love your videos!
Thanks bud!!!
From what?
What did you hear?
Modern amplification has 30 amplifiers in the 1 amplifier now.
This is a pathetic amplifier.
TV amplifiers are see through now.
This stupid amplifier isn't even see through.
Never saw that EVH Wolfgang of yours before.... sounds pretty awesome... besides the point
intro song was awesome ! well done ! this amp sounds very good !!
I played a SS at Namm 2017. It's a great alternative to the BE.
Sounds ripping man! Hope you're doing well.
Great sound, clean channel are great...I like them bought 👌
Dang... just when I thought I didn’t need another amp and this video shows up!
You and me both! 😅
Dig it, man! That track is killing! (and love the little "Eyes Without A Face" nod!)
Thanks! Love that tune!
Yeah! Gargantuan gain structure yet retaining all the dynamics you would want. Love it! Time to save some money for this 😎
Wrong, and NO.
Not wasting time or money anymore.
This is a dead hobby.
The dynamics causes all your money to disappear and never to return.
@@dreyn7780 not sure if youre ironic or not, but hey if not, more amps for me 🤩
Thank you for doing this! Amps sounds amazing. I'd love to see videos on the Butterlax and Phil X model as well. Cheers!
Yeah when SS plays it in his vid with Dave its got the girth and guts I just love with all the high, mid and clean trimmings. Beautiful sonorous lead tones. Man I think this is the one. Durability is my only question for the $
I’ve had a SmallBox and DS40 for years. I need this amp!!
Great Playing! I love your videos!
Thank you James
Classy playing and such a great review!
Amp sounds fantastic! Great riff to showcase it. And that Wolfgang! We need a video just on that sucker! Friedman has done it again 👍
Will do! Thanks!
EVH guitars contain brand exclusive electrical signals.
Sounds awesome
Spectacular great sound like always
Ooohhh Yeahhh-You did an excellent job capturing that amps high gain tone with your guitar playing👍🏼 {Great Riff}
Your one of the very few guitarists/producers/enthusiasts on TH-cam that I can actually watch!
I love the that your level of self-promotion isn’t at the forefront of your overall attitude👍🏼
Keep up the great work and by all means, keep bringing us more great amps🤘🏼☮️☠️☯️🤘🏼
Thanks Doug!
Sounds killer. And great playing, bro'.
It’s the first Friedman I’ve heard that captures for me that slightly unruly plexi thing that’s around the notes. I know the first one they modeled after his ‘68 and this one definitely seems to have that DNA in it. I like amps that can get rough, other Friedman’s I’ve played are just too refined. I’ll take wild and rich over big, fat and smooth any day. I can make a rough amp smooth but not the other way around.
I definitely hear that Plexi think you’re talking about. To my ear it has the percussiveness of a loud 100w Plexi at a MUCH lower volume
I first thought the same thing after the first gig with my later model BE-100 but that is not the case after I learned how to dial it a bit more. I would say the SS is very refined …modded plexy but with manicured black nails.
I can't decide whats best... the intro song or the amp.... holly crap...
Sounds so good great intro track
What a song man!
Hey! I really enjoyed all of this video but the guitar with the purple pickup called my attention. What's the pickup on it? It sounds absolutely fantastic.
Hey Michael, I have the JEL 100 and SS100 V1 along w BE Deluxe 50 and JJ jr. Also have a smallbox 50 on it’s way. I just need you to tell me I do NOT need the SS100 V2. Thanks and great video as always.
You know the rules bro…. You can’t have an uneven number of amps.
Besides…. You still need a Runt and a Pink Taco. Hopefully I was helpful in keeping your gear acquisition syndrome in remission.
Hi! You need the v2 😈
But check with Dave to see if he can mod your v1 to v2 spec.
No, you need more amps. You obviously love to spend money.
Great demo!
really good opening song
Damn, this track is just awesome!
Amazing track, My favorite so far, fantastic demo as always, all the best.
Thanks so much!
There you are!
When you least expect it! ;)
Great sounding amp!
That has a very warm and juicy tone. Those tubes must have been burning extra hot . Sounded thick . I want one.