{"product_id":"friedman-runt-20-20-watt-1x12-inch-2-channel-combo-amplifier","title":"Friedman Runt-20 20-Watt 1x12-Inch 2-Channel Combo Amplifier","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrom Pristine Cleans To A Warm Broken-Up Tone - The Friedman Runt-20 20-Watt 1x12-Inch 2-Channel Combo Amplifier\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Friedman Runt-20 1x12\" 20-watt combo delivers Friedman's legendary tone and versatility in a compact 2-channel amp. The Runts power section is driven by two EL-84s, with three 12AX7s in the preamp. The simple clean channel features a volume knob and 3-position bright switch that delivers anything from pristine cleans to a slightly broken-up blues\/country tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Runts power section is driven by two EL-84s, with three 12AX7s in the preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe simple clean channel features a volume knob and 3-position bright switch that delivers anything from pristine cleans to a slightly broken-up blues\/country tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the Boost switch and Gain knob to dial in the perfect amount of overdrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal load and cab-simulated XLR output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect output you can proudly send to front of house or use in the studio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Runt also allows you to play \"silently,\" meaning you can safely play the amp WITHOUT having a speaker cabinet connected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe XLR output includes a ground-lift, level, and center\/edge of speaker cone simulation switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-ohm, 12\" Celestion G12M 65 Creamback speaker that delivers the bass, mid response, and signature sound you would expect from a Friedman amp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-transparent no tone loss buffered, series effects loop takes time-based effects pedals and rack units equally well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe head cabinet features beautiful black Tolex, with Baltic Birch construction, and is built to withstand the rigors of the road.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart and soul of the Runt is the overdrive channel, which gives that legendary Friedman overdrive that ranges from vintage rock crunch to modern high gain tones.. Use the Boost switch and Gain knob to dial in the perfect amount of overdrive. A global presence control shapes the high-frequency response of the Runts power section.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Runt delivers the tight bottom end and midrange that is typically only found in much higher-wattage amps by utilizing custom transformers and the cleanest signal path possible. The Runt-20 is ideal for many styles of music from blues to classic rock and heavy metal by merely adjusting the gain and master controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen plugging into the Runt, you will instantly notice the harmonically rich detailed chords and resonating single note lines. This amp cleans up exceptionally well with the guitar's volume knob, even with the amp on higher gain settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpeaker Emulated Direct Interface\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the first amp Dave Friedman has ever made with an internal load and cab-simulated XLR output. Comparing this analog circuit to some of the most intricate computer-based IRs, Dave achieved a direct output you can proudly send to front of house or use in the studio. The Runt also allows you to play \"silently,\" meaning you can safely play the amp WITHOUT having a speaker cabinet connected. The XLR output includes a ground-lift, level, and center\/edge of speaker cone simulation switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Runt combo is a 16-ohm, 12\" Celestion G12M 65 Creamback speaker that delivers the bass, mid response, and signature sound you would expect from a Friedman amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Runt was also specifically designed to take pedals well, and it loves boosts, ODs, phasers, flangers, tremolos, and wahs. The ultra-transparent no tone loss buffered, series effects loop takes time-based effects pedals and rack units equally well. This is the exact same FX loop Friedman uses on all its amplifiers including the legendary BE-100. The head cabinet features beautiful black Tolex, with Baltic Birch construction, and is built to withstand the rigors of the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20-Watt all tube amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x EL-84 power tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelestion G12M Creamback 65w\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean channel with Volume and Bright switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead channel with Volume, Gain, three-band EQ and a boost switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXLR Cab Simulated output with Ground Lift, Axis and Level switches. You can record without having your speaker connected (Run-20 only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra transparent series FX loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 and 16 ohm impedance selector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle button footswitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 16.75\" (H) x 18.75\" (W) x 11.5\" (D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 41.5 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Friedman Amps\u003cbr\u003eModel: RUNT-20 COMBO\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I453257-0-WHXX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. 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