Page 2
Congratulations on purchasing this incredible new PLUGGING IN guitar amplifier designed by one of the most well known amp modders and designers in the LA We recommend starting the amp with the Bass on Music scene for the past 20 years, Dave Friedman. 5, the mids at around 6, the treble 4 and presence at 3. Set the volume around 4 or higher depending Dave Friedman has been designing and building how distorted you would like it. After plugging in, guitar rigs for the stars since the early nineties. you will notice instantly, the tight rich bottom end After many years of modding amplifiers and and harmonically detailed chords and single notes. consulting for other well-known amplifier The reverb adds a nice space around the notes companies, Dave has finally brought his talent to a and never becomes to much. The Buxom Betty new line of production amps under his name, was primarily designed as Clean to Classic Rock Friedman Amplification. style amp. The Buxom Betty will surprise and impress you with all the different tones available. Dave designed this amp for guitarists that seek If you want a classic sounds from the 60s and 70s, that more Vintage, Classic tone inspired American this might just be your type of amp. Please visit and British Tube Amps from the 60’s and 70’s. the Friedman site for videos and more The Buxom Betty is a 50-watt EL34 powered single information. channel Classic Reverb Amp that is capable of producing many styles of music from blues to We know you will love your new amp. If you have classic rock and Country by just adjusting the any questions don’t hesitate to email us at volume, eq and reverb controls. friedmanamps@gmail.com. The Buxom Betty takes pedals very well and loves boosts, OD’s, phasers, flangers, tremolos, wahs, etc.
Page 3
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the amplifier and in the operating instructions should be INSTRUCTIONS adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use Please keep this instruction manual for future instructions should be followed. reference and for the duration of owning this 5. Water and Moisture – The amplifier should not Friedman Amplifier. Please carefully read and be used near water – for example, a bathtub, understand the instructions inside this user’s washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet manual before attempting to operate your new basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. amp. This instruction manual includes essential 6. Heat – Amplifier should be situated away from safety information regarding the use and heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, maintenance of the amplifier. Take special care to stoves, or other amplifier (including amplifiers) heed all warning symbols and signs inside this that produce heat. manual and those printed on the amplifier itself. 7. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local WARNING! power company. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT 8. Grounding or Polarization EXPOSE THE AMPLIFIER TO WATER OR MOISTURE. – This product may be equipped with a polarized DO NOT OPERATE NEAR ANY WATER SOURCE alternation-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS? feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully...
Page 4
13. Damage Requiring Service 20. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service – The amplifier should be serviced by qualified or repairs to this product, ask the service service personnel when: technician to perform safety checks to determine A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been that the product is in proper operating condition. damaged; or 21. FUSES – Always use the correct rating and type B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled of fuse as indicated on the rear panel. Note the into the amplifier; or proper rating fuse is determined by the AC line C. The amplifier has been exposed to rain; or voltage in the country this unit is being operated. D. The amplifier does not appear to operate CAUTIO normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The amplifier has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. F. The amplifier needs tube replacement or biasing 14. Servicing – The user should not attempt any service to the amplifier beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 15. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. 16. Attachments – do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 17. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with...
FRONT PANEL H (High Input): This is the Buxom Betty’s HIGH sensitivity Guitar Input Jack. Use this jack for maximum gain. L (Low Input): Just like it says. This is the Buxom Betty’s LOW sensitivity Guitar Input Jack. Use this jack for a cleaner less distorted tone. Reverb FWS (Reverb Footswitch): Remotely turns on and of the reverb. Bright Switch: 3-position switch that varies the overall brightness of the amp. Volume Control: This is the Buxom Betty’s MASTER VOLUME. The more you turn it up the louder it gets. This also adds gain/distortion. Adjust to taste. Don’t be afraid. Treble Control: This adds or takes away treble. Start at 5 and adjust to taste. Middle Control: Adds or takes away midrange. Start at 7-8, lower settings will scoop the mids, higher levels will allow your audience to actually hear the guitar in the mix. Bass Control: This adds or takes away bass or bottom end. As the amp gets louder you may want to back this off a bit. Start at 5 and adjust to taste. Presence Control: This adds or takes away upper mids and highs. Start at about 5 and adjust to taste. Note: This pot will sound scratchy when adjusted – this is normal. Reverb Control: This adds more or less spring reverb. Standby Switch: Turn ON this switch to put the amp in play mode. Wait a minute before turning this on for maximum tube life. Power Switch: Turn this ON to power the amplifier. Wait for about one minute before taking the amp OUT of STANDBY playing for maximum tube life. There is an indicator lamp to provide a gentle reminder to let you know your amp is ON.
REAR PANEL SPEAKER OUT JACKS (2): Plug in your speaker cab(s) here. Use Speaker cable ONLY. IMPEDANCE SELECTOR SWITCH: Select the correct speaker cab impedance with this selector switch. MAIN FUSE: This fuse is in the compartment found below the AC receptacle. Replace with a 3 Amp slo blow fuse for 120V or 1.5 Amp slo blow for 230V. This most likely is the result of a bad tube. Constant blowing of this fuse (even when using new tubes) is an indication that something could be seriously wrong with your amp. STOP and call us so we may help you diagnose. HT FUSE: Replace with a 1 Amp fuse. If this blows it is likely a bad power tube as well. MAINS INPUT: Plug the supplied IEC power cord here and into a 115v wall outlet to power the beast.
Page 7
PLEASE KEEP YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE TO USE help you diagnose the problem. If a product must YOUR WARRANTY. This warranty does not cover be sent to us, please follow the procedure service or parts to repair damage caused by outlined below. accident, neglect, abuse, normal & wear, disaster, • Defective products must be shipped, misuse, abuse, over-powering, negligence, together with proof of purchase, freight inadequate packing or shipping procedures and pre-paid and insured to the Authorized service, repair or any modifications to the product Friedman Service Center or directly to which have not been authorized or approved by Friedman. Friedman in writing. ANY MODIFICATION TO THE • If a product must be returned to Friedman AMPLIFIER WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. If this for warranty replacement/repair, a Return product is defective in materials or workmanship Authorization Number must be obtained as warranted above, your sole remedy shall be from our Customer Service Department repair or replacement by Friedman as provided prior to shipping the product. below. • Please contact Friedman Customer Service Department for the Authorized Friedman CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to repair, modify or Service Center nearest you. service your amplifier by yourself!!! Please read • Products must be shipped in their original the instruction manual for all safety notifications, packaging or its equivalent; in any case,...
Page 8
Authorization Number. Product Safety Act. If Friedman determines that the unit was defective in materials or workmanship at any time CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Our dedicated and friendly during the warranty period, Friedman has the option of repairing or replacing the product at no staff is ready to help you with any warranty or additional charge, except as set forth below. product questions you may have. Please email us • All replaced parts become a property of at friedmanamps@gmail.com. Friedman. Products replaced or repaired under this warranty will be returned via Thank you again for choosing Friedman and we ground shipping within the United States look forward to a long relationship! or Canada - freight prepaid. • Friedman is not responsible for costs associated with expedited shipping, either to Friedman or the return of the product to the customer. All warranty repairs outside the United States and Canada must be directed to the dealer or distributor from which you purchased the product. INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE: In no event will Friedman be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use of any Friedman product, even if a Friedman dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages, or any other claim by any other party. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the BUXOM BETTY and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers