IR-J Jake E Lee Signature
The Friedman IR-J is a true all-tube preamp pedal that delivers the iconic tones of legendary guitarist Jake E. Lee. As the driving force behind Ozzy Osbourne's Bark at the Moon and Ultimate Sin albums, Lee's playing defined the hard-hitting, harmonically-rich guitar sound of the 80s. Now, he's teamed up with amp guru Dave Friedman to bottle that signature tone in a compact, pedalboard-friendly package. At the heart of the IR-J are two independent channels, each with its own 12AX7 preamp tubes running at over 300 volts. Channel 1 nails the muscular, British-voiced roar of a modded Plexi, while Channel 2 dishes out the percussive punch, note clarity, and singing sustain of Lee's high-gain JEL voice. Tweak each channel's Volume, Gain, 3-band EQ, and Boost controls to dial in your perfect rhythm or lead tone. But the IR-J doesn't stop there. It also packs state-of-the-art impulse response (IR) technology, allowing you to choose from Friedman's custom-curated cabinet simulations or load your own IRs. With ultra-low latency and 18 free IRs included, you can send a studio-quality, mic'd-up tone straight to your DAW or PA system. And with MIDI control and a flexible effects loop, the IR-J seamlessly integrates into any rig. Whether you're chasing the hard rock heroics of the 80s or just want an all-tube preamp with uncompromising tone, the Friedman IR-J is the ultimate tone machine. As Jake E. Lee himself says, "Dave has an innate understanding of where I'm coming from as a player, and we're alike in the way we hear tones." The result is a pedal that captures the essence of Lee's legendary guitar work in a modern, versatile package.
