Detail 01
500W bi-amp Class-G amplifier
The monitor uses a 500W bi-amp Class-G amplifier design.
Product detailSKU #1436365504688
FriedmanASM-12 Active Amp Modeler/Profiler Monitor
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Friedman’s ASM-12 is a powered monitor voiced for guitar amp modelers and profilers, including Axe-Fx, Kemper Profiler and Line 6 HD Series systems. Its 500W bi-amp Class-G amplifier drives a Celestion 12-inch speaker and high-frequency compression driver for live use and playback. Put it on the floor for stage monitoring, pole-mount it on a compatible stand, or use it for backline or main-PA duties. Level, low-cut and ground-lift controls keep adjustment at the speaker.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Using a guitar amp modeler or profiler for live performance and playback.
- Running a floor monitor for stage use with on-speaker level and low-cut adjustment.
- Linking multiple speakers through the line-level output.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Celestion 12-inch loudspeaker
The low-frequency section uses a 12-inch Celestion speaker with a 2.5-inch edge-wound voice coil.
Detail 03
Line-level output
It provides an output for linking multiple speakers.
Detail 04
Clip/limit, thermal and short-circuit protection
The monitor includes protection for those conditions.
Detail 05
Floor or pole operation
It can operate as a floor monitor or be pole mounted on a 1-1/2³-diameter speaker stand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01For pole mounting, the monitor is designed for a 1-1/2³-diameter speaker stand.
- 02The ASM-12 is voiced for guitar amp modelers and profilers; listed examples are Axe-Fx, Kemper Profiler and Line 6 HD Series systems.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can the ASM-12 be used as a stage monitor?
Yes. It was designed to operate on the floor as a stage monitor.
02Can I link more than one ASM-12?
Yes. Its line-level output is provided for linking multiple speakers.
03What controls are on the speaker?
It has level, low-cut filter, ground-lift and power controls.
04Can it be used as a main PA speaker?
Yes. It is described as suitable for use as a main PA speaker, as well as for backline or stage monitoring.
