Known Issues
- Limited surviving units make revision tracking difficult.
- Some units show undocumented modifications from prior owners.
Product Archive
Outlaw
Limited-run special edition based on combined M50 and M100 sections with wild-west themed cosmetics and integrated crossover controls.
Category
Special Series
Series
Outlaw / Limited
Era
1990s limited edition (archived FAQ + manual sources)
Specifications
- Architecture
- 4-3-2 channel layout based on M50 + M100 sections
- Output Power (4 ohm stereo @ 12/13.8V)
- (M50, M100) 50/85, 100/185 WRMS
- Output Power (2 ohm stereo @ 13.8V)
- (M50, M100) 120/230 WRMS
- Output Power (4 ohm bridged @ 13.8V)
- (M50, M100) 245/500 WRMS
- Crossover Frequencies
- 30Hz to 600Hz
- Crossover Slopes
- 12dB per octave
- Bass EQ
- 0 to +12dB @ 45Hz
- Input Sensitivity
- 200mV to 2V
- Case Dimensions
- 29.25"L x 10.63"W x 2.0"H
- Dimensions w/ flanges + terminals
- 29.25"L x 11.63"W x 2.0"H
- Companion Variant
- Bandit 1895 is the matching limited model based on M50
Visual Identification Notes
- Gunmetal-blue anodized body with polished hardware and Outlaw-themed branding.
- Often seen with matching Bandit references in collector documentation.
- Photograph serial plate, terminal blocks, and face graphics before restoration.
Recommended Service Actions
- Prioritize non-destructive inspection and documentation first.
- Archive board photos and serial labels prior to component replacement.
- Use conservative restoration strategy for provenance-sensitive units.
Parts List
Main power reservoir capacitor (4700uF / 50V class)
Original: 4700uF 50V radial electrolytic (legacy OEM variant)
Replacement: 105C low-ESR radial capacitor, matched lead spacing
Verification: Community Verified
DigiKey Recommendations
4700uF 50V low-ESR radial capacitor
DigiKey: P12345-ND
Placeholder DigiKey reference. Confirm ripple current, lead spacing, and can diameter against board footprint before finalizing.
Open DigiKey reference
Related Repair Guides
- Signal-path noise diagnosis (generic workflow)
Template process for hum, hiss, and channel imbalance root-cause analysis before replacing semiconductors.
Related Forum Threads
- Outlaw variant identification and serial formatting
Thread tracking visual identifiers and known serial patterns for special-run Outlaw units.
- Catalog scans and ad archive (contributor thread)
Crowdsourced scan quality standards and indexing conventions for source documentation.
Gallery
Outlaw amplifier photo
Archived Outlaw/Bandit product photo from Phoenix Gold FAQ M Special Edition page.
Outlaw manual cover
Owner-manual cover extracted from archived PDF for visual identification and layout reference.
Outlaw manual page 2
Manual interior page used as technical and historical reference material.
Outlaw manual page 3
Additional manual page for control labels, tables, and period styling details.
Historical Notes
Outlaw and Bandit Relationship
Registry-sourced descriptions identify Outlaw as a combined M50 + M100 architecture and Bandit as an M50 Rev. B cosmetic companion model. Claimed serial ranges and total counts are presented as non-official estimates.
Source-Backed Verification
Phoenix Gold early brand and amplifier timeline
Imported - Needs Primary Verification- Phoenix Gold is described as starting around 1988 as an accessories-focused brand.
- The source states first mobile amplifiers appeared around 1990 (including MS-250 and MS-2125).
- The source describes early boards as 24K gold plated and notes M-series launch progression shortly after.
Source: Phoenix Gold Registry - History
Open source pageOutlaw and Bandit relationship
Imported - Needs Primary Verification- Outlaw is described as a combined M50 and M100 two-channel architecture in one chassis.
- Bandit is described as an M50 (Rev. B) in an Outlaw-matching cosmetic scheme.
- The source indicates a believed 900-1900 serial span for these models but notes no official published production totals.
Source: Phoenix Gold Registry - Outlaw/Bandit
Open source pageFAS and SoFAS limited-series context
Cross-checked- Frank Amp'n Stein (FAS2300) is described as MQ430 + MS2125 in one heatsink with an approximately 300-unit limited run note.
- Son of Frank Amp'n Stein (FAS2400) is described as a MS275 + MS2125 4-3-2 special platform with matching FAS406A crossover references.
- MS1000 is described as two MS2250 sections integrated in one long heatsink with high thermal/current demand cautions.
- FAS406A companion crossover values include 18dB/oct slope, 8V output level, and 100dB S/N in the same archived source.
Source: Archived Phoenix Gold FAQ - MS Special Edition
Open source page
Sources / Notes
Archived Phoenix Gold FAQ - M Special Edition
Primary source used for Outlaw/Bandit architecture details and specifications.
Open sourceOutlaw Owner Manual (archive PDF)
Primary manual source for controls/functions and service-reference pages.
Open sourcePhoenix Gold Registry - Outlaw/Bandit
Secondary context source. Registry rows intentionally excluded.
Open source
Model Disclaimer Block
Independent enthusiast archive entry. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Phoenix Gold.