Outlaw

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.

Related Repair Guides

• Signal-path noise diagnosis (generic workflow)

  Template process for hum, hiss, and channel imbalance root-cause analysis before replacing semiconductors.

Gallery

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 page

• Outlaw 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 page

• FAS 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

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