Loudspeaker was originally released in 2006 in Japan and in 2007 in the United States (Shrapnel Records). It entered the Japanese national chart at #13, making Marty's first Top 40 chart position for any of his solo albums. Features guest performances by legendary guitarists Steve Vai and John Petrucci as well as bass icon Billy Sheehan.
'Highly recommended...Friedman brilliantly combines the melodic style and groove of masters like Satriani with his own speed metal background to create one of the most enjoyable and creative instrumental rock releases of recent years,' - Sputnik Music