CRAFTED FOR THE STUDIO. BUILT FOR THE STAGE.
A Message from Sage
As we close the books on 2025 and look toward 2026, I want to personally thank everyone who has been part of the Benado Effects journey.
Running a boutique business means every unit I build receives my full focus and a piece of my 35-year journey in this industry. Your support allows me to keep the bench active and continue the art of knowing your equipment in a way that remains truly analog and truly personal.
2026 brings exciting new offerings: my 'Benado: YouChoose-I-Build' service and my signal chain Masterclass, where I'll share more of that hard-earned expertise.
Wishing you a year filled with inspiration, clear goals, and incredible tone. Let's make 2026 a masterpiece together.
See you down the road,
Sage Benado
YouChoose-I-Build
I'll work with you one-on-one to design and build your BENADO pedalboard that's uniquely yours. I'm here to bring your sonic vision to life. Every build is a collaboration—our shared ideas, and my craftsmanship, one-of-a-kind results.
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Featured Pedals
PF-STEEL DREAM II
The Paul Franklin Signature.
Pre order now
$799.00 USD
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December 2025
After a lengthy and unexpected three-year hiatus, things are finally looking up! I am excited to announce that the latest version of the PF Steel Dream II, is now available for pre-order. The second batch of this new item has already sold out. Due to lingering supply chain challenges, order completion may take longer than usual. Units are being built according to the waiting list and prepaid order queue as components arrive. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please use the drop-down option and choose your version accordingly.
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STEEL DREAMS DO COME TRUE
The original PF Steel Dream was developed with Paul Franklin 12 years ago. Paul was introduced to the product in late 2011 and requested a designed unit for Pedal Steel players. I was curious about the effects they would require, and after several discussions, Paul narrowed it down to a medium-gain Overdrive, Delay, and Reverb. Thus, the PF Steel Dream was created. Since its release in 2012, Paul Franklin has been using it exclusively in the studio and live performances. In recent years, I have been working on upgrading the original Steel Dream by adding some features that would enhance its usability. Paul Franklin agreed to the changes and gave the green light to implement them. Say hello to the new "PF Steel Dream II."
- Effects: Steel-Verb, The Echoes (Analog Sound Delay), Nutradrive
- Routing Ins & Outs: Input, Dry Line Out, Two Parallel 9-12VDC (center pin negative) with dedicated power protection, Loop, Two dedicated Outputs.
- MANUAL (PDF)
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Media.
Audio and Video Clips are coming soon!
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Technical Specs.
- True Bypass
- High-quality components, carefully sorted & checked by Sage Benado
- 16 - gauge Steel Enclosure w/ glossy powder coat finish
- 9VDC (up to 12VDC for extra headroom). Power Supply Not Included!!! (I am working on a branded power supply and will update you as soon as it's available here to purchase. At the moment, any 9VDC-12VDC center pin negative will work). You want to make sure your power supply has enough mA. Anywhere from 500mA above is better.
- Dual Parallel dedicated Power In/Out jacks (center pin negative)
- 160mA current draw
- Power Supply Not Included; I recommend the Truetone (formerly Visual Sound) 1 Spot.
- Dimensions: Length 14″ (355.6 mm), Width 5.57″ (146.05 mm), Height 2.75" (69.85 mm)
- Weight: 4.5 lbs. (2.04 Kg)
- Built like a tank. Made in the U.S.A.
The Lazar
Analog Modulation Pedalboard.
YouChoose-I-Build available
$1,899.00 USD
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Modulate your Soundwaves
The Lazar was constructed in memory of my late father, who was a Sea Captain. Constantly working with sea wave currents and tides, I decided to built an all modulated board, as modulation is based on different waveforms.
The Lazar features 5 amazing modulation pedals (Chorus, Phaser, Tremolo), including dual Parallel Delays with a blend option! This unit is a great compliment to your favorite overdrive pedals, which can be implemented via the on-board patch bay. There is much more to the Lazar than meets the eye. You will be amazed how versatile this unit is. Click on the Effects/Routing and Specs sub-tabs to view detailed information about the intense features of each modulation unit.
***This is a pre-order. All units are handmade and assembled as orders are received . Please allow 4-8 weeks at minimum to complete your unit.
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Effects/Routing Ins & Outs.
- Effects: Chorus, Rainbow Phase, Tremolo (Analog Tremolo), Echo-Zen A & B (Analog Sound Delays)
- Routing Ins & Outs: (Buffer) Input or Output, Input, Fuse, Fuse Spare, 2 9VDC, Patch Bay (w/ Dry Buffer Out), Depth, Speed, Loop, Unbalanced DI Out, 2 dedicated Outputs, Dry Signal Switch, DI Volume
- Manual Coming Soon!
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Media.
Below are SoundCloud Audio Clips for this product. Feel free to use headphones for the best experience!
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Technical Specs.
- True Bypass
- High quality components, carefully sorted & checked by Sage Benado
- 16 gauge Steel Enclosure w/ glossy powder coat finish
- High Quality DI Out with Neutric combo XLR/TRS jack
- 9VDC (up to 12VDC for extra headroom). Power Supply Not Included!!! (I am working on a branded power supply, and will update as soon as it's available here to purchase. At the moment any 9VDC-12VDC center pin negative will work). You want to make sure your power supply has enough mA. Anywhere from 500mA above is better.
- Dual Parallel dedicated Power In/Out jacks (center pin negative)
- 120mA current draw
- Power Supply Not Included; We recommend the Truetone (formerly Visual Sound) 1 Spot; for 12VDC, use a Jameco Electronics 12VDC 1500mA (Part # 203036)
- Dimensions: Length 23.25″ (590.55 mm), Width 5.57″ (146.05 mm), Height 2.75" (69.85 mm)
- Weight: 8 lbs. (3.62 Kg)
- Built like a tank Made in the U.S.A.