best pedal steel players PF-Steel Dream II: Paul Franklin Signature Analog Pedal | Benado

best pedal steel players PF-Steel Dream II: Paul Franklin Signature Analog Pedal | BenadoThe Artisan Signature Pedal Steel Experience. "The best tone I've had in 50 years. The Benado pedalboards are a breeze." Paul Franklin The PF Steel Dream II is Paul Franklin's signature analog pedal steel unit hand wired, hand tuned, and built to the exacting standards of one of the most recorded pedal steel guitarists in history. Every component is hand selected and tested by Sage Benado before it ever reaches the bench. The Benado Standard: Built

The Artisan Signature Pedal Steel Experience.

"The best tone I've had in 50 years. The Benado pedalboards are a breeze." — Paul Franklin

The PF-Steel Dream II is Paul Franklin's signature analog pedal steel unit — hand-wired, hand-tuned, and built to the exacting standards of one of the most recorded pedal steel guitarists in history. Every component is hand-selected and tested by Sage Benado before it ever reaches the bench.

The Benado Standard: Built for the Pro

Each Benado unit is a handcrafted work of art, hand-wired and tested one-by-one to the same rigorous standards required by my professional touring and recording clientele. Because I refuse to compromise on the high-grade components necessary for elite signal integrity, lead times are subject to parts availability. By choosing Benado, you are prioritizing uncompromising tone and the "Feel Factor" over mass-production speed.

2026 PRE-ORDER DEPOSIT POLICY

To successfully navigate 2026's volatile supply chains and the massive over 40% tariff spikes currently hitting the imported boutique electronics market, I have transitioned the Steel Dream II to a 50% Non-Refundable Deposit Pre-Order Model. This protects you from future price increases while ensuring your build's premium components are reserved and sourced at today's pricing.

50% Pre-Order Deposit — Total build price: from $899.
Remaining balance due only when your unit is 1–2 weeks from completion.

Final Payment: You will receive an invoice for the remaining balance 1–2 weeks before your unit is complete.

THE ARTISAN PACE: WHY I WORK THIS WAY

35 Years of Expertise takes time.
Every Benado unit is a high-complexity project. I do not use mass-production assembly lines. From the intricate, hand-soldered wiring to the hand-selected component matching, every connection is made by hand with care and love.

Meticulous Tone requires focus.
To ensure each unit meets my studio-ready standard, I limit the number of active builds at any time.

Communication Policy: To keep me at the bench and away from the administrative grind, I do not provide daily shipping updates.

Final Assurance: You will receive a tracking number and final testing confirmation once your hand-tuned masterpiece is signed and ready to leave the bench.

LEGAL DISCLOSURE (PRE-ORDER DEPOSIT)

The 50% pre-order deposit is a non-refundable production retainer paid in consideration of Benado Effects forgoing the booking of other clients and committing sunk preparatory labor and material costs to your specific build slot. In the event of customer cancellation, this deposit is retained as liquidated damages to cover labor and specialized parts procurement and is not a refundable down payment for retail goods.