{"product_id":"pf-steel-dream","title":"PF-STEEL DREAM II - The Paul Franklin Signature","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Artisan Signature Pedal Steel Experience.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The best tone I've had in 50 years. The Benado pedalboards are a breeze.\" — Paul Franklin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Benado Standard: Built for the Pro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e2026 PRE-ORDER DEPOSIT POLICY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo 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 \u003cstrong\u003e50% Non-Refundable Deposit Pre-Order Model\u003c\/strong\u003e. This protects you from future price increases while ensuring your build's premium components are reserved and sourced at today's pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; font-weight:600; color:#333; margin-bottom:16px; letter-spacing:0.02em; border-left:3px solid #333; padding-left:12px;\"\u003e50% Pre-Order Deposit — Total build price: from $899.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:400; font-size:0.88rem;\"\u003eRemaining balance due only when your unit is 1–2 weeks from completion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Payment:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive an invoice for the remaining balance 1–2 weeks before your unit is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTHE ARTISAN PACE: WHY I WORK THIS WAY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e35 Years of Expertise takes time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeticulous Tone requires focus.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure each unit meets my studio-ready standard, I limit the number of active builds at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e To keep me at the bench and away from the administrative grind, I do not provide daily shipping updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Assurance:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive a tracking number and final testing confirmation once your hand-tuned masterpiece is signed and ready to leave the bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLEGAL DISCLOSURE (PRE-ORDER DEPOSIT)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/Paul-DD-Portrait_320850ee-9e27-4ea5-9399-fc2eb6d462e6.png?v=1769466870\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/SteelDreamIIEditedphoto1.jpg?v=1769466870\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/Point_Blur_Apr082025_211940.jpg?v=1769466870\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/products\/C5B42350-7D45-49B8-8B4F-D8B8399CA850_1837d96a-e959-45a6-9534-ff2c819f7d4c.jpg?v=1769464481\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/products\/SteelDreamText2_09fcd294-e372-4d16-89fb-c3cb61f1e1e9.jpg?v=1769464481\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benado Effects","offers":[{"title":"Steel Dream II Vintage White Knobs","offer_id":43805387063355,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Steel Dream II Vintage Cream Knobs","offer_id":43805387096123,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Steel Dream II Chrome Knobs","offer_id":43805387128891,"sku":null,"price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/7976\/1211\/files\/Photoroom-20240218_074724Resized.jpg?v=1784323777","url":"https:\/\/katyprom.com\/products\/pf-steel-dream","provider":"katyprom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}