CRAFTED FOR THE STUDIO. BUILT FOR THE STAGE.
A Message from Sage
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
Available by Commission Only*.
The Story The original PF Steel Dream was developed with...
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The Lazar — Analog Modulation Pedalboard — All New Redesign COMING SOON! (Photo represents the old model)
$1,899.00 USD
Modulate Your Soundwaves. "The Lazar was built in memory of...
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The Benado Boutique Commission Model: 2026 Strategy
Why we are moving from Pre-Orders to a Commission Waiting List.
"At Benado Effects, elite analog tone is built on one principle: meticulous focus. To maintain the 'care and love' I've spent 35 years refining, we are transitioning our entire platform to a Commission Waiting List model.
The Reality of 2026
Unprecedented world events, unpredictable supply chains, and new 40% tariff hikes on boutique components have made the traditional pre-order model unsustainable for a solo artisan. By retiring pre-orders, I am ensuring that no build is ever rushed and that Benado Effects remains a sanctuary for pure, hand-tuned tone.
How to Secure Your Tone:
1. The Standard Waiting List (Free)
Join the queue at no cost. You will be contacted for payment only when your unit reaches my bench and is approximately 1–2 weeks from completion.
2. The Priority Commission Slot ($50 Retainer)
For professionals and serious collectors who need to secure a specific production month, we offer a Non-Refundable Production Retainer. This secures your slot in my 2026 build calendar and allows me to lock in boutique parts at current prices before upcoming tariff increases hit.
The Artisan Pace
Every unit is hand-wired, personally voiced, and signed by me. Because I am a one-man shop, I prioritize time at the bench over administrative churn. We do not provide daily updates, but you will receive a tracking number the moment your masterpiece is ready to leave the studio.
Thank you for trusting my hands and ears with your sound.
— Sage Benado"