{"product_id":"pf-5-pro","title":"PF-5 PRO — Paul Franklin Signature Pro Pedalboard","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe PF-5 PRO Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eDeveloped with Paul Franklin, the PF-5 PRO is a signature analog multi-effects pedalboard designed for a range of instruments, not just pedal steel. Its selection of effects and flexible patchbay routing make it a versatile partner in the studio and on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/pf5-pro-main.jpg?v=1794088326\" alt=\"PF-5 PRO\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:680px;height:auto;max-height:300px;object-fit:cover;object-position:center;margin:24px auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe PF-5 PRO began with a request from Paul Franklin. During conversations in 2019 and early 2020, Paul asked Sage Benado to create a unit similar in concept to the Benado PRO, but with a specific selection of effects. He wanted to expand beyond his signature PF Steel Dream for the demands of more modern music, both in recording sessions and on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eFor the PF-5 PRO, Paul chose the Nutradrive, as featured on his Steel Dream, together with the new Chorus\/Flanger, Dual Parallel Delay, and Steel Verb. This selection brings a familiar part of his sound into a new combination of effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe rear panel of the PF-5 PRO is packed with practical features designed to make studio sessions and live performances easier. Its built-in patchbay gives Paul the freedom to arrange the effects in his preferred order and integrate external pedals wherever he wants them in the signal chain. A few simple patch-cable connections make it easy to tailor the routing to his setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eOne of the features Paul wanted was an idea Sage had explored years earlier: dual parallel delays with blend. That approach became a key part of the vision for a pedalboard built around Paul’s evolving musical needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eSage also designed a Chorus\/Flanger to capture the essence of the mellow chorus sounds heard in studios during the 1980s, delivering a warm, subtle character. The flanger brings its own distinctive flavor while meeting Sage’s criteria: mellow, musical, and never overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003ePaul loved the result and wanted it included in the PF-5 PRO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eTogether, these ideas shaped a signature pedalboard developed through direct collaboration between Paul Franklin and Sage Benado, with musical expression at the heart of its design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/pf5-pro-detail.jpg?v=1794088325\" alt=\"PF-5 PRO detail\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:680px;height:auto;max-height:300px;object-fit:cover;object-position:center;margin:24px auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe Benado Standard: Built for the Pro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\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;\"\u003eFLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering through this page is for full payment. To arrange the optional 50% production deposit instead, \u003ca href=\"mailto:sage@benadoeffects.com\"\u003econtact me at sage@benadoeffects.com\u003c\/a\u003e before placing your order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eTo accommodate clients who prefer not to pay the full build price upfront — and to navigate 2026's volatile supply chains and significant tariff increases affecting the boutique electronics market — I offer an optional \u003cstrong\u003e50% Non-Refundable Production Deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThis deposit secures your build slot and ensures your unit's premium components are sourced and reserved immediately. Full payment locks in today's pricing, protecting you from any future cost increases before your build is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;font-size:0.95rem;font-weight:600;color:#333;margin:20px auto;max-width:680px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n  50% Production Deposit — Total build price: from $1,999.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"font-weight:400; font-size:0.88rem;\"\u003eRemaining balance is due when assembly of your unit begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Payment:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive an invoice for the remaining balance at the start of your build. All deposit arrangements are handled via dedicated invoice — simply reach out via the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Form\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sage@benadoeffects.com\"\u003esage@benadoeffects.com\u003c\/a\u003e to get started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe Artisan Pace: Why I Work This Way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\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 style=\"text-align:center;\"\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 style=\"text-align:center;\"\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 style=\"text-align:center;\"\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 style=\"text-align:center;\"\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\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align:left;list-style-type:disc;list-style-position:outside;padding-left:24px;margin:0 auto 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality components, individually sorted and tested by Sage Benado.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16-gauge stainless steel with a powder-coated finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProprietary Buffer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A wide-bandwidth design carefully engineered to preserve your instrument’s natural tone, clarity, and character throughout the signal chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Philosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with an analog-first approach, with a focus on low-noise operation and studio-quality sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower \u0026amp; Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9V DC operation with a high-headroom circuit design, offering convenient worldwide use. Use a \u003cstrong\u003ecenter-pin-negative\u003c\/strong\u003e supply rated for at least 500mA; 1,000mA or more is recommended. The supply must meet the combined current requirements of all connected external pedals (if used).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eHear the PF-5 PRO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:32px;margin:32px auto;max-width:1100px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TqfwqTT0V94\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Watch the first video on YouTube\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/pf5-pro-video-preview.jpg?v=1794090541\" alt=\"First video preview\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003ePF-5 PRO in Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eHear the PF-5 PRO on stage. Watch the full performance on YouTube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TqfwqTT0V94\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2b2113;color:#fff;padding:12px 22px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e▶ Watch on YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:32px;margin:32px auto;max-width:1100px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eExplore the PF-5 PRO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eHear the PF-5 PRO in a live performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wXQKA3aApY4\" title=\"PF-5 PRO demonstration 2\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Benado Effects","offers":[{"title":"White Vintage Barrel Knobs","offer_id":53720895389877,"sku":null,"price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chrome Knobs","offer_id":53720895422645,"sku":null,"price":2064.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7444\/files\/pf5-pro-main.jpg?v=1794088326","url":"https:\/\/www.benadoeffects.com\/products\/pf-5-pro","provider":"Benado Effects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}