Roland space echo re 201 manual muscle testing

The roland name, as well as the re 201 and space echo model names, are used solely to identify the classic effects emulated by universal audios product. This is more than a reskin though, i have added a few other features mostly borrowed from the ua version of the re201. The guts of this are mostly from michats excellent ensemble michats space echo me 201. We make the efx2 tape echo, roland space echo parts, echoplex parts, tape loops for re201 re101 re150 re301 re501 7 sre555, parts for echoplex ep1 ep2 ep3 and ep4. Here is a collection of all the space echo parts we currently have available. The roland re 201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. Re 201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel. Vintage roland space echo re201 research the gear page. Galaxy tape echo uad audio plugins universal audio.

It was the basic model of the second range and did not include a spring reverb like the re201. This analog tape echo is one of the all time great models. The galaxy tape echo product is not affiliated with, sponsored, nor endorsed by roland. Echo fix efx2 tape echo, roland space echo and echoplex. The ec series morphed into the re range, with the most famous model being the re 201 space echo, released in 1974. I used to use a hotoutput 12string rick through it back in the day. Oct 04, 2017 today, i present the roland re201 space echo audio demo w synthesizers and a tr8 drum machine. Roland and boss have recreated every sonic detail and nuance of the original.

Its not a synth, but a tapeecho machine for creating true analog echo effects. The first models in what would eventually become the space echo series were released before roland were even called roland. In 2010, rolands guitareffects subsidiary, boss, created a digitalmodeling version of the space echo called the re20. With the echonormal changeover switch set to echo, the mode selector set to 3, and the repeat rate and intensity left in their default positions, a standard echo is added to the instrument sound.

It is a really excellent tape delay partly because it has a nice muffley effect on your sound and partly because there is something quite special about the way the delay. Mar 01, 2017 jammin with the roland re 201 space echo with a little bit of overdrive. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland uk. While roland didnt invent the tape echo itself, they took a fragile and often. The roland re201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. Using magnetic tape system roland space echo re201 the space echo re be beard on numer create playback echo reverb only reverb effect.

The roland re 201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. Jonny greenwoods re 201 settings how difficult are these actually to keep in shape. The re201 is a vintage delay effect from the 70s using a tape loop and spring tank reverb. Roland space echo re101 delay effect the audio hunt. In case mic and instrument are to be connected directly to re201.

I finally got it cleaned, retaped and everything is actually running great. Jammin with the roland re 201 space echo with a little bit of overdrive. It was released at the same time as the re 201 and is essentially its little brother as its a bit more limited but still shares the same sort of quality. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re 201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re 20 twin pedal.

Find great deals on ebay for roland re201 space echo and roland space echo re150. Re 201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel variety, but made as one, continuous loop. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re 201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo. Anything else with the same functionality korg stage echo, multivox, etc. Roland re 301 chorus echo space echo top of the line space echo the ultimate space echo. Main features the re 20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re 201. Faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the re 201, including the echo s distinctive wow and flutterinduced wavering and the compressed sound obtained with magnetic saturation. One of the earliest examples is the roland re 201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. The roland re201, commonly known as the space echo, is an audio effects unit that produces delay and reverb effects. The ace tone ec10 and ec20 were released in 1972, a year before ace tone morphed into roland. Often considered a classic, its been imitated and reissued but for some reason most of the echos dont come close. Find great deals on ebay for roland re201 space echo and roland space echo re 150. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin pedal.

Roland space echo motor rebuild kit for re201, re101, re. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland. Its not a synth, but a tape echo machine for creating true analog echo effects. View online or download boss space echo re 20 owners manual. You wont find anything with space echo functionality variable speed plus multiple playback heads for any less than you can buy an re 101 or re 150 for. By jim bybee over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Experience the legendary tape echo sound of the re 201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel.

Well i busted out my roland space echo i bought back in 1985. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re201 runs a loop of. Evolution of the roland space echo roland australia. Still, the re201 was such a popular workhorse it remained in production until 1990, even while these newer, updated models were introduced. Echo fix efx2 tape echo, roland space echo and echoplex parts. The space echo is a portable sound processing device used to create echo and reverb effects on audio tracks. The roland re 101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. Hi, i also repair and have parts for the roland space echos. Today, it stands as being perhaps the most fondlyremembered chapter of the space echo legacy. A loving recreation of the ultimate echo effect the roland re201 space echo. We make the efx2 tape echo, roland space echo parts, echoplex parts, tape loops for re 201 re 101 re 150 re 301 re 501 7 sre555, parts for echoplex ep1 ep2 ep3 and ep4.

May 06, 2009 servicing the re 201 space echo i have an old roland re 201 space echo unit purchased some years ago from a specialist trader in vintage music gear. With over 15 years in the electronics service industry you can trust us with your space echo. Main features main features the re 20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re 201. The roland re201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. It replaced the earlier roland re100 model and included improvements to build and quality. I started specialising in repairing the roland space echo 3 years ago after i purchased an re 201 that was faulty. Re201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel. Roland re201 space echo entry reaktor user library. For no effect, the echonormal changeover switch is set to normal, and the sound passes through unchanged. The re201 is a simple system in which a small loop of tape records an incoming. Obviously real tape echo is infamous for being difficult to maintain. For those new to the space echo units, there is a real 14 tape coiled up inside this that runs to give you your effects. Jan 31, 2011 roland space echo re201 repair this space echo didnt have anything major wrong with it, just there were a lot of small problems that made it a bit poor for performing.

Here is a quick demo of the vintage re201 tape delay. Space echo roland re201 reliability discussion in effects, pedals, strings. The roland re201 space echo story roland australia blog. Over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. Just had a complete service by echofix the leading place for space echo maintenance and repair.

The space echo is the only effect used in this demo. I cant help with your questions about the re 201, but one thing is for sure there is no way i will ever let go of my roland re 201 space echo or sre555 chorus echo they are essential parts of my studio setup. Main features main features the re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re201. Re101 space echo roland re101 space echo audiofanzine. The team in pmt manchester compare an original 1974 re201 roland space echo with the new boss re20 pedal. Its been used on lots of psychedelic rock, trip hop, alternative, dub, progressive house music and more. Jammin with the roland re201 space echo with a little bit of overdrive. Roland re 201 space echo 1976 junk working noisey vintage. I had repaired them in the past, among other vintage analog gear, but this was when i really decided to focus on space echos.

Have your audio files or midi processed through real analog gear from all over the world. Roland re 101 space echo 1974 the roland re 101 came next, a lowerpriced alternative to the more successful re 201. The re101 was released alongside the roland re201 as part of the second re range. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. If you do not see a part here that you require feel free to send us an email and we may be able to help you.

He typically scours the malaysian rural countryside for his stock, as it is said most of the best vintage instruments can be found tucked away in an obscure kampung somewhere. According to, a repair shop specializing in roland space echoes, some common problems are. It remained in production until 1990, even during the production cycle of successive models. Inbuilt luscious chorus to further complement the legendary tape delay sounds. I finally got it cleaned, re taped and everything is actually running great.