I have the re 201 on an bus track and automated the sends on select track to. Rolands bestselling unit was the re201 space echo, in production from 1973 through 1990. The roland re201 space echo story roland australia blog. Faithful modeling of the re 201 s tape flutter and magnetic head sound saturation. The re201 space echo featured a unique and ingenious capstandriven tape design where the tape runs freely in the tape chamber. Often considered a classic, its been imitated and reissued but for some reason most of the echos dont come close. Introduced in 1973 is rolands most notable outboard fx unit, its sound is both utility and musical. Dec 22, 2011 how to change the tape loop on a roland space echo re201 duration. Need to fix your hc201 02001001 02999999 hedge clipper. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and. 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 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.
Robert marcello shows off the re20 space echo during summer namm 2007. Apr 17, 2012 1500 echo rolan re 201 echo roland re201. The roland re 150 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. Nov 28, 2007 many producers will testify to this day that theres a certain mojo in the sound of the original space echo units that has not yet been matched. It was produced by the roland corporation from 1974 to 1990. A tape echo device records incoming audio to a loop of magnetic tape, then replays the continuous loop over the playback head before it is erased again by new incoming.
Re201 with tape jam issues and no control over motor speed. Boss re20 space echo twin pedal guitar pedals effects. We have 1 boss space echo re20 manual available for free pdf download. I have an old roland re201 space echo unit purchased some years ago from a specialist trader in vintage music gear. Main features the re 20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re 201. 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. I had decided not to do any more as i needed to purchase a number of service items to service them properly, and i was finding a. Dec 24, 2014 jesses space echo is as he states mostly a re skin of michats space echo. Oct 06, 2014 if you are after a plugin i think that the gsi emulation is the best ive heard after the uad and only costs 20euros. A selftaught watch repairman who progressed to radio servicing and eventually, electrical engineering.
Typical restore recovered pinch roller if needed, cap job, tear down entire transport, rebuild motor. Discussion of each clinical problem also includes transesophageal echocardiography. The roland re 201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. Galaxy tape echo uad audio plugins universal audio. Its not a synth, but a tape echo machine for creating true analog echo effects. Amazing simulation of the famous roland re 201, with the spacious, analog tone of the original space echo. 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. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of damaged or missing parts. Unfortunately imo, the original version has lost out in the popularity stakes due to its lack of intellectual property theft. I use this boss re 20 space echo in a home studio with a selection of synthesisers and drum machines so not generally running a guitar through it. The space echo carves its place in music history with its sweeping echoes and infinite oscillations. To finish, this is a fantastic delay pedal, capable of reproducing a wide array of delay effects. In 1973, roland created the re201 space echo a tape delayspring reverb system that created warm, warped, unabashedly analog echo effects.
The re201 is a simple system in which a small loop of tape records an incoming signal and immediately plays the recorded sound back over a couple. The roland re201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. The re201 made its debut in 1973 and was quite unique at the time. The re150 is a simple system in which a small loop of tape records an incoming signal and immediately plays the recorded sound back over a couple. 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 people are generally surprised that rare music gear can be found in this part of the world. Back in the midseventies, the re201 space echo unleashed a sound that came straight from outer space. Owners manual roland space echo re20 owners manual 24 pages. 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. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo.
Other echos that you could check out that might be useful for your purposes are. It was released at the same time as the re201 and is essentially its little brother as its a bit more limited but still shares the same sort of quality. Roland re 201 space echo 1976 vintage rare junk working noisey. From subtle tape textures to mindbending chaos, this iconic contraption can be heard on classic pink floyd and david bowie, to seminal dub sides from king tubby, scientist, and lee scratch perry. Its not a synth, but a tapeecho machine for creating true analog echo effects. Unlike the famous echoplex, which utilized one tape head on a slider, the re201 has three tape heads and a spring reverb for more information on the history of tape echo, please read the analog. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re 201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo.
I use this boss re20 space echo in a home studio with a selection of synthesisers and drum machines so not generally running a guitar through it. The pedal features 11 modes, controls for both the reverb and echo sections, and a pressandhold function that generates fluttery warble. What i do like about the emulations though is the fact you can use as many as you like on multiple tracks and it allows you to revisit a mix and make changes etc. However the saturation into the bypass signal is kinda ridiculous. Roland and boss have recreated every sonic detail and nuance of the original. The roland re201, commonly known as the space echo, is an audio effects unit that produces delay and reverb effects.
Amazing simulation of the famous roland re201, with the spacious, analog tone of the original space echo. Often considered a classic, its been imitated and reissued but for some reason most of. Find great deals on ebay for roland re201 space echo and roland space echo re150. How to change the tape loop on a roland space echo re201 duration. This analog tape echo is one of the all time great models. Straight out of the box it feels sturdy and has a reassuring weight thankfully a lot lighter than the originals. Owners manual roland space echo re 20 owners manual 24 pages. Ep1,2,3 and 4 re, 150, 201, 301, 501, re555 no sireko basic service echoplex. I have the universal audio re201 space echo plugin myself which sounds amazing and it definitely has its uses, but you cannot go past the real deal. This design eliminated a number of moving parts, improving reliability, as well as placing significantly less wear and tear on the tape itself a. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland uk. Featuresamazing simulation of the famous roland re201, with the spacious, analog. We have 1 boss space echo re 20 manual available for free pdf download. Jesses space echo is as he states mostly a reskin of michats space echo.
The roland re 101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. One of the earliest examples is the roland re201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. Faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the re201, including the echos distinctive wow and flutterinduced wavering and the compressed sound obtained with magnetic saturation. 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. The roland re 201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. The roland re201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. Jun 20, 2012 re201 with tape jam issues and no control over motor speed i have had many requests to service space echos in the past and have repaired a few. The re 201 trailer video gives a good overview of the features and controls. 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. Hi, i also repair and have parts for the roland space echos. Second high hat channel on the drm recorded clean and not sent through the space echo. To finish, this is a fantastic delay pedal, capable of.
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. I had decided not to do any more as i needed to purchase a number of service items to service them properly, and i was finding a dire lack of parts such as heads, bearings, and motors. This or the re201 will be my next vintage echo unit. The re 201 is a simple system in which a small loop of tape records an incoming signal and immediately plays the recorded sound back over a couple. Scan an isbn with your phone use the amazon app to scan isbns and compare prices. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. Main features main features the re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re201. I have the universal audio re 201 space echo plugin myself which sounds amazing and it definitely has its uses, but you cannot go past the real deal. The echo manual is written by recognized authorities at the mayo clinic and provides a concise, userfriendly summary of techniques, diagnostic criteria, and quantitative methods for both echocardiography and doppler echocardiography. This barcode number lets you verify that youre getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. What i do like about the emulations though is the fact you can use as many as you like on multiple tracks and it allows you to revisit a. I have had many requests to service space echos in the past and have repaired a few. In the re 201 demo video, i have used automation on the re 201 to create some great delaybased rhythm textures.
The boss re 20 space echo is a solid built unit as you would expect from boss. Faithful modeling of the re201s tape flutter and magnetic head sound saturation. Use our part lists, interactive diagrams, accessories and expert repair advice to make your repairs easy. The roland re101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. The roland re150 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. Uad roland re201 space echo plugin power analog and. Robert marcello shows off the re 20 space echo during summer namm 2007. Demystifying the magic of tape echo poweron roland uk. The re 20 space echo is modeled after the roland re 201 space echo, a studiostandard tape echo renowned for its characterrich, asymmetrical delay.
The boss re20 space echo is a solid built unit as you would expect from boss. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland. Though there many different effects that the re201 can create, here are examples of no effect, echo, and reverb. Note that we also have roland tape echo operators manuals. 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. This is its story over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. While roland didnt invent the tape echo itself, they took a fragile and often unreliable technology and turned it into something robust and roadworthy and the re201 immediately became the touring and recording studio standard.