Lugging around rolls of tape and a giant echo unit isnt exactly convenient, especially on tour. Roland re201 space echo discussion in effects bg started by burningskies, sep 16, 2010. Its not a synth, but a tape echo machine for creating true analog echo effects. Though there many different effects that the re201 can create, here are examples of no effect, echo, and reverb. Today, it stands as being perhaps the most fondlyremembered chapter of the space echo legacy. Roland space echo motor rebuild kit for re201, re101, re. A roland classic reborn, the boss re20 space echo returns in this twin pedal. In 1973, roland created the re201 space echo a tape delayspring reverb system that created warm, warped, unabashedly analog echo effects. The roland re201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. 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. Roland re 201 space echo 1976 vintage rare junk working noisey. Thats why boss made the re20 space echo, a digital twin pedal that replicates the reverb and echo of. I would like to say it is fantastic that people like you are doing repairs on these timeless pieces of synth history. Apr 17, 2012 1500 echo rolan re 201 echo roland re201.
I know these things are discussed quite a bit but i havent been able to figure this out exactly through searching. Utilizing multiple play heads to create warm, highly adjustable echo effects, the roland re201 space echo can simultaneously add wonderful tape character andor chaos to performances and recordings. Re 201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel variety, but made as one, continuous loop. 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. Im wondering how the re 150 and re 101 differ from the more well known re 201. If you like space echo and need specifically space echo, the uad re 201 fits like a glove. Roland re201 space echo 1976 vintage rare junk working noisey. 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. The space echo carves its place in music history with its sweeping echoes and infinite oscillations. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo. Utilizing multiple play heads to create warm, highly adjustable echo effects, the roland re 201 space echo can simultaneously add wonderful tape character andor chaos to performances and recordings. This is a short demonstration video for a roland space echo re201, which was sold on ebay. Plus, gs201 mark ii can also simulate space echos big brother, the chorus echo re501. As the original unit, outer space features an echo section with three playback heads and a.
If you like space echo and need specifically space echo, the uad re201 fits like a glove. 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. How to change the tape loop on a roland space echo re201 duration. Dec 22, 2011 how to change the tape loop on a roland space echo re201 duration. The re201 trailer video gives a good overview of the features and controls. Often considered a classic, its been imitated and reissued but for some reason most of the echos dont come close. Jan 15, 2008 arguably, no uad1 plugin was as hotly anticipated as universal audios software implementation of the venerable roland re 201 space echo. 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. In a sea of choices, it can be challenging, if not impossible, to determine which snowboard is the right one for you strap into. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin pedal.
Jammin with the roland re201 space echo with a little bit of overdrive. Id like the reverb and i meant the re 201 or the re 501 are the next two choices. 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. I understand those first two dont have the spring reverb or eq that i believe the 201 has. I disagree about the reverb on the original re 201. The space echo can be heard on numerous recordings, from 70s space. The roland re201 space echo story roland resource centre. Roland re201 space echo at a glance roland news625 streaming video 122 released. This analog tape echo is one of the all time great models.
The roland re 101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. The re20 gets the same feel, but nothing sounds like an re201. About the configuration of the tape echo reverb the tape echo section features an erase head, record head, and three playback heads arranged sequentially at equal intervals, such that a sound is played back three times at equal. The roland re 201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. Gsi gs201 mark ii tape echo simulator genuine soundware. In the re201 demo video, i have used automation on the re201 to create some great delaybased rhythm textures. The roland re201, commonly known as the space echo, is an audio effects unit that produces delay and reverb effects. The roland re 201 space echo convinces with its warm analog sound.
The re 20 gets the same feel, but nothing sounds like an re 201. Tap input pedal allows delay time to be set by foot. A selftaught watch repairman who progressed to radio servicing and eventually, electrical engineering. Experience the legendary tape echo sound of the re 201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re 201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo. The roland re201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. It remained in production until 1990, even during the production cycle of successive models. I have the re201 on an bus track and automated the sends on select track to. About the configuration of the tape echoreverb the tape echo section features an erase head, record head, and three playback heads arranged sequentially at equal intervals, such that a sound is played back three times at equal. Re201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel variety, but made as one, continuous loop. The space echo was the creation of ikutaro kakehashi.
We have 1 boss space echo re20 manual available for free pdf download. Roland re201 space echo by universal audio delay echo. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland uk. One of the earliest examples is the roland re201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. Vu meter lamp for space echo units re101 re150 re201 re. Back in the midseventies, the re201 space echo unleashed a sound that came straight from outer space. Roland re 201 space echo tape delay sofademo youtube. Amazing simulation of the famous roland re201, with the spacious, analog tone of the original space echo. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will.
I find most tape echo simulations, including the strymon dtape algorithm to be a waste of time. It was produced by the roland corporation from 1974 to 1990. If you are looking for a nice, dirty, creamy delay, how about a true analog delay, for that lovely analog feedback. Tutorials 3 delays youll actually use delay tape201 youtube. This is its story over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. The roland re 201, commonly known as the space echo, is an audio effects unit that produces delay and reverb effects. Im wondering how the re150 and re101 differ from the more well known re201.
The arturia delay tape201 gives you everything you love about the sound of vintage hardware tape delays, but with the reliability and. 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. 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 re201 is a simple system in which a small loop of tape records an incoming. All the flair and nuance of the original roland re201 has been.
Faithful modeling of the re201s tape flutter and magnetic head sound saturation. Roland re201 space echo, re201 space echo information, re. Echoboy is digital strawberry yogurt, uad space echo is digital slicedup strawberries in. We buy, sell, repair, service and rent out new, second hand and vintage gear. Space echo boss produits product category page product. Free worldwide shipping available via regular post without tracking number allow 5. The roland re 201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. Replacement lamp bulb for roland space echo range including re101, re150, re201, re301, re100, re200. Introduced in 1973 is rolands most notable outboard fx unit, its sound is both utility and musical. Rolands bestselling unit was the re201 space echo, in production from 1973 through 1990.
Often considered a classic, its been imitated and reissued but for some reason most of. Outer space, outer space plugin, buy outer space, download. Moog model 15 with roland re201 space echo youtube. Outer space is a faithful emulation plugin of a famous vintage tape echo made in the early seventies. 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.
Its an analogue echo device employing multiple tape heads and a spring reverb tank to achieve its fat, warm sound, so its no surprise that it took over a year for ua to perfect its idiosyncratic and sometimes chaotic nature. About the roland space echo re201 the roland space echo re201 is a reverbequipped tape echo that debuted in 1974. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. Check out the two videos below to see the roland re201 space echo in action. 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. 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.
Very clean and chimey at low gain levels and then beyond half way up will overdrive most tube amps very easily. 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. Arguably, no uad1 plugin was as hotly anticipated as universal audios software implementation of the venerable roland re201 space echo. The roland re101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. 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 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. Robert marcello shows off the re20 space echo during summer namm 2007. Boss re20 space echo delay reverb pedal musicians friend.
Galaxy tape echo uad audio plugins universal audio. Jammin with the roland re 201 space echo with a little bit of overdrive. 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. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and. About the roland space echo re 201 the roland space echo re 201 is a reverbequipped tape echo that debuted in 1974. Using the 921 and 921b oscillators to form an analog threeoperator fm voice, the moog model 15 and roland re201 space echo form the basis of this patch, which harkens back to the sound of. Second high hat channel on the drm recorded clean and not sent through the space echo. Its warm and pleasant sound has been heard a million times in a million different ways in both score and. Today i present the roland re201 space echo audio demo w synthesizers.