A tape echo device records incoming audio to a loop of magnetic tape, then replays the. 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. Hi, i also repair and have parts for the roland space echos. Echo fix efx2 tape echo, roland space echo and echoplex. In case mic and instrument are to be connected directly to re201. In 1973, roland created the re201 space echo a tape delayspring reverb system that created warm, warped, unabashedly analog echo effects. Check out the two videos below to see the roland re201 space echo in action. Roland re201 space echo by universal audio delay echo.
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 vf1 lets you turn it and its so close my 201 doesnt have to go out live. About the roland space echo re 201 the roland space echo re 201 tape echo debuted in 1974. Im suspecting theres something up with the echo board bad caps. The re201 space echo is an outboard effects unit produced by roland. Are people talking about the iconic roland re201 space echo tape echo.
The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland. The re20 space echo recreates the sound of the tapebased roland re201. Very clean and chimey at low gain levels and then beyond half way up will overdrive most tube amps very easily. Roland and boss have recreated every sonic detail and nuance of the original. The ace tone ec10 and ec20 were released in 1972, a year before ace tone morphed into roland. In the early 70s i bought a maestro echoplex ep3 after hearing this used by trumpeters miles davis and don ellis, then somewhere around the end of that decade, i bought a roland re201 space echo first introduced in 1974, which was a lot quieter than my echoplex and offered more interesting delay patterns but i did miss the soundon. 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. Mechanics work fine although tape heads need further cleaning and ill change the tape loop. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. Manuals preset examples reproduced boss space echo re 20. Powerful dsp lets you use delay and modulation simultaneously for all reverbs. The service manual describes tape head alignment etc. Click on the links below to download the manual for your roland space echo user manuals re100 re101 re200 re150 re201 re301 re501 sre555 service manuals re100 coming soon re101 re150 re201 re301 re501 sre555. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re 201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo.
Back in the midseventies, the re 201 space echo unleashed a sound that came straight from outer space. Today, it stands as being perhaps the most fondlyremembered chapter of the space echo legacy. The capstan contacts and smoothly moves the tape through the space echo. I have an old roland re201 space echo unit purchased some years ago from a specialist trader in vintage music gear.
Tap tempo pedal faithful replica of the analog tapeecho classic that is still used today in. Roland re101 space echo 1974 the roland re101 came next, a lowerpriced alternative to the more successful re201. The first models in what would eventually become the space echo series were released before roland were even called roland. I had repaired them in the past, among other vintage analog gear, but this was when i really decided to focus on space echos.
One of the earliest examples is the roland re 201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. This video, via gstormelectro, takes a look at some of the ways you can use the classic roland space echo re201 with electronic music gear video summary. Check out the roland re201 technical specifications page at sweetwater the worlds leading music technology and instrument retailer. Note that we also have downloads for all roland tape echo service manuals. It looks like a solid build though, and the little info i. In this video i recreate them so you can hear them. 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. About the roland space echo re 201 the roland space echo re 201 is a reverbequipped tape echo that debuted in 1974.
The re201 was launched in 1974, replacing rolands earlier models. Apparently, the gods of the space echo are smiling upon me. The re201 is a vintage delay effect from the 70s using a tape loop and spring tank reverb. Despite this, discussions about the roland space echo can be confusing at times. It was produced by the roland corporation from 1974 to 1990. 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. Sweetwater sales engineers help you buy music gear with confidence. I abuse the shit out of the feedback and the vf1 is good. This is its story over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. Even today, with the machine no longer in production, it remains a worldfamous device that is still widely acclaimed. Theres a pedal builder in london that does one genevieve fx pre201 space echo preamp. Roland re201 space echo discussion in effects bg started by burningskies, sep 16, 2010.
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. In the re201 demo video, i have used automation on the re201 to create some great delaybased rhythm textures. You can hear the space echo on a ton of recordsfrom 70s space rock, like pink floyd, and david bowie,to countless reggae and dub albums,to more recent bands like portus head, and radiohead. The re201 space echo is an outboard effects unit produced by roland between 1973 and 1988 and is based on a tape echo and a three element spring reverb. It was part of rolands popular space echo series at that time and is often considered as desirable as the re501 unit. 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. The space echo can be heard on numerous recordings, from 70s space rock like pink floyd and david bowie, countless reggae and dub albums, to more. Roland factory original service user owner instruction. Various digital delay units have incorporated tapeemulation functions, and more recently theres been the universal audio space echo plugin that was designed with rolands blessing to recreate the sound of the re201 with as high a degree of accuracy as possible. Original service manual 1978 space echo also re101. The sound of the re 201, especially the pleasing chorus effect created by the subtle wavering from the movement of the tape.
The roland re301 chorus echo is an iconic tape delay and chorus effect. I started specialising in repairing the roland space echo 3 years ago after i purchased an re201 that was faulty. One of the earliest examples is the roland re201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. Nagra sn is part 3 an ode torant about arguably one of the most musical pieces of outboard gear you could own. Roland re201 space echopreorder one of our tape heads are clean and beautiful along with the r. 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. Uad roland re201 space echo plugin power analog and. How to change the tape loop on a roland space echo re201. I ordered a green russian muff from them, turned up yesterday but i havent had the chance to try it yet so cant vouch for quality. Typical restore recovered pinch roller if needed, cap job, tear down entire transport, rebuild motor. The roland re201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. The roland re201 space echo has an average rating of. We have 1 boss space echo re20 manual available for free pdf download.
Its not a synth, but a tapeecho machine for creating true analog echo effects. See who uses roland space echo re201, including jack white, kurt cobain, alex. The re201 is a simple system in which a small loop of tape records an incoming. The ec series morphed into the re range, with the most famous model being the re201 space echo, released in 1974. Second high hat channel on the drm recorded clean and not sent through the space echo. Ep1,2,3 and 4 re, 150, 201, 301, 501, re555 no sireko basic service echoplex. In 1973, roland created the space echo systemthat used multiple analog tape headsto create warm echo effects. Accessories owners manual, leaflets using the unit safely. Galaxy tape echo uad audio plugins universal audio. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo. It remained in production until 1990, even during the production cycle of successive models. Owners manual roland space echo re20 owners manual 24 pages.
Shortly after world war ii, magnetic tape technology became the standard for audio recording. Recreation of the famous roland re201 space echo tape effect. Note that we also have roland tape echo operators manuals. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland uk. Space echo motors and tape heads are no longer being manufactured.
Evolution of the roland space echo roland australia. 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. The roland re 201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. I would like to say it is fantastic that people like you are doing repairs on these timeless pieces of synth history. The re201 trailer video gives a good overview of the features and controls. Echo fix specialises in the repair of roland space echos. This is definitely one of my favorites,and im excited to be able to. The roland re101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. 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. Today, i present the roland re201 space echo audio demo w synthesizers and a tr8 drum machine. We also have spare parts including replacement tape loops that you can purchase. The spring reverb unit adds a reverb effect to modes 5 through 11 and reverb only.
Reverb works fine and but echo will only passthrough the dry signal no echo added. The boss space echo comes with an owners manual where there are 4 suggested presets. Back in the midseventies, the re201 space echo unleashed a sound that came straight from outer space. 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. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin. We can clearly see a roland space echo next to alex turner gear at 2. About the roland space echo re201 the roland space echo re201 is a reverbequipped tape echo that debuted in 1974. 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.
Echo fix tape echo parts and service home facebook. Payment can be made safely and securely with credit card, bank transfer or paypal. The roland re201, commonly known as the space echo, is an audio effects unit that produces delay and reverb effects. After opening the box taking pictures along the way and examining the unit in detail. The roland re201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. Audio engineers realised they could also use their reeltoreel tape. I have the re201 on an bus track and automated the sends on select track to. The roland re201 space echo story roland resource centre.
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