Miniature board op16 echo board op17b filter board fl7 circuit diagram re20110i. Roland re 201 manual pdf functions and uses of controls. It is a savagely beautiful emulation of the tapedelays from the 70s, and. Well i busted out my roland space echo i bought back in 1985. Delivery via airmail and royal mail, may take 514 days.
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. Manufactured from 1973 to 1988, the re201 runs a loop of magnetic tape across several tape heads to create its distinctive analog echo. In case mic and instrument are to be connected directly to re201. Music pedal roland echo chamber re101 instructions. Vintage roland re201 space echo chamber 4 page manual. Vintage echorec, re 201 space echo, boonar and belle epoch deluxe.
Obviously real tape echo is infamous for being difficult to maintain. Click on the links below to download the manual for your roland space echo user manuals re100 re101 re200 re150 re201 re301 re501 sre 555. Boss re 20 roland space echo re 201 find great deals on the boss re 20 on click here. They stick and do not last, wrong kind of tape apparently. Powerful dsp lets you use delay and modulation simultaneously for all reverbs. While roland didnt invent the tape echo itself, they took a fragile and often. The roland re201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. Faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the re201, including the echos distinctive wow and flutterinduced wavering and the compressed sound obtained with magnetic saturation.
The roland space echo re201 tape echo debuted in 1974. Hi, i also repair and have parts for the roland space echos. The manual for the boss re20 space echo is pretty informative but i wouldnt worry about it if you dont have one as it is easy enough to use on its own. In 1973, then operating under the roland brand, kakehashi introduced the roland echo chamber re 100 and re 200, the latter with an added spring reverb. Find great deals on ebay for roland re201 space echo and roland space echo re150. This tape passes over several playback heads before it gets erased by the next package of audio. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin pedal. If you remember the old re 201 it was a big monster of a unit full of delicate electronics and tape. Re 201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel variety, but made as one, continuous loop. Click on the links below to download the service manual for your roland space 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 intervals. Nagra sn is part 3 an ode torant about arguably one of the most musical pieces of outboard gear you could own.
Space echo roland re201 reliability discussion in effects, pedals, strings. A real analog system providing both tape echo and spring reverb for a rich and organic sound. It was produced by the roland corporation from 1974 to 1990. Roland re201 space echo vintage analogue tape it is suitable for microphone,guitar,etc. One of the earliest examples is the roland re 201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. Here in our bake sale we have an original vintage roland re201 space echo chamber manual in nice condition, as shown in photos. Ships usually within three business days from london. One of the earliest examples is the roland re201 space echo, a combination tape echo and reverb introduced in 1974. Click on the links below to download the manual for your roland space echo user manuals re 100 re 101 re 200 re 150 re 201 re 301 re 501 sre555 service manuals re 100 coming soon re 101 re 150 re 201 re 301 re 501 sre555. With the re 20 boss has been able to replicate the classic roland re 201 space echo in digital form. Re101 space echo roland re101 space echo audiofanzine.
The roland re 301 chorus echo is an iconic tape delay and chorus effect. Boss re20 roland space echo re201 fender stratocaster vox ac30 fender twin reverb. I finally got it cleaned, re taped and everything is actually running great. 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 pedals control the on and off of the delay and the tap function. About the roland space echo re201 the roland space echo re201 is a reverbequipped tape echo that debuted in 1974. Its not a synth, but a tape echo machine for creating true analog echo effects.
Roland space echo re201 gearslutz pro audio community. The roland re 201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The roland re201 space echo story roland australia blog. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. The roland re 101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. 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 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 re201 space echo story classic gear roland. Roland re 201 space echo 1976 junk working noisey vintage. Jammin with the roland re 201 space echo with a little bit of overdrive.
I finally got it cleaned, retaped and everything is actually running great. Details about roland space echo tape re201, 101 service manual reprint, six foldouts. The roland re301 chorus echo is an iconic tape delay and chorus effect. Feb 24, 2017 this feature is not available right now.
His 59 gretsch 6120 and his pomade were the real deal. Roland space and chorus echoes are amazing machines if youre only going to have one tape echo, then this is the one imho. Here is a collection of all the space echo parts we currently have available. Main features main features the re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re201. Roland re201 space echo serviced vintage tape delay for. Boss re 20 space echo tapeemulation delay pedal at a glance. The roland re201 space echo is truly a vintage 1973 piece of music technology with lots of appeal even today. 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. According to, a repair shop specializing in roland space echoes, some common problems are. The guts of this are mostly from michats excellent ensemble michats space echo me201.
It was part of roland s popular space echo series at that time and is often considered as desirable as the re501 unit. Boss re20 roland space echo re201 find great deals on the boss re20 on click here. An incredible lineup of modern and vintage effects is built into the mv8800, including models of classic roland srv reverbs, sdd320 chorus, sbf325 flanger, boss bf2 and hf2 pedals, and the legendary re201 space echo. Introduced in 1974, the roland space echo re201 was an instant hit among engineers, guitar players, and dub pioneers. Roland space echo owners manual 24 pages music pedal roland re301 service notes 21 pages music pedal roland re301 service notes 26. A selftaught watch repairman who progressed to radio servicing and eventually, electrical engineering. I used to use a hotoutput 12string rick through it back in the day.
Roland space echo tape re201, 101 service manual reprint. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Echo fix efx2 tape echo, roland space echo and echoplex parts. Boss and roland gave the re 20 space echo every detail and nuance of the re 201 and the result is pure magic. It was part of roland s popular space echo series at that time and is often considered as desirable as the re 501 unit.
When brian setzer kickstarted the stray cats into action in 1979, his gear lineup was a hodgepodge of orthodox rockabilly ware along with the bizarre. The roland re 201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. With the re20 boss has been able to replicate the classic roland re201 space echo in digital form. Roland space echo felt kit re201, re150, re101, re301. With technology now you are able to get a pedal that can simulate all the nuances of a real tape delay in a digital unit. View and download roland re 201 service notes online. By jim bybee over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. Released in 1973, the roland re201 space echo is one of the most revered effects ever. Main features the re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re201. Kakehashis breakthrough development came in 1974 with the re 101 and re 201 space echo units, which used the standard 14 tape of the openreel variety, but made as one, continuous loop. Experience the legendary tape echo sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. Click on the links below to download the manual for your roland space echo user manuals re100 re101 re200 re150 re201 re301 re501 sre555. If you remember the old re201 it was a big monster of a unit full of delicate electronics and tape. 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.
Note that we also have roland tape echo operators manuals. Roland space echo re201 gearslutz is partsupported by our visitors. Complete reprint of the second edition final edition of the roland 201 101 tape echo service manual, showing all the models and production changes by serial number. The space echo is a portable sound processing device used to create echo and reverb effects on audio tracks. 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. The roland re201, commonly known as the space echo, is an audio effects unit that produces delay and reverb effects. Main features the re 20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re 201. A loving recreation of the ultimate echo effect the roland re201 space echo. Set of brand new replacement felts for the roland space echo series. Over the years, roland has created a significant number of products that have gone on to become legendary. Kit includes replacement felt for the tape tension spring and tape path. The guts of this are mostly from michats excellent ensemble michats space echo me 201. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland uk.
The space echo was the creation of ikutaro kakehashi. The roland re 201 when it was released in 1974, was an engineering masterpiece. 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. I have an old roland re201 space echo unit purchased some years ago from a specialist trader in vintage music gear. Find great deals on ebay for roland re201 space echo and roland space echo re 150. The re20 is a twin pedal unit with 8 knobs on the front. Roland re201 space echo serviced vintage tape delay for sale. You can buy copies of the re201 service manual here.
View and download roland re201 service notes online. Timeless tone a spoton re creation of the legendary re 201 space echo. Jonny greenwoods re 201 settings how difficult are these actually to keep in shape. Roland re201 space echo repair gearslutz is partsupported by our visitors. 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. 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. Sound quality while the sound quality of the boss re20 space echo doesnt match that of the original classic roland space echo, it still has an overall awesome sound to it. The roland re201 when it was released in 1974, was an engineering masterpiece. It featured a sophisticated tape echo effect and a builtin spring reverb, with different sound variations selectable via 12 different operating modes.
Printed in japan in september, 1981, it contains 4 pages of instructions and diagrams. Roland re201 space echo entry reaktor user library. Hours are spent on each manual to optimize reproduction quality and clean up the appearance. I started specialising in repairing the roland space echo 3 years ago after i purchased an re201 that was faulty. The roland re101 space echo is a real tape delay unit. This is a short demonstration video for a roland space echo re201, which was sold on ebay. Even today, with the machine no longer in production, it remains a world famous device that is still. Boss re20 space echo delay pedal one of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin pedal. This is more than a reskin though, i have added a few other features mostly borrowed from the ua version of the re201. Rolands bestselling unit was the re201 space echo, in production from 1973 through 1990. Roland and boss have recreated every sonic detail and nuance of the original.