Space Delay (Mono, Stereo)
The Roland RE-201 Space Echo is a legendary tape delay and reverb unit introduced in the 1970s. Renowned for its warm, organic echo and lush spring reverb, the RE-201 uses magnetic tape to create natural-sounding repeats with characteristic modulation and subtle tape saturation. Its multiple playback heads allow for a variety of rhythmic delay patterns, while the intuitive controls make it versatile for both studio and live use. The RE-201 is highly sought after for its distinctive vintage sound and has been used extensively across genres, from dub and reggae to rock and electronic music.
Fender Model Guide
Mono: Produces warm tape-style repeats, subtle saturation and evolving modulation. Multiple playback-head configurations create rhythmic echoes ranging from straightforward ambience to complex layered textures.
- TIME Adjusts time before first repeat is heard.
- TAP DIVISION Synch delay time to the beat by selecting a subdivision of the current tempo.
- FEEDBACK Adjusts number of delay repeats. Caution: effect will self-oscillate at higher settings.
- MIX Adjusts level of delay effect.
- RECORD LEVEL Adjusts level of the signal recorded on the tape, resulting in tape saturation at higher settings.
- DELAY MODE Selects which combination of playback heads is active for distinctive delay time variations.
- BASS LEVEL Adjusts amount of low frequencies in delay repeats.
- TREBLE LEVEL Adjusts amount of high frequencies in delay repeats.
- TAPE NOISE Adjusts amount of self-noise simulating a worn-out tape cartridge.
- WOW AND FLUTTER Adjusts modulation speed intensity caused by inconsistent tape speed, uneven rollers and the tape splice junctions.
- SPILLOVER SWITCH Select to continue hearing delay repeats after effect has been bypassed.
Stereo: Expands the multi-head tape-delay experience across the stereo field, creating spacious echoes, animated movement and immersive ambient textures. **CONTROLS** • TIME: Adjusts time before first repeat is heard. • TAP DIVISION: Synch delay time to the beat by selecting a subdivision of the current tempo. • MIX: Adjusts level of delay effect. • HEAD 1 PAN: Adjusts left-to-right position of first playback head in the stereo field. • HEAD 2 PAN: Adjusts left-to-right position of second playback head in the stereo field. • HEAD 3 PAN: Adjusts left-to-right position of third playback head in the stereo field. • FEEDBACK: Adjusts number of delay repeats. • RECORD LEVEL: Adjusts level of the signal recorded on the tape, resulting in tape saturation at higher settings. • DELAY MODE: Selects which combination of playback heads are active for unique delay time variations. • BASS LEVEL: Adjusts amount of low frequencies in the delay repeats. • TREBLE LEVEL: Adjusts amount of high frequencies in the delay repeats. • TAPE NOISE: Adjusts the amount of self-noise simulating a worn-out tape cartridge. • WOW AND FLUTTER: Adjusts modulation speed intensity caused by inconsistent tape speed, uneven rollers and the tape splice junctions. • SPILLOVER SWITCH: Select to continue hearing delay repeats after effect has been bypassed.
From the Fender Tone Master Pro Model Guide
- Based on
- Roland RE-201
- Effect type
- Delay
- Real gear released
- 1974
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