Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and. Hey all, ive been doing a lot of research lately on the boss re20 and dd20, but theres one thing i really havent yet determined. About the roland space echo re 201 the roland space echo re 201 is a reverbequipped tape echo that debuted in 1974. Im only really interested in analog or tape delays for my purposes. This channel provides information of the bosss best quality electronic musical instruments. Boss re 20 space echo delay pedal 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. If you remember the old re201 it was a big monster of a unit full of delicate electronics and tape. Bose 201 and 301 series v directreflecting speakers. With the re20 boss has been able to replicate the classic roland re201 space echo in digital form. By woolyh, july 18, 2011 in effects and processors. So its between the re20 and the dd20, and heres my thought process. The boss re20 is a digitally modeled recreation of the original roland space echo re201, which was an analog tapebased delay.
Thats why boss made the re20 space echo, a digital twin pedal that replicates the reverb and echo of the legendary roland re201. The worlds first chorus sounds, reborn with waza craft. 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. Im selling my maxon, an re20 is arriving at my doorstep tomorrow, ill continue to use the tte in the studio. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re 201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin pedal. Theyre more compact than our 301 bookshelf speakers, making them ideal for smaller rooms. It was the basic model of the second range and did not include a spring reverb like the re201. 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. Boss re20 space echo pedal includes free wireless earbuds stereo bluetooth inear and 1 year everything music extended warranty. Maxon ad80 vs boss re20 space echo vs fulltone tube tape echo. Apr 23, 2014 the boss re20 space echo posted on april 23, 2014 author peter hodgson when youre talking about a digital piece of gear that replicates a classic of the past, the true test is in how successfully it convinces those who are used to the oldschool analog version.
The dd200 digital delay brings together sounds and features inherited from the flagship dd500 into an even smaller footprint. I havent ever played the a real 201 echo but this has that sound from those old records. Simply connect them to your stereo receiver and enjoy the best your music has to offer. Boss re 20 pedal version of re 201 dub discussion board. Nov 28, 2007 the sound of the input saturation is also faithful and if you closed your eyes youd be hard pushed to tell the difference between the re 20 and the re 201. Provides an overview of key features, functions and operational tips. Roland software license agreement in no event shall roland corporation be liable to endusers for any damages whatsoever, including but. The boss re 20 space echo provides many visual cues towards the classic re 201, including the famous silvergreenblack colour scheme and space echo fonts. 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 boss re 20 space echo is a solid built unit as you would expect from boss. Faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the re201, including the echos distinctive wow and flutterinduced wavering and the compressed sound obtained with magnetic saturation. If youre using two guitar amps for a stereo sound, connect the. Hey all, ive been doing a lot of research lately on the boss re 20 and dd 20, but theres one thing i really havent yet determined.
The roland re 201 space echo is a tape echo effect unit featuring a builtin spring reverb tank. Manuals preset examples reproduced boss space echo re 20. Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the boss re 20 space echo. 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. Congratulations on your purchase of the boss me20 guitar multi effects. I was an re201 user for years and have been searching for something in a pedal format to recreate the space echos true sound and think strymon did amazingly well at not only getting the re201s sounds, but the ep3 and more. This is coming from a rockabilly guy, so delay is very important to me. View online or download boss space echo re 20 owners manual. It features 11 modes with control over reverb and echo sections. Its super close to a real re201 but should not be confused with the re301. Rotary ensemble rt20 recording equipment pdf manual download. Second delay for a more clean basic sounding delay. Faithful replica of the analog tapeecho classic that is still used today in numerous music productions because of its warm, rich and musical sound. Thats why the ve20 is a great processor to have for live use.
The dd 20 is much more versaltile i guess but for what i wanted the re 20 was the way for me. The new boss unit is based on rolands cosm composite object sound modeling, which they use in many effect processors and in their vseries. Housed in the popular boss twin pedal case, the re20 recreates every nuance and sonic detail of the original re201. If the features, operating characteristics or the appearance of your product differ from those described in this instruction manual, please contact your stihl dealer. Reimagined into boss s twin pedal format and displaying the same green and silver livery, the re 20 gives you a cosmic blend of reverb and delay algorithms with a ton of character and eccentricity. The boss ve20 vocal effects processor makes some really good harmonies that you can use with your lead vocals in real time. By using an ac adaptor, you can play without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. The re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed.
Main features main features the re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re201. Boss re20 roland space echo twin pedal w4 free cables. Convenient functions 20 specifying whether to carryover the reverb sound 20 assigning the functions of the a, b, and 20 21 assigning a function to an external pedal 22 synchronizing with a daw or external midi device 24 connection example 24 midi messages that can be transmitted and received 24 midi routing 25 restoring the factory default. Evolution of the roland space echo roland australia. In excellent working order, original box included this boss re20 is totally mint. Get a powerpacked performance from a trim bookshelf design with the 201 speaker system. Review of the boss re20 space echo by tweakheadz lab. Powerful tabletop looping and multieffects in an ultracompact package. Boss rotary ensemble rt20 owners manual pdf download. Boss rc20 manual pdf boss rc20 manual word file thanks to goddess for doing a quick scan and ocr. The controls will be familiar to anyone who has used one of the previous space echo units. The me20 features a builtin chromatic autotuner that allows you to tune your guitar quickly and easily.
Eq200 graphic equalizer delivers precision tonal control via dual 10band eqs with multiple routing options. Dd200 digital delay provides a vast array of delays with 12 versatile and tweakable delay modes. This newest addition to the me range is a straightforward, pluginandplay unit. Roland and boss have recreated every sonic detail and nuance of the original.
Rc 20 commentary from the loopers delight mailing list archive. It replaced the earlier roland re100 model and included improvements to build and quality. Modeled after the legendary roland re201 using cosm composite object sound modeling, the boss re20 space echo pedal achieves the same warm echo sound, but without the clunky form factor or rigorous maintenance of a real tape echo. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. I grew up lusting after roland space echos and the re 20 does a great job capturing that tone. The only thing id really miss about the re20 is the bass and treble controls for the delay, the stereo and the mode switch for getting multiple heads in every ordercombination possible. Boss rc 20 manual pdf boss rc 20 manual word file thanks to goddess for doing a quick scan and ocr. Use the following procedure to connect your guitar to the me20, and then listen to it. Call, top up, send money around the world boss revolution. This includes desirable quirks of tapebased audio such as wow and flutter which adds a subtle modulation to the echo and magnetic tapehead saturation creating a fat, slightly compressed sound.
The team in pmt manchester compare an original 1974 re201 roland space echo with the new boss re20 pedal. Twelve different modes offer an inspiring variety of delay colors from modern digital to classic analog, letting you dial up everything from basic echoes to rich ambient pads and everything inbetween. So at least the basic requirements for your application are met. Obviously this mainly pertains to tape delay sounds. I had one for a short period and was amazed at how well it compd the sound and feel but i am not a real fan of the bloated low end of an re201 and was hoping this would be left out of the re20. The boss worldwide social network keeps you connected to the latest products, exciting events, and much more. Delivering a warm, analogue tape sound perfect when used in conjunction with synths, drums and guitars.
The boss re20 space echo is a solid built unit as you would expect from boss. Note that we also have downloads for all roland tape echo service manuals. I mainly produce dub music both techno and more chilled sounds. Boss re20 space echo used chicago music exchange reverb.
This is a simulation of the classis roland re 201 space echo tape delay in a stomp box. The re20 is a twin pedal unit with 8 knobs on the front. The original space echo worked on the same principles as a reel to reel recorder with a record head, erase head and. The intrinsic quality of boss gear has been etched in stone since the very first compact pedals that we still know and use today wowed the world in 1977. The pedals control the on and off of the delay and the tap function. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland. 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 stihl philosophy is to continually improve all of our products.
View and download boss rotary ensemble rt20 owners manual online. Its based around a trio of basic effect types overdrive distortion, modulation and delay which are accessed via their own small footswitch sited at the. Now, thanks to the advanced composite object sound modelling cosm technology from roland and boss, the re201 has finally been accurately resurrected in digital form as the boss re20. Boss re20 twin pedal vs roland re201 space echo the boss re 20 twin pedal is the digital cousin of the classic analog tape based roland re201 space echo. The controls react in the same way as on the original, although the original still sounds dirtier and warmer to our ears. An update on our response to the covid19 health emergency. Boss, got around to remaking their classic for the noughties. Theres also a handful of updates from the original space echo. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. In the 70s, this unit shaped the sound of many successful bands such as pink floyd. One of the most beloved echo effects ever made, the roland re201 space echo, has been reborn as the boss re20 twin pedal. The re101 was released alongside the roland re201 as part of the second re range. Main features the re20 uses cosm technology to faithfully simulate the characteristics of the famed roland space echo re201. A recreation of boss re 201 space echo, the re 20 vintage tone in a modern package.
The tape delay setting on the dd 20 is not bad but when you have a unit that tries to do many things usually they all suffer a bit so id rather have one thing that does its purpose very well instead of several things just okay. About the configuration of the tape echoreverb the tape echo section features an. 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. Of course, being on tgp, i eventually sold my re 20 and got the tc flashback in order to cop that tone plus many others and i must say the tc space echo sound is pretty good but obviously cannot do the multihead, alwayson preamp, and crazy reverb thing the re 20 does very well.
Boss re20 is a recreation of the roland re201 space echo, one of the most beloved echo effects ever made. View online or download boss space echo re20 owners manual. To finish, this is a fantastic delay pedal, capable of. I love the re 20 201 for the planet telex on mode 4 videoyoutube. If there is a battery in the unit while an ac adaptor is being. Stay up to date with roland news, artists, promotions, events, and more. A favourite pedal of pretty much everybody who has ever tried one, boss s re 20 space echo is a loving tribute to the classic re 201 space echo head. To satisfy the demand for space echo tones but with modern convenience, roland offers the boss re20 space echo, a digital recreation of the venerable old green box. The boss re20 space echo features both delay and reverb and gives you the ability.
Digital delay or a boss re20 space echo to use in my production. The boss space echo comes with an owners manual where there are 4 suggested presets. Roland and boss have recreated every sonic detail and nuance of the. Then repeat steps 1 through 4 above to retest the speakers. Boss re20 space echo perfekte simulation des re201, tap tempo pedal, mode selector.
The new boss re20 stomp box uses rolands cosm technology to provide a very faithful model. The buffer in the maxon was better than the boss, but the boss effect was 85% of what the tte is, but the tte cant hold up to the road. Use the me20s l mono output jack if youre connecting it to a mono. The boss space echo, based on the roland space echo re201, has an expression pedal input.
Faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the re201, including the echos distinctive wow. As i see on page 11 of the user manual it has a direct off switch which is specifically aimed at using the unit in the sendreturn loop of a mixer. Lugging around rolls of tape and a giant echo unit isnt exactly convenient, especially on tour. To finish, this is a fantastic delay pedal, capable of reproducing a wide array of delay effects.
The re20 is a largersized boss pedal that replicates the sounds of the classic re201 space echo. You can also loop and record with the phrase looper options, you can also do that in real time as well or you can do it while recording in a studio but you. The roland re201 space echo story classic gear roland uk. Classleading sound quality with 32bit adda, 32bit floating point processing. Convenient functions 20 specifying whether to carryover the reverb sound 20 assigning the functions of the a, b, and 20 21. Discussion in the stomp box started by chesire, feb 15, 2015. Experience the legendary tapeecho sound of the re 201, and get lost in space with this retromodern marvel. Boss has long held off from simply jumping on the retro bandwagon, choosing. Stereo memory man well i never thought i would be interested in an ehx pedal but here i am, the feature list seems interesting but it also reads a bit like a cut down version of the boss dd20 and the 24v is a really pain in the ass but it is likely to sound warmer than the dd20 but i dont know if it would also be able to do clean like the dd. Timeline being used for the more lush ambient and sound fx stuff.
The boss re 20 twin pedal is the digital cousin of the classic analog tape based roland re 201 space echo. By jonny boy, june 22, 2008 in effects and processors. Accepts connection of an ac adaptor optionally available boss psaseries. Boss revolution calling app home of highquality international calls. Owners manual boss software license agreement in no event shall boss corporation be liable to endusers for any damages whatsoever, including but not limited to financial damages for any loss of profits or information arising from the use of, or inability to use this updater. Housed in the popular boss twin pedal case, the re 20 recreates every nuance and sonic detail of the original re 201.