RE-201 Space Echo by Roland, the most authentic Roland RE-201 Space Echo tape delay plug-in, is now 75% off at the lowest price for $49.

  

RE-201 Space Echo by Roland, the most authentic Roland RE-201 Space Echo tape delay plug-in, is now 75% off at the lowest price for $49.

The only plug-in that faithfully recreates Roland's iconic tape delay

Introduced in 1974, the RE-201 Space Echo is one of the most famous and iconic effects processors in history. By using analog tape to generate unique multi-head delay effects, it has remained an essential tool for performers, producers, and mixing engineers for the past 50 years. Now, you can experience the essence of this incredibly versatile and innovative effect—meticulously crafted by the original manufacturer—right inside your DAW.

The echoes of 1974

The mid-1970s was an exciting era for musical performance and production. Artists were paying increasing attention to acoustics and experimenting with cutting-edge technology to create new sounds. While tape-based echo units were the first delay devices developed in the 1940s, it wasn't until decades later—driven by modern technological innovation—that they became widely adopted. That is when Roland’s RE-201 Space Echo arrived on the scene.

Pulsation. Distortion. Decay. Repetition.

The original RE-201 was a definitive tape echo unit of its time, remaining in production until the late 1980s. Its three evenly spaced heads produced a wider range of echo effects than standard single-head designs, while an innovative free-running tape system delivered superior performance with minimal tape wear. It also featured built-in spring reverb, offering a comprehensive solution for ambient sound creation. Intuitive controls allowed for quick access to single delays, various head combinations, and cool real-time effects like glitchy pitch shifting and intense self-oscillation. The genuine Roland original comes to your DAW!

The RE-201 is a complex hardware effect, featuring everything from its preamp design and unique multi-head tape mechanism to its built-in spring reverb. Developed using the latest modeling technology and based on exhaustive analysis of multiple vintage RE-201 units—including pristine originals from Roland’s own factory archives—the RE-201 Space Echo plug-in vividly recreates the authentic Space Echo experience that no other plug-in can match.

To accurately convey that unique analog feel, every element and interaction had to be faithfully reproduced. As the original manufacturer, we have leveraged decades of research to bring a perfect recreation to your studio. Our engineers have fully replicated every aspect that defines the RE-201’s legendary status—from the tape path, recording/playback mechanisms, and motor variations to the preamp tone and the effects of tape aging.

Enjoy the journey

The RE-201’s versatile delay and spring reverb instantly add rich, retro character to any sound source. You can use the delay and reverb independently or combine them for a more expansive sound. Extensive front-panel controls make it easy to tweak your sound and add expressiveness. No matter how you use it, the RE-201 takes your tracks into new territory.

Great sound for anything

You’ll be amazed by the versatility of the Space Echo sound. It breathes life and energy into any instrument—keyboards, guitars, drums, vocals, and more. From subtle textures to dreamy soundscapes and wild, weird effects, this beloved unit has graced thousands of tracks over the decades and remains a secret weapon for countless producers. It offers instant gratification, yet rewards deep exploration with endless new discoveries.

Wow. And flutter. Each RE-201 unit exhibits unique sonic characteristics depending on its manufacturing year, tape condition, and maintenance history. Our plugin features controls that let you adjust everything from overall condition and tape wow & flutter to motor torque, allowing you to craft any tone—from a pristine, brand-new Space Echo to a well-worn vintage unit full of character.

Instant Gratification

Beyond making it easy to dial in your own custom delay and reverb sounds, the RE-201 plugin comes with a wealth of expertly crafted presets designed to add depth to any source material. With options ranging from channel insert presets to "all-wet" versions for effect returns, you can apply that classic Space Echo sound to a single track or multiple instruments simultaneously.

A Journey into New Spaces and Times

This plugin not only faithfully reproduces the sound and behavior of the original unit but also adds modern enhancements for today's production workflows. In addition to wide stereo imaging, you can dramatically transform the sound using Rate and Depth controls alongside six LFO shapes for tape speed modulation—complete with tempo sync capabilities.

Vivid Saturation

We have faithfully recreated the key elements that define the RE-201's unique and captivating sound. The distinctive character of tape saturation and the warm, smooth tone of the built-in preamp alone make this plugin a worthwhile investment. Furthermore, the plugin accurately models the original hardware's three inputs and volume controls. By selecting an input and virtually overdriving the classic '70s transistor circuitry, you can infuse your echo sounds with a range of nuances—from warm overdrive to intense distortion.

Dial Up the Intensity

The RE-201's beloved, signature sound is born from the creative use (or even abuse) of its built-in controls. By cranking the intensity to the max and manipulating the delay rate and saturation levels in real-time, you can create strange, uncontrollable effects that morph from gentle tones into wild, chaotic sounds—proceed with caution.

A Music Icon

The RE-201 has been utilized across a diverse range of genres, including dub, trip-hop, alternative, punk, and rockabilly. Renowned artists—such as dub pioneers Lee "Scratch" Perry and King Tubby—have harnessed the unit's distinctive feedback and saturation characteristics. The Space Echo played a pivotal role in Portishead's recordings and has shaped sounds ranging from the dreamlike atmosphere of Vini Reilly’s The Durutti Column to the distorted feedback loops of Radiohead.

Features

The only authentic Roland RE-201 Space Echo plug-in

Iconic tape delay and echo sounds featuring multiple head combinations and spring reverb

A resizable, high-resolution interface that delivers the feel of using the original hardware

Exquisitely detailed, historically accurate graphics, offering both "mint condition" and "aged" visual styles

Explore over 50 expertly crafted presets

Perfect for any sound source, including keyboards, guitars, drums, and vocals

Extended parameters for modern production techniques and new sonic possibilities

Tempo sync functionality, plus six tape-speed LFO shapes with rate and depth controls

Adjustable physical condition, tape wow and flutter, and motor torque

Compatible with VST3, AU, and AAX plug-in formats

Offer ends 31st July.

RE-201 Space Echo