Description
I’ve died and gone to analog heaven! Roland RE-301 Chorus Echo- recently serviced at ECH Repairs and includes 5 extra rolls of tape. $3249!
A vintage tape-based effects unit combining delay, chorus, and spring reverb, known for its warm, organic tone and iconic role in analog sound design.
Type: Tape Echo with Reverb and Chorus
Model: RE-301 Chorus Echo
Manufacturer: Roland
Country of Manufacture: Japan
Year of Introduction: 1977
Tape System: Continuous loop with three playback heads and erase head
Delay Modes: Multiple selectable delay patterns via rotary mode selector
Effects: Tape echo, spring reverb, analog chorus
Inputs:
¼” instrument input
¼” mic input
¼” footswitch input (for sound-on-sound and bypass)
Outputs:
¼” main line output
¼” wet-only output
¼” headphone output
Notable Features:
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Tape echo with adjustable repeat rate, intensity, and echo volume
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Built-in spring reverb with independent level control
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Analog chorus circuit derived from the Roland JC-120 amplifier
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Sound-on-sound looping function for creating layered textures
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Rugged metal housing and carry handle for stage and studio use
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Smooth, saturated echo tone prized by dub, rock, ambient, and experimental musicians
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One of Roland’s most revered tape units, often preferred for its expanded features over the RE-201