BOSS RE2 Space Echo Delay Guitar Effects Pedal

Introduced in 1974 and produced for over 14 years, the Roland RE-201 Space Echo stands among the most legendary and sought-after effect units in music history.

Known for its distinctive rhythmic echo sounds, warm character, and highly playable sonic quirks, this tape-based classic continues to inspire musicians, producers, and audio mixers over four decades on.

With the RE-2, the authentic sound and behavior of the Space Echo is now available in the famous BOSS compact series for the first time. Backed by intensive R&D and our latest innovations, the RE-2 delivers the coveted magic of the RE-201 in a pedalboard-friendly footprint—realized in flawless detail by the company that designed the original.

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Features

• Authentic sound and behavior of the legendary Roland RE-201 Space Echo in a BOSS compact pedal
• Classic multi-head tape echo sound with expanded delay time
• Original three-head configuration and 11 different sound combinations
• Vintage RE-201 spring reverb sound with modern stereo operation
• Wow & Flutter control for introducing varying levels of natural tape modulation
• Twist effect with footswitch control
• Select between the unprocessed analog dry signal or the modeled sound of the original Space Echo preamp
• Tap tempo and carryover functions
• True stereo input and output
• Expandable control via external footswitches or an expression pedal
• BOSS five-year warranty

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Specifications

• Modes: 11 modes
• Nominal Input Level: INPUT A(MONO), INPUT B: -20 dBu
• Maximum Input Level: INPUT A(MONO), INPUT B: +7 dBu
• Input Impedance: INPUT A(MONO), INPUT B: 1 M ohm
• Nominal Output Level: OUTPUT A(MONO), OUTPUT B: -20 dBu
• Maximum Output Level: OUTPUT A(MONO), OUTPUT B: +7 dBu
• Output Impedance: OUTPUT A(MONO), OUTPUT B: 1 k ohm
• Recommended Load Impedance: OUTPUT A(MONO), OUTPUT B: 10 k ohms or greater
• Bypass: Buffered bypass
• Controls:
  
  • MODE knob
  • REPEAT RATE knob
  • WOW & FLUTTER knob
  • INTENSITY knob
  • TONE knob
  • ECHO knob
  • REVERB knob
  • CARRYOVER switch
  • Pedal switch
• Indicator: CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)
• Connectors:
  
  • INPUT A(MONO) jack, INTPUT B jack, OUTPUT A(MONO) jack, OUTPUT B jack: 1/4-inch phone type
  • CTL/EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
  • DC IN jack
• Power Supply:
  
  • Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
  • AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
• Current Draw: 75 mA
• Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.): Alkaline: Approx. 4.5 hours
• Dimensions:
  
  • 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
  • 2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches
• Weight (including battery): 450 g; 1 lb
• Accessories:
  
  • Owner's manual
  • Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
  • Dry battery (9 V, 6LR61)
• Options (sold separately):
  
  • AC adaptor: PSA series
  • Footswitch: FS-5U
  • Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
  • Expression pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

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