We are excited to offer a Roland RE-301, one of the most coveted effects units from the golden era of music production. This analog gem combines warm tape echo, lush chorus, and a spring reverb – everything you need to create an iconic, rich sound palette that has been a staple in studios for decades.
 
Manufactured in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it became an essential tool for some of the most influential artists and producers. Think of Pink Floyd, Bob Marley, and even modern-day producers who cherish its analog warmth.
 
Here’s what makes the RE-301 so special:
 
Warm Tape Echo
The heart of the RE-301 is its tape delay section, which produces the authentic, warm, and slightly modulated echoes that only a true analog tape machine can deliver. Digital delay pedals can’t replicate the richness and depth of this unit's delays, which are ideal for guitarists, vocalists, keyboardists, and sound designers alike.
 
Iconic Built-in Chorus
The RE-301 isn’t just a tape echo – it also features a built-in analog chorus effect, perfect for creating those lush, swirling sounds synonymous with '80s music. This combination of tape echo and chorus is part of what gives the RE-301 its unique sonic character, making it highly versatile for a range of genres, from rock to reggae, to experimental ambient music.
 
Classic Spring Reverb
A spring reverb completes the trio of legendary effects, adding just the right amount of reverb to complement the echo and chorus. This reverb offers a classic sound that instantly adds depth and space to your music, creating a soundstage that feels expansive yet vintage.
 
Our RE-301 is in excellent cosmetic and operational condition, especially given its vintage status. It has undergone a comprehensive service: the tape heads and mechanism have been well-maintained, and the tape has been replaced to ensure optimal performance. Any necessary capacitors have been replaced with high-quality Nichicon capacitors. The unit has been thoroughly tested, and all delay, chorus, and reverb functions work flawlessly.
 
It operates on 220V and comes with an additional Maxell tape, as well as the original cleaning kit pouch.