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. 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 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 Watch: BOSS RE-2 Space Echo | Authentic Space Echo in a Compact Pedal