Boss RE-2

Overview

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.

• 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

Specifications

• Modes11 modes

• Nominal Input Level
INPUT A(MONO) and INPUT B: -20 dBu
• Maximum Input Level
INPUT A(MONO) and INPUT B: +7 dBu
• Input Impedance
INPUT A(MONO) and INPUT B: 1 M ohmNominal
• Output Level
OUTPUT A(MONO) and OUTPUT B: -20 dBu
• Maximum Output Level
OUTPUT A(MONO) and OUTPUT B: +7 dBu
• Output Impedance
OUTPUT A(MONO) and OUTPUT B: 1 k ohmRecommended
• Load Impedance
OUTPUT A(MONO) and 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*
Alkaline: Approx. 4.5 hours
*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

• Accessories
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

Size and Weight
Width: 73 mm (2-7/8 inches)
Depth: 129 mm (5-1/8 inches)
Height: 59 mm (2-3/8 inches)
Weight (including battery): 450 g