An extraordinary find. A virtually unused original US Space Echo, complete with the box and a full complement of accessories.
An extraordinary find. A virtually unused original US Space Echo, complete with the box plus a full complement of unused accessories. Video demo below.
We’re tape and disc echo specialists with many years’ experience working with and restoring these machines. Our BBC-trained engineer brings our tape delays up to (or better than) factory spec and our testing ensures machines that have superb reliability and – most important – that they sound incredible. Guaranteed to give reliable service and sound superb.
Sounding excellent and running very well following a full service by our tape echo specialist with various new parts as required, including a new tape. Covered by our guarantee of your satisfaction.
Heads in excellent condition showing no wear.
Accessories included:
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There are currently no operational issues with this machine, but please be aware that these units require looking after and that regular use and maintenance are key to keeping this in good working order.
Some crackle is always possible from pots/switches when not used for a while – this can be cleared with use.
Switchable voltage for use anywhere in the world - it will be set up ready for you to use before we ship.
Roland Space and Chorus Echoes are amazing machines – if you’re only going to have one tape echo, then this is the one (imho): the multi-head echo combinations together with a great spring reverb add up to a classic and incredibly versatile piece of studio gear, the sound of which you’ve heard on countless records.
Visit our in-depth Roland tape echo information pages now for everything you need to know about these machines.
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