nocturne pedals Nocturne BS-301 Mystery Brain

The MYSTERY BRAIN ECHO 301™ is a modern reimagining of the legendary Roland RE-301 Echo Chamber combining a faithful reproduction of its iconic preamp section with a warm digital tape echo. Powered by the original NOS Toshiba chip used in vintage 1970s Roland Space Echo units, it delivers that unmistakable analog depth, saturation, and echo texture that defined countless classic recordings.

This pedal captures both the Atomic Brain preamp circuit and the lush tape-style repeats of the RE-301, providing players with rich harmonic enhancement and musical delay response in a compact, pedalboard-friendly format. Perfect for guitarists, rockabilly players, and studio tone chasers who crave vintage sound with modern reliability.

• Faithful recreation of the classic Roland RE-301 preamp & echo circuitry
• Incorporates NOS Toshiba chip from original 1970s Space Echo units
• Includes Atomic Brain preamp for rich, touch-sensitive dynamics
• Warm, tape-style repeats with adjustable delay time and feedback
• Blend control for dry/wet signal mix
• True bypass switching for clean signal integrity
• Compact and pedalboard-friendly design
• Hand-built with high-quality components for long-term reliability

• Type: Preamp + Digital Tape Echo Pedal
• Based On: Roland RE-301 Echo Chamber
• Chipset: NOS Toshiba Echo Processor (original vintage spec)
• Bypass: True Bypass
• Power Requirements: 9V DC (Center Negative, 100mA min)
• Input/Output: 1/4" Mono In/Out
• Construction: Handwired aluminum chassis
• Dimensions: Approx. 4.75” × 3.75” × 1.5”
• Weight: ~0.9 lbs

• Preamp Section: Atomic Brain-style boost with vintage coloration
• Echo Circuit: Digital tape echo emulation modeled on RE-301
• Controls: Echo Time, Repeat (Feedback), Mix, Preamp Gain, Master Volume
• Signal Path: All-analog preamp front end feeding digital delay processor
• Bypass Type: Mechanical true bypass with relay switching

• Inspired by: Roland RE-301 Echo Chamber (1970s Japan)
• Ideal For: Guitarists seeking authentic preamp warmth and tape echo ambience
• Build: Boutique-grade, hand-assembled in small batches
• Compatibility: Works with electric guitar, bass, and keyboards
• Condition:PRE-OWNED / Look Fresh

Each unit is uniquely tuned to match the sonic character of original vintage Roland Space Echo models delivering that elusive ‘Japanese preamp magic’ with modern reliability.