
501 Chorus Echo
Based on
Nembrini: 'Rediscover the iconic sound of the Roland RE-501 Chorus Echo' (marketplace text; desktop product at nembriniaudio.com (opens in new tab)).
- Type
- Studio hardware
- Era
- 1980s
- Desktop equivalent
- Nembrini Audio NA 501 Chorus Echo
About this block
Legendary Analog Warmth: Authentic Spring Reverb, Classic Tape Delay, and Lush BBD Chorus in a Cutting-Edge Plugin
Rediscover the iconic sound of the Roland RE-501 Chorus Echo*, now reborn as the NA 501 Chorus Echo plugin by Nembrini Audio.
This meticulously modeled plugin captures the essence of the legendary tape echo, BBD chorus, and spring reverb, enhanced with modern digital functionality for today's music producers.
Equipped with features tailored for modern production, the NA 501 includes DAW tempo synchronization, a wide parameter range for the BBD chorus and analog tape delay, separate left and right SOS timings, and a linear preamp option.
KEY FEATURES:
- Authentic Sound Reproduction: Delivers the classic warmth and character of the Roland RE-501 through precise digital modeling.
- Extended Creative Control: Offers advanced features like DAW tempo sync, expanded chorus and delay parameters, and independent SOS timings.
- Intuitive User Interface: Designed for ease of use, blending vintage aesthetics with modern digital efficiency.
- Versatility for Any Genre: Whether you're producing rock, electronic, ambient, or beyond, the NA 501 fits seamlessly into any musical project.
Legal Disclaimer
RE-501 Chorus Echo is a registered trademark of Roland Inc. NA 501 Chorus Echo was developed by Nembrini Audio SRL based on its modeling techniques. Roland has not endorsed nor sponsored the NA 501 Chorus Echo in any manner, nor licensed any intellectual property for use in this product.
Details
- Vendor
- Nembrini Audio
- Category
- Delays & Reverbs
- Type
- Delay
- Price
- €29
- Trial
- 35 s on, 5 s silent; mutes the whole preset, even when bypassed
- Tags
- chorus, delay, delays & reverbs, modulation, modulation & pitch, reverb
- Listed
- Marketplace launch (KosmOS 1.14.0, Apr 2026)
- Updated

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