Binson Echorec 2 (T7E) — For Vintage Restoration, Sold As-Is

For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this vintage 1960s – early '70s Binson Echorec 2. For enthusiasts already versed in the lore, the Echorec 2 needs no introduction: its multi-head drum echo system, luminous response, and subtly saturating tube preamp defined entire eras of tone—from Pink Floyd’s atmospheric pulses to the warm, organic repeats that countless boutique builders still attempt to emulate.

This Echorec 2 is being sold as-is although it is working and making sound (video enclosed) it is distorted and should be sent to a qualified technician. It is an appealing candidate for technicians, die-hard Binson restorers, and collectors who have trusted specialists at the ready.

It is missing the clear plastic dome that typically covers the drum, but the interior drum assembly and surrounding components appear present and correct with the possible exception of smaller components. Given the scarcity of these machines we’re offering this unit at $1500 OBO, a reasonable price for its value as a restoration platform, or a worthy starting point for someone aiming to revive a true piece of effects history.

Whether you’re a collector preserving a piece of analog history, a technician seeking a worthy project, or a sonic experimenter drawn to the mystical engineering of Binson, this Echorec 2 represents a rare opportunity to acquire one at a restoration-friendly price. These don’t appear often—and they certainly don’t stay around long.

As always, Garrett Park Guitars is happy to furnish additional photos, detailed angles, or specific component shots to serious prospective buyers upon request.

Specifications

• Model: Echorec 2 (T7E)

• Manufacturer: Binson

• Year (Approximate): 1960s–early 1970s

• Country of Origin: Italy, Milan

• Condition: Sold as-is

• Functionality: Requires servicing

• Modifications / Missing Parts: Missing clear plastic drum dome

• Cosmetic Notes: Age-appropriate wear; surfaces show typical patina

• Delay System: Magnetic drum echo with four playback heads

• Controls: Input gain, drum speed, repeat rate/swell, head selector matrix

• Dimensions: Approx. 15" x 8.5" x 6"

• Weight: 19lbs 13oz

• Serial Number: 2586