YOUTUBER: Espen Kraft

14. October 2026

Patch Bay Mayhem: Espen Kraft’s MIDI & Audio Jungle Explained

Espen Kraft throws us into the deep end of 80s MIDI madness, showing off his labyrinthine patch bay setup. This isn’t your average Golden Retriever-friendly studio tour. We’re talking programmable patch bays, master keyboard domination, ADAT digital wizardry, and a graveyard of classic samplers and gritty synths—all wired for instant action. If you want to see real workflow chaos tamed, Kraft’s approach is as old-school as it is unapologetically efficient.

Akai S1000, Alesis ADAT HD24, Anatech SMP 16 MIDI and Audio Patch Bay, Audient iD14, Behringer Analog Mixer, Bit.01, E-mu E-MAX 2, E-mu ESI 4000, Eventide Effects Unit, Korg DDM220, Lexicon Effects Unit, M-Audio MIDI Sport 4x4, Roland Alpha Juno 2, Roland D550, Roland JV880, Roland JX-8P, Roland MC50, Roland MKS20, Roland MSQ 700, Roland S10, Roland S550, Roland UM1, Sequential Tom, Studio 128X MIDI Patch Bay, Yamaha 01V, Yamaha A3000, Yamaha QX3, Yamaha TX802, Yamaha TX81Z

24. September 2026

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Espen Kraft vs. Ensoniq Fizmo: The Last Pink Warrior

Espen Kraft drags the Ensoniq Fizmo out from synth purgatory for a proper grilling. It’s the company’s final hurrah, packed with oddball trans-waves and a reputation for being either a rare gem or a stinking relic. Is it worth your hard-earned rave tokens or should you just leave it to the vintage synth fetishists? Let’s crack open the pink beast and find out why some call it the worst synth ever, but others still chase it like a unicorn with MIDI sync.

Ensoniq Fizmo, Ensoniq Fizmo Rack

11. September 2026

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Espen Kraft’s Roland S-10 Editor: From Floppy Graveyard to Browser Rave

If you’ve ever wanted to drag your Roland S-10 kicking and screaming into the 21st century, Espen Kraft’s got your back. Forget dusty Quick Disks and clunky emulators—this free browser-based editor slices through retro nonsense with MIDI SysEx and a wave of modern swagger. Espen’s no-nonsense, synth-hacker charm shines as he demos a workflow that’s actually fun, even if the S-10 itself is still a lovable basket case. Old-school sample heads, you’ll want to see this in action.

Roland S-10

30. August 2026

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Espen Kraft’s Alpha Juno-2 Editor: No Nonsense, All Groove

If you love wrangling classic 80s hardware but hate menu-diving, Espen Kraft has cooked up a free web-based editor for the Roland Alpha Juno-2. With just a browser and a MIDI interface, you get real-time sound-shaping, bank management, and even a cheeky arpeggiator hack. Kraft’s approach is pure utility with a dash of fun—no hand-holding, just tools to get your synth screaming. Plug in, tweak hard, and explore the editor’s tricks before the next firmware update ruins your day.

Roland Alpha Juno 2

26. August 2026

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Espen Kraft vs. Yamaha V50: The Workstation Yamaha Hoped You’d Bin

Ever wondered what happens when Yamaha fumbles the ball in the middle of a synth arms race? Espen Kraft digs up the V50, a digital workstation that was already a fossil when it hit the shelves. With a brutal mix of dry wit and 80s nostalgia, Espen gives us the lowdown on why the V50 flopped harder than a dodgy pub band—and why, with the right attitude, you might still wring something interesting from its cold, metallic heart.

Yamaha V50

3. August 2026

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Espen Kraft’s Kawai K3 Editor: Free, Fierce, and Built for Sonic Mayhem

Espen Kraft, 80s synth sorcerer and resident patch wizard, just dropped a Kawai K3/K3M editor that runs in your browser and costs less than a pint—because it’s free. If you’ve ever wrestled with the K3’s menu-diving quirks, this tool is your new rave bunker control panel. It’s got all the essentials: real-time tweaks, drag-and-drop additive magic, and even a virtual keyboard for those days when cables feel like medieval torture. There’s a catch—no hand-holding, no manual, just raw power. Dive in if you dare.

Kawai K3, Kawai K3M

29. July 2026

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Espen Kraft’s DSS-1 Editor: Free Browser Power for the 80s Beast

Who says retro sampling has to be a slow-motion pain? Espen Kraft drops a no-nonsense, totally free browser-based editor for the Korg DSS-1. If you’ve ever wanted to dodge tedious menus and get filthy-fast tweaks on your beloved glitchy sampler, this is your new street weapon. MIDI wrangling, multi-sound management and more—all in your browser. No installer. No fluff. Just pure ‘80s workflow, hacked for today. Ready to push your DSS-1 harder? Let’s see what Espen’s tool can really do.

KORG DSS-1

22. July 2026

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Sample Scout Rampage: Espen Kraft’s Lightning-Fast Workflow for Vintage and DAW Chaos

If you’ve ever waded through folders of crusty drum hits at 3am, Sample Scout might just be your new secret weapon. Espen Kraft isn’t here for pointless nostalgia—he’s here to make old samplers and modern DAWs bow to his will. In this no-messing video, he slices, preps and exports samples at breakneck speed, showing off a tool that could make even the Akai S1000 feel fresh. If you’re ready to drag your vintage kit into the 21st century (or just want to skip the sample-wrangling headache), read on.

Akai S1000, Sample Scout, Sample Wrench

10. July 2026

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Espen Kraft Unleashes the Kawai Q-80EX: 32-Track Mayhem from the 80s

Remember when sequencers were built like tanks and had more buttons than your nan’s remote? Espen Kraft dives headfirst into the criminally underrated Kawai Q-80EX, showing why this 32-track MIDI beast deserves a seat at the table with the Roland MC-500 and Yamaha QX3. Expect sharp comparisons, dirty workflow tricks, and a healthy dose of 80s nostalgia—plus a few features that’ll have even modern groovebox heads taking notes. If you think all 80s sequencers are slow and clunky, this one might just change your tune.

Kawai Q-80EX, Roland MC-500, Yamaha QX3

1. July 2026

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Espen Kraft’s Model 8: Tape Dreams in a DAW Nightmare

Ready to ditch your undo button and risk actual commitment? Espen Kraft dives headfirst into the Model 8 software—a tape machine simulation that’s all hiss, no nonsense. Forget copy-paste and infinite tracks; this is old-school workflow with digital convenience. If you’re craving the crusty charm of real tape but don’t want to remortgage the flat for reels, here’s your detour. Espen’s 80s synth chops and no-fluff style slice straight through the noise. Bring your own coffee—mistakes are permanent.

Model 8, Roland Alpha Juno 2, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland TR-808, Yamaha DM-3

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