MORE ARTICLE WITH Roland S-10

18. September 2026

Alex Ball Unleashes the Roland S-770: The Sampler That Refuses to Die

Alex Ball takes the mighty Roland S-770 for a spin, diving deep into its guts and showing why this 1990 flagship sampler is still a weapon for sonic mischief. Expect plenty of classic Ball wit, hands-on experiments, and a reminder that vintage gear isn’t just for museum pieces—especially when it can resample, time-stretch, and even hide a game or two. If you like your nostalgia with a side of actual usefulness, buckle up.

Pearl SC40, Roland S-10, Roland S-220, Roland S-330, Roland S-50, Roland S-550, Roland S-750, Roland S-760, Roland S-770, Roland VP550, Roland W-30, Yudio Super Gemini

11. September 2026

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Espen Kraft

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

23. January 2026

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Espen Kraft

Espen Kraft’s 80s Funk Resurrection: Sophisticated Pop Gets a 2026 Makeover

Espen Kraft is back in the bunker, dusting off a 90s classic and giving it a fresh coat of 80s funk-pop paint—with all the lush chords and sampled brass you could want. This isn’t just a nostalgia trip; it’s a masterclass in how to drag a song from the past into the future without losing its groove. Expect tales of band days, gear confessions, and the kind of chord wizardry that would make Quincy Jones nod in approval. If you want to know how to make your pop slap with soul and sophistication, Espen’s got the blueprint. But trust me,

Arturia MiniMoog V, Korg TR-Rack, PG-8X, Roland D-50, Roland S-10, UVI Emulator II+ library