YOUTUBER: Espen Kraft

29. July 2026

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

17. June 2026

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Espen Kraft vs The DAW: How the Yamaha QX3 Becomes a Sonic Street Weapon

Feeling like your DAW is just a glorified template factory? Espen Kraft takes the Yamaha QX3—an absolute 80s tank of a sequencer—and uses it to smash right through creative blockades. Forget endless plugin tweaks and let’s get back to banging out tunes the old-school way: melody first, polish later. This isn’t just gear nostalgia—it’s about breaking out of the rut and getting some actual music down. Espen’s style? Fast, practical, a bit nostalgic and loaded with those glorious ‘happy accidents’ you’ll never find in a menu. If your workflow needs a kick in the teeth, this one’s for you.

Kawai K3, KORG DSS-1, Roland D-550, Yamaha QX3, Yamaha TX802

6. May 2026

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Espen Kraft’s 80s Action Music: Synth Basslines That Hit Harder Than a Kangaroo Kick

Strap in, mates! Espen Kraft is back, and this time he’s breaking down the secret sauce behind those pulse-pounding 80s action soundtracks. Think Commando, think VHS sweat, think synths and drum machines going off like a backyard BBQ gone rogue. In this wild ride, Espen doesn’t just show you how to nail those muscular basslines and punchy drums—he takes you through every twist, turn, and synth stab with the precision of an outback tracker. If you’ve ever wanted your music to sound like Arnie’s about to burst through your shed wall, this is the breakdown you need. Grab a cold

Arturia ARP2600 V, Kawai K1, Kontakt, Nexus 5, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland MKS-80, Triass plugin by Wave Alchemy, Yamaha DX7

17. February 2026

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Espen Kraft’s Sonic City: Breathing Cyberpunk Shadows

Step into the neon-lit labyrinth of Espen Kraft’s studio, where sound becomes architecture and every note is a shard of dystopian light. In this immersive glimpse behind the scenes, Espen invites us to witness the alchemy of crafting a cyberpunk industrial synth track—where analog legends and human breath entwine. Here, rhythm pulses like a city’s restless heart, and textures drift between the mechanical and the spectral. For those who crave music that feels like rain on chrome and echoes in abandoned corridors, this is a journey worth taking.

Roland Jupiter-8, Roland TR-808

28. January 2026

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Espen Kraft’s Minimalist Gig Prep: From Rehearsal to Rave Bunker

Espen Kraft, the synth sorcerer of 80s nostalgia, steps out of the studio shadows and into the live arena. This time, he’s prepping for a Joe Satriani-fuelled blues-rock gig, and he’s letting us peek behind the curtain as he dials in his rig and mindset. Forget hauling a B3 up the fire escape—Espen’s all about keeping it light, clever, and gig-proof. If you want to know how a seasoned keyboardist survives the chaos of a new band, this is your backstage pass. Spoiler: there’s no room for ego, but plenty for a battered Alpha Juno 2.

Emagic MT4 MIDI Interface, Korg TR-Rack, MacBook Air M1, Mainstage, Roland Alpha Juno 2, X-Session MIDI CC Controller, Zoom H6

23. January 2026

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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

16. January 2026

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Espen Kraft Unleashes the Yamaha TG77: FM Synthesis Goes Full Rave Bunker

Espen Kraft dives deep into the Yamaha TG77, a synth module that’s less ‘retro relic’ and more ‘sonic street weapon’. This isn’t your average FM box – it’s a Frankenstein of advanced FM and wave memory, with enough layering and effects to make your DAW sweat. Kraft’s signature 80s-obsessed style meets no-nonsense breakdowns, showing just how far Yamaha pushed the envelope when they built this beast. If you think you know FM, think again – the TG77 is here to flex, and Espen’s got the patches to prove it.

Yamaha TG77

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