The Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 is a full-size 88-key MIDI keyboard. Whether you are a beginner pianist or producer, an experienced music creator, or somewhere in between, unlock your creative potential with this 88-key MIDI controller that seamlessly integrates into any workflow.
Features:
- 88-note semi-weighted keybed, velocity-sensitive
- 1 clickable encoder, 9 encoders
- 9 30mm faders
- 8 transport switches
- 4 command switches
- 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheel
- 8 touch-sensitive pads
- Multi-mode arpeggiator, chord mode, scale mode, hold function, transpose half-steps
- MIDI output, USB, sustain pedal input
- Full integration with Analog Lab V: sound selection, preset browsing, intelligent controls
- Custom DAW scenarios for FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Bitwig Studio
- MCU/HUI control compatibility
The KeyLab Essential 88 is an intuitive, powerful, thoughtfully designed controller with a full-size keyboard that allows you to unleash your creative potential. Whether you're a beginner pianist or producer, or an experienced musician, this 88-key MIDI controller easily fits into any workflow, catering to the needs of both professional performers and aspiring keyboardists.
Enjoy next-level control over DAW projects and plugins, as well as seamless integration with Analog Lab and a suite of professional software to enhance creativity. The KeyLab Essential 88 not only helps you play and navigate projects, but also inspires you to create memorable melodies, intricate rhythms, and dynamic chord sequences with a variety of creative features that impact your sound.
A new standard for studio professionals, performers, and beginner pianists, the KeyLab Essential 88 builds on the legacy of 7 octaves, offering an affordable and elegant full-size design; the perfect centerpiece for a professional setup and honing your playing skills. Enjoy plug-and-play connectivity and ready-to-go controls with your chosen DAW. The KeyLab Essential provides familiar MCU and HUI compatibility, as well as custom scenarios for major DAWs, meaning next-level integration.
The KeyLab Essential easily adapts to your creative needs; call up your favorite "liked" presets from Analog Lab, navigate through created playlists, activate custom mappings to perform your own assignments, and much more.
Together with Analog Lab
Transform Analog Lab into a hardware synthesizer and gain practical experience in sound manipulation with easy-to-customize KeyLab Essential controls. Adjust sound parameters, effects, and browse presets without even touching your computer.
Professional software
With the KeyLab Essential 88 mk3, you'll find everything from accurately recreated acoustic instruments and pianos to a plethora of classic and modern synthesizers. The focused controls of KeyLab Essential provide quick access to the most useful and intuitive elements of your project and sound, without complexity.
Keyboard
The semi-weighted KeyLab Essential keybed is as comfortable for performance as it is for beat-making in the studio, offering incredible smoothness and responsiveness. Enhanced with Pitch & Mod wheels and a sustain pedal input for sustain, footswitch, or expression. Receive real-time information, from parameter values to the current preset, on a bright 2.5-inch display with contextual buttons for easy navigation.
Screen
Get the necessary information in real-time, from parameter values to the current preset, on a bright 2.5-inch display with contextual buttons for easy navigation.
Pads, Encoders, and Faders
Switch between MIDI notes, clip launching, drumming, and other essential functions. KeyLab Essential mk3 pads are pressure-sensitive and feature RGB color coding. Interact with key controls using full-rotation encoders: from track panning to fine-tuning instrument parameters. Customize track levels, envelopes, instrument parameters, and much more with super-smooth ergonomic faders.
Eco-Designed MIDI Controller
The KeyLab Essential mk3 sets the standard for eco-designed devices and lifespan, created to last longer, produce less waste, and reduce carbon footprint. ARTURIA has worked to continue this trend and apply environmentally friendly methods to the 88-key version, while retaining the best feel, build quality, and durability. This includes the use of the best recycled plastic and 100% recycled packaging in the production of each individual product.
Package includes:
- MIDI keyboard
- Software: Analog Lab V with over 2000 sounds, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments The Gentleman, UVI Model D, 2-month Loopcloud subscription, 40 Melodics lessons subscription
- USB-C cable
- Manual
