Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 61-Note MIDI Keyboard Controller

Introducing the Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3, a versatile and innovative 61-note MIDI keyboard controller that brilliantly bridges the gap between you, your DAW, and your desired sound. This advanced controller boasts seamless integration into your workflow, offering performance controls, dynamic pads, and a groundbreaking collection of premium creative software that will unlock your true creative potential. The sleek, contemporary design of the KeyLab Essential makes it an eye-catching addition to any workspace, featuring a striking all-white design enhanced by colorful RGB pads.

The KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 is designed with producers and musicians in mind, allowing them to effortlessly merge their favorite synth sounds, DAW controls, and mixing tools into one compact and powerful unit. Whether you're a professional or a hobbyist, you'll find that it provides advanced control options that make interacting with Analog Lab and other top-tier software a breeze. This controller not only aids in playing and navigating projects but also ignites inspiration, helping you unleash captivating melodies, intricate rhythms, and emotive chord progressions.

Additionally, the KeyLab Essential is accompanied by a suite of premium music production software and sounds, including a leading DAW and the excellent Analog Lab V. Users will benefit from easy plug-and-play connectivity, pre-mapped controls for their DAW, and compatibility with MCU & HUI protocols, ensuring deep integration with all major DAWs. Tailored to meet your creative needs, the KeyLab Essential lets you access your preferred presets, navigate custom playlists, and activate personalized User programs for a truly bespoke music production experience.

Key Features

• 61-key velocity-sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel
• 1 clickable encoder
• 9 rotary encoders
• 9 x 30mm faders
• 8 transport switches
• 4 command switches
• 1 modulation wheel & bend wheel
• 8 touch & pressure-sensitive pads
• 2.5” LCD display with contextual buttons
• Real-time feedback on tweaks and controls
• Multi-mode arpeggiator
• Chord mode
• Scale mode
• Hold function
• Semitone transpose
• Seamless integration with Analog Lab V: selects sounds, browse presets, smart-assigned controls
• Custom DAW scripts for FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Bitwig Studio
• MCU/HUI compatibility
• Up to 6 user presets for a customizable experience

Specifications

• Premium keybed quality
• Velocity-sensitive 61-note keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel
• 8 transport switches
• 4 command switches
• 1 modulation wheel & bend wheel
• 8 touch & pressure-sensitive pads
• 2.5” LCD display with contextual buttons
• Multi-mode arpeggiator, Chord mode, Scale mode, Hold function, Semitone transpose
• Seamless integration with Analog Lab V
• Custom DAW scripts for major DAWs
• MCU/HUI control compatibility
• Up to 6 user presets
• Includes Analog Lab V software with 2000+ sounds, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments’ The Gentleman, UVI Model D, 2-month Loopcloud subscription, and Melodics subscription for 40 lessons
• USB-C powered with connectivity to computers and MIDI Control Center
• MIDI 5-pin DIN output
• Control input for sustain, expression, or footswitch pedals
• Compatible with Windows (Win 10+), macOS (11+), and works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS

Package Contents

• KeyLab Essential Unit
• USB-A to USB-C cable
• Registration card