Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential 61 Key MIDI Controller Keyboard

Observing the way musicians work has led us to the conclusion that most of them needed three things from their controller keyboards: good DAW control, integration with their software instruments and efficient preset navigation. Based on this research we have built KeyLab Essential, a new generation of controller keyboards.

Because it’s all about the workflow, KeyLab Essential includes a full fledged DAW control area and a central screen section allowing instant access to the 5000+ Analog Lab 2 presets included. All the knobs, sliders and pads one could dream of are available right at your fingertips and 8 mappings assignations can be selected in the blink of an eye.

Because it’s all about the design, KeyLab Essential will sit beautifully in the center of any music making arsenal. Featuring a full sized, synth-action key-bed available in two different versions (49 and 61-key), its convenient light weight doesn’t take anything away from its sturdy feel.

Because it’s all about the price, the KeyLab Essential range brings outstanding value for money. With Ableton Live Lite, UVI Grand Piano Model D and Arturia’s award winning Analog Lab 2, KeyLab Essential blows the competition out of the water, and will certainly become the controller of choice in project studios around the world.

Whether you’re after a workhorse to control your studio, or just a quality hybrid keyboard providing instant gratification, KeyLab Essential is the right tool for every demanding musician.

Key Features

• Includes Analog Lab software with 5000 synth sounds
• Includes Ableton Live Lite
• Includes UVI Grand Piano model D
• 61 keys with velocity
• Controllers: 1 clickable encoder, 9 encoders, 9 30mm faders, 6 transport switches, 4 command switches, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheel, 8 touch and pressure-sensitive pads
• Connectivity: MIDI out, USB, Sustain pedal
• Functions as a universal MIDI controller
• Twin-line LCD screen
• MCU/HUI control compatibility
• Chord Play mode
• Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls.
• Standalone or plug-in operation: VST, VST3, AU, AAX.
• Over 5,000 TAE powered preset sounds from Arturia’s award-winning V Collection
• Ableton Live 9 Lite - record, layer, and edit your sounds to create a finished song.
• UVI Grand Piano Model D - Sample-based software recreation of Steinway classic.
• Compatible with all major Digital Audio Workstation: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, Bitwig, Cubase, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Studio One