Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3

Universal MIDI Keyboard Controller

Unlock your full creative potential with the KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 a MIDI controller that eliminates barriers between you, your DAW, and your perfect sound, whether you’re a beginner producer, an experienced music maker, or anyone in between.

The KeyLab Essential mk3 is a powerful controller that prioritizes performance, offers creative tools like scale and chord modes and an arpeggiator, and includes premium software with a wide range of presets. It features nine rotary encoders, a fader, an RGB-backlit beat pad, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen for real-time feedback.

Main Features:

• Redesigned interface streamlines workflow with precision-placed buttons, knobs, and sliders
• 8-pad beat pad includes RGB backlighting and velocity/pressure sensitivity to deepen compositional and performance potential
• 2.5-inch LCD screen provides real-time feedback of any adjustments in full colour
• 9 rotary encoders and 9 faders can be customized entirely and assigned for optimal use in your arrangement
• All buttons and control points can be contextually set, allowing for expanded production possibilities without the headache of menu-diving
• Pitch and mod wheels are positioned above the lowest notes for a slim profile that’s ergonomically beneficial
• Packaged with premium software, including Analog Lab V, and more than 2,000 studio-grade presets
• Newly introduced performance and composition features include chord and scale modes, as well as an arpeggiator
• Custom scripts are available for unimpeded use with virtually any DAW of your choosing
• Seamlessly integrates with Arturia’s suite of soft synths to take them to any studio or stage opportunity
• USB-C connectivity manages complete MIDI communication and bus power to accommodate use with almost any setup
• 5-pin MIDI output and expression controller input enables deeper integration for any live or studio arrangement

Included Software titles:

• Analog Lab V software with 2000+ sounds
• Ableton Live Lite
• Native Instruments The Gentleman
• UVI Model D
• 2-month Loopcloud subscription
• Melodics subscription

Tech Specs:

• Type: Keyboard Controller
• Colour: White
• Number of Keys: 61
• Type of Keys: Synth Action
• Velocity Sensitive: Yes
• Pads: 8 x RGB, Velocity Sensitive Pads with Aftertouch
• Other Controllers: 1 x Pitch Bend, 1 x Modulation
• Encoders/Pots: 9 x Knobs
• Faders: 9 x Faders
• Dedicated Transport Control: Yes
• Presets: 2000 Presets
• Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (control)
• MIDI I/O: Out, USB
• USB: 1 x Type C
• Computer Connectivity: USB
• Software: Analog Labs V, 2 Pianos (UVI Model D, NI The Gentleman), Loopcloud, Melodics
• Format: AAX, AU, VST, NKS, Standalone
• Hardware Requirements - Mac: 4GB RAM minimum, 3.4GHz Processor or higher, 4 Core CPU, 3GB Disk Space
• Hardware Requirements - PC: 4GB RAM minimum, 3.4GHz Processor or higher, 4 Core CPU, 3GB Disk Space
• OS Requirements - Mac: MacOS 10.13 or later
• OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or Later
• Power Supply: USB powered
  
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 890 x 240 x 70 mm
• Weight: 3.08 Kg
• Discover more from Arturia KeyLab [Essential mk3]: https://www.arturia.com/products/hybrid-synths/keylab-essential-mk3/overview