Arturia - KeyLab Essential MK3 61 Black
A 61-key dynamic master keyboard, this KeyLab Essential in black finish is the third version of the keyboards that set the benchmark for MIDI controllers. It incorporates a number of new features that make it even more versatile, more open to all DAWs and more intuitive to use.
Presentation
With this third version, Arturia aims to continue the legacy of this essential controller by offering ever more refined ergonomics and a number of exciting new features.
Creating music in the digital world isn't always easy. Too many elements can easily distract us and it's necessary to learn a large number of functions.
With this in mind, Keylab Essential cuts to the chase and helps you focus on the essentials, with the maxim: 1 button -> 1 function.
Other features
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Arturia KeyLab Essential 3 61 Black
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USB MIDI master keyboard
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61 dynamic keys
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Colour: Black
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OLED screen
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Navigation buttons
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8 velocity-sensitive RGB pads
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9 Assignable faders
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9 Assignable potentiometers
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23 Switches
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Pitch Bend and modulation wheels
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Functions: Transposer, Arpeggiator
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Connections :
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MIDI: 5-pin DIN
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USB-C
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Sustain pedal input: Ø6.35mm jack
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Power supply : Via USB-C
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Software included : Ableton Live Lite, Loopcloud, NI The Gentleman, Uvi Grand D, Melodics, Analog Lab V
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Compatibility: iOS, Mac OS 10.8 or higher, Windows 10 64-bit or higher, Android
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Dimensions: 1000 x 225 x 125 mm
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Weight: 4.6kg
To find out more...
- In-depth configuration on the best-known DAWs: Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic, Cubase etc.
- An optimised interface so you don't get lost in menus and submenus
- Now fully integrates not only DAWs but all Arturia software as well
- More extensive software package than previous editions: Now includes Analog Lab V, 2 pianos (UVI Model D, The Gentleman by Native Instruments), plus subscriptions to Loopcloud and Melodics.
- Larger screen, with 4 context-sensitive buttons
- 5 scripts for production software, MCU & HUI protocols to control any DAW
- Boosted creativity with Scale mode, Chord Play, arpeggiator (with presets) and Hold function
- 2 banks of pads (for finger percussion, launching clips, or configuring them as you like)
- Input for multi-function pedal (sustain, footswitch or expression)
- USB-C
- Eco-design
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Founded in 1999 in Grenoble, Arturia is a French brand known for its innovative electronic musical instruments. Specializing in analog and software synthesizers, Arturia has gained popularity among musicians with iconic products like the MiniBrute, MatrixBrute, and MicroFreak. The brand also excels in analog modeling software with its V Collection, faithfully reproducing classic synthesizers. Arturia caters to both professionals and amateurs, offering creative and intuitive solutions for music production, recording, and live performance, while staying at the forefront of sound innovation.
