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KeyLab Essential mk3 | Keys For Modern Creatives | ARTURIAplay button

KeyLab Essential mk3 | Keys For Modern Creatives | ARTURIA

Tutorials | KeyLab Essential mk3 - Overviewplay button

Tutorials | KeyLab Essential mk3 - Overview

Tutorials | KeyLab Essential mk3 - Using Analog Labplay button

Tutorials | KeyLab Essential mk3 - Using Analog Lab

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KeyLab Essential mk3 | How To Control Cubase

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The Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 offers a new level of accessible, enjoyable and creative music making, redefining the essence of a modern universal keyboard controller. From its new design to its vastly upgraded creative workflow, to an expanded software package, it promises to shake up the affordable controller market by empowering modern musicians and sound explorers looking to expand their setup without breaking the bank.

For DAW producers, musicians with hybrid setups or performers using hardware; the KeyLab Essential mk3 will enhance any creative setup or musical style with MIDI out and USB power, deep DAW compatibility and premium software. KeyLab Essential mk3 doesn’t need tons of controls, menu diving or complex configuration to operate. It looks modern, feels great and removes creative barriers for next-level music making. Many musicians and producers will be familiar with Arturia’s award-winning software; KeyLab Essential mk3 is part of the same range, seamlessly integrating with Analog Lab V, Pigments and V Collection.
Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 MIDI Keyboard Controller Black
Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 MIDI Keyboard Controller Black
Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 MIDI Keyboard Controller Black

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  • Scale mode, Chord mode and Arpeggiator, making composition, songwriting and beat-making more intuitive
  • Custom scripts for deeper control over DAWs, including Ableton Live Logic Pro X, FL Studio and more
  • 2,000 presents including hybrids, modern synths, orchestral sounds and more
  • RGB-backlit pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity, contextual button and 2.5" LCD screen for real-time feedback
  • Includes Analog Lab V, 2 pianos (UVI Model D, Native Instrument’s The Gentleman), plus subscriptions to Loopcloud and Melodics

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  • Good product

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byRyan

    fromChicago

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    As described. Works great with pro tools. Love this. Probably will end up keeping this and upgrading to one with more keys !

  • Excellent DAW and Software Integration

    5

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    submitted6 months ago

    byCameron

    fromEssex Junction, Vermont

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This was definitely a good purchase. It comes with Analog Lab V, which is excellent to use in Ableton Live (which is what I use), and the dedicated knobs and sliders help it to sound great! I also plan to use it for live performance too, as a smaller keyboard I can stack.

  • I love this!!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byBrian

    fromPeoria il

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use this for everything in my music I make :)

  • Great Midi Controller

    5

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    submitteda year ago

    byM

    fromL.A.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    New to music production, but wanted full size key controller I could learn and grow with. Arturia KEYLAB ESSENTIAL 49 mk3 is perfect for me

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  • asked byLogan

    fromundisclosed

    Does it come with Abelton Live Lite?

    Does it come with Abelton Live Lite?

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    Includes Analog Lab V, 2 pianos (UVI Model D, Native Instrument’s The Gentleman), plus subscriptions to Loopcloud and Melodics
  • asked byLance

    fromundisclosed

    Does it include a sustain pedal?

    Does it include a sustain pedal?

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    No, it doesn't.