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Arturia announces the KeyLab Essential Series

Arturia announces the KeyLab Essential Series

Arturia Performance | KeyLab Essential

Arturia Performance | KeyLab Essential

KeyLab Essential Tutorials: Episode 1 - Get to Know your New Instrument

KeyLab Essential Tutorials: Episode 1 - Get to Know your New Instrument

Arturia KeyLab & Ableton Live

Arturia KeyLab & Ableton Live

Arturia
Description
Most musicians need three things from a controller keyboard: powerful DAW control, software instrument integration and efficient navigation of presets. KeyLab Essential is Arturia's new generation of controller keyboards that satisfy all of these requirements in an elegant, thoughtful design.

KeyLab Essential includes a full function DAW control area and a central screen section that allows instant access to the 6,500+ included Analog Lab 4 presets. All the knobs, sliders and pads you will need are available at your fingertips and eight mappings assignations can be selected in an instant.

KeyLab Essential functions beautifully as the hub of any music-making environment. Featuring a full-sized, synth-action keybed, its light weight is a true technical achievement given its sturdy feel and roadworthiness.

KeyLab Essential range brings outstanding value for money. With Ableton Live Lite, UVI Grand Piano Model D and Arturia’s award-winning Analog Lab 4, KeyLab Essential is a 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.
Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MIDI Keyboard Controller White
Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MIDI Keyboard Controller White
Features
Software
  • Includes Analog Lab software with 6,500 synth sounds
  • Includes Ableton Live Lite
  • Includes UVI Grand Piano model D
Hardware
  • 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
Perfect Analog Lab 4 integration
  • Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls
  • Standalone or plug-in operation: VST, VST3, AU, AAX
  • 6,500 TAE sounds from Arturia’s 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
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4 Reviews

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Reviewed by 4 customers

  • Works great

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byllotsnad

    fromNew York

    Recording

  • Nice but complicated

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byOridog

    fromDenver, Co

    This was may first attempt on integrating a keyboard controller with a DAW. It took me a while to get my head around all the settings. While it comes with Ableton Live Lite I choose to use Reaper for my DAW. Not only did I need to figure out how to integrate the Keylab I had a steep learning curve with Reaper. If you are in the market for a flexible keyboard controller this is a nice one with many knobs and sliders that can be assigned. For controller with 61 full-sized keys the unit is very compact and light.

  • Five star this midi keyboard

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byAlexander (Alex)

    fromSan Rafael, CA

    This is more than a great product especially in the price it has. Probably I would say that everything is great but the buttons. The buttons because they are kind of noisy (in my opinion) I don't about you guys. But it is still great

  • It's all you need

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byMr. Beats

    fromNashville

    Great for home studio and easy to use, but the keys take some getting used to.

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  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byFernando

    fromEl Centro CA

    Does this controller can be used without being connected to the computer and does it have a rechargeable battery?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, it can't and it doesn't run on batteries. Please give us a call to better help you out – 855-770-3373

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byChauncey the Producer

    fromColumbia,SC

    Does this controller sync well with Garageband and Logic Pro X?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes it does.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byBrendan

    fromPennsylvania

    is it possible to use this as a standalone keyboard thru an amplifier?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This midi controller cannot be used as a standalone keyboard.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byAnthony

    fromCorona, CA

    Is this compatible with Logic Pro X?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    IF not out of the box, then you can download a patch for the software that will make it work.