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Arturia announces KeyLab MkII

Arturia announces KeyLab MkII

KeyLab MkII Tutorials : Ep. 1 - Discovering your KeyLab MkII

KeyLab MkII Tutorials : Ep. 1 - Discovering your KeyLab MkII

KeyLab MkII Tutorials : Ep. 2 - Integration with Analog Lab

KeyLab MkII Tutorials : Ep. 2 - Integration with Analog Lab

KeyLab MkII Tutorials : Ep. 3 - Integration with DAWS

KeyLab MkII Tutorials : Ep. 3 - Integration with DAWS

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Description

The KeyLab series by Arturia combines the pro build quality of a classic synthesizer with the vast amount of control needed in today’s digital environment. KeyLab 61 MKII is perfectly suited for the center of any studio, from project to professional. As a professional hybrid synthesizer, KeyLab 61 MKII offers the immediacy of a hardware synthesizer combined with the flexibility of a software-based solution. The keyboard is entirely preassigned to work with the included Analog Lab software, giving you immediate and in-depth control over your sound. Change the filter cutoff, the resonance, adjust the two ADSR envelopes, and much more. But the KeyLab 61 MKII also acts as a Universal MIDI controller, compatible with any third-party software and hardware. MIDI Assignments can be customized for virtually any form of MIDI technology using the LED screen or the included MIDI Control Center software.

Extremely High Build Quality

These durable master keyboards feature aluminum housing, and sports the same superb quality key-bed as Arturia’s flagship MatrixBrute. The slick and elegant design of the KeyLab MKII are magnified by real dark wood side panels and the same sparkling aluminum wheels as the MiniBrute 2. Simply beautiful.

Pinnacle in Expressivity

The KeyLab MKII keyboards are more than MIDI controllers; they are instruments crafted with the performing musician in mind. The aftertouch will delight synthesizer players, the nine faders allows for necessary drawbar control. Perform without limits thanks to the five pedal inputs and even further performance features with the 16 highly sensitive RGB pads.

Smart Software Integration

KeyLab MKII provides the best workflow solution to control your DAW, Analog Lab 3 or any MIDI compatible instrument. The DAW Command Center is 60% deeper than the Essential range and comes with magnetic inlays: working with the included version of Ableton Live Lite? Use the Live inlay. Now switching to Cubase? Just change to the Cubase inlay. With the same smart and efficient logic, you can now directly access the Analog Lab 3 sound categories from the controller. Need a piano sound? Press the piano button.

Connectivity Galore

In addition to the full-sized MIDI in and out connectors, KeyLab MKII comes with six CV/Gate connectors. This kind of connectivity is a first in this category and will extend the market to a new audience of analog musicians. Arturia used their extensive analog synth experience to add new features to the world of controllers.
Arturia KeyLab MKII 61 Keyboard Controller
Arturia KeyLab MKII 61 Keyboard Controller

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Reviewed by 4 customers

  • Built like a tank

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byDavid P

    fromMesa, AZ

    Using with Studio One. Still learning how to use it, but not frustrated with it.

  • Fantastic!

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMarko P

    fromFresno, CA

    Smooth integration and quality all around!

  • A powerful controller

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byMagnus - Mitch

    fromChicago

    I use it with Arturia products and Hauptwerk

  • Great Product

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted6 years ago

    byTITUS

    fromUndisclosed

    So far the product has been great. It returned the Komplete Kontrol MKII 61 because the LEDs went out within a few days. The KeyLab MKII 61 is built better and feels much more like it'll last. Props to James in ProAudio at GuitarCenter in Arlington,TX.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byAl

    fromOrange County CA

    Does this open box include the same software as new in box?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • 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 - Ronald
    It does not have a rechargeable battery. And it can be played without a computer as a Keyboard.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byCarson

    fromNaples, FL

    Which sustain pedal is compatible with this MIDI controller?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please see "Proline Professional Sustain Pedal"

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byCarson

    fromNaples, FL

    Is this midi controller compatible with GarageBand?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byDan

    fromundisclosed

    are the keys full sized or miniaturized?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Full sized.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJim

    fromSt Pete, Fla.

    Will this work well with REAPER? Does this have "built in" VOICES? Does it require a COMPUTER to use it?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, the manufacturer has not made that information available

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byCameron

    fromundisclosed

    Does it come with the power supply included?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This keyboard controller does not come with a power supply included.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked bySIDNEY

    fromIL

    When do you expect the Arturia Keylab MKII 61 be in?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We aren't able to discuss the availability of items via this means of communication. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you an accurate idea of when this will be back in stock.