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- Number of Keys: 61
- Touch Sensitive: Yes
- Pitch Bend: Yes
- Key Size: Standard
Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 Master Keyboard Black
The Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 Black is a universal MIDI controller built around a 61-note velocity-sensitive hybrid synth-piano keybed, designed to bridge virtual instruments and DAW workflows with hands-on control. Its streamlined control surface combines 9 rotary encoders, 9 faders, 8 RGB pads, and a 2.5" LCD screen for direct preset browsing and parameter tweaking.
- 61 velocity-sensitive keys with hybrid synth-piano feel — balanced response for synth and piano parts
- 2.5" LCD screen with contextual buttons and clickable encoder — browse presets and adjust parameters without leaving the keyboard
- USB-C bus-powered with 5-pin DIN MIDI output — connects to computers and external hardware instruments
- Bundled Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, UVI Model D, and Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select — production-ready software suite included
Universal MIDI Controller with Hybrid Synth-Piano Keybed
The Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 Black is a streamlined 61-key MIDI controller pairing a velocity-sensitive hybrid synth-piano keybed with focused DAW integration. It bridges virtual instruments and recording workflows, offering hands-on control over plug-ins, mixer functions, and project navigation across Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio. This controller suits producers and performers who want extended key range without stepping up to a flagship unit.
Deep Analog Lab Pro Integration and Creative Modes
What distinguishes this model is its tight integration with Analog Lab Pro, where smart-assigned controls map faders and encoders directly to instrument parameters in real time. Built-in creative tools include a multi-mode arpeggiator, chord mode, scale mode, hold function, and semitone transpose. The 2.5" LCD with contextual buttons and clickable encoder makes preset browsing far more intuitive than on previous generations.
Velocity-Sensitive Keybed and Tactile Control Surface
The keybed and control layout support expressive playing and direct parameter access in studio and live use.
- Keys: 61 velocity-sensitive, hybrid synth-piano feel — five-octave span for layered parts and splits
- Pitch Bend: Yes — dedicated pitch and modulation wheels
- Pads: 8 touch & pressure-sensitive RGB pads — drum programming and clip launching
- Encoders & Faders: 9 rotary encoders, 9 × 30 mm faders — tactile mixer and plug-in control
USB-C, MIDI DIN, and Pedal Integration
Connectivity centers on USB-C bus power with legacy DIN MIDI for hardware rigs.
- Outputs: MIDI OUT (5-pin DIN) — direct connection to external hardware
- Inputs: Control Pedal (6.3 mm TRS) — assignable for sustain, expression, or footswitch
- USB: USB-C, bus-powered — single-cable connection to host computer
- DAW Protocols: MCU/HUI + NKS support — compatible with major DAWs and NI instruments
Compact Form Factor with Production Software Bundle
The unit ships as a complete production starter kit with bundled software.
- Dimensions: 890 × 240 × 70 mm — compact enough for desktop setups
- Weight: 3.08 kg — portable for mobile rigs
- Package Content: USB-C to USB-A cable, registration card
- Bundled Software: Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, UVI Model D, Komplete 15 Select, 2-month Loopcloud, Melodics
Number of Keys: 61
This instrument has 61 keys, equivalent to 5 octaves, providing a wide range of tones for a variety of musical applications.
Keyboard Type
- Hybrid synth-piano feel
- Velocity-Sensitive
Pitch Bend: Yes
The Pitch Bend allows smooth pitch changes, adding expressiveness to musical expression. Often used to create effects such as glissando or vibrato, this feature allows the player to make subtle or dramatic changes to the sound in real time. Pitch bend allows musicians to create smooth transitions between notes, increasing the dynamics and expressiveness of their performances.
Package Contents
- USB-C - USB-A Cable
- Registration Card
Faders
Touch Sensitive
Software
Ableton Live Lite, Analog Lab V, The Gentleman, Loopcloud, Melodics subscription - 40 lessons
Aftertouch
Modulation
Number of Keys
61
Keyboard Type
Display
Pitch Bend
Key Size
Colour
Original Colour by Producer
Black
Inputs
Outputs
USB
USB MIDI
USB to Device
USB to Host
Height (cm)
7
Width (cm)
89
Depth (cm)
24
Weight
3,08 kg
Made in
China
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