Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 Master Keyboard White

61-Key MIDI Controller for Modern Music Production

The Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 White is a universal MIDI controller keyboard that bridges the gap between your computer and your creative ideas. Producers, beatmakers, and keyboard players working in digital audio workstations will benefit from hands-on control over virtual instruments, DAW transport, and mixing parameters without a complicated setup. Plug-and-play connectivity and USB-C bus power mean this model integrates into any studio environment with ease.

Firmware-Based Creative Tools and Deep DAW Integration

What distinguishes this instrument is its firmware-level Chord, Scale, and Arpeggiator modes — these musical tools work without the need for DAW or plugins, producing correct chord voicings, scale-restricted notes, and rhythmic patterns directly from the keyboard. You can instantly use transport controls, track selection, and parameter mapping thanks to custom integration scripts for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, FL Studio, and Bitwig. Compatibility with Native Instruments' NKS expands its reach to the Komplete ecosystem.

Performance-Ready Controls for Sound Design and Mixing

Access real-time sound manipulation for every parameter you need. The hybrid synth-piano keybed registers velocity nuances across 61 full-size keys, while drum programming, clip launching, and note triggering are handled by eight pressure-sensitive RGB pads with visual feedback.

• When switching between synth leads and chords, the 61-note velocity-sensitive hybrid keybed responds precisely for expressive play.
• Pads: 8 touch and pressure-sensitive RGB pads — velocity brightness indicates hit strength for visual confirmation
• Encoders & Faders: 9 rotary encoders and 9 x 30 mm faders — pre-mapped to DAW track pan, level, and Arturia instrument parameters

USB-C Bus Power and Hardware MIDI Output

Use a single USB-C cable for both power and data, keeping your workspace uncluttered. The 5-pin MIDI output allows direct control of external synths, drum machines, or sound modules, while the pedal input supports sustain, expression, or footswitch assignments for greater expression.

• Computer Connection: USB-C (bus-powered) — no external power supply needed
• External gear can be connected via the 5-pin DIN MIDI OUT for standalone use without a computer.
• Pedal Input: Control pedal input (sustain, expression, or footswitch) — expand expressive control

Built-In Arpeggiator, Chord Mode, and Scale Lock

The 63.5 mm LCD display with contextual buttons provides immediate visual feedback on preset names, parameter values, and active modes. Among the built-in creative tools are a multi-mode arpeggiator with hold, chord memory, and scale lock for quick idea generation even for users with little music theory background. Six user presets allow instant recall of your preferred control layouts.

• Display: 63.5 mm LCD with contextual buttons — navigate presets and parameters without looking at your screen
• Arpeggiator and chord tools make it easy to build rhythmic patterns and complex voicings, even on the fly.
• Scale & Chord Modes: Firmware-based scale lock and chord memory — stay in key and trigger complex voicings with single keys