Arturia Announces KeyLab MK3 49 and 61 Key Controllers
Arturia has introduced the KeyLab mk3, a professional-grade MIDI controller designed to seamlessly integrate with both software and hardware instruments. The KeyLab mk3 boasts a pro-grade velocity sensitive keybed with aftertouch, touch-sensitive controls, and innovative creative features, all housed in a durable, high-quality build.
The KeyLab mk3 offers deep software integration with full control over your DAW such as the included Ableton Live Lite, and instruments, especially Arturia's own software such as the bundled Analog Lab Pro, Mini v4, Piano v3 and more.
KeyLab mk3's creative features such as Chord play, let you create rich chords with single keys. Scale mode keeps you in key by locking the keyboard to specific scales, and the Arpeggiator transforms chords into melodies, even allowing hands-free playing with the Hold function.
Key Features:
- Redesigned Keybed: The KeyLab mk3 features a redesigned semi-weighted keybed with improved aftertouch, keyboard balance, weighting, and spring tension for an expressive playing experience.
- Deep Software Integration: The controller offers advanced connectivity with major DAWs, allowing for contextual information display and comprehensive control over music-making software and instruments.
- Fully-Featured: The KeyLab mk3 includes customizable MIDI settings, intuitive controls, and advanced creative features such as Chord play, Scale mode, and an Arpeggiator to support musical ideation.
- Software Included: The controller comes bundled with Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, and a selection of instruments from the V Collection.
- Enhanced Pad Capabilities: The KeyLab mk3 boasts 4 Pad Banks of 12 velocity and pressure-sensitive pads for finger drumming, clip launching, and versatile mapping possibilities.
- Touch-Sensitive Controls: The controller includes nine touch-sensitive 360° rotary potentiometers and nine touch-sensitive faders for precise control over sound and workflow.
- Connectivity: The KeyLab mk3 features dedicated MIDI I/O and DAW mappings for seamless transitions between hardware synths and DAW projects.
- Advanced Visual Interface: A 3.5" full-color screen provides intuitive navigation and real-time feedback.
- Commitment to Quality: Each unit undergoes 180 individual tests to guarantee impeccable performance and durability.
Availability and Pricing:
The KeyLab mk3 is available in 49-key and 61-key versions, both offered in black or white finishes and is available directly from Arturia, or Thomann:
- KeyLab 49 mk3: €449.
- KeyLab 61 mk3: €549.
