Arturia takes KeyLab to the next level!

With its solid build quality, superior ergonomics and expressiveness, and the absolute control it gives you over your virtual instruments and DAW software, the Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 has raised the bar for professional MIDI controller keyboards. Onstage or in the studio, you need a keyboard controller that does the job. Unlike many keyboard controllers constructed entirely of plastic, the KeyLab MkII features a rugged, lightweight aluminum chassis that can withstand the most grueling touring schedules.

Arturia is also a top software company, so who better to decide what goes on a keyboard designed to control software? The KeyLab MkII's excellent touch-sensitive keyboard (the same one used in Arturia's flagship MatrixBrute) feels amazing under your fingers and responds beautifully when you're executing fast staccato lines, trills and repeats. Equipped with 16 RGB backlit pads, nine large faders, nine rotary encoders, four CV outputs, five expression control inputs and a killer software package spearheaded by Analog Lab, the Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 puts everything you need to create music directly at your fingertips. fingertips.

masterful construction

Let's just say: most keyboard controllers are made of plastic — and there's nothing wrong with that. Modern plastics are strong and light. But there's a reason why most airplane fuselages are made of aluminum: it's stronger and still lighter. That's why Arturia uses it for the frame of their KeyLab MkII controllers. And in honor of the many vintage synth sounds you'll play with your new KeyLab MkII, Arturia gave it real wood side panels and the same gleaming aluminum wheels as the MiniBrute 2. You'll look amazing on stage!

Masterful software integration

KeyLab MkII provides a streamlined workflow solution for controlling your DAW, Analog Lab, or any MIDI-compatible instrument. The DAW Command Center gives you deep control of your software through the use of DAW-specific magnetic overlays. Working with Ableton Live Lite included? Use live overlay. Switching to Cubase? Just change the Cubase overlay! And thanks to KeyLab MkII's smart and efficient logic, you can now access Analog Lab sound categories directly from your controller. Need a piano sound? Press the Piano button!

masterful expressive performance

Arturia's KeyLab MkII 61 is much more than a MIDI controller—it's an expressive instrument for the professional keyboardist. Equipped with channel aftertouch, the keybed is perfect for adding modulation to synth sounds while playing two-hand parts, while the nine large built-in faders give you legitimate drawbar control over your organ patches. Grab one of nine rotary encoders for a high-pass filter sweep. Use the 16 velocity-sensitive RGB backlit performance pads to play drums and percussion. Sustain, Expression, and three Aux pedal inputs offer unprecedented creative modulation possibilities.

masterful connectivity

With the KeyLab MkII 61, Arturia drew on his masterful analogue synth modeling experience to think outside the box. In addition to the 5-pin DIN MIDI input and output connectors, they equipped the KeyLab MkII with four CV connectors for connecting to traditional hardware analog synthesizer equipment. CV connectivity is a first in the MIDI controller category, and we expect to see a lot more of it going forward.

Analog Lab: V Collection's Advanced Browser

If you're like most musicians, you want great, fast sounds. That's exactly what Arturia Analog Lab offers: instant access to 6,500 premium preset synths and keyboard sounds from the company's award-winning V Collection. Whether you're a music producer, keyboardist, sound designer — or just a connoisseur of vintage keyboards — Analog Lab lets you rock the show with a treasure trove of meticulously modeled instruments that sound incredible and amazing features that make it fast, easy and fun to use. From classic to modern, Analog Lab is the powerful keyboard sound browser in the V Collection.

Characteristics

• Ultra-responsive keyboard action with 61 aftertouch-enabled keys;
• Light and resistant aluminum chassis;
• Advanced configurable interface;
• 16 RGB backlit performance pads;
• 9 large faders;
• 9 rotary encoders;
• 5 expression control inputs;
• 4 CV output sockets;
• Smart category controls;
• MIDI and USB connectivity;
• Deep software integration and DAW-specific magnetic overlays.

Specifications

• Type: keyboard controller;
• Number of keys: 61;
• Wrenches type: semi-heavy;
• Velocity sensitive: yes;
• Back Touch: Yes;
• Pads: 16 x Backlit, velocity sensitive;
• Other controllers: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel;
• Encoders/Potentiometers: 9;
• Faders: 9;
• Dedicated Transport Control: Yes;
• Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4 in. (hold up), 1 x 1/4-in. (expression), 3 x 1/4-in. (aux);
• MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB;
• USB: 1 x Type B;
• Other I/O: 1 x 1/8 in. (CV in), 4 x 1/8 in. (CV out, gate out, mod 1, mod 2);
• Computer connectivity: USB;
• Programs: Analog Lab, Ableton Live Lite, Piano V2, Arturia MIDI Control Center;
• Format: VST, AU, AAX (analog lab);
• Hardware requirements (Mac): Intel Multi-core processor, minimum 4GB RAM;
• Hardware Requirements (PC): AMD/Intel multi-core processor, minimum 4GB RAM;
• System requirements (Mac): OS X 10.11.6 or later;
• System Requirements (PC): Windows 7 SP1 or later.
• Power Source: USB bus power, 9V DC power supply (sold separately).