ARTURIA KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 Black — MIDI Controller
Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 Black is a 61-note USB-C MIDI keyboard controller with a velocity-sensitive hybrid synth-piano keybed, 2.5-inch LCD, DAW transport and mixing controls, and integration for Arturia Analog Lab.
Specifications
Keyboard and Controls
| Keys | 61-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel |
|---|---|
| Pads | 8 touch- and pressure-sensitive pads |
| Encoders | 9 rotary encoders plus 1 clickable encoder |
| Faders | 9 x 30 mm faders |
| Display | 2.5-inch LCD with contextual buttons |
Performance Features
| Arpeggiator | Multi-mode arpeggiator |
|---|---|
| Chord mode | Chord mode |
| Scale mode | Scale mode |
| User presets | Up to 6 user presets |
Connectivity
| Usb | USB-C; USB-C powered |
|---|---|
| Midi | 5-pin DIN MIDI output |
| Pedal input | Pedal/control input for sustain, expression, or footswitch |
| Daw protocols | Custom scripts for major DAWs; MCU/HUI compatible |
Included Items
| Box contents | KeyLab Essential unit, USB-A to USB-C cable, registration card |
|---|---|
| Included software | Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, UVI Model D, Native Instruments software/license, Loopcloud, Melodics |
Fit and constraints
Intended use
Constraints
To use it
Questions
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Description
Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 Black is a 61-note USB-C MIDI keyboard controller with a velocity-sensitive hybrid synth-piano keybed, 2.5-inch LCD, DAW transport and mixing controls, and integration for Arturia Analog Lab. The 61-key model includes 8 touch- and pressure-sensitive pads, 9 rotary encoders, 9 30 mm faders, 8 transport switches, 4 command switches, pitch-bend and modulation wheels, MIDI 5-pin DIN output, and a pedal/control input configurable for sustain, expression, or footswitch use. Arturia lists USB-C bus power, custom DAW scripts for major DAWs, MCU/HUI compatibility, arpeggiator, chord mode, scale mode, hold, and up to 6 user presets. The store page lists dimensions of 890 x 240 x 70 mm and weight of 3.08 kg.