Arturia today introduced Keylab Essential mk3, a major update to its universal MIDI controller keyboard.

Here’s what’s new in Arturia Keylab Essential mk3:

• Optimized design, with a bigger screen with 4 contextual buttons.
• Updated integration, with 5 dedicated DAW scripts (+Mackie & HUI), Arturia Software (Analog Lab and V Collection) and user programs.
• Three new creative features: Scale mode, Chord Play & Hold Function.
• Updated software bundle, including Analog Lab V, Ableton Lite, UVI Model D, NI The Gentleman and Melodics Lite.
• Eco-designed, featuring 100% Recyclable packaging, at least 40% recycled plastic and -18% Materials’ carbon impact compared to previous models.

Features:

Keybed

• • 49-note velocity-sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel

Pads & controls

• • 1 clickable encoder
  • 9 rotary encoders
  • 9 x 30mm faders
  • 6 transport switches
  • 4 command switches
  • 1 modulation wheel & bend wheel
  • 8 touch & pressure-sensitive pads

Display control

• • 2.5” LCD display with contextual buttons
  • Real-time feedback on tweaks and controls

Performance features

• • Multi-mode arpeggiator
  • Chord mode
  • Scale mode
  • Hold function
  • Semitone transpose

Software integration

• • Integration with all Arturia software instruments, including Analog Lab Intro: select sounds, browse presets, smart-assigned controls
  • Custom DAW scripts for FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Bitwig Studio
  • Also compatible with MCU/HUI control
  • Up to 5 user presets for a totally customizable experience

Included Software titles & services

• • Analog Lab V software with 2000+ sounds
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Native Instruments’ The Gentleman
  • UVI Model D
  • 2-month Loopcloud subscription
  • Melodics subscription

Connectivity

• • USB-C connects to computers and MIDI Control Center
  • MIDI 5-pin DIN output for connection to external instruments, gear
  • Control input for pedal: sustain, expression, or footswitch
  • USB-C powered

Pricing and Availability:

Arturia Keylab Essential MK3 is available now for 219 USD.