Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 Mk3 White

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USB Midi Keyboard

  • With 61 velocity-sensitive keys
  • 8 Velocity-sensitive RGB-lit pads
  • 1 Detented encoder
  • 9 Rotary knobs
  • 9 Faders
  • Transport section with 4 function keys
  • 2.5" LC display
  • Pitch bend and modulation wheel
  • Scale mode
  • Chord mode
  • Arpeggiator
  • Mackie/HUI Control compatible
  • 2000 Presets via Analog Lab
  • 1 Control pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
  • MIDI output: 5-pin DIN
  • 1 USB-C connector (supplies power as well as MIDI and control information)
  • USB class compliant
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 890 x 240 x 70 mm
  • Weight: approx. 3.08 kg
  • Colour: White
  • Incl. Ableton Live Lite, Arturia Analog Lab, UVI Model D Grand Piano, NI The Gentleman Upright Piano as well as a subscription to Loopcloud (2 months) and Melodics (unlimited trial subscription + bonus lessons)
Available since May 2023
Item number 567147
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Aftertouch No
Split Zones 0
Layer function No
Pitch Bend / Modulation Yes
Rotary Encoder 9
Fader (Amount) 9
Pads 8
Display Yes
MIDI interface 1x Out
Pedal input Yes
USB-port Yes
Mains Operation Yes
Battery Operation No
Bus-Powered Yes
Dimensions 890 x 240 x 70
Weight in kg 3,1 kg
Special Features incl. Ableton Live Lite, Arturia Analog Lab, UVI Model D Grand Piano, NI The Gentleman Upright Piano and 2 Months Loopcloud Abo and Melodics (Endless Test Version + Bonus Lessons)
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Third-generation KeyLab

Front view of the Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 White

The KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 is the third-generation model of Arturia’s innovative and comprehensive MIDI controller. In addition to 61 velocity-sensitive keys, which allow melodies and rhythms to be imported into any DAW, the controller also features a clickable encoder, nine rotary encoders and faders, and a pitch bend and modulation wheel. Direct control of the connected DAW is provided courtesy of the transport section and via the DAW Command Center. Unlike its predecessor models, the third-generation keyboard controller now supports custom scripts to provide flexible control of various DAWs. In addition, the user interface has been completely overhauled, enabling an even faster and more simplified workflow courtesy of the new LCD screen with real-time visual feedback. And thanks to the software package included with the controller, production can start immediately.

Keys, rotary encoders, and faders on the Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 White

Dedicated functions now assignable

The clickable encoder allows presets to be selected for each DAW via the 2.5" LCD screen. Above the two octavation buttons is the Chord button, which enables the activation of Chord mode, allowing the user to play a chord at the press of a single key. The eight pads provide access to corresponding maps in the KeyLab Essential software. The first two pads will allow the user to switch between controlling the DAW and the Analog Lab software, while the remaining six pads are assignable to maps, which can be created using the MIDI Control Center software. Undo and redo functions, a metronome, and a save facility for generated projects are all directly accessible via the DAW Command Center section. In addition to the MIDI output and USB-C connection, which can be used to supply power and transmit MIDI data to the computer, the back of the controller is also fitted with a connection for an optionally available sustain pedal.

Keys and screen on the Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 White

Flexible control of production

The white Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 is ideal for music producers looking for a fast, intuitive, and effective workflow. In addition to an extensive import facility for melodies and rhythms, the Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 White also gives the user control of all DAW functions that are essential for music production, predominantly via the transport and DAW Command Center sections. Users will also be able to undo steps, store projects, and fast-forward, rewind, and loop playback from the controller, which can additionally be run using the Mackie and HUI Control protocols. The third-generation model also features a new function, which will give users control of DAWs such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, and FL Studio via custom scripts. The controller is powered via the USB-C connection.

Pitch bend and modulation wheels adjacent to the pads on the Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 Mk3 White

About Arturia

Arturia's success story began with software emulations of well-known analogue synthesizers such as the Moog Minimoog, Sequential Prophet-5, and Oberheim SEM. The popular software instruments included in the V Collection are still flagship products of the French developer today. Over time, Arturia has gradually expanded its range and now also offers a host of hardware devices, ranging from synthesizers and keyboard controllers to sequencers. Since then, the former software developer has thus also become a household name in the world of analogue synthesizers and other equipment.

Software package included

The software package supplied with the third-generation KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 has been expanded and is now even more extensive than that of the previous generations. Music production can start immediately using the Ableton Live Lite DAW, which offers numerous effects and virtual instruments. The two sample-based virtual pianos – UVI Model D and The Gentleman from Native Instruments – enable customised melody configuration courtesy of their numerous parameters. The Analog Lab V software also comes with more than 2,000 presets from Arturia’s V Collection for cross-genre production. And, as the icing on the cake, the package comes with a two-month subscription to Loopcloud, which provides access to millions of licence-free loops. The further addition of a trial subscription to Melodics will also prove ideal for beginners, enabling them to learn how to play a keyboard in multiple lessons.

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Trungnguyen.dn 04.10.2023
Received the product from thomann, very excited, I ordered from vietnam and was shipped and received after a period of order, all products, carefully packaged by thomann, will order more products, hope for a while, have the opportunity to visit thomann and experience
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Bin sehr angenehm Überrascht
Roland1955 07.06.2023
Schnell wie immer Geliefert ( Danke an die Thomänner )
Und dann schnell ausgepackt...und gestaunt wie Klasse das Teil schon optisch ist. Nix ruckelt oder knarzt , die Tastatur hat auch kein QuerSpiel, und lässt sich sehr angenehm Spielen wie ich später merke.
Dann anschließen am PC und erstmal alles runter geladen was Bestandteil des Kaufes is - auch die deutschen Bedienungsanleitungen -
Und dann die für mich wichtigste Frage , kann ich damit meine DAW - Mixcraft 9 ProStudio - Bedienen. JA , es geht problemlos .Mir fällt ein Stein vom Herzen.
Man kann Analog Lab V im Standalone Modus oder mit ner DAW nutzen..
Nun ,,wühle,, ich mich zunächst mal durch die beigelegten Sounds des ,,Analog Lab V ,,um zu hören was kann ich gebrauchen, dabei lerne ich intuitiv auch gleich wie Bediene ich dieses Tool.
Gut,ob man die Sounds wirklich alle brauch,daß muss jeder für sich entscheiden, für mich eindeutig zu viel..
Die Bedienung des KEYLAB ESSENTIAL 61 MK3 geht ziemlich locker von der Hand.
Alle Regler,Fader ,Knöpfe etc sind leichtgängig ohne dabei labrig zu sein.Und obwohl alles aus Kunststoff und somit schön leicht ist wirkt das sehr hochwertig so das Ich mir auch gut vorstellen kann das Teil für live Giggs zu nutzen. Mein Rücken wird's freuen.
Ganz Nebenbei, das Teil sieht einfach richtig cool aus. Mir macht es viel Freude damit zu arbeiten oder einfach mal drauflos zu klimpern und ich gebe eine klare Kaufempfehlung ab.
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Andi20 23.06.2023
Hace tiempo que quería este teclado, cuando salió esta nueva versión no lo dude. Estoy muy contento con la compra. Cumple muy bien, la integración con el daw es un buenísima.
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Ville aus Finnland 19.06.2023
While the price is attractive, I guess "built to a price point" is a fact as well.

First of all, this thing does exactly what it's supposed to. The setup was effortless. The bundled software package is good. Overall looks are stylish. Except for a couple of times when a played note kept playing after key release (and I'm not sure if it was the controller or the VST I used it with), no issues.

However, the build quality is not great:
- The silvery cap on the middle knob came off at first touch. Does not affect use (purely cosmetic), but this does not inspire confidence.
- I may not have much experience with good synth actions, but I don't think this is one of them. Very "unresponsive" and mushy feel. Maybe my expectations just were too high.
- The entire chassis flexes when playing (I have mine on a table, so the ends are supported by pads and the middle part is a few mm above the table). You don't even need to play hard to see this. I don't really see the "built like a tank" thing that some reviews online say.
- The pads require a lot of force to register a tap. This makes playing them lightly very difficult, as often the tap is not registered.
- In general, the tactile feel of buttons etc. is mushy.
-Looks nice otherwise, but I don't like the jarring RGB lightshow this thing gives when it is not used for a while. But I may just be a grumpy luddite here.

So: Works pretty well. Is cheap. Feels cheap.
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