KeyLab Essentials – New series of MIDI keyboards by Arturia
Arturia is thrilled to announce the imminent release of KeyLab Essential – an affordable, yet fully-featured range
of universal MIDI controller keyboards.
Created with the budget-conscious musician in mind, KeyLab Essential provides everything they need to create
and record music straight out of the box. The 49- and 61-note controllers are packed with intuitive performance
controls, feature powerful DAW integration, and come with 3 incredible software titles. KeyLab Essential features:
• 49 / 61-note velocity sensitive keyboard
• Pitch bend & modulation wheels
• Transposition by semitones & octaves
• MCU / HUI compliant for comprehensive DAW integration
• 8 RGB back-lit, multi-purpose performance pads
• 9 faders & rotary encoders
• DAW Command Center & transport section
• 1 DAW-assigned memory (mapping for knobs & faders to control panning and level of tracks)
• 1 Analog Lab-assigned memory (mapping for knobs & faders to control essential parameters in Arturia
instruments)
• 6 fully-customizable user memories
• “Chord play” mode
• Twin-line LCD screen
• Class-compliant USB, enabling use with iOS and Android devices
• Comprehensive music software bundle included
• Optional sustain pedal and DC power supply
Combining a stylish, rugged MIDI keyboard, DAW controls, deep integration, and iconic music software,
KeyLab Essential is set to become the go-to choice for producers and musicians who want maximum bang for
their buck.
KeyLab Essential will begin shipping worldwide in June 2017.
The 49-key version will retail for 199 € / US$ 249
The 61-key version will retail for 249 € / US$ 299