The Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 is a powerful yet accessible MIDI keyboard controller designed to streamline your workflow and make music-making more fun, expressive, and inspiring than ever before. With intuitive hands-on controls, seamless DAW integration, and a huge bundle of professional software included, it’s the essential tool for producers and performers alike.

Main Features

• 61 Velocity-Sensitive Keys with a hybrid synth-piano feel
• 9 Encoders, 9 Faders (30mm), 1 Clickable Encoder for flexible hands-on control
• 8 Touch & Pressure-Sensitive Pads (2 banks) for finger drumming, clip launching, or custom mapping
• Transport & Command Switches for full DAW control
• Pitch Bend & Modulation Wheels for expressive performance
• Connections: USB-C, MIDI Out, Sustain/Footswitch/Expression Pedal input
• Creative Modes: Scale, Chord Play, Arpeggiator (with presets), Hold

Your Essential Ingredients for Creativity Whether you’re just starting out or refining a professional setup, the KeyLab Essential mk3 puts the most vital controls at your fingertips. Its velocity-sensitive hybrid synth-piano keybed, responsive pads, faders, and encoders give you complete control over your music, while the thoughtful layout ensures smooth workflow and easy creativity.

Advanced Features, Simple Workflow

• Seamless DAW Integration: Pre-mapped controls for all major DAWs with 5 dedicated scripts plus MCU & HUI protocols
• Creative Performance Tools: Arpeggiator, Scale Mode, Chord Play, and Hold function for instant inspiration
• Enhanced User Experience: Bigger display with 4 contextual buttons and improved navigation
• Eco-Designed & Modern Connectivity: USB-C power, MIDI out, and multi-purpose pedal input (sustain, footswitch, or expression)

What’s New in mk3

• Larger display with 4 contextual buttons
• 5 dedicated DAW scripts plus MCU & HUI support
• Expanded creative features (Scale Mode, Chord Play, Arpeggiator, Hold)
• 2 Pad Banks for extra control options
• Bigger software bundle: more sounds, instruments, and subscriptions
• USB-C connectivity and eco-conscious design

Included Software Bundle

The KeyLab Essential mk3 comes with a huge creative package worth hundreds of pounds:

• Analog Lab V: 2000 synth & keyboard sounds
• Ableton Live Lite: streamlined DAW for production & performance
• UVI Model D: classic sampled grand piano
• Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select (choose Beats, Band, or Electronic edition)
• Loopcloud Subscription: royalty-free samples & loops
• Melodics Subscription: interactive lessons for keys, pads & MIDI controllers

The Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3: the perfect balance of creative power, workflow efficiency, and professional-grade software in one inspiring MIDI controller.

Outside the UK?

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