Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 49-Key Universal MIDI Controller (Alpine White)

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 Overview

The Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 Alpine White keyboard controller is a great option for musicians, producers, and sound designers seeking a high-quality keyboard controller with enhanced software and unique DAW integration. With 49 synth-action, velocity-sensitive keys, a clickable encoder, nine more encoders, nine sliders, eight touch and pressure-sensitive pads, six transport control switches, four command switches, a modulation wheel, and a pitchbend wheel, the Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 is a universal MIDI controller and software package. The integrated Analog Lab V synth software, Ableton Live Lite, UVI Grand Piano Model D, Native Instruments The Gentleman upright piano software, and any other MIDI controllable plug-in or DAW may all be controlled 1:1 by the system.

New Improved And Customizable

With the MIDI Control Center software that can be downloaded, it may be tailored to work with other programs. Furthermore, the KeyLab Essential’s DAW command center makes use of MCU and HUI protocols, providing smooth control that goes much beyond conventional MIDI and lets you operate your DAW program on any platform. The controller is a Class-Compliant USB device that is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems right out of the box.

What’s New

• New creative features: Scale Mode, Chord Mode, and Arpeggiator, making composition, songwriting, and beat-making more intuitive than ever.
• Custom DAW integration: KeyLab Essential 3 features custom scripts for deeper control over DAWs, including Ableton Live Logic Pro X, FL Studio, and more
• More versatile presets: the 2000 presets included with Analog Lab V are no longer limited to vintage sounds; users can enjoy unique hybrids, modern synths, orchestral sounds, and more
• Easier controls and interface: RGB-backlit pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity, contextual button, and a bright, new 2.5” LCD screen for real-time feedback
• Expanded software package for beginners & pros: now includes Analog Lab V, 2 pianos (UVI Model D, NI’s The Gentleman), plus subscriptions to Loopcloud and Melodics

Features

• Included software:
  • Analog Lab V software with over 2000 presets
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • UVI Grand Piano Model D
  • Native Instruments The Gentleman upright piano
• Hardware specifications:
  • 49 synth-action keys with velocity
  • Controllers:
    • 1 x clickable encoder
    • 9 x encoders
    • 9 x 30mm faders
    • 6 x transport switches
    • 4 x command switches
    • 1 x modulation wheel
    • 1 x pitch-bend wheel
    • 8 x touch and pressure-sensitive pads
  • Connectivity: MIDI out, USB, sustain pedal
  • Functions as a universal MIDI controller
  • 2.5″ LCD screen for real time feedback
  • MCU/HUI control compatibility
  • Chord Play mode
• Perfect Analog Lab V integration:
  • Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls
  • Standalone or plug-in (VST, VST3, AU, AAX)

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