MIDI Keyboard with 61 Velocity-Sensitive Keys

The new Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 offers a new level of accessibility and ease for music creation, redefining the essence of a modern, all-purpose keyboard controller.

From its redesigned interface to its significantly upgraded creative workflow, combined with an expanded software bundle, it promises to shake up the keyboard market, empowering modern musicians and sound explorers to expand their setup without breaking the bank.

Suitable for Any Style and Setup

Perfect for DAW producers, musicians with hybrid setups, or artists using hardware. Enhance any creative setup or musical style with MIDI & USB output, broad DAW compatibility, and premium software.

The New Standard for Affordable Keyboards

A keyboard controller that doesn’t require tons of knobs, complex menus, or complicated settings to function. The KeyLab Essential 3 looks modern, feels great to play, and removes barriers for next-level music creation.

Seamless Integration with Arturia’s Leading Software

Many musicians and producers are already familiar with Arturia’s award-winning software. The KeyLab Essential 3 is part of the same series, integrating perfectly with Analog Lab V, Pigments, and the V Collection.

New Features

New Creative Capabilities: Scale Mode, Chord Mode, and Arpeggiator make composition, songwriting, and beat creation more intuitive than ever.

Custom DAW Integration: The KeyLab Essential 3 features custom scripts for deep control over DAWs, including Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, and more.

More Versatile Presets: The 2000 presets included in Analog Lab V are no longer limited to vintage sounds. Users can enjoy unique hybrids, modern synths, orchestral sounds, and more.

Enhanced Controls and Interface: RGB backlit pads with velocity and pressure sensitivity, plus a bright new 2.5-inch LCD screen for real-time feedback.

Expanded Software Bundle

Everything users need to start creating music immediately. Explore top tools like Ableton Live Lite, Analog Lab V, the UVI Model D Grand Piano, and Native Instruments’ The Gentleman Upright Piano.

Enjoy access to millions of royalty-free loops and samples with a 2-month subscription to Loopcloud, plus a welcome pack and one pack of your choice.

Get familiar with keyboard playing, finger drumming, DAW production, and even music theory with an unlimited trial and bonus lessons in Melodics.

What’s New Compared to the Previous Version?

• Larger screen with 4 contextual buttons
• 5 exclusive DAW scripts, plus MCU & HUI protocols for controlling any DAW
• Improved integration with Arturia software
• Creative features: Scale Mode, Chord Play, Arpeggiator (with presets), Hold function
• 2 Pad Banks (for finger drumming, clip launching, or custom mapping)
• Expanded software bundle (Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, NI The Gentleman, UVI Model D, Loopcloud, & Melodics)
• Multi-function pedal input (Sustain, Footswitch, or Expression)
• USB-C connection
• Eco-designed

Features

• 61 velocity-sensitive keys with hybrid synth-piano feel
• 1 clickable encoder, 9 encoders, 9 faders (30 mm), 6 transport buttons, 4 command buttons, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheel, 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads
• MIDI output, USB, Sustain pedal input
• High-quality music creation software bundle
• Seamless integration with Analog Lab V (included)
• Creative features: Arpeggiator, Chord Play, and Scale Mode

Included

• Analog Lab V with 2000 synth & keyboard sounds
• Ableton Live Lite
• UVI Model D & Native Instruments The Gentleman pianos
• Loopcloud subscription
• Melodics subscription