Arturia Keylab 88 Mkii Midi Controller With Software

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The white Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII MIDI Controller with Softwareis a universal MIDI controller and software package that includes an 88-note keyboard with a premium Fatar hammer-action keybed, aftertouch, a clickable encoder, 9 additional encoders, 9 sliders, 16 RGB-backlit touch and pressure sensitive pads, 6 transport control switches, 4 command switches, a modulation wheel, and a pitchbend wheel. The system is designed to provide 1:1 control of the included Analog Lab software, Ableton Live Lite, Piano-V, Wurli-V, and Vox Continental-V virtual instrument software as well as any MIDI controllable plug-in or DAW. It can be customized to other software using the downloadable MIDI Control Center software. What's more, the KeyLab MkII offers seamless control well beyond standard MIDI, allowing you to control your DAW software on any platform, and it includes several overlays to help you quickly change between applications. The controller is a Class-Compliant USB device that works straight out of the box with Mac and Windows.

The controller includes three buttons for switching modes, allowing you to quickly change between Analog Lab mode, DAW mode, and a User mode for creating custom maps to control MIDI hardware or software instruments and plug-ins. The Analog Lab mode allows you to control all elements in Analog Lab without having to reach for your mouse. The software includes over 6500 TAE-powered preset sounds from Arturia's award-winning V-Collection. With the KeyLab 88 MkII, you can navigate through presets as well as create and save your own.

The keyboard can be split or layered to help create new sounds. All included software is compatible with major DAWs including Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, Bitwig, Cubase, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Studio One, and more. The KeyLab 88 MkII ships with a USB cable, a laptop plate, and a musical sheet holder.

88 Hammer-Action Keys with Aftertouch Includes Analog Lab Software 7000 TAE-Powered Presets 9 Faders and 9 Encoders 16 Velocity- and Pressure-Sensitive Pads Includes Ableton Live Lite Piano V, Wurli-V, and Vox Continental-V Magnetic Overlays for DAW Control 4 CV Outs, 1 CV In, and 5 Pedal Inputs Mac/Widows, Standalone/VST/AU/AAX

Parameters
Keyboard	88 Keys, Hammer Action with Aftertouch and Velocity
MIDI Control Surfaces	1x Wheel (Pitch-Bend) 1x Wheel (Modulation) 16x Pad 1x Rotary Encoder (Clickable) 9x Rotary Encoder 9x Slider
Performance Functions	Transport Controls
Connectivity
I/O	1x MIDI 5-Pin Input 1x MIDI 5-Pin Output 1x USB-B 1x 1/4" TS Sustain Input 1x 1/4" TRS Expression Pedal Input 3x 1/4" TS Pedal Input 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS CV Input 4x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Gate/Mod/Pitch Output 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS CV Input
OS Compatibility	macOS 10.13 or Later Windows 8.1 or Later
Power
Power Options	AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included), USB Bus Power
Physical
Display	LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H)	50.9 x 12.7 x 4.4" / 129.3 x 32.3 x 11.2 cm
Weight	32.4 lb / 14.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	48.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	57.5 x 19.5 x 7.5"

Includes Analog Lab software with 7000 synth sounds
Includes Ableton Live Lite
Includes Piano V
Includes Wurli-V
Includes Vox Continental-V

88-note premium hammer-action keybed with aftertouch (Fatar TP100LR)
16 RGB backlit performance pads
Control bank with 9 faders and 9 rotary knobs
Control analog synthesizers and modular equipment with 4 CV outputs plus 1 CV input
5 control pedal inputs including: expression, sustain, and three assignable auxiliary pedals
Seamless integration with all Arturia software instruments
Presets for multiple DAWs, with magnetic overlays for controls

Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assign controls
Standalone or plug-in operation: VST, VST3, AU, AAX
Over 7000 TAE-powered preset sounds from Arturia’s award-winning V-collection

Record, layer, and edit your sounds to create a finished song

Twelve different world-class pianos meticulously crafted using our critically acclaimed modeling technology

Physical modeling of the classic Wurlitzer 200A electric piano with 11 stompbox effects and four guitar amplifiers

Physical modeling of the VOX Continental 300 with added models of the rare Jennings J70, classic stompbox effects, modeled guitar amps, and rotary speaker outputs for vintage live sound

Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, Bitwig, Cubase, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Studio One

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can it control 2 midi synths at a time, each with distinct, but synced patterns? If so, what to know when setting this up? THanks!

A: Yes. You can control up to three devices with the Beatstep. Here is a forum post from Arturia on how to do it. https://forum.arturia.com/index.php?topic=89269.0

Q: 2. Will this control Cakewalk Sonar or Artist DAWs?

A: Yes, that is possible, there is no template available, so you will have to assign each function from the DAW software and save the settings as a template.

Q: 3. Is bhphotovido.com an authorized arteria dealer for the minifuse 4?

A: Yes, B&H is an authorized dealer for Arturia Products, including the Arturia MiniFuse 4 Portable 4x4 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface.

Q: 4. hi what are the dimensions of this key lab thanks?

A: The Arturia KeyLab MKII 49 measures 31.2 x 11.7 x 2.1" (793 x 297 x 53 mm).

Q: 5. Does the MiniFuse go into standby when the computer is put to sleep, or do the LEDs stay on all the time unless you unplug the USB cable?

A: The Arturia MiniFuse 2 Portable 2x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface will remain on as long there is voltage sent from the computer's USB port to the interface. When the computer goes to sleep, the interface will eventually shut down as well and the LEDs will also turn off.

Q: 6. Does it include the wooden feet as shown in the pics? Thanks in advance

A: No, the wooden legs are not included. This is a brand new item which has not yet been shipped to dealers. At this time Arturia only lists that availability and pricing are to be determined for the wooden legs. More information should be available after the keyboard is in stock so please do check back with us.

Q: 7. does this keyboard have its own tone generator? Or will I need a seperate synth for it to play through?

A: The StudioLogic SL88 is a MIDI controller with no built in sounds. An external sound generator or music creation software is needed.

Q: 8. Does this have an auxiliary output jack that you can plug into headphones or a boom box?

A: No, the Keystation 88 is a MIDI keyboard controller which has digital ports for USB and MIDI, but it does not have any analog inputs or outputs to connect a boom box or headphones. You can connect headphones to your computer for monitoring. If you want a more traditional keyboard that is a similar size and in the same general price range, you may like the Alesis Concert 88-Key Digital Piano with Full-Sized Keys (B&H # ALCONCERT) which has a stereo output for headphones, but no aux input. The Artesia PE-88 Portable Digital Piano / Arranger Keyboard (B&H # ARPE88) which has headphone and line outputs, stereo aux input and a microphone input. We do have more options for other models listed with our portable keyboards. Please contact us by phone or through live chat on the website for further assistance.

Q: 9. It looks like this doesn't come with a power supply. If that is correct, is there an approved one for this unit?

A: The KeyStep offers two options for powering. The USB port can connect to a computer for both power and data. The USB cable can also be used with a wall plug (the type that you would use to charge a phone), such as the Xuma 2.4A USB Charger with Folding Prongs (B&H # XUCAC124). The other option for powering is to use a standard 9V DC 500mA center positive (5.5 X 2.1 X 12mm) power adapter, such as the BOSS PSA-120S AC Adapter (B&H # BOPSA120S2). Here is a link for the product manual -- see page 15 for info regarding the power options. http://downloads.arturia.net/products/keystep/manual/KeyStep_Manual_1_0_0_EN.pdf

Q: 10. do i need an external tone generator for this keyboard to make a sound?

A: The StudioLogic SL88 is a MIDI controller with no built in sounds. An external sound modue or audio program will be needed.

Nancy B.	28/09/2024
[LCD] My husband played a real piano & keyboards he was younger but hasn't played for years. He wanted to start again and debated between the KeyLab 88 MKII and a more traditional stand alone piano-type keyboard. He's so happy we went this route. He uses it with Logic Pro and feels the KeyLab offers the perfect amount of features without adding unnecessary things. He hasn't yet figured it all out, but it's great to sit down and play freely or to record using the software and create a song. The build is excellent, with a metal body and wood accents. The action of the key bed is excellent and is much closer to a real piano than non-weighted keys. The additional weight of the keys makes playing at different volume levels very easy. One complain that he had was the lack of documentation on how to set it up and integrate it with different DAWs, but Arturia's tech support is top notch and quickly replied with a long and detailed emailing showing step by step directions on how to set it up with Logic Pro. Plus, their website has a great FAQ section and detailed user manuals that cover how to use most of the keyboard's features. In addition to a great keyboard, the unit comes with some wonderful software. It includes Ableton Live Lite for those who don't already have a DAW. It also comes with Piano V/V2, which is a piano software add-on worth $249 by itself and Analog Lab, which is a collection of older (from the 80s I think), classic synthesizer sounds worth $199. So, the keyboard itself is a great item for the price, but when all the additional software is included, the KeyLab 88 MkII is a wonderful item. 5

Andrei	24/09/2024
[48.1 lb] This thing is really sturdy and has very good keyboard feel. There are better-feeling keyoards but nowhere near this price range. The pads are surprisingly good as well. Connectivity is above expectations especially when paired to Analog Lab or the included presets. 5

Michael	19/09/2024
[LCD] I use it as a MIDI keyboard, a sequencer, an arpeggiator, and then do all of that with the CV too. It's great. 5

Michael	19/09/2024
[LCD] I use it as a MIDI keyboard, a sequencer, an arpeggiator, and then do all of that with the CV too. It's great. 5

William	15/08/2024
[LCD] Arturia's BeatStep Pro is a very welcome addition to my hardware. I have been able to use it in place of keys in a lot more situations that I expected. With this in my collection, I was also able to grow the confidence to let go of a drum machine I had held onto for too long. I had looked at a couple of sequencers because my main synthesizer did not have one built in. It is a nice piece, and I looked at a lot of nice sequencers. The BeatStep Pro kept getting good reviews, so I picked one up expecting to sell it when I purchased another. Well, I kept using it and ended up setting a couple of other pieces free. It is really nice to work with. My biggest issue is one that runs across a lot of pieces. Arturia has created an extensive .pdf manual. At times the page count reminds me of Devarahi's textbook (length more than raw info). I think Arturia could distill this information into a 30 page manual included with the BSP. We could then have it for easy reference. 5

William	15/08/2024
[LCD] Arturia's BeatStep Pro is a very welcome addition to my hardware. I have been able to use it in place of keys in a lot more situations that I expected. With this in my collection, I was also able to grow the confidence to let go of a drum machine I had held onto for too long. I had looked at a couple of sequencers because my main synthesizer did not have one built in. It is a nice piece, and I looked at a lot of nice sequencers. The BeatStep Pro kept getting good reviews, so I picked one up expecting to sell it when I purchased another. Well, I kept using it and ended up setting a couple of other pieces free. It is really nice to work with. My biggest issue is one that runs across a lot of pieces. Arturia has created an extensive .pdf manual. At times the page count reminds me of Devarahi's textbook (length more than raw info). I think Arturia could distill this information into a 30 page manual included with the BSP. We could then have it for easy reference. 5

William	15/08/2024
[LCD] Arturia's BeatStep Pro is a very welcome addition to my hardware. I have been able to use it in place of keys in a lot more situations that I expected. With this in my collection, I was also able to grow the confidence to let go of a drum machine I had held onto for too long. I had looked at a couple of sequencers because my main synthesizer did not have one built in. It is a nice piece, and I looked at a lot of nice sequencers. The BeatStep Pro kept getting good reviews, so I picked one up expecting to sell it when I purchased another. Well, I kept using it and ended up setting a couple of other pieces free. It is really nice to work with. My biggest issue is one that runs across a lot of pieces. Arturia has created an extensive .pdf manual. At times the page count reminds me of Devarahi's textbook (length more than raw info). I think Arturia could distill this information into a 30 page manual included with the BSP. We could then have it for easy reference. 5

John	08/08/2024
[48.1 lb] My order came surprisingly quick and was exactly what I ordered 5

John	08/08/2024
[48.1 lb] My order came surprisingly quick and was exactly what I ordered 5

Austin	04/08/2024
[48.1 lb] A really good option if you're looking for a mid-sized midi keyboard that also has solid integration with many DAWs (Logic here). Especially rad if you use some Arturia VSTs, as the integration there is especially tight. Has some really cool features I dig; check out YT vids for the rundown. No aftertouch, but it also isn't priced for aftertouch. Included software is really nice. 40%(ish) recycled plastic, heck yeah. An excellent board for surfin sounds. 5