Arturia – KeyLab 88 MkII – 88-Key MIDI and Modular Controller for Music Production – Expressive Piano-Weighted Keybed, 16 Pads, 9 Faders, 9 Knobs – Software Included (Black)

Price: $999.00
(as of Nov 26, 2024 23:01:39 UTC – Details)

Product Description

Whatever creative direction your music takes you in, this controller will help you master it. Hugely expressive piano-weighted keybed, high quality build, amazing integration with a top-notch software collection, KeyLab MkII has it all.

Piano action controller keyboard + powerful software instruments

KeyLab 88 MkII is a piano-feel master controller that’s a joy to play, looks the part, is built to last, features effortless integration, and comes complete with a professional software instrument collection.

Piano feel, any sound. The industry standard controller keyboard just got even better.

Redefining what a controller is capable of, KeyLab 88 MkII takes all of the things that professional users loved about our premier piano-feel controller and infuses the powerful, contemporary “MkII” feature set. Now you can play any instrument, control any synth, perform with any modular rig, all with the timeless feeling of a piano at your fingertips.

The most expressive controller ever made, it also features multiple, assignable expression pedal inputs so you can have total control of your sound.

Looks that kill. It shouldn’t matter, but it does.

A full size controller keyboard is a big piece of kit, and if it’s going to be the centerpiece of your setup, it should look the part. KeyLab 88 MkII is not only packed full of awesome features, it looks like a timeless, well designed piece of studio gear that’s designed to be used day in, day out, and inspire you.

With smart-mapping controls, clear labels, and even unique magnetic strips for each DAW, KeyLab 88 MkII takes the guesswork out of playing, recording, and mixing. The rotary knobs, faders, and buttons are all automatically assigned to the most appropriate parameters in any Arturia software instrument, but it doesn’t stop there! KeyLab 88 MkII features CV/gate connectivity so you can also control your modular rig and vintage synths. It features MIDI ports, as well as MIDI over USB. It can even draw all its power via the same USB connection!

This amazing workhorse features some seriously useful add-ons. Nicely designed, but satisfyingly “low-tech”, these hardware options let you configure this controller to your taste.

Ultimate expression : KeyLab 88 MkII features one of the finest hammer-action, piano-weighted, aftertouch-enabled keybeds ever made: the Fatar TP/100LR. When a light-weight keyboard simply won’t do, Arturia’s premier controller keyboard rises to the challenge of even the most demanding pianists and session players. The superb Fatar design is well known in the industry as the “weapon of choice” when it comes to high quality keybeds, providing beautifully tactile response. A weighted hammer action with real moving mechanical parts perfectly emulates the iconic balance and strike feeling of a traditional acoustic piano, but with all the benefits of a modern MIDI controller.

Who are you? This isn’t just a MIDI controller. It’s a gateway to a better music-making experience.

An aspiring producer

You want to make your mark on the industry. KeyLab 88 MkII brings the feel, features, and huge sound palette you need for your journey.

A demanding session player

Capture every nuance of your performance and enjoy a robust tour-ready construction – KeyLab 88 MkII is built with expression and reliability in mind.

A busy professional

Composer, producer, engineer – you need your gear to enhance your workflow. KeyLab 88 MkII makes instrument & DAW control intuitive, efficient, and musical.

Amazing software bundle. Awesome integration. Smart and simple.

Whether you’re an experienced veteran of the industry, or just starting out as a music producer, you’ll love the awesome instruments that come with KeyLab MkII 88.

Analog Lab V: Your very own vintage keyboard collection. Your one-stop instrument for synth inspiration. Analog Lab gives you instant access to over 2,000 world-class keyboard, synth, piano, and organ sounds. Easily browse by style and characteristics, create powerful combi sounds, and enjoy smart-mapping that exactly matches the controls of your KeyLab.Ableton Live Lite: An introduction to one of the most intuitive, popular production platforms around. An introduction to one of the most popular recording and performing platforms in the world, Ableton Live Lite lets you record, effect, mix, and export your tracks, so you can start making music straight out of the box, even if you don’t already own a DAW. Live Lite can also help you hit the stage with performance controls!Piano V: An essential instrument for any songwriter’s sound palette. The be-all and end-all of piano software instruments. Piano V is like having a customizable studio full of classic upright, concert grand, and esoteric pianos. Each one tuned to perfection, ready for you to explore. Recreated through physical modelling, you can change the tonality and response in any way you like.Wurli V: Golden tines of the golden times, a magical stage keyboard. “You’re My Best Friend”, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine”, “, “Get Back”, all these classic tracks used the famous Wurlitzer to pulse away with that vibrant, organic tone. Now you can use this classic instrument, reborn in software, and become inspired by the same sound that captivated Queen, Marvin Gaye, and The Beatles.Vox Continental V: Raucous, staurated organ tones to beef up any sound. Need that burning organ tone that was loved by everyone from The Doors to The Stranglers? The transistor circuitry and drawbars behind this classic organ have been perfectly recreated in software, letting you play the sound of some of the greatest hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and beyond. Light your fire!

Perfect Analog Lab integration: Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls.

Standalone or plug-in operation: VST, VST3, AU, AAX.

Over 7000 TAE powered preset sounds from Arturia’s award-winning V Collection

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HAMMER-ACTION FATAR KEYBED: Play any instrument, control any synth, perform with any modular rig, all with the timeless feeling of a piano at your fingertips. KeyLab 88 MkII features multiple, assignable expression pedal inputs so you can have total control of your sound. It’s perfect for modern keyboard players, pianists, demanding stage performers, and professional producers. This stage and studio solution sets a new standard in professional controller keyboards.
EXPRESSIVE AND INSPIRING: More than a simple MIDI controller, KeyLab MkII is a finely crafted tool that brings out the best in its users. Its aftertouch-enabled keybed will delight synth players; the 9 faders can control the virtual drawbars of an organ one moment, and at the flick of a switch, control the levels in your DAW; custom chords can be stored within the performance pads for intuitive live triggering, so you can play lead on the keys, and create lush soundscape on the pads.
INSPIRING SOFTWARE INCLUDED: Get access to thousands of synth and keyboard sounds and a new dedicated performance mode (Analog Lab 4); enjoy a masterful collection of physically modeled pianos (Arturia Piano V); and make great-sounding tracks in full (Ableton Live Lite). The package also includes Wurli V, Arturia’s amazingly accurate physical model of the classic Wurlitzer 200A electric piano.
CONNECTIVITY GALORE: In addition to the full-sized MIDI in and out connectors, we have spiced the KeyLab 88 MkII with 4 CV outputs and a CV input. Leading the way in modular control, users can send pitch, gate, and 2 modulation sources to analog gear. This full-featured controller also boasts 5 expression pedal inputs to satisfy even the most advanced performance setups.
2-YEAR WARRANTY: KeyLab 88 MkII is a controller that you can count on, with extensive testing, high-quality components, and a smart design that’s built to last. It comes with a 2-year warranty, so you can get creative safely in the knowledge that it can go the distance.