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Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 49-key Keyboard Controller - White

49-key MIDI Controller Keyboard with Aftertouch, 12 Pressure-sensitive Performance Pads, 9 Faders, 9 Encoders, Sustain/Auxiliary Pedal Inputs, and USB-C Power - White
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Your Key to the Contemporary Controller Standard

They say the third time's a charm — and that axiom holds true in the case of Arturia's KeyLab mk3. The tertiary iteration of the company's iconic controller line brings forth an amalgamation of upgraded controls, expression, and included software tools, leaving producers and performers alike with an armory of professional-level musical utilities. A new 3.5-inch full-color display is the KeyLab mk3's immediately noticeable feature, servicing onboard integration with Arturia Software, Ableton Live, FL Studio, and more for solid visual reference during performances and recording sessions. Additionally, the mk3 has been fitted with USB-C power to ensure compatibility with most modern and future setups, complete with all required pedal inputs for excellent integration with any pre-existing rig. Aside from every updated asset onboard the KeyLab mk3, it has retained its sturdy aluminum structure and meticulous wooden paneling — a tip of the cap to Arturia's constructional roots while ensuring top-tier rigidity for any playing environment.

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Updated keybed boasts brilliant modern control

Updated and designed to retain the utmost in Arturia's latest playability standards, the KeyLab mk3 is armed with an entirely enhanced keybed, loaded with expressive functionality that keeps both producer and performer in mind. With 49 keys of tactile velocity and aftertouch control, you'll apply boundless new dynamic possibilities onstage, navigating high-octane play with any loaded plug-in, synth, or hardware device. Plus, nine encoders, 12 pressure-sensitive performance pads, and onboard sustain and auxiliary pedal inputs further drive personal control and sonic manipulation to soaring new heights. Take it from Sweetwater's astute Arturia advocates: the KeyLab mk3 is among the company's most enterprising controllers to date.

Immediate instrumental potential

As with past KeyLab models, the mk3 arrives with no shortage of software and instrumentation to ensure immediate creativity right out of the gate. Kick things off with an included copy of Ableton Live Lite, a professional-level DAW servicing a bounty of onboard tools for seamless arrangement and composition control. Within, feel free to include the KeyLab mk3's bundled NI The Gentlemen, Loopcloud, and Melodics software — not to mention an all-access pass to Arturia's Analog Lab Pro software, containing over 2,000 vintage-inspired and contemporary instrument presets for instant inspiration and control over your sound. Topped off with built-in integration with all the aforementioned programs, the KeyLab mk3 makes defining, managing, and manifesting your creative ideas a breeze.

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 Features:

  • Professional 49-key MIDI controller for dynamic play and performances
  • Velocity and aftertouch-enabled keys provide enhanced playing response and dynamics
  • Sturdy aluminum and wood construction meets the demands of studio and stage use
  • Full-color 3.5-in. display with 8 contextual buttons for seamless sound source control
  • 9 onboard faders and potentiometers guide seamless control over assigned parameters
  • 12 pressure-sensitive pads with 4 built-in banks
  • Front-panel transport and DAW command buttons with Scale Mode, Arpeggiator, and Chord Play tools
  • Built-in integration with Arturia Software, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio
  • Bidirectional communication with major DAWs
  • Sustain, expression, and auxiliary pedal inputs for expanded dynamics control
  • USB-C powered ensures compatibility with most modern setups
  • Bundled with access to Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, NI The Gentleman, Loopcloud, and Melodics for immediate use

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Tech Specs

  • Type: KeyLab Mk3 Keyboard Controller
  • Number of Keys: 49
  • Type of Keys: Synth-action
  • Velocity Sensitive: Yes
  • Aftertouch: Yes
  • Pads: 12 x Velocity/Pressure-sensitive Pads
  • Other Controllers: 3.5" Display with 8 Contextual Buttons, Pitch/Mod Wheels
  • Encoders/Pots: 9 x 360° Potentiometers
  • Faders: 9 x Faders
  • Dedicated Transport Control: Yes
  • Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (sustain), 1 x 1/4" (expression), 1 x 1/4" (aux)
  • MIDI I/O: In/Out
  • USB: 1 x USB-C
  • Computer Connectivity: USB
  • Software: Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, NI The Gentleman, Loopcloud, Melodics
  • Format: VST, AAX, AU, NKS
  • Hardware Requirements - Mac: 4GB RAM, 4-core CPU 3.4GHz (or M1 CPU), 3GB Drive Space
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: 4GB RAM, 4-core CPU 3.4GHz, 3GB Drive Space
  • OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 11 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 (64-bit) or later
  • Color: White
  • Power Supply: USB Powered
  • Height: 2.3"
  • Width: 31"
  • Depth: 11"
  • Weight: 17.4 lbs
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 231621

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The best midi keyboard under $!

I have owned the Keylab essential mk3 and the Novation launchkey mk4. This feels like it should cost at least $ more than those. When you take it out of the box you can see and feel the quality of this, it feels more like a legit keyboard instead of a midi controller. The keys are bar none the best synth action keys I have ever played. The essential version is a good keyboard/controller, better than the leaunchkey, but if you can afford this version you should get it. The Novation feels like a toy compared to this, and the software that is included is worth as much if not more than the price of the keyboard. HUGE value for money with this, Arturia is ahead of the game compared to novation and some of the others.

by RONNIE BROWN from CHERRYVILLE, NC on
Music background: Cover bands, original bands and now mostly modern worship with 10+ years as a worship musician and leader and almost 25 years as musician altogether
Amazingly easy to use, yet extremely powerful at the same time!
I needed a midi keyboard controller for my studio, but I just could not decide on which one would work best for me. I called my sales engineer (shout out to Michael Johnstone!) and he asked all the right questions that helped me choose the Arturia KeyLab MK3 49. It only took me about 15 minutes from unboxing it to getting it hooked up with my DAW and I was off and running. The keybed feels great and the controls are very intuitive. The happy surprise was the quality of sounds from all of the free software that comes with the KeyLab. Truly the best pianos, pads and sound FX I have in my arsenal now. Oh, and just how easy is it to set up and use? I am a bass player (and I could do it)!
by Dale Titus from Sacramento, CA on
Music background: Professional bassist
Review for Ableton and Studio One usage
So I got this for both Ableton and Studio One. Here's my experience.

With the bundled software, it is great. I also picked up V Collection X on sale and with that, this keyboard is THE BOMB. It is amazing.
The Ableton interface works and is better than average. I like it a lot. It's focused and works really well, especially when you set the soft pickup for the endless encoders correctly. Paired with the Push 3 for being able to launch scenes and control things.... My setup is focused, clean, supremely flexible, and POWERFUL. I LOVE IT. It's an absolute dream.

The pads are surprisingly good! The velocity settings are EXACTLY what I wanted. Going in and setting them to Logarithmic was a god send. They still react supremely well, but your not just having to set it to full scale to work well. It's the best I've ever used, with the exception of the Push 3, which is the best.

The interface and controls are really easy to understand and the workflow is really good. The random function has been super fun and great for just getting inspiration or happy accidents type things.

In other words, it's a great keyboard and I highly recommend it. The after touch seems a bit difficult to do, but I haven't messed with that that much.

As for Studio One integration, it is obviously not perfect. I hate that studio one never seems to have scripts or integration made for it. But I did get this working in Studio One with zero issues. The tap and metronome buttons don't work out of the box, but are easily mapped, which I'll probably map to a macro of my choice. I would have loved to have the extra buttons under the faders, but the lower cost of the keyboard makes that okay. I can live without it and am planning on getting a SteamDeck anyways.

Studio One doesn't have soft pickup for endless encoders so that is a Massive problem if you're planning on using this live. For normal tracking, the values will jump which is not great. But that's studio one being behind the times and not the keyboard's fault.

The ability to switch banks for doing faders for the SO mixer is nice, but it's not integrated well. It doesn't show you where you're at but does move by banks of 8. If you have folders, it doesn't care and will still control the faders within the folders if they are closed. I imagine that if you set up your fader visibility with scenes, then this would be the best way to work for sure.

The last thing is that the endless encoder knobs are pretty stiff in their movement. But based on experience, they should loosen up with usage. Not a deal breaker, but takes getting used to.o I got this for both Ableton and Studio One. Here's my experience.

With the bundled software, it is great. I also picked up V Collection X on sale and with that, this keyboard is THE BOMB. It is amazing.
The Ableton interface works and is better than average. I like it a lot. It's focused and works really well, especially when you set the soft pickup for the endless encoders correctly. Paired with the Push 3 for being able to launch scenes and control things.... My setup is focused, clean, supremely flexible, and POWERFUL. I LOVE IT. It's an absolute dream.

The pads are surprisingly good! The velocity settings are EXACTLY what I wanted. Going in and setting them to Logarithmic was a god send. They still react supremely well, but your not just having to set it to full scale to work well. It's the best I've ever used, with the exception of the Push 3, which is the best.

The interface and controls are really easy to understand and the workflow is really good. The random function has been super fun and great for just getting inspiration or happy accidents type things.

In other words, it's a great keyboard and I highly recommend it. The after touch seems a bit difficult to do, but I haven't messed with that that much.

As for Studio One integration, it is obviously not perfect. I hate that studio one never seems to have scripts or integration made for it. But I did get this working in Studio One with zero issues. The tap and metronome buttons don't work out of the box, but are easily mapped, which I'll probably map to a macro of my choice. I would have loved to have the extra buttons under the faders, but the lower cost of the keyboard makes that okay. I can live without it and am planning on getting a SteamDeck anyways.

Note that I also play guitar, so the ability to hook up my Mission Engineering expression pedal for using in Neural DSP is another big reason that I got this.
by Cemetery Souls Music from Ammon, ID on
I had bought the cheaper version of this (which I returned (it was a toy), but this one rocks
I had bought the Arturia KeyLab Essential mk3 49-key, which was like buying a toy (and: two keys were intermittent). I returned it. BUT, I had played a friend's Keylab 49, and loved it, so I ordered it as a replacement: what a good decision, and worth every penny more in price. They keys feel fantastic, as does every other control on the unit. The LED screen is very useful, and a decent size. The control buttons are backlit, too. I've yet tried to intfegrated it into controlling Logic Pro X, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed. (It was a nightmare with the "Essential" unit). I highly recommend this keyboard.
by Robert Fine from Los Angeles, CA on
Just feels right
I don't exactly know why, but this MIDI controller just feels good, and looks good too. The bundled Arturia Keylab VST instruments are truly inspiring. Highly recommended.
by Sweetwater Customer from FL on
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