Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 mk B-Stock

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USB MIDI Keyboard

88 velocity-sensitive keys
Eight velocity-sensitive pads with aftertouch
One stepped encoder
Nine rotary controls
Nine faders (30 mm)
Transport section
2.5" LCD display
Pitch bend and modulation wheel
Scale mode
Chord play mode
Arpeggiator
Mackie/HUI Control compatible
Seamless integration with Analog Lab (included)
USB class compliant
NKS support for direct control of over 2,000 NKS-compatible instruments and effects
Includes free Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select Bundle for a genre of your choice for immediate testing and use of the NKS functionality
Dimensions (W x H x D): 1258 x 88 x 255 mm
Weight: 8.2 kg
Colour: White
Includes Arturia Analog Lab software, Ableton Live Lite licence, UVI Model D piano licence and Native Instruments The Gentleman pianos

Connectors:

Control pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
MIDI output: 5-pin DIN
USB-C connection (supplies power as well as MIDI and control information)

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88-key universal MIDI controller

Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 MK3 White, universal MIDI controller

KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 is Arturia's full-length universal MIDI controller, combining an 88-note semi-weighted hybrid synth-piano keybed with streamlined DAW integration and creative performance tools. Its velocity-sensitive keyboard spans seven octaves, making it well suited to piano-based compositions, layered textures, and contemporary production workflows. Designed to bridge software instruments and recording environments, it offers hands-on control over virtual instruments and mixing tasks alike. A bright 2.5" LCD display with contextual buttons puts chord, scale, and arpeggiator functions at the player's fingertips, while pre-mapped integration with Analog Lab Pro and major DAWs (via custom scripts) ensures immediate compatibility. Far more than a basic MIDI keyboard, KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 operates as a cohesive control centre for studio or stage use. Its robust housing, set off nicely by Arturia's signature wood-look endpieces, comes in a black and a white finish.

Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 MK3 White, keybed and screen

Fully decked-out

For intuitive operation, the Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 organises its controls into clearly defined performance and production sections. Pitch and modulation wheels sit to the left alongside octave and transpose buttons for rapid range adjustment. Eight velocity- and pressure-sensitive RGB pads handle drum programming, clip launching and MIDI triggering, while dedicated buttons activate chord, scale, arpeggiator and Hold functions without menu diving. At the centre, the 2.5" LCD works with contextual buttons and a clickable encoder for browsing presets, adjusting parameters and managing DAW assignments. The Part function enables two-layer keyboard splits and quick switching between performance setups. A dedicated DAW Command Center manages transport control, including play, record, undo and metronome access, while nine rotary encoders and nine 30mm faders provide tactile control over mixer levels, plug-in parameters and automation.

Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 MK3 White, pitchbend and mod wheels

Performing keyboardists and modern producers

KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 is aimed at musicians who require the full span of an 88-note keyboard without the cost or complexity of a flagship controller. Pianists, composers, and songwriters benefit from its extended range for layered and split setups, while producers gain immediate control over DAW mixing, virtual instruments, and automation via the streamlined control surface. Equally suited to home studios, educational settings and live setups, it adapts easily to different workflows. Creative functions such as chord, scale, and arpeggiator modes help develop ideas while keeping operation straightforward. For players seeking a complete yet accessible production keyboard, Arturia's KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 balances range, control and affordability within a unified design.

About Arturia

Arturia's success story began with software emulations of well-known analogue synthesizers such as the Moog Minimoog, Sequential Prophet-5, and Oberheim SEM. The popular software instruments included in the V Collection are still flagship products of the French developer today. Over time, Arturia has gradually expanded its range and now also offers a host of hardware devices, ranging from synthesizers and keyboard controllers to sequencers. Since then, the former software developer has thus also become a household name in the world of analogue synthesizers and other equipment.

Connectivity and integration

Connectivity centres on USB-C, which provides bus power and MIDI communication with DAWs and the Arturia Software Center. A 5-pin MIDI output connects directly to external hardware instruments, extending its use beyond a purely software-based setup. The rear panel also includes a freely assignable pedal input for sustain, expression or footswitch control. Support for custom DAW scripts, alongside MCU and HUI protocols, ensures integration with major platforms including Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, FL Studio and Bitwig Studio. Seamless mapping with Analog Lab Pro and NKS compatibility further extend its adaptability within software-based environments. Up to six user presets can be stored internally, allowing tailored MIDI configurations for different production or performance contexts.

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A complete production starter suite

The KeyLab Essential 88 mk3 ships with a comprehensive software package designed to facilitate immediate music production. Analog Lab Pro provides over 2,000 presets drawn from Arturia's flagship V Collection, spanning synths, keys, and orchestral and hybrid textures with intuitively mapped macros for real-time sound shaping. Ableton Live Lite offers a streamlined version of Ableton’s production environment, while UVI Model D and Native Instruments' The Gentleman deliver detailed concert grand piano sounds. Users can select one Komplete 15 Select bundle – Beats, Band, or Electronic – tailored to their production style. A time-limited Loopcloud subscription adds access to royalty-free samples, and Melodics offers guided lessons for developing keyboard and pad technique. As bundled software may evolve, the manufacturer's website should be consulted for current details.

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