KeyLab Essential 88
Expressive full-size controller with a focus on workflow.
With everything you need to express your musical ideas, take command of your studio, and perform like you've always dreamed, KeyLab Essential is an intuitive, powerful, carefully crafted controller with a full size keyboard.
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
Instrument dimensions
Size: 49.6 x 10.3 x 2.5 inches (1260 x 262 x 64 mm)
Weight: 18.7lb (8.5Kg)
Software Specifications
Includes Analog Lab V software with 2000 synth sounds
Includes Ableton Live Lite
Includes UVI Grand Piano model D
Ableton Live Lite - record, layer, and edit your sounds to create a finished song.
UVI Model D - Sample-based software recreation of Steinway classic.
Compatible with all major Digital Audio Workstation: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, Bitwig, Cubase, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Studio One [All product names, trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.]
Hardware Specifications
88 note, velocity sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel
Controllers: 1 clickable encoder, 9 encoders, 9 30mm faders, 6 transport switches, 4 command switches, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheel, 8 touch and pressure-sensitive pads
Connectivity: MIDI out, USB, Sustain pedal
Functions as a universal MIDI controller
Twin-line LCD screen
MCU/HUI control compatibility
Chord Play mode