Arturia Keylab MKII 61 Controller Keyboard (White) overview from GAK
To begin with, the Arturia Keylab MKII 61 offers a higher level of expression than found on many controllers before it, sporting the very same synth
The Keylab II 61's layout has been carefully designed to
One of the most impressive things about the Keylab II is its build quality, the chassis is made from incredibly strong yet light weight
Purchase of the Keylab II 61 also comes with a superb software package to get you started with everything you need for writing and recording sounds. Every Keylab II 61 packs a range of software instruments including the Arturia 'Piano V' studio hosting a collection of physically
The Arturia Keylab II is unlike most Keyboard/MIDI controllers out there, it boasts superior quality, finish, connectivity and control when compared to any controllers in its price range and for that reason, it's one of our
- ● Premium software included: every version of KeyLab MkII comes complete with inspiring software instruments, including Arturia’s venerable physically modelled piano studio Piano V, the inspiring preset collection Analog Lab, and Ableton Live Lite. No other controller comes close.
- ● Luxury keyboard: sporting the same opulent synth keybed as Arturia’s flagship MatrixBrute, KeyLab MkII lets keyboard players truly express themselves with 61-notes.
- ● Modular connectivity: hook up to external synths and modules using CV pitch, gate, and 2 modulation controls.
- ● Configurable inputs: this full-featured controller not only features sustain and expression inputs, but also 3 configurable aux inputs for total creative control over your sound, both on stage and in the studio.
- ● 16 Pads: multi-function RGB performance pads not only let you accurately capture percussive playing, but also play pre-programmed chords, and easily switch control maps.
- ● Tactile controls: 9 large faders and 9 rotary knobs give you full control over your DAW projects and also your instrument and effect parameters thanks to intelligent mapping.
- ● Total integration: KeyLab MkII gives unfettered access to every element of Arturia’s own software instruments. The ideal controller for V Collection owners.
- ● DAW control with magnetic overlays: with KeyLab MkII, you never need to guess if you’re hitting the right button. Magnetic overlays for the 10 most popular DAWs are provided so you can use all 16 transport controls for maximum effect.
- ● Luxury build: housed in a glorious aluminium chassis, capped with real wood side panels, and featuring the same gorgeous machined aluminium mod and pitch bend wheels as the MiniBrute 2, KeyLab MkII adds a touch of class to any studio setting.
- ● Quick access buttons: need a piano sound? Hit the piano button, and the included Analog Lab 3 software will show you your options. Want a lead, or bass? You know what to do...
- ● Premium software included: every version of KeyLab MkII comes complete with inspiring software instruments, including Arturia’s venerable physically modelled piano studio Piano V, the inspiring preset collection Analog Lab, and Ableton Live Lite. No other controller comes close.
- ● Luxury keyboard: sporting the same opulent synth keybed as Arturia’s flagship MatrixBrute, KeyLab MkII lets keyboard players truly express themselves with 61-notes.
- ● Modular connectivity: hook up to external synths and modules using CV pitch, gate, and 2 modulation controls.
- ● Configurable inputs: this full-featured controller not only features sustain and expression inputs, but also 3 configurable aux inputs for total creative control over your sound, both on stage and in the studio.
- ● 16 Pads: multi-function RGB performance pads not only let you accurately capture percussive playing, but also play pre-programmed chords, and easily switch control maps.
- ● Tactile controls: 9 large faders and 9 rotary knobs give you full control over your DAW projects and also your instrument and effect parameters thanks to intelligent mapping.
- ● Total integration: KeyLab MkII gives unfettered access to every element of Arturia’s own software instruments. The ideal controller for V Collection owners.
- ● DAW control with magnetic overlays: with KeyLab MkII, you never need to guess if you’re hitting the right button. Magnetic overlays for the 10 most popular DAWs are provided so you can use all 16 transport controls for maximum effect.
- ● Luxury build: housed in a glorious aluminium chassis, capped with real wood side panels, and featuring the same gorgeous machined aluminium mod and pitch bend wheels as the MiniBrute 2, KeyLab MkII adds a touch of class to any studio setting.
- ● Quick access buttons: need a piano sound? Hit the piano button, and the included Analog Lab 3 software will show you your options. Want a lead, or bass? You know what to do...
FINANCE
Customer reviews
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30/11/2020
I been using a very old cheapo keyboard up until now. This feels like quality, solid build and has nice key action. Not a pianist myself, but the keys have a nice sensitive action. Its lovely.
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22/1/2020
Great control when used in Analog Lab, control over individual V Collection instruments is very disappointing as knob/fader controls not automatically mapped. Also why nine knobs instead of ten to match the number in analog lab? Keyboard action is great, but the pads have a poor feel for velocity. Build is very solid, unit is pretty heavy so good for stability but not so much for portability.
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11/11/2019
Great controller. Excellent quality. Does a lot more than what I need at the moment but I am enjoying working my way through the numerous features. No doubt I will “grow” into it. Recommended
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31/7/2019
This is a quality keyboard and I don't doubt an excellent midi controller for people who need to control synths that don't have their own integrated keyboard. However, I was disappointed with the software integration for the plug in synths that are bundled with the hardware. It didn't "just work" as advertised. Even though I have a very fast new pc with the latest installs, I found that the bundled apps crashed and / or didn't recognise midi signals from the keyboard. I ended up having to restart both apps and the computer to get it to work again. All in all I found the experience of trying to use it with the "integrated" software to be too frustrating - I don't get much studio time & I don't want to spend it sorting out digital glitches. I returned this item.