Description

Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 Black is a premium 88-key MIDI master keyboard (7 octaves and 1/4) with Fatar TP/110 hammer-action mechanism, aftertouch and a 3.5" color display for immediate control of DAWs, software, and hardware instruments. KeyLab 88 mk3 is the full-range version of the KeyLab mk3 series: a MIDI controller built for serious keyboard players, featuring piano-action keys and a comprehensive control surface for DAW environments. In this black variant, it perfectly suits studios with controlled lighting and stages, while retaining the same wooden panels and aluminum components as the white version.

Fatar TP/110 Keyboard, Dynamics, and Aftertouch

The fully-weighted Fatar TP/110 mechanism with hammer action is designed to deliver a credible piano touch to virtual and hardware instruments. The sensitivity to velocity, release velocity, and aftertouch (channel aftertouch) adds a level of expressiveness useful for strings, pads, synths, and automations; moreover, aftertouch curves and response are adjustable to suit the user's personal style.

Color Display and Immediate Parameter Control

The 3.5" full-color display (480x320px) with 8 contextual buttons simplifies software control and preset searching, providing constant readable feedback on parameters, editing, and settings for visual confirmation of all parameters. In Arturia mode, the mapping of Analog Lab Pro's Macros provides immediate tonal control, while in User Mode, you can build custom programs and recall them on the fly.

Touch-Sensitive Controls, Pads, and Performance

9 360° encoders and 9 faders are touch-sensitive: with a simple touch, they can recall information and values on the screen, increasing precision and awareness during mixing and sound design. The 12 velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, with 4 banks, cover finger drumming, clip launching, and extended mapping, with a consistent logic between live and studio.

DAW, MCU/HUI, and NKS Integration

KeyLab 88 mk3 integrates dedicated mappings for Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio and supports MCU and HUI protocols, allowing control of mixers, plug-ins, and transport with contextual feedback. NKS compatibility further expands integration with third-party software ecosystems, maintaining a centralized workflow.

Creative Functions for Composition and Ideation

Scale Mode keeps notes within the selected scale; Chord Play allows you to play chords and progressions with "intelligent" voicings; the Arpeggiator includes randomization functions useful for generative patterns. These tools are designed to quickly transform a progression into playable material, especially when working with split/layer on 88 keys.

Connections, Pedals, and Standalone Use

The USB-C connection handles power and data to our controller; the MIDI DIN In/Out connectors allow you to control external instruments or use the keyboard as a MIDI/USB interface. There are inputs for sustain, expression, and aux pedals, which are configurable and calibratable. For performances without a computer, the KeyLab can be powered by an optional 12V DC 1A power supply.

Included Software and Equipment

The included bundle is designed to get you started producing and playing right away: Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, and a selection of instruments/effects (Mini V, Piano V, Augmented Strings, Rev PLATE-140), as well as Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select (optional) and Loopcloud & Melodics content. The package also includes a music stand and computer support, plus a USB cable (C/A), quick start guide, and registration card.

Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 Black Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 88 fully-weighted hammer-action Fatar TP/110 keys, velocity, release velocity, and aftertouch sensitive (channel aftertouch)
• Controls: 9 touch-sensitive encoders + 9 touch-sensitive faders
• Pads: 12 RGB velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, with 4 Pad Banks
• Display: 3.5" 320x480 px full-color display with 8 contextual buttons
• Creative functions: Scale mode, Arpeggiator (with Random mode), Chord mode
• Integration: dedicated mappings for Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, Bitwig Studio; MCU & HUI support
• DAW controls: transport and operational commands (save, undo, redo, etc.)
• Connectivity: USB-C, MIDI DIN In/Out, sustain/expression/aux pedal inputs
• Power: via USB-C; standalone operation with optional 12V DC 1A power supply
• Included software: Analog Lab Pro, Mini V, Piano V, Augmented Strings, Rev PLATE-140, Ableton Live Lite, NI The Gentleman, Loopcloud and Melodics subscriptions
• Package contents: Quick Start, Registration card, USB cable (C/A)
• Dimensions and weight: product 1295x323x113mm; 15.7kg

To obtain the included software:

Create an account and register the instrument on the Arturia website. (click here)

Note: Software applications are included free of charge for promotional purposes and may vary over time without notice. Algam EKO is solely responsible for the hardware instrument and cannot provide technical or commercial assistance for the free bundled or third-party software used with the product. For software support, consult the manual or online help for the software used.

Note: The use of authorization codes, i.e., the download and activation of the free bundled software, voids the right of withdrawal.