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They say the third time's a charm, and that axiom holds true in the case of Arturia's KeyLab 88 mk3 ? an apparatus of untethered expression, thanks to its full-size, hammer-action keybed. 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. For this 88-key iteration, Arturia’s supplied dedicated stands for sheet music and a laptop or other smart device. 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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Fully weighted keys, exacting precision, and nuanced expression





Contrasted with its series siblings, Arturia’s KeyLab 88 mk3 was built for bona fide piano performance without sacrificing the full force of artistic possibilities that Arturia’s virtual-synth-laden ecosystem supplies. To that end, the KeyLab 88 mk3 is outfitted with a state-of-the-art Fatar TP/110 keybed, honed and fine-tuned by Arturia to maximize control and expression. What’s more, the 88 hammer-action keys are fully weighted and designed with complete aftertouch compatibility. Real piano feel meets satisfying tactility and unrivaled precision, allowing for expressive, nuanced performances that span all manners of keyboard possibilities.





Control beyond the keys





Updated and designed to retain the utmost in Arturia's latest playability standards, the KeyLab mk3 is armed with a slew of performance appointments, taking the velocity-sensitive and aftertouch-capable control of its 88-key array to dazzling heights of evocative expression. Its nine faders and 360-degree rotary potentiometers are touch-sensitive and completely customizable, ensuring your sonic setup is suited to your style and uncompromising in control. Plus, 12 pressure-sensitive performance pads complement the onboard sustain and auxiliary pedal inputs, further driving 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 88 mk3 Features:


Professional 88-key MIDI controller for dynamic play and performances


Fatar TP/110 keybed has been refined by Arturia for cutting-edge control, with fully weighted, hammer-action keys


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