ARTURIA KEYLAB ESSENTIAL 61 MK2

With its rock-solid build quality, superior ergonomics and expressivity, and the sheer control it provides over your virtual instruments and DAW software, the Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 has raised the bar for professional MIDI controller keyboards. Onstage or in the studio, you need a keyboard controller that gets the job done. Unlike many keyboard controllers constructed entirely of plastic, the KeyLab MkII features a lightweight yet rugged aluminum chassis that can stand up to the most grueling tour schedules.

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Ultra-responsive keyboard action with 61 aftertouch-enabled keys
Lightweight, roadworthy aluminum chassis
Advanced configurable interface
16 RGB backlit performance pads
9 large faders
9 rotary encoders
5 expression control inputs
4 CV output jacks
Smart category controls
MIDI and USB connectivity
Deep software integration and DAW-specific magnetic overlays

Technical Specification

Type: Keyboard Controller
Number of Keys: 61
Type of Keys: Semi-weighted
Velocity Sensitive: Yes
Aftertouch: Yes
Pads: 16 x Backlit, Velocity-sensitive
Other Controllers: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
Encoders/Pots: 9
Faders: 9
Dedicated Transport Control: Yes
Pedal Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (sustain), 1 x 1/4" (expression), 3 x 1/4" (aux)
MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB
USB: 1 x Type B
Other I/O: 1 x 1/8" (CV in), 4 x 1/8" (CV out, gate out, mod 1, mod 2)
Computer Connectivity: USB
Software: Analog Lab, Ableton Live Lite, Piano V2, Arturia MIDI Control Center
Format: VST, AU, AAX (Analog Lab)
Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Multi-core processor, 4GB RAM minimum
Hardware Requirements - PC: AMD / Intel Multi-core processor, 4GB RAM minimum
OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.11.6 or later
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 SP1 or later
Power Supply: USB bus power, 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
Height: 2.10"
Width: 34.50"
Depth: 11.70"
Weight: 15.4 lbs.

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