KeyLab Essential 61 MK3 Black

61 Velocity-Sensitive Keys
Responsive synth-action keyboard that captures your playing dynamics for expressive performances.

Deep DAW Integration
Seamlessly controls major DAWs with dedicated transport buttons and automatic mapping for smooth workflow.

Analog Lab V Integration
Instantly browse, load, and control thousands of sounds with hands-on access to essential parameters.

8 RGB Performance Pads
Play drums, trigger clips, or launch samples with velocity and pressure sensitivity across two banks.

9 Knobs and 9 Faders
Shape sounds and mix tracks with intuitive, hands-on control over key parameters.

Arpeggiator
Turn held notes into rhythmic patterns with flexible modes, swing, and octave range.

Chord Mode
Play full chords from a single key, including custom or preset chord types.

Scale Mode
Stay in key effortlessly by limiting notes to a chosen scale and root.

Split and Multi Control
Divide the keyboard into two zones to play and control different sounds at once.

Pitch and Mod Wheels
Add movement and expression to leads, pads, and other sounds in real time.

Hold Function
Sustain notes or patterns without needing a pedal, freeing your hands for adjustments.

USB-C Connectivity
Connect and power the keyboard with a single cable for quick, simple setup.

MIDI Out and Pedal Input
Control external hardware and expand expression with sustain or expression pedals.

Custom User Programs
Create and recall personalized control setups to match your workflow

General Specifications
Device Type: USB MIDI Controller Keyboard
Keyboard: 61 Keys
Key Type: Velocity-Sensitive, Synth-Action
Aftertouch: No (Keys)
Pads: 8 Velocity- and Polyphonic Pressure-Sensitive RGB Pads
Pad Banks: 2 (Total 16 Assignable Pads)
Encoders: 9 Endless Rotary Encoders
Faders: 9 Faders
Main Encoder: Detented and Clickable
Display: Large Integrated LCD
Operating Modes: Arturia Mode, DAW Mode, User Mode (Up to 6 User Programs)
Arpeggiator: Built-In, Full-Featured
Chord Mode: Yes (User and Preset Chords)
Scale Mode: Yes (Multiple Scale Types)
Hold Function: Yes
Transpose: Semitone ±
Octave Shift: ±3 Octaves
DAW Integration: Deep Integration for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Bitwig Studio, FL Studio, Cubase
Control Protocols: MCU, HUI
Software Included: Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments The Gentleman, UVI Model D, Melodics, Loopcloud
Firmware Update: Via MIDI Control Center
Power Supply: USB-C Bus Powered
USB Connectivity: USB-C
MIDI Output: 5-Pin DIN MIDI Out
Pedal Input: 1 x 1/4" TRS (Sustain, Switch, or Expression)
Kensington Lock Slot: Yes

Keyboard
Number of Keys: 61
Velocity Sensitivity: Yes
Velocity Curve Adjustment: Via MIDI Control Center

Pads
Quantity: 8
Pad Banks: 2
Pad Sensitivity: Velocity and Polyphonic Aftertouch
Default MIDI Channel: 10

Controls
Transport Controls: Loop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Metronome, Stop, Play/Pause, Record, Tap Tempo
Additional DAW Controls: Save, Quantize, Undo, Redo
Pitch Wheel: Yes, Spring-Loaded
Modulation Wheel: Yes
Contextual Buttons: 4

Arpeggiator
Modes: Up, Down, Inclusive, Exclusive, Random, Order
Division: 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 (Straight and Triplet)
Gate: Adjustable
Swing: Adjustable
Octave Range: 0–3 Octaves
Sync: Internal or External

Chord Mode
Preset Chords: Octave, 5th, Major, Minor, Sus2, Sus4, Major 7, Minor 7, Major 9, Minor 9, Major 11, Minor 11
User Chord Memory: Yes

Scale Mode
Scale Types: Chromatic, Major, Minor, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Locrian, Harmonic Minor, Blues, Pentatonic Major, Pentatonic Minor, Japanese, Gypsy, Arabic, Freygish