ARTURIA

KeyLab Eseential 49 MK3 Aqua Marine

49-key hybrid synth-piano keys, DAW control, 9 faders, 8 pads, arpeggiator, chord play, scale mode, USB-C, eco design, Analog Lab, software bundle.


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Description

The Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Aquamarine is a stylish and practical MIDI keyboard controller designed to fit seamlessly into any modern music setup. Its distinctive Aquamarine finish adds a cool, calming touch to your creative space, while its layout focuses on giving you quick, intuitive control over your music. Ideal for producers of all experience levels, it combines tactile hardware with thoughtful software integration, helping you stay in your flow while composing, recording, or performing.

This 49-key controller features a comfortable synth-piano keybed with velocity sensitivity, complemented by a smartly arranged control surface. It includes nine faders, nine rotary encoders, RGB pads with two banks, transport controls, a modulation and pitch wheel, and a display with four contextual buttons. With pre-mapped support for major DAWs and deep integration with Arturia’s Analog Lab V software, it provides access to thousands of sounds. The included software bundle offers a range of production tools, including Ableton Live Lite, Komplete Select, UVI Model D, and more. Designed with eco-conscious materials and powered via USB-C, it brings together creative flexibility, ease of use, and elegant design in one compact package.

Features

Streamlined Music Creation
Designed to simplify your workflow with essential controls and a clean layout that feels intuitive.

Beautiful Aquamarine Finish
A special edition design that adds a cool, calming aesthetic to any creative space.

Ready for Any DAW
Custom scripts and pre-mapped controls offer seamless integration with popular DAWs like Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, and more.

Hands-On Control
Features faders, encoders, pads, wheels, and transport buttons to give you full command over your music tools.

Powerful Software Bundle
Includes Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select, UVI Model D, Loopcloud, and Melodics to jumpstart your creativity.

Creative Play Modes
Inspire new ideas with built-in Arpeggiator, Chord Play, and Scale mode functions.

Easy Plug-and-Play Setup
No complex setup required, just connect and start making music right away.

Eco-Friendly Design
Built with sustainability in mind while still offering premium quality at an affordable price.

Modern Connectivity
Features USB-C, MIDI out, and a multi-purpose pedal input for flexible studio setups.

Specifications

General Specifications
Device Type: Universal MIDI Controller Keyboard
Model: KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 Aqua Marine
Key Count: 49
Key Type: Velocity-sensitive, hybrid synth-piano feel
Color: Aqua Marine
Eco Design: 40% recycled plastic, 100% recyclable packaging, 18% reduced carbon footprint
Power: USB-C bus-powered

Keybed
Key Action: Semi-weighted hybrid synth-piano feel
Velocity Sensitivity: Yes
Aftertouch: No
Octave/Transpose Controls: Yes (semitone and octave transpose)

Controls & Interface
Pads: 8 RGB, velocity and pressure-sensitive pads (2 banks)
Faders: 9 x 30 mm
Encoders: 9 rotary encoders + 1 clickable main encoder
Transport Controls: 8 dedicated switches
Command Buttons: 4
Modulation Controls: 1 Mod Wheel, 1 Pitch Bend Wheel
Display: 2.5” LCD screen with contextual buttons and real-time parameter feedback
Smart Features: Chord Mode, Scale Mode, Multi-mode Arpeggiator, Hold Function

DAW & Software Integration
DAW Control: MCU/HUI protocol support
DAW Scripts: Custom scripts for Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Cubase, Bitwig Studio
Analog Lab Integration: Seamless preset browsing and parameter control
User Presets: Up to 6 customizable presets
NKS Compatibility: Yes (Native Instruments ecosystem)

Included Software
Analog Lab V (2000+ sounds)
Ableton Live Lite
Native Instruments Komplete Select
UVI Model D
Loopcloud 2-month subscription (2GB samples)
Melodics subscription with 40 lessons

Connectivity
Computer Interface: USB-C
MIDI Output: 5-pin DIN MIDI Out
Pedal Input: 1x (sustain, expression, or footswitch)

System Requirements
Windows: Win 10+ (64-bit), 4 GB RAM, 4-core CPU (3.4 GHz+), 3 GB free space, OpenGL 2.0 GPU
macOS: macOS 11+, 4 GB RAM, Intel (3.4 GHz+) or Apple M1 CPU, 3 GB free space, OpenGL 2.0 GPU
Supported Formats: Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS
Software Management: Arturia Software Center (ASC)

Physical Specifications
Dimensions (mm): 790 x 70 x 240 mm
Dimensions (in): 31.10 x 2.76 x 9.45 in
Weight (kg): 2.76 kg
Weight (lb): 6.08 lb

Included in Box
KeyLab Essential 49 mk3 Aqua Marine Unit
USB-A to USB-C Cable
Registration Card

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