AstroLab88

Standalone Synth Performance: Plays software instrument sounds without needing a computer.

Massive Sound Library: Comes with 1,300+ built-in sounds and 2,000+ more available via Analog Lab and Arturia Sound Store.

Split & Layer Instruments: Use two instruments at once, split or layered across the keyboard.

Powerful Onboard Effects: Includes insert effects, delay, reverb, EQ, and modulation options.

Interactive Navigation Wheel: Color display and control ring make browsing sounds fast and intuitive.

Fatar Hammer-Action Keyboard: Features velocity sensitivity and aftertouch for expressive play.

Macro Controls for Sound Shaping: Four knobs control tone, modulation, envelope, and movement.

Playlist and Setlist Tools: Organize presets into songs and playlists for live performance.

Performance Tools: Includes arpeggiator, MIDI looper, chord mode, scale quantizer, and hold functions.

Mobile App Integration: Use the AstroLab Connect app to edit sounds, manage playlists, and browse presets wirelessly.

Analog Lab Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with Analog Lab software for deeper editing and sound management.

Wireless and USB Connectivity: Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, and powered USB-A for devices and storage.

Pedal and MIDI Support: Includes sustain, expression, and two aux pedal inputs, plus 5-pin MIDI in/out.

Live Sound Flexibility: Balanced outputs, stereo inputs (for processing mic/line audio), and real-time preset switching without audio dropouts.

General Specifications

88-key Fatar TP-40L hammer-action keybed

Velocity-sensitive with channel aftertouch

Over 1,300 onboard sounds

Supports over 2,000 additional free sounds via Analog Lab and Arturia Sound Store

Multi-part presets: Single and Multi modes (2-part splits/layers)

Smooth preset transitions without audio cutoff

Multi-color key LEDs for split points and visual feedback

Quick-access type buttons (9 categories)

User-editable Playlists and Songs for setlist organization

User Interface & Controls

Color Navigation Wheel: encoder + high-res display + push button

8 macro encoders with LED rings (Brightness, Timbre, Time, Movement)

Dedicated controls: FX A/B, Delay, Reverb, Arpeggiator, Chord, Looper

Navigation buttons: Back, Previous/Next, Shift

Preset Type buttons: 9 physical shortcut keys

Panel and keybed LED indicators with dynamic color coding

Effects

2 Insert FX slots (shared or individual per part in Multi mode)

12 Insert FX types: Multi Filter, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Distortion, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Stereo Pan, Analog Phaser, Wah, Twin Amp, Rotary Speaker

2 send effects: Delay (Analog, Digital, Tape), Reverb (14 types including Room, Plate, Spring)

Master 3-band EQ

FX control: knob-based dry/wet or intensity, editable via Navigation Wheel

FX presets and full parameter editing onboard

Connectivity

USB-C port (computer/tablet/smartphone connection)

USB-A port (external storage or USB MIDI controller; 5V 1.5A powered)

5-pin DIN MIDI In/Out

2x balanced 1/4" TRS outputs

Stereo headphone out (1/4")

Stereo balanced audio inputs (combo XLR/TRS for mic/line/instrument)

Audio input gain knob

4 pedal inputs (Sustain, Expression, Aux 1, Aux 2)

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled

MIDI & Synchronization

AstroLab MIDI channel: fixed Channel 1 for main control

Secondary MIDI channel assignable

MIDI output filter: Keyboard only or All Notes

Sync sources: Internal, USB MIDI clock, 5-pin MIDI, Auto detection

Supports tempo sync, transport receive, tap tempo

Wireless & App Integration

Built-in Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz networks only

Can function as Wi-Fi hotspot

Bluetooth audio streaming supported

Compatible with AstroLab Connect mobile app (iOS & Android)

QR-based pairing and wireless editing/sound library browsing

Syncs with Analog Lab software on desktop

Power & Dimensions

External PSU via dedicated power input

Power button with forced shutdown option (hold 5+ seconds)

Operating temperature: 15"35 C (59"95 F)