KeyLab Essential 88 MK3 White

88-Key Performance Keyboard
Full-size, velocity-sensitive keys provide an expressive and natural playing experience for studio or stage use.

DAW Control Integration
Seamlessly controls major DAWs with dedicated transport buttons for play, stop, record, loop, and more.

Analog Lab Integration
Directly browse and control presets from Analog Lab V with instant access to thousands of sounds.

Performance Pads
Velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with two banks allow expressive finger drumming and triggering.

Hands-On Controls
Nine rotary knobs and nine faders give quick access to sound shaping and mixing controls.

Arpeggiator
Built-in arpeggiator transforms held notes into rhythmic patterns for dynamic performances.

Chord Mode
Play full chords with a single key or create and store custom chords for easy performance.

Scale Mode
Locks the keyboard to selected scales so every note fits the chosen key.

Split & Layer Function
Divide the keyboard into two zones or layer sounds for versatile performance setups.

Hold Function
Sustain notes without a pedal for evolving textures and hands-free playing.

USB-C Connectivity
Single-cable connection provides power and MIDI communication with computers and devices.

MIDI Out & Pedal Input
Connect external hardware via 5-pin MIDI and add sustain or expression pedals for expanded control.

General Specifications
Device Type: USB MIDI Controller Keyboard
Keyboard Size: 88 Keys
Keybed Type: Velocity-Sensitive, Synth-Action
Velocity Curve: Editable via MIDI Control Center
Pads: 8 RGB Pads, Velocity- and Polyphonic Aftertouch-Sensitive
Pad Banks: 2 (Total 16 Pads)
Encoders: 9 Endless Rotary Encoders
Faders: 9 Faders
Main Encoder: Detented, Clickable
Display: Large LCD Screen
Wheels: Pitch Bend (Spring-Loaded), Modulation
Operating Modes: Arturia, DAW, User (Up to 6 User Programs)
User Programs: 6 Storable Presets
Software Integration: Analog Lab V Deep Integration
DAW Integration: Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Bitwig Studio, FL Studio, Cubase
DAW Protocols: Mackie Control Universal (MCU), HUI
Arpeggiator: Built-In, Multiple Modes and Parameters
Chord Mode: User-Defined and Preset Chords
Scale Mode: Multiple Scales with Root Selection
Hold Function: Key Sustain (Keys Only)
Transpose: Semitone ±
Octave Shift: ±3 Octaves
Tap Tempo: Yes
Vegas Mode: Auto Idle Light Mode
Factory Reset: Yes

Keyboard
Number of Keys: 88
Key Action: Synth-Action
Velocity Sensitivity: Yes
Aftertouch: No (Keys)

Pads
Number of Pads: 8
Pad Banks: A and B
Total Pad Functions: 16
Pad Sensitivity: Velocity and Polyphonic Aftertouch
Default MIDI Channel: 10
Default MIDI Notes Bank A: 36–43
Default MIDI Notes Bank B: 44–51

Arpeggiator
Modes: Up, Down, Inclusive, Exclusive, Random, Order
Octave Range: 0–3 Octaves
Division: 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 (Straight and Triplet)
Gate: Adjustable
Swing: 50%–67%+
Tempo Source: Internal or External Sync
Rate Control: BPM Adjustable

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
MIDI Transmission: USB-C and 5-Pin MIDI Out

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

Controls
Transport Controls: Loop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Metronome, Stop, Play/Pause, Record, Tap Tempo
Save Button: Yes
Quantize Button: Yes
Undo/Redo: Yes
Bank Button: Yes
MIDI Channel Selection: Yes

Connectivity
USB Port: USB-C (Power and MIDI)
MIDI Output: 5-Pin DIN
Pedal Input: 1/4" TRS (Sustain, Switch, Expression)
Security: Kensington Lock Slot

Power
Power Supply: USB Bus Powered
External Power Option: Via USB-C

Compatibility
Operating System Support: Class-Compliant USB MIDI
Standalone Operation: Yes
Analog Lab Display Communication: Dedicated ALV Port

Included Software
Analog Lab V
Ableton Live Lite
Native Instruments The Gentleman
UVI Model D
Melodics Subscription
Loopcloud Subscription