Detail 01
8 touch- and pressure-sensitive pads
They can be used for clip launching, finger drumming, or MIDI note triggering.
Product detailSKU #1500000402158
ArturiaKeyLab Essential 61 mk3 MIDI Keyboard Controller - Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
KeyLab Essential 61 mk3 is a 61-key MIDI controller for hands-on computer-based production and performance control. Its velocity-sensitive hybrid synth piano-feel keybed is joined by pressure-sensitive pads, nine faders, nine rotary encoders, pitch and modulation wheels, and a 2.5-inch LCD display. Dedicated transport controls and integration for FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio keep core project controls close at hand. Chord Mode, Scale Mode, and a multi-mode arpeggiator provide direct composition tools.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Studio sessions that combine keyboard parts, clip launching, finger drumming, and project navigation from one controller.
- DAW-based writing where Scale Mode, Chord Mode, and the arpeggiator help generate parts quickly.
- Performances using pitch, modulation, and a sustain, expression, or footswitch pedal input for control.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Computer setups below Windows 10 64-bit or macOS 11.
- Users who need to store more than six user presets.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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9 faders and 9 rotary encoders
They provide direct control of parameters such as track levels, panning, envelopes, and instrument controls.
Detail 03
5-pin DIN MIDI output
Adds a dedicated MIDI output alongside the USB-C computer connection.
Detail 04
USB bus powered
The controller is powered over its USB connection.
Detail 05
Up to 6 user presets
You can save as many as six user presets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Computer requirements are macOS 11 or later, or 64-bit Windows 10 or later, with the listed RAM, processor, disk-space, and OpenGL requirements.
- 02The pedal input accepts sustain, expression, or footswitch control.
- 03A USB-A to USB-C cable and registration card are included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which DAWs have named integration?
FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio are named for DAW integration.
02Does it have a MIDI output?
Yes. It has a 5-pin DIN MIDI output.
03What software is in the listed bundle?
The listed bundle includes Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments Komplete Select, and UVI Model D.
04Can I use a pedal?
Yes. Its pedal input supports sustain, expression, or footswitch control.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsPickups & controls
- Transport Controls
- 8 transport switches
- Command Switches
- 4 switches
- Control Protocols
- NKS compatible, MCU compatible and HUI compatible
2 detailsPlayability
- Number of Keys
- 61
- Scale Mode
- Yes
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Real Time Feedback
- Yes
4 detailsConnections & power
- USB
- USB-C for computer connection and MIDI Control Center
- MIDI
- 5-pin DIN MIDI output
- Power Source
- USB bus powered
- Pedal Inputs
- Sustain, expression or footswitch input
3 detailsSize & weight
- Unit Dimensions
- 31.10 inch x 2.76 inch x 9.45 inch
- Weight
- 6.08
- Unit Weight
- 6.08 lb.
22 detailsOther
- Wheels
- Modulation wheel and pitch bend wheel
- Subscriptions
- Loopcloud 2-month subscription and Melodics subscription for 40 lessons
- Arpeggiator
- Multi-mode
- Screen
- 2.5 inch LCD display
- Chord Mode
- Yes
- Keybed Type
- Velocity-sensitive hybrid synth piano feel
- Daw Integration
- FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase and Bitwig Studio
- Contextual Buttons
- Yes
- Mac Requirements
- macOS 11 or later, 4 GB RAM, quad-core CPU 3.4 GHz or Apple M1, 3 GB free disk space, OpenGL 2.0 GPU
- Windows Requirements
- Windows 10 or later, 64-bit, 4 GB RAM, quad-core CPU 3.4 GHz, 3 GB free disk space, OpenGL 2.0 GPU
- Accessories
- USB-A to USB-C cable and registration card
- Encoders
- 1 clickable encoder and 9 rotary encoders
- Faders
- 9 x 30 mm faders
- Plugin Formats
- Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit and NKS
- Software Bundle
- Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments Komplete Select and UVI Model D
- Product Type
- MIDI controller keyboard
- Pads
- 8 touch- and pressure-sensitive pads
- Series
- KeyLab Essential
- User Presets
- Up to 6 user presets
- Instrument Integration
- Analog Lab V
- Hold Function
- Yes
- Transpose
- Semitone transpose
