Master Keyboard

The Arturia KeyLab MK3 61 Black is a high-end master keyboard that combines a sturdy wood and aluminum chassis with a 61-note semi-weighted keyboard. It stands out for its customizable controls, including 9 touch-sensitive rotary potentiometers, 12 pressure-sensitive pads, and a color screen offering an intuitive interface. Perfectly integrated with popular music software, this MIDI controller offers optimal playability and advanced creative functions such as Scale and arpeggiator modes. Arturia also provides a bundle of professional software to enrich your musical experience.

ARTICLE N° 97241
  • Arturia Keylab MK3 61 Black
  • Master keyboard
  • Color: black
  • Number of keys: 61
  • Keyboard type: semi-weighted, velocity and Aftertouch compatible
  • Playability: improved keyboard, optimized spring tension
  • Controls:
  • 9 360° rotary sensitive potentiometers
  • 9 sensitive faders
  • 12 velocity and pressure sensitive pads
  • DAW transport controls
  • Screen: 3.5" / 320 x 480 px color + 8 contextual buttons
  • Functions:
  • Scale mode: automatic adjustment of notes on a scale
  • Arpeggiator with random functions
  • Chord game: fixed chords or progressions with intelligent voicing
  • Connections:
  • Data transfer: USB-C
  • Sustain pedal input: 6.35 mm jack
  • Pedal input expression: 6.35 mm jack
  • Auxiliary input: 6.35 mm TRS jack
  • MIDI in / out: 2x 5-pin DIN
  • Construction: sturdy wood and aluminum chassis
  • Power supply: via USB-C or 12 V / 1 A + center power adapter
  • Dimensions: NC
  • Weight: NC
  • Compatibilities:
  • Advanced integration with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, Bitwig Studio
  • MCU and HUI protocols
  • Integration with Arturia software
  • Software included:
  • Analog Lab Pro (over 2000 sounds)
  • Mini V
  • Piano V
  • Augmented Strings
  • Rev PLATE-140
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • NI The Gentleman
  • 2 months of Loopcloud subscription
  • Melodics subscription with dozens of lessons
With the KeyLab MK3 61 Black, Arturia pushes the boundaries of the master keyboard with complete DAW integration and optimized controls.
Using MCU and HUI protocols, this controller gives you quick access to your favorite software and hardware instruments. Intelligent mapping makes parameter control easy, giving you a fluid and fully customizable musical experience.

This MIDI controller combines a semi-weighted keyboard with optimized spring tension, guaranteeing exceptional tactile response. Ideal for professional musicians, this model ensures reliability during performances on stage or in the studio.

The color screen integrated into the KeyLab MK3 61 Black simplifies parameter control. With 8 contextual buttons, easily navigate between settings and customize your assignments directly on the device. This MIDI keyboard gives you total flexibility to adapt to different styles and creative needs, whether in the studio or on stage.

In addition to its advanced compatibility with DAWs like Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, and more, KeyLab MK3 offers creative features like Scale and Arpeggiator modes. These tools let you explore new sonic textures and compose with ease, making this keyboard controller a must-have for any modern producer.
Number of keys
 61
Touch
 Semi-weighted Keys
Aftertouch
 Yes
Key size
 Standard
Faders
 9
Rotating knobs
 9
Compatibility
 MacOS, Windows
Power supply
 Via USB bus, Power adapter (sold separately)
Pitch Bend / Modulation
 Yes
Pads
 Yes
Velocity-sensitive
 Yes
Transport functions
 Yes
Arpeggiator
 Yes
Software incl.
 Ableton Live Lite
Screen
 Yes
Control pedal input
 Yes, Footswitch, Sustain
MIDI port
 Yes
USB port
 Yes
In bulk, the developments of the Keylab MK3 series:

- Improved keyboard: complete redesign of the keyboard with improved balance, weight and spring tension, offering better playability for synth and piano sounds

- Visual interface: new 3.5" color screen (320 x 480 px), offering a more intuitive visual interface with 8 contextual buttons for advanced parameter control

- Sensitive knobs and faders: 9 360° rotary knobs and 9 sensitive faders, allowing you to instantly display values ​​and functions on the screen by touching the controls

- New creative functions: introduction of Scale mode, an improved arpeggiator with random functions, and a chord mode offering progressions with intelligent voicing

- Pad capabilities: 12 velocity and pressure sensitive pads, with 4 banks available, thus offering up to 48 virtual pads for more complex mappings

- Connectivity: Switch to USB-C for faster and more reliable data transfer, while maintaining other MIDI and pedal connections

- Software bundle: New software bundle enriched with Analog Lab Pro, Mini V, Piano V, Augmented Strings, Rev PLATE-140, Ableton Live Lite, NI The Gentleman, as well as subscriptions to Loopcloud and Melodics

Founded in 1999, Arturia has quickly established itself as a leader in the field of electronic musical instruments.
The KeyLab series, successfully launched, continues to evolve, offering musicians ever more powerful tools. The KeyLab MK3 61 Black represents the latest step in this evolution, integrating innovative features to meet the needs of professionals and enlightened amateurs alike.

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