Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 - 49 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Velocity Sensitive Synth Action Keys, 8 Drum Pads, 9 Faders, 9 Knobs and Analog Lab V Software Included
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Features
- Software Included: Analog Lab V with 2000 synth sounds, Ableton Live Lite, and UVI Grand Piano model D
- 49 key velocity sensitive keyboard with hybrid synth-piano feel
- Controllers: 1 clickable encoder, 9 encoders, 9 30mm faders, 6 transport switches, 4 command switches, 1 modulation wheel, 1 pitch bend wheel, 8 touch and pressure-sensitive pads
- Perfect Analog Lab integration: Select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls. Standalone or plug-in operation: VST, VST3, AU, AAX. Over 7000 TAE powered preset sounds from Arturias award-winning V Collection.
- KeyLab Essential is built to make music accessible, to streamline the production process, and to help you find your sound as quickly and intuitively as possible. Remove all distractions and enjoy a responsive keyboard, tactile DAW commands, and swift preset browsing for a seamless music-making experience all in one.
Brand: Arturia
Number of Keys: 61
Connectivity Technology: USB
Special Feature: Lightweight
Model Name: KeyLab
Item Weight: 6.6 pounds
Product Dimensions: 30.87 x 9.76 x 2.99 inches
Item model number: KeyLab61Essential
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: April 7, 2017
Compatible Devices: Tablet, Smartphone, Laptop, PC
Connector Type: USB
Hardware Interface: USB
Supported Software: Ableton Live
Musical Style: Electronic
Instrument Key: Any
Number of Keyboard Keys: 61
Proficiency Level: Professional
Color Screen: No
Hardware Platform: PC/Mac
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Top Amazon Reviews
I compared the roland a49, nektar gx49 and arturia keylab49 against each other at the same time and chose the keylab49. This product massively exceeded my expectations. The keyboard trounces all over my original m-audio oxygen 49 keyboard. It has synth key action (roland a49 has heavier piano key action) which feels much better than the oxygen which feels very plasticky and cheap. Obviously I'm in the group that prefers synth action keys to piano style 'weighted keys.' The pads feel great. The mod and pitch wheels aren't those stupid tiny ones that are getting popular for some reason. They are the normal sized big mod/pitch wheels (unlike the nektar gx49). They feel great, there's just a smidge of tactile resistance to them which i like. You may want to be aware of the difference in placement of the mod/pitch wheel placement on the 49key vs 61 key models. 49 key has it to the side of the keys, and the 61 key has it above the keys as seen in the picture. Don't know why thats the case, but with my 49 key model the mod/pitch wheel is to the left of the keys which is where i prefer it. One of my only gripes is I wish I could have gotten it in black instead of white. Every time I walk into my dark, led lit studio, it feels like there's this giant white polar bear sitting on my desk trying to pretend its a Virus or something. But function is more important than aesthetic to me and this thing functions so well that sometimes I actually forget about the color coordination nightmare happening on my desk. I thought the included Analog Lab 3 software was a gimmick to get you to perceive more value and buy the Arturia Keylab. I was surprised to find it's a full flegged, flagship sample library. Looking at it right now in my daw it says theres 5500 presets, which means 5500 unique instruments pulled from Arturia's robust line of analog synth emulations. They sound great, but i imagine that you could find out yourself by just demoing analog lab 3 before you buy the keylab 49. You can modify these instruments within the analog labs software. It gives you something like 16 parameters for each instrument that you can modify to shape and change the sound which is really cool. For each preset, the parameters are automatically mapped to the 16 faders and knobs on the keylab and you can quickly switch through them with the big center knob, or arrows to the left and right of it. There was a lot of hate and dissatisfaction with earlier models but I have not experienced any of those issues as they have been remedied in this revision. That being said I've only owned it for 5 months now. This is one of those experience where I was really surprised. I've already had a few experiences on amazon where at a given price point the product that has more reviews isn't the best and this is one of them. The keyboard itself exceeds the pricetag, and the bundled Analog 3 Software makes it above and beyond best midi keyboard offering in this price range.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2018 by Nick K.
I bought this for a home studio to use for pads and simple keys parts with my recordings! I honestly wasn't expecting much at the price point, but it way over delivered! I have been super impressed and would recommend to anyone! The Arturia patches and software is really well done as well and adds a ton of value!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2023 by Adam
Keyboard is great value for the price. The keys are indeed synth feel. They are skinny, non-weighted, and feel somewhat mushy/clicky. Velocity is hard to get accurate, and it took me some time to get accustomed coming from a Yamaha keyboard. The USB plugs in and syncs with Ableton well. Drum key pads are great for both menu and pad functionality. However, they often accidentally trigger twice if tapped and held. The sliders and central buttons are clicky and feel nice. The knobs on top turn infinitely, and can be synced with DAW functions easily. Anybody complaining about software issues isn’t utilizing it correctly. The setup process walks through the correct download procedure. Creating an account with Arturia and entering the correct product keys unlocks software that downloads and works instantly as a plug-in for a DAW. For ableton this worked right away and has become my go to for synth and keys sounds. Customizing these sounds is limited however, as the full instrument patches are locked behind further purchases from Arturia. However, there demo sounds are extremely useful and intuitive. Functions map well with pitch wheel and modulation wheels. Overall the physical keyboard is well worth the price, matching expectations. The software is an unexpected bonus and works well within a DAW.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2023 by David Reyngoudt
I'm fairly new to MIDI instruments or controllers, and this Arturia Keylab 49 Essential is super amazing. It is so inspirational in that it can do so much, and works so seamlessly in your DAW that I am suddenly playing and writing songs I wouldn't have otherwise, say, on my guitar. This thing makes me an instant multi-instrumentalist and a composer. Probably not a good one, but it opens up all kinds of possibilities. It's great value for having access to the Analog Lab (which includes the V Collection), and the Model D piano. You can also download demo sounds and keyboards on the Arturia site before buying it. Highly recommended.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020 by PMetal PMetal
First of all love this keyboard.. second of all, if you play irl piano this one may feel a little different. It's velocity sensitive (get different loudness based on how hard you play keys) but not weighted (keys have very little resistance to being pressed down by fingers). For this price point there's not much that compared for the number of sliders and knobs you get. The included software makes button customization simple enough and there is some included vsts which can be helpful for newbies that don't have any of that stuff or a DAW that doesn't have it.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2020 by Amazon Customer
WONDERFUL!!! Seriously, if you’re like me and you read alllll the reviews on EVERY keyboard out there you can find rest right here. This is truly a great piece of equipment. All that it needs to be, simple as that. The keys feel smooth and easy to play, very high quality. The pads are large and easy to use. The lights are both beautiful and super functional. Plug and play. Integrates smoothly and seamlessly with Abelton and Pro tools (these are what I use) and am sure it will integrate beautifully with all other DAW’s. Truly happy with my investment. This is high quality stuff. As a cherry on top it also looks really really good.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2019 by GUY RABINOWITZ GUY RABINOWITZ