Product Description
The KeyLab 88 MkII is an outstanding piano - feel master controller. It's not only a pleasure to play but also built to last and looks great. It offers seamless integration and comes with a professional software instrument collection. This keyboard is designed for professional musicians, session players, live performers, studio engineers, and producers who demand the best in playability, expression, versatility, and quality. Whether you're an experienced pro or an up - and - coming producer, you'll love the included software titles, DAW control, customizable setups, and seamless integration. Key features include an 88 - note, velocity - sensitive Fatar TP/100LR piano weighted keybed with aftertouch, 9 customizable faders, 9 rotary encoders, 4 CV/gate connections, perfect Analog Lab integration, full integration with all Arturia software instruments, and it can act as a universal MIDI controller. It powers via USB, has control presets for different DAWs with magnetic overlays for easy reference, and offers huge pedal connectivity. The Mackie / HUI compliant DAW Command Center and a comprehensive music software bundle are also included. Specifications require Windows 7+ (64bit) PC with 4 GB RAM, 2.5 GHz CPU, 1GB free hard disk space, and an OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU, or for Apple, 10.11+ with the same RAM, CPU, disk space, and GPU requirements. The package includes the KeyLab 88 MkII unit, USB cable, laptop plate, and musical sheet holder. It measures 50.9 x 12.7 x 4.4 inches (1293 x 322 x 112mm) and weighs 32.4 lbs. (14.7 Kg).
Using the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII is a breeze. First, connect it to your computer via the USB cable. Once it's connected, it will power on automatically. For software integration, it works seamlessly with all Arturia software instruments and has great integration with Analog Lab. You can use the 9 customizable faders and 9 rotary encoders to adjust various parameters in your music software. The 88 - note weighted keybed with aftertouch gives you a real piano - playing feel, perfect for creating expressive music. When using it with different DAWs, refer to the magnetic overlays for easy access to control presets. There are also 4 CV/gate connections that you can use for more advanced sound - shaping. As for the pedals, you can connect an expression pedal, a sustain pedal, and use the 3 customizable connections as you like. When it comes to maintenance, keep it in a clean and dry place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If there's dust on the keyboard, use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it. Also, make sure to regularly update the software to ensure the best performance.
