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product_id: 254789612
title: "Keylab Essential 61-61-Note MIDI Controller Keyboard"
brand: "arturia"
price: "$U50587"
currency: UYU
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/254789612-keylab-essential-61-61-note-midi-controller-keyboard
store_origin: UY
region: Uruguay
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# 61 velocity-sensitive keys USB bus-powered, no drivers 8 rotary encoders + 8 sliders Keylab Essential 61-61-Note MIDI Controller Keyboard

**Brand:** arturia
**Price:** $U50587
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Unlock your sonic potential with the KeyLab Essential 61 — where pro control meets instant creativity.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Keylab Essential 61-61-Note MIDI Controller Keyboard by arturia
- **How much does it cost?** $U50587 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/254789612-keylab-essential-61-61-note-midi-controller-keyboard)

## Best For

- arturia enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arturia brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Expand Your Setup:** Full-size 5-pin MIDI output and sustain pedal input for versatile studio and live performance control.
- • **Plug & Play Power:** USB 2.0 bus-powered with zero driver hassle on Mac or PC—start creating immediately.
- • **Intuitive Control Hub:** 8 backlit multi-purpose pads, 8 rotary encoders, and 8 sliders put total sound sculpting at your fingertips.
- • **Seamless Software Integration:** Browse and tweak Analog Lab presets directly from the keyboard for instant inspiration.
- • **Expressive 61-Key Velocity Sensitive Keyboard:** Feel every nuance with a professional-grade keybed designed for dynamic play.

## Overview

The Arturia KeyLab Essential 61 is a professional 61-note velocity-sensitive MIDI controller featuring 8 backlit pads, 8 rotary encoders, and 8 sliders. It offers seamless integration with Analog Lab software presets and supports USB bus power with no driver installation needed, making it an ideal centerpiece for both studio production and live performance setups.

## Description

Keylab Essential 61-61-Note MIDI Controller Keyboard

## Features

- 61-Note velocity sensitive keybed with pitch and modulation wheels, plus a collection of software instruments
- 8 ultra-responsive backlit multi-purpose pads, 8 rotary encoders and 8 sliders
- Browse and control Analog Lab presets directly from the keyboard and take control of your recording software
- Sustain Pedal input, full size 5-pin MIDI Output for control of external synths & other MIDI equipped gear
- USB BUS powered, USB 2.0 class compliant no drivers needed for either MAC or PC.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 3 Kilograms |
| Product Dimensions | 78.4 x 24.8 x 7.6 cm; 3 kg |
| Item model number | KeyLab61Essential |
| Color Name | white/black |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Musical Style | Electronic |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Number of Keyboard Keys | 61 |
| Proficiency Level | Professional |
| Color Screen | No |
| Hard Drive Size | 2000 MB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arturia
- **Number of keys:** 61
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Special features:** Recording
- **Model name:** KeyLab 61 Essential

## Images

![Keylab Essential 61-61-Note MIDI Controller Keyboard - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81vBZjDZ2YL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What do i need to set it up?**
A: It connects via USB cable to your computer, You need a Digital Audio Workstation(DAW) and some Software Instruments to play.
If you've never used a DAW before then it can be a bit confusing how to set it up sometimes, but most keyboards auto-connect now. (Youtube is your friend here)
I think this also supports midi-out, but im not sure, if it does then it can control hardware synthesizers as well, something like a Cobalt8 that doesn't have a keybed attached.

**Q: Can i play without a computer and plug it straight to an amp for concerts?**
A: This keyboard only sends MIDI signals. If you have some kind of synthesizer or synth module, you could connect it via MIDI Cable, if you're trying to get away from computers/DAWs.

**Q: does this keyboard sometimes not input keys on ableton live lite? The minilab does when too many things are plugged in, its bigger so more power right**
A: I sometimes have issues with the ableton recognizing the keyboard. I have had to reboot software and keyboard at times. I also lose capability to control analog lab through dials/faders. I don’t know what I am doing- but eventually I get things working.!

**Q: Are the knobs and faders assignable to other DAW or plug-in functions?**
A: Yes, you can map the knobs and fader to any midi functions on DAWs and plug ins

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*