But, having lots of assignable controls isn’t enough if the integration process is too tedious. It’s easy to see that the KeyLab 88 MkII has lots of potential for integration just by looking at it. It’s a great way to add modulation effects to polysynth stabs or pads. It’s not always found in keyboards with weighted keys, but since the KeyLab will be used with virtual instruments, it’s nice to have.ĭepending on the software that you are using, you can assign aftertouch to different parameters. AftertouchĪftertouch is another way to add more expression to your playing. The laptop stand is an excellent addition to whether you need to save space in your home studio or use your laptop on stage. The removable music stand is a pretty small feature that many users might not even use. Very few controllers offer this kind of connectivity to your external hardware. It has four CV outputs and a CV input, so for anyone who uses analog/modular gear, it’s an absolute dream.Īlong with the CV ins/outs, there is 5-pin MIDI in/out, and sustain, expression, and three AUX pedal jacks. ConnectivityĬonnectivity is one of the areas where the KeyLab 88 MkII shines. Assignable faders and encodersĪrturia has never been shy when it comes to adding assignable faders and encoders. So, what we can say is that Arturia does it as well as most. Although, if you’re left-handed, it won’t be an issue.Īnytime we try out pads, we compare them to MPC pads, which probably isn’t fair. That way, it’s easier to finger drum while playing chords with your left hand. While on the topic of finger drumming, it might have been better to have them placed on the right rather than the left. The pads feel great to play, and they are responsive enough for most finger drummers.
16 RGB-backlit padsĪnytime you can get 16 pads on a keyboard controller, it’s a pretty good thing. The MkII keyboard is a significant improvement the keys feel better, more responsive/expressive, and make less noise. The keys were quite noisy and didn’t quite feel right. The original KeyLab 88 had hammer-action keys, but in truth, they weren’t the best. So, the fact that you get hammer-action keys is great. Not all full-size controllers have hammer-action keys they don’t even all have weighted keys. Features 5.0Īrturia KeyLab controllers of any size are amongst the most feature-packed on the market. It offers deep DAW integration and plenty of performance features.
The KeyLab 88 MkII is an 88-key MIDI controller with weighted keys and aftertouch.
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