Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White – Next-generation universal MIDI controller

The Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White is a professional MIDI controller designed for musicians and producers who demand both functionality and reliability. Equipped with a semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch, an advanced color display, and an intuitive control layout, it’s the perfect command center for both studio and live use.

Product Highlights

• 49 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch
• 12 velocity and pressure-sensitive RGB pads
• 9 touch-sensitive faders and 9 endless rotary encoders (360°)
• 3.5” full-color display (480x320 px) with 8 contextual buttons
• Creative modes: Chord, Scale, Arpeggiator with Hold
• Seamless integration with Analog Lab Pro, V Collection, Ableton Live, and other major DAWs
• Touch-sensitive knobs and faders for intuitive real-time control
• Durable construction with premium materials and real wood side panels

Unleash Limitless Creativity

The KeyLab mk3 is made for creators who demand freedom and control. Its deep DAW integration lets you assign functions, control mixes, trigger clips, or edit instruments directly – no mouse required.

Smart Performance Tools

Chord Play lets you trigger full, lush chords with a single key. Scale Mode locks the keybed to musical scales to prevent wrong notes. The onboard Arpeggiator transforms chords into evolving melodies. The Hold function frees your hands for dynamic performance.

Use Cases

Whether you’re composing in a studio, performing on stage, or controlling synths and FX, the KeyLab 49 mk3 White is your reliable partner. Easily switch presets, change sounds, split zones, and navigate your setup without breaking your flow.

Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 49 semi-weighted keys with aftertouch and release velocity
• Display: 3.5” full-color TFT (480x320 px) with 8 contextual buttons
• Controls: 9 faders (50 mm), 9 rotary encoders (360°), 12 RGB pads, 4 command buttons, pitch bend & mod wheels
• Transport: 8 DAW-dedicated buttons (Play, Stop, Rec, etc.)
• Connectivity: USB-C, MIDI IN/OUT (5-pin DIN), sustain, expression, and aux pedal inputs
• User presets: up to 6 customizable configurations
• DAW compatibility: Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase, FL Studio, Bitwig, MCU/HUI protocol support
• Creative tools: Arpeggiator, Chord Mode, Scale Mode, Hold
• Dimensions: 787 x 278 x 74 mm
• Weight: 6.1 kg
• Power: USB-C bus-powered
• Platform: Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 11+ (incl. M1/M2)
• System requirements: 4 GB RAM, 3.4 GHz CPU, OpenGL 2.0, 3 GB disk space

Build & Materials

Built to withstand studio and stage use, the KeyLab mk3 White features a robust metal chassis, premium knobs and faders, real wood side panels, and an elegant white finish. Each unit undergoes 180 quality checks from calibration to final assembly.

What’s in the Box

• Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White MIDI controller
• USB-A to USB-C cable
• Registration card
• Analog Lab Pro – 2000+ presets from V Collection
• Ableton Live Lite – streamlined DAW for music creation
• Mini V – authentic Minimoog emulation
• Piano V – upright, grand, and experimental piano models
• Augmented STRINGS – hybrid orchestral synthesis engine
• Rev PLATE-140 – lush vintage plate reverb plugin
• Melodics – 40 lessons for keyboard and pad training
• Loopcloud – 2-month subscription, 1 GB welcome pack + 100 credits

Conclusion

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White is the ultimate MIDI controller for modern music makers. Whether in the studio or on stage, it offers expressive playability, deep integration, and timeless design – your new creative centerpiece.