🎹 Arturia KeyLab Essential: NEW vs OLD: What's New? | Mk3 vs Mk2

Review of the NEW Arturia Keylab Essential 61: What changed? | MIDI CONTROLLER |
In this video, we compare the latest Arturia Keylab Essential with the previous version, exploring the design, features, and improvements. Join us as we unbox the new model, discuss physical differences, key sensitivity, and delve into the exciting new features, including the powerful arpeggiator. Discover how this MIDI controller enhances your music creation experience. Don't forget to subscribe and activate the notification bell for more content.
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00:00 Intro
00:37 What is a MIDI controller?
01:05 Unboxing
01:39 NEW vs OLD, MK2 vs Mk3
04:04 Main features
07:18 key weight
08:12 3 new features: ARP, Choris & Scale

[@luipilusook]

Thank you for watching! What was your favourite new feature?

[@user-qn6qu9rc2n]

Hi bro, I wanted to take this model, but I heard that the keys are light, I went to the store and really realized that I needed something similar to an acoustic piano, can you recommend such midi?

[@FaraceChannel]

None really, Ill take the discount on the old model! Cheers for the vid!

[@blastofo]

Bigger screen with contextual buttons is definitely the best thing about it, full stop.

[@user-uy2qj5ie1c]

On the back of the keyboard where the inputs are, and outputs, you felt to compare those with the two

[@manuelotin88]

Grande, genio! Congrats on the new channel in English!!! Great job. Flawless English, great content and your natural charm. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@leroymsipa4011]

The gear behind you is crazy😭😭😭😭jeeeeeez

[@michelnassarofficial]

😍😍😍 loved it!

[@luipilusook]

Thank you mich 🙏

[@-KingOfKhaos]

Just subbed! I fully believe in supporting anyone in our Arturia family 😎😎👍🏻👍🏻 Just out of curiosity, I just decided today to see if the KeyLab Essential 61 MkIII is able to function as an MPC … which I don’t think it can, but I’m hunting down this info nonetheless lol. I also see some using Ableton Live to create entire live performances with the KeyLab… but I haven’t tried it yet with mine… mostly because I use Logic Pro X… Either way, I love the Arturia midi controllers and I think I’m picking up the upgraded version just to have a few extra options 👍🏻

[@macmusica]

Mine is ordered. Gonna mount it on a Startech Keyboard/Mouse Under Desk Slide to avoid using long sliders either side. This might work or need it screwed in one position to avoid falling but at 3KG it's not far off the 2KG load. It might wobble a bit but want to try. Wondering what the other hole is on the rear left of screen.

[@MediaMusik777]

Agreed I like my 61 but the sustain is actually a universal pedal

[@macmusica]

Does that mean it can use M-Audio DP2 plus expression pedals or just latter?

[@LordVader07]

I know that music productions often rely on equipment associated with Mac computers/laptops. On the other hand, I use a PC for my daily work. I came across an opinion somewhere that Arturia + Ableton works better with Mac, and if someone wants to use a PC, they should consider the Novation + FL Studio combination. The problem is, I really like Arturia and would like to use it with Ableton on my Windows PC. Does it make sense? Also, I'm thinking more about using a laptop rather than a desktop computer, because I don't plan to create something like a home studio at the moment, and I value mobility more.

[@mikeklement7223]

Both work just fine on a PC as long as it's got a powerful enough processor and RAM

[@LordVader07]

@@mikeklement7223 Thank you for your opinion! 👍

[@yormeaceko7101]

Idk where you got this opinion. Novation controllers are terrible with FL studio. They were literally made to be used with Ableton.

[@chewylandlive]

There is no difference.

[@christofthedead]

Music production is only associated with mac due to marketing, there is no objective benefit to using their products. Ethics wise, there is a benefit to avoiding them

[@dannywhitehead]

Wicked review, that really helped.. Thanks!

[@edwinallfaro4923]

Like how you explain things 👍🏻👍🏻

[@charlesbhatara7020]

On arturia wab, its said that keylab esential has the exp pedal input... Why no one review on this thing...

[@jeffagoddard]

Does it have midi 2.0, full MPC and polyphonic aftertouch like the new Korg KeyStage?

[@realkhonsu]

can i use this the same decksaver for both?

[@XnazxulX]

Does the arp on the mk3 tempo sync? One of the things about the akai mpk mini that i liked was that it had an arp but in order to get it to tempo sync you had to load up a utility etc.. PITA. Also does the arp sync out from the midi out?

[@donniedickman6761]

I wonder if if the mk3 still gets stuck on notes when doing palm slides on the blacks keys? I had to adjust my playing on the mk2. There was never a fix as far as I know for this problem.

[@brunodadivore9606]

Nice video, Hi! Do you have an idea why Arturia did not updated the 88 keys version yet ? Thanks

[@josesandate9260]

Really enjoyable content Lui! I'm definitely subscribing to you. I'm a looong time aspiring music creator and I always put it off, I'm looking into buying my first piece of gear to get started making music at home, Do you highly recommend a certain DAW for a complete beginner?

[@brendanhoffmann8402]

I just ordered a second hand one. I hear you can claim the licence for 2nd hand keyboards for analog lab... I already have quite a few plugins, I just got komplete 14

[@WindPortal]

I currently have the 25 key minilab mk2, are the keys similar to that or even better? I'm fine with how they feel, I was just curious. I just need a keyboard with more keys. It's either this, or the M-Audio keystation mk3

[@joshshultz1250]

I hate that manufacturers are putting the small usb type c connection on these large devices. Just give us a solid connection that isn't prone to being accidently smashed.

[@joeynuggetz]

Any buzz on whether a proper keylab 88 mk3 is about to drop? I really need something to compare the new NI MK3s with. But Arturia is known to not improve their products over time like the keystep pro.

[@Louie_The_Sexy_Hag]

Does this have a sampler built in? And how many different sounds?

[@macmusica]

Nothing but a controller for a DAW or Midi hardware.

[@johantoday]

It seems the new model lacks the aftertouch feature

[@robinvsdk]

Hi, I have a quick question. What is the difference between the black and white version? The price differences slightly. Is it jist the color difference or something else too? Im buying one tomorrow!!! Cant wait!! Have been making music with ableton gor months now and I feel like this will be awesome to have

[@michelnassarofficial]

It’s just the color!

[@user-vu4rc5ud9g]

The one below is Arturia KeyLab 61 Essential you need to update your information

[@luipilusook]

They both are

[@AgriAutoIndia]

Nice info... Which is best Arturia MK3 or Novation Launchkey 61 mk3 ? For FL studio DAW ?

[@JAGERSHI]

fl key 61

[@garyburrows-nn8rg]

Mk3 is 625 cad new mk2 is 300.cad used . Tough choice .

[@preetam15]

I somehow feel the quality is too plasticky comparing novation or native instrument . Pls let me know if you feel the same.

[@EPIXANIMATIONS]

That looks like 5 octaves

[@sandrosm8194]

Thank you for your video! Is it possible to use the Arturia softwares in more than one device. I mean, download in a pc for using at home and in a tablet for using in the stage?

[@luipilusook]

Yes. Depending on the software you buy, you have several activations, so you can use more than one device

[@L-ve9ye]

I wonder if they’ll make an 88?

[@luipilusook]

Don't think so. They probably leave that for the full keylab

[@fabiolabonzur5648]

Yes, there is 88

[@24nikita]

Lui there is also an 88 version. Didn`t anyone tell you?

[@luipilusook]

Nikita, the new mk3 comes only in 49 and 61. Didn't you research? Here is the official link: www.arturia.com/products/hybrid-synths/keylab-essential-mk3/overview

[@CarlosrendonmusOficial]

This controller

[@KarlElli]

how much

[@nevermorex]

$230 +- (for 5 octaves)

[@be.perfect]

arpegiator is useless if it doesn't come with hundreds of patterns, if it's just to do the 4 usual basic patterns I think we can work it out in the daw........🙄 why always so poor with the amount of patterns

[@jeffagoddard]

I discourage using any midi controller arp or chord trigger. Use the same midi FX in your DAW. They’re better and don’t depend on hardware, when you change controllers or collaborate with others.

[@be.perfect]

@@jeffagoddard agree 😎 the new novation launchkey mk3 has made some interesting progress though, did you see ? 😮

[@JeffyG]

@@be.perfect yes. I have a LaunchKey 61 MK3.

[@be.perfect]

@@JeffyG oh nice, welcome to the club where great minds meet 😁😛😛🎉

[@prajwalprakash8387]

Can this keyboard be played in church?

[@derbjornmachtdiemusik23]

No

[@EPIXANIMATIONS]

It could be, but you’d have to have it running through software instruments. So it would need to be connected to a computer the whole time. My church has a midi board running through Abelton live.

[@ronniedazz952]

Yes but With a Laptop, a DAW and a church sound Library.

[@WordupG]

Not church compatible. Sorry. Please consult your local deity for the approved vendor list.

[@highdesertbiker]

You can only play it during EDM shows and they have to be 90% woke people

[@philosophiaentis5612]

The keybed on MK2 is awful. If MK3 has the same keybed, so it is crap too.