Arturia Midi Keyboards - Which one is best for you? [Best Midi Keyboards 4.0]

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

MicroLab - 1:09 MiniLab Mk2 - 3:38 KeyLab Essential - 5:40 KeyLab Mk2 - 9:00 Hope you enjoy 😊

[@hlcotten6587]

New to the channel. Cool vibe. Relaxing atmosphere to listen and learn.💎

[@GoodGoose]

Literally discovered you an hour ago, and I already get a new video? Lucky me. You are a fantastic presenter, keep up the awesome work!

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

Cheers! Appreciate the kind words 🙏

[@ramirezwilliam8983]

@@PatrickBreenMusic I like the vintage synth and sounds and 80s music, which aturia keyboard is best for me?

[@ramirezwilliam8983]

@@PatrickBreenMusic I want to buy the acturia minilab from you but I want to know will I get all the 80s and 70s vintage sounds including the 6000 sounds and 600 hundred synths if I buy the arturia mini lab midi keyboard?

[@JakeSweeper]

I just bought a minilab mkII black over the weekend and I'm loving it. It runs like a dream on Live and on my iPad; being able to map 16 knobs to some of the synth apps is a godsend.

[@overtonefr]

Joshua Brumley how does it work on the ipad ? I am planning to buy it and would love to know

[@JakeSweeper]

@@overtonefr It works very well. All that's needed is a camera adapter dongle appropriate for your model ipad to plug it in. It's also Class-compliant, so the ipad can power it as well if need be. Just about every app I've used with it works great and the few it didn't were groovebox apps that pretty much had midi support as an afterthought instead of proper integration.

[@calebbilti538]

1:20 the transition we needed and wanted

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

😂😂 Glad someone appreciated that... I almost included a blooper reel of all the times the keyboard hit my head/mic/floor etc.

[@_mickmccarthy]

I was hoping to see that with the 88 key models...

[@danielhresko4900]

As a guitarist who is easily intimidated by complicated technology, the MiniLab Mk2 has been a surprisingly easy tool for me. Would definitely buy again if mine got lost! Excellent comparison video!

[@thatJuansdude]

Great video man! Would love to get that vintage pack hehe

[@DiscoveryWonders]

BEWARE OF BUILT IN USB CABLES!!!!!

[@DJMafiaTony]

I hope I win this giveaway! Great video my man very good stuff! How do we know if we win the contest?

[@gavinschniepp6122]

Great video cant wait to get the KeyLab Mk2

[@testohtoby]

I have the Minilab mk2 inverted and the Keylab 61 mk1: they're built like tanks and they're full of hands on controlls ! Gotta love French keys ;)

[@24nikita]

Is the 88 Keylab Essential keyboard a MK3 like the 49 Keylab Essential keyboard.

[@Martin-lw8qb]

is the keybed on the keylab mk2 49/61 better than the keybed on the essential 88 because you said the essential 88 has semi weighted keys but the mk2 49/61 doesn’t better said whats the major difference in the keybed between mk2 49 and essential 49

[@ernestumoke]

I have always been a lover of Arturia products.... There are so classy and premium. Thanks for this Video.

[@candaceabernathy7568]

WHAT ABOUT MINILAB mk2 VS KEYSTEP 32??

[@mikebray9458]

At 10:37, you say the keys are synth action but the tech specs say they are semi weighted. Can you clarify that contradiction.

[@edgarleyva4664]

The entire time I'm just learning about these keyboards and just groovin' to the background music. Wishin I can start buying synths though

[@akiltotherescue]

Didnt know they had so many versatile options.. def gonna check em out

[@lowercase3635]

I just want a fully weighted keybed and after touch without emptying my life savings..

[@S41L0R]

I've never seen you or any other midi controller reviewers have many subscribers... I guess the genre is niche, but valuable! Thank you!

[@OrangeDynamo]

Yooo!! I got the Keylab 61 because of you! I friggin love it! I even ended up picking up the microlab, too, just for on the go reasons. Thanks for all the videos and keep up the awesome work! 🙌🏻🙏🏼

[@deejayeetee]

Thanks for this video. I've been looking at finally getting a Midi keyboard for a while, and I'm pretty sure I'll be going with the MiniLab Mk2. It was helpful seeing it in comparison with some of the other Arturia keyboards.

[@AlexIsiv]

as an orchestral music producer, essential 88 and a sustain pedal is all i need, no more, no less

[@MelodyStar1121]

just about to start learning in my senior years. So far your presentation has been the most informative. Thank you.

[@harrodsongs]

Good luck Mary!

[@MelodyStar1121]

@@harrodsongs Thank you Jason. Yeah , been taking timing . Like when I write I have to really have proper mind set. Do take care and remain healthy. One Love

[@Keziapurrs]

I use the Minilab MKII and love it! I used the Akai MPK Mini prior to the Arturia and i love the options and feel of the Arturia much better. I"m looking to buy the Microlab eventually for travel. My ultimate goal would be to own a Keylab MKII. Thanks for the great and informative video. I've been subscribed to your channel for quite a while, but this time I hit the bell. I don't want to miss any of your awesome content. Good day to you!

[@loganmathews4790]

Dope giveaway man.

[@prodJuicyJules]

I literally ordered my MiniLab MK2 like 12 hours ago so you better not say anything bad about it😤😤 Edit: You didn‘t and I‘m still convinced I ordered the perfect Midi for me

[@HenrySantos_hanksan]

Thanks for the thoughtful reviews! I'm really diggin' the KeyLab Essentials 49...

[@TheBudBoss]

I love how you came in holding 4 midis lol xD that's how I feel. I just got 1K store credit at sam ash and I want to get the mk2 88.. Is that a good choice?

[@RedBaron8698]

Just ordered the MiniLab Mk2. it's gonna be my first midi controller. I've been wanting to have a crack at music production for a while now, and I finally pulled the trigger.

[@frankiethewolf7712]

I’ve been using it for 3 months !! It’s amazing to get your foot through the door :) good luck 🍀

[@gerardopujado1868]

Many thanks Patrick. I own the Keylab 61 essential connected to Reaper and it rocks for music production. Now I wanted to choose between the MicroLab and the MiniLab for a Xmas gift. Your video totally helped me make up my mind. Really helpful! :)

[@ShFred]

Is there any chance you would have an opinion on Nektar Impact LX25+ as well? I've been interested in one for a long time. However I've read some polarizing Amazon reviews on it; some saying it's really good and some saying the keys and build quality is terrible. Unfortunately there are not many review on that keyboard on KZbin.

[@RemitheDreamfox]

Super handy video! My brain feels like it grew at least three sizes today :D

[@metalliholic]

Thanks for making these awesome videos. Helps me a lot. Soooo many options!!

[@NarbenDeligencia]

I accept donations 🙂

[@captain1607]

from south africa, best midi keyboard reviews i've found on youtube. thanks dude

[@56844398]

Hi there, thanks for the demo!! I really hope you could help me to answer this question. Can I rewire Ableton Live 10 (from Arturia) with Logic Pro X? ... cause I havent been able to, even though I rewired it at preferences ): I was wondering if the Ableton version of Arturia does not allow it...?

[@KevinBrightman]

Great video. Which one do you think works best with Logic Pro X, Reason and Native Instrument Ultimate 12?

[@pierrefitch]

Arturia KeyLab MkII 61 Keyboard Controller would this work well with akia Mpc one

[@internationalhousemusic1741]

Been bidding for that Arturia keylab essential 49, but can’t afford it.

[@JCox964]

Heyy, got that 49 a few months ago. Ohhhhhh boi , well worth it. Go to American music supply, they offer monthly payments option. Great deal.

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

Thanks for the help Joel!

[@juanpivideoblog2946]

Really appreciate the effort. Thanks Patrick, getting this information here in Bolivia and the midi keyboards are a pain. There are no stores with this information or this keyboards. Thanks, hope to get one on Amazon, unfortunately there are out of stock: I think that's because of this video jaja. Thanks again.

[@seancotter6945]

Aaannnd that's it. I've now seen all your videos. Thanks for giving out such clear and genuinely easy to understand info. My Minilab MKII just arrived today! Im pumped!

[@ELISHACAEZ]

I have a little portable Mini Studio that I can fit in my bag It consists of My Macbook Air 13 and it’s Charger An Anker Ultra Compact Bluetooth Keyboard A Logitech M355 A SanDisk 500 GB Extreme Pro SSD An Anker Powercore 20 Portable Charger A Focusrite 2i2 An Anker USB Splitter A beyerdynamic DT770 Pro (250 Ohm) or a Samson Tech SR850 (80 ohm) depending on if I’m reviewing an already mixed song Of course a pair of Apple EarPods just to review mixes An Akai MPD 218 (I needed a full 16 Pad Finger Drum) An Arturia Microlab A KORG NanoKontrol 2 A SHURE SM57 (For Acoustic Instruments) A SHURE SM58 (For vocals) and A Blue Ember (Also for Vocals) and some wind screens This is probably the best place to start from all the research I’ve done. Everything you need to be able to completely take control of your daw on the go without having to sacrifice anything as far as quality of Drum Pads and Keyboard Keys go. My only gripe is the Microlab doesn’t have any knobs but that’s where I can use the NanoKontrol2 as an instrument. Lmk if I should add anything to my set up or if there are better things to recommend to ppl lol

[@garycard1826]

I'm really interested in the Arturia Mini-Lab MKII 25 Slim-Key Controller, BUT reading user comments on Amazon...(With respect to the)"…rotary encoders (the knobs). Any rotation medium to slow and the values start jumping arround, sometimes as much as 10%. So bad it is unuseable. (As per the Web)…I am clearly not the only one. The terrible thing about this is apparently Arturia have known about this for at least the last two years, and not just in this device". Another user says"…using Logic Pro X then I would say, give it a miss." Can you comment on these remarks, please? I'm currently using GarageBand as my DAW.

[@deanmiles-smith]

Loving arturia products a great range of delicious devices

[@MrTonycnyc]

Thanks for all the Videos Patrick. I have found myself coming back to get info many times. Am just about to get the KeyLab MkII 61 based on your reviews. Arturia OWES YOU, lol

[@profd65]

Can you use an Arturia Microbrute as a keyboard controller for another synth that has no keyboard? I'm sorry: I'm just a dumb guitarist who knows nothing about this stuff.

[@kevinantomusic]

Hi, May I know whether the MK2 61 Black is suitable for live stage performances?

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

Yes. Absolutely.

[@baorichard4345]

Hi, thanks for all the reviews, which is really helpful to me. i am new to music world and interested in EMDS, i have no idea of music and instruments. but here is my needs. I would love to have a budget keyboard that can work with PC so that i can learn to play music(mostly pure music and EDM). i need some thoughts and recommendations! Appreciate in advance~

[@jamesfarrelly234]

Looking forward to keylabbing in my new MacStudio…it’s alive! It’s alive. Thanks, Patrick.

[@bassnsax]

First: Great first name. Second: You were one of the reasons I also purchased a MiniLab Mk2, and one of the contributing factors to soon buying a KeyStep for my live MIDI controller. I've been toying around with the idea of a KeyLab Essential 49...but I think having the input & output options on the KeyStep might be more worthwhile at the moment (and my tablet is a bit under-powered to display my music and run Analog Lab at the same time 😕). I love the keybed on the the MiniLab Mk2 and the KeyStep!

[@CptLz24]

NIce ! Good luck to all..hope I win hehe. how come you didn't mention the keystep tho? I'm vacillating between the keystep and the minilan mkII. Suggestions anyone? (Complete noob here)

[@erlenken]

Our family just started our Arturia journey with the minilab MK 2. One (beginner bassist) uses it for jamming, another for beatmaking with FL studio. All of us are fascinated about Analog Lab Lite. Just curious where we might venture next!

[@julianachille3406]

That was awesome! Definitely gonna get on of the mk2s

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

They're dopeeee

[@louddude]

My minilab in 2022 came with different soft - Mini V3, Stage-73 V2, Rev PLATE-140

[@electrikm38]

Looking to upgrade from the keystep to the Mk2and would this be compatible to my other software synths and not only the Analogue Lab?any suggestions?

[@christhomas4526]

Nice review, thanks! Question: does the Arturia Minilab mk2 have that single note chord trigger feature? Looks cool but I can't tell if this machine has that option (I don't have myself... yet), thanks

[@maxma3492]

Great video!

[@LGgn]

is there any difference between Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 BE and Arturia KeyLab Essential 88 Or is it just the color ?

[@Phantommxr]

I wonder why FL Studio 20 doesn't have any Arturia presets?? I would love to get a MKII but setup seems like a pain!

[@louddude]

my m-audio oxygen 49 is dying, and my choice for the new one is MiniLab Mk2 49, the only problem - it doesn't exist yet 😀

[@benjaminwu4830]

Thanks for making this video. Does this sync well with the ipad 2021 garageband?

[@dilanmulumba]

Thanks for your explanation. It's very helping for me to decide which one to buy

[@MarcoLucifora]

I’ve just sold all my midi controllers, waiting for Arturia Keystep Pro to be released !!

[@ole4624]

Lets to do this.🤩🎸

[@geekindakitchen]

I have the keylab MK2 61 key ultimate, but honestly I am thinking of getting the Keylab Essential 88 now that I see we are getting a Black Edition.

[@reedtrygd4277]

Keystep? It's mainly made with hardware synths in mind but you should consider it if you want something like a Microlab with more keys.

[@jackawackamooable]

I just turned the big 4..5.. lol and I got back into doing music after 25+ years. I currently don’t use a keyboard thanks to Covid-19 wiping my job away. But, I enjoyed watching you explain and play a little music. I hope I can get as good as you someday. Keep up the great videos.

[@pabloemilioescobargaviria8003]

good for you i recently started too but im 21 and hopefully i wont give up on this hobby

[@mitchellglick8737]

I just picked up the Keylab Mark II 61 and my fingers keep getting stuck on the bottom of the keys. Is it just me? The keys feel nice until you travel to the bottom and they feel like there is rough edge between all the keys. Thoughts?

[@edi-fire9446]

you were the one who convinced me to buy my first arturia on your first comparison video , so THANK YOU BRO i got the black edition mini lab , it was stolen, and i screwed up went purchased a different brand cause it was cheaper , NEVER again , i hope they come with a mini lab 3 soon .. once again thanks bro

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@tromola]

Interesting, I'm leaning on picking up a Keylab essential 61 tomorrow. Seems its the best value point to be.

[@prongpraison8463]

I love mini lab but the sensitivity really sucks! You would have to adjust most of your velocity to actually get what you want.

[@eulchenel9538]

Thanks for all the info, man! Hope to get my hands on one of these amazing keyboards soon :D!

[@Brirongauri]

Since i saw the keylab 61 you used on your vids, I got in love. You’ve got a really good eye for gear👌🏽 Really love the way Arturia craft their stuff also, the possibilities are massive! One more time you nailed it👌🏽 Really entertaining video 🤟🏽

[@musicfrmsoul]

Me: Which Midi keyboard I Should Buy ? Arturia : Your Experience Your Sound ❤

[@Chef_PC]

I love the Minilab. You mentioned the Analog Lab dial controls for the Essential, but didn’t mention it on the Minilab, which works similarly.

[@rufex2001]

Super informative video! Only problem is I want all those controllers now...

[@gerryk9]

bought one. arturia has THE WORSE customer support. Bought a NI KK to replace ot

[@TheEggsnbakey]

This was helpful... but now I want to spend 999$ on that 88 key mk2... 😬🤔

[@bosnianlain]

alright its a nice review but omg this lofi in the background is annoying, specially for 14 minutes.

[@halperez2643]

Hi Patrick. I got a Mini-lab MKii. Maybe you could do a demo vid on how to use it with Ableton. I need help.

[@anshul.infinity]

Can you please suggest me which one of them.is good for hip pop music production between keylab essential vs mini ?

[@straightedge_eli2062]

Yo!! Thanks for the video and info.. Is the give away still happening??

[@markhilliard4037]

Patrick, freaking awesome review of Arturia!!! you are a superstar man!!!@

[@harvardbritmuffin]

If I bought any of the Keylabs used on reverb, do you think I'd get the arturia software as well? Or is that only when I buy it new?

[@kip4966]

Fyi you have to buy one otherwise you're using the Ableton Live free download which is 90 day free trial.

[@jamesdean3548]

Wish companies would drop the "99" and call it like it is - $300 and $400.

[@CubeartAnimations]

I got the Launchkey 49 key a few weeks ago, it’s really good (especially with Ableton). Nice recommendations!

[@PatrickBreenMusic]

They make great stuff for sure!

[@heavydbooysen9742]

its easy on use and get going for songwriters so thats an option for me to purchase 4 of the 49 key Lab Midi's for my Music production studio. i have a lot of production guys and writers so thats about to do for me so far.

[@ytpadux]

Can u use garageband or other softwares with these keybords?

[@ninimaborah723]

Of course

[@brianhoneycutt5938]

Thanks for the cool vid. Is there anything like the Mini Mark II that also has some of the sequencer features some of there other keyboards have?

[@romarionorman8197]

The Only thing between me and my Minilab MK2 are delivery services this quarantine.

[@CountBlagorath]

Your video on the MKII sold me on it back in January. I take it with me to band practice all the time and the build quality hasn't let me down at all. Every single aspect of it is nearly flawless and it can't be overstated how much of a workflow monster it really is. You rarely have to remove your hands from the keyboard which is huge for me when recording. Trying to find the mouse after you practice a section over and over again only makes it harder to get a perfect take. Its by far the best purchase I've made.

[@scottwitt]

Great information. I’m try to make a choice between these keys and your information helps

[@vfclists]

Please adjust the background track next time. It is way too loud.

[@abstudio3592]

Does the 49 keylab come with full analog lab or just demo?

[@alexmcdonald5842]

I bought the Minilab MkII a few weeks ago and am in love with it. Definitely wanted to upgrade to larger board soon but I'm happy with what I have!

[@jb_boyer]

I originally started looking into how to just plug my guitar into a computer, now I'm convinced that I want a MIDI controller to start making my own music! Great channel!

[@kleonholiday]

no awesome keystep and the massive other beasts by arturia in there unfortunately. but never mind, some else did the - usb job ;)

[@josiasmiguel2176]

Great video. Very informative! Thanks for sharing.

[@woutvaneeckhoudt8084]

Which would you say has the best keybed the keylab mk 2 61 ,or the keylab essential 88?

[@LaytonR]

Thanks to your video I know what model I should buy. Thanks bro!