Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 Ultra MIDI Keyboard Controller (Orange)
The Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 Ultra brings expressive keyboard control, deep software integration and hands-on production tools into one bold orange MIDI controller. With a redesigned 49-key semi-weighted keybed, aftertouch, pads, faders, encoders and a full-colour screen, it is built to sit at the centre of a studio or live setup.
Expressive Control for Studio and Stage
Firstly, the 49-note keybed responds to velocity and channel aftertouch, helping you bring more feel into synth parts, piano lines and performance gestures. You also get 12 touch- and pressure-sensitive pads, 9 touch-sensitive 360° rotary encoders, 9 faders, transport controls, pitch and modulation wheels, plus dedicated DAW commands.
Creative Tools Built In
In addition, scale mode helps keep your playing in key, while Chord mode with smart voicing makes it easier to build richer progressions from the keyboard. The built-in Arpeggiator and Hold function also give you quick ways to create movement, rhythm and evolving ideas without breaking your workflow.
Deep Software and DAW Integration
Furthermore, the KeyLab mk3 Ultra comes with a 3.5″ full-colour screen and 8 contextual buttons, giving you clear feedback while browsing sounds, adjusting settings and controlling your session. It also integrates with software such as Analog Lab, V Collection instruments, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, Bitwig Studio and MainStage, with MCU/HUI and NKS compatibility for wider control options.
Software Included
The KeyLab 49 mk3 Ultra also comes with a strong creative software bundle, giving you plenty to start producing straight away. It includes Analog Lab Pro with 2000+ sounds, Mini V, Piano V, Augmented Strings, Rev PLATE-140, Ableton Live Lite, your choice of Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select bundle, a 2-month Loopcloud subscription and a Melodics subscription with dozens of lessons.
Premium Build and Connectivity
With wood and aluminium components, USB-C power, MIDI 5-pin DIN in/out and pedal input for sustain, expression or footswitch control, the KeyLab 49 mk3 Ultra is made for serious music-making. Finally, the ultra orange finish gives it a premium look that’s sure to stand out in any studio.
Key Features
- 49-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller: Semi-weighted keys with velocity sensitivity, release velocity and channel aftertouch for expressive instrument performances.
- Ultra Orange Finish: Distinctive orange colourway with wood panels and aluminium construction for a studio or live keyboard setup.
- DAW Control: Dedicated integration with Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase and Bitwig Studio, plus MCU/HUI compatibility.
- Arturia Software Integration: Browse presets and adjust mapped instrument parameters in Analog Lab and V Collection directly from the controller.
- Drum Pads: 12 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads across four banks for finger drumming, triggering samples and MIDI assignments.
- Rotary Encoders and Faders: Nine touch-sensitive 360-degree rotary encoders and nine faders give you control over mixer levels, instrument parameters and effects.
- Full-Colour Display: 3.5-inch screen with eight contextual buttons provides visual feedback while browsing sounds and adjusting settings.
- Scale, Chord and Arpeggiator Modes: Explore melodies, trigger chords with smart voicing and turn held notes into rhythmic patterns.
- Performance and Transport Controls: Pitch and modulation wheels add expression, while dedicated transport buttons control playback and recording in supported software.
- USB-C and MIDI Connections: USB-C provides computer connectivity and bus power, while 5-pin MIDI DIN input and output connect compatible hardware instruments.