# Arturia Keylab Mk3 88-key Midi Controller - White ## Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 88-Key Hammer-Action MIDI Controller with Aftertouch – White **Piano-style expression. Powerful DAW control. A premium centerpiece for the modern studio.** The Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 in White is a professional **88-key hammer-action MIDI keyboard controller** designed for pianists, producers, composers, keyboardists and recording studios that want expressive performance combined with extensive hands-on control over software instruments and music-production workflows. Featuring a fully weighted hammer-action keybed with aftertouch, a 3.5" color display, 9 touch-sensitive rotary encoders, 9 touch-sensitive faders, 12 pressure-sensitive performance pads and extensive DAW integration, KeyLab 88 mk3 puts your virtual instruments and production controls directly beneath your hands. Its distinctive **White finish** also gives studios, production rooms and performance spaces a clean, contemporary alternative to the traditional black studio keyboard. Whether you're performing a concert piano library, composing orchestral music, programming synthesizers, creating beats or controlling a mix, KeyLab 88 mk3 is designed to make working with software feel more like playing an instrument. ### How Does the Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 Work? KeyLab 88 mk3 is a **MIDI controller**. It doesn't function like a conventional digital piano or synthesizer with a traditional collection of internal sounds. Instead, it communicates performance and control information to compatible software instruments, DAWs and external MIDI equipment. Connect KeyLab to your computer, open a compatible virtual instrument and begin playing. Press a key and KeyLab tells the software what note you played and how you performed it. Move a fader or turn an encoder and the controller can manipulate an assigned software parameter. Strike a pad to trigger compatible drums, samples, chords or other functions. The sound itself comes from your software instrument or compatible external sound source. This gives musicians access to an enormous world of sounds while retaining the tactile experience of a professional hardware keyboard. ### 88-Key Fully Weighted Hammer-Action Keyboard At the heart of KeyLab 88 mk3 is its **88-note fully weighted hammer-action keyboard**. For pianists and keyboard players, the weighted action provides a substantially more piano-oriented playing experience than lightweight synth-action MIDI controllers. The full 88-note range makes it especially compelling for: - Piano libraries - Orchestral composition - Film scoring - Classical performance - Electric piano - Virtual instruments - Music production - Live performance - Music education - Professional composition ### Expressive Aftertouch KeyLab 88 mk3 supports **aftertouch**, adding another dimension of expression after a key has already been pressed. With compatible software and appropriate mapping, aftertouch can control parameters such as: - Vibrato - Modulation - Filter movement - Volume - Effects - Instrument articulations This allows performers to introduce expressive changes directly from the keyboard without constantly reaching for another controller. ### 3.5" Full-Color Display A large **3.5-inch full-color display** provides visual information directly from the controller. Browse compatible sounds. View parameters. Navigate software. See contextual information. Make adjustments. And stay focused on the keyboard instead of continually shifting your attention back to the computer. ### 9 Touch-Sensitive Rotary Encoders KeyLab 88 mk3 provides **9 touch-sensitive rotary encoders** for hands-on parameter control. Depending on your software, mapping and operating mode, these can be used to manipulate: - Synth parameters - Plugin controls - Panning - Sends - Effects - Instrument parameters - DAW functions For producers and sound designers, physical controls can make virtual instruments feel considerably more immediate. ### 9 Touch-Sensitive Faders Nine integrated touch-sensitive faders provide another level of tactile control. Use them for: **DAW Mixing** — Control compatible channel levels. **Orchestral Composition** — Map expression, dynamics and other MIDI parameters. **Virtual Instruments** — Manipulate envelopes, organ drawbars and other compatible controls. **Sound Design** — Adjust multiple parameters without depending entirely on a mouse. For composers working with large orchestral libraries, the faders alone can become an important part of an expressive production workflow. ### 12 Pressure-Sensitive Performance Pads KeyLab 88 mk3 includes **12 velocity- and pressure-sensitive performance pads**. Depending on your software and mapping, use them for: - Drum programming - Percussion - Sample triggering - Clip launching - Chords - DAW commands - Other assignable functions That means a pianist or keyboard player can also program beats and trigger performance elements without adding a separate pad controller to the desk. ### Deep DAW Integration KeyLab mk3 is designed to provide extensive control over compatible digital audio workstations. Dedicated DAW controls can provide hands-on access to important production functions such as: - Play - Stop - Record - Track selection - Session navigation - Mixing - Solo - Mute - Additional DAW commands This can significantly reduce the amount of time spent moving between the keyboard, mouse and computer keyboard during a production session. ### Deep Arturia Software Integration KeyLab 88 mk3 is particularly powerful when used with Arturia's software ecosystem. Integration with **Analog Lab** and compatible Arturia software allows the controller's display, encoders, faders and other controls to provide direct access to sounds and important parameters. The result is a workflow where the hardware and software can feel much more like one integrated musical instrument. ### Arpeggiator, Chord & Scale Functions KeyLab 88 mk3 includes creative tools designed to help musicians perform and develop musical ideas. **Arpeggiator** — Transform held notes and chords into rhythmic patterns. **Chord Functions** — Create and trigger harmonic material more efficiently. **Scale Functions** — Work within selected musical scales and explore new melodic ideas. These tools can be particularly useful for producers, songwriters and composers looking to develop ideas directly from the keyboard. ### Control Hardware Synthesizers Too KeyLab isn't limited to software. Its MIDI connectivity allows it to control compatible external equipment such as: - Hardware synthesizers - Sound modules - Desktop synths - MIDI-enabled instruments - Other compatible studio equipment This makes KeyLab 88 mk3 equally useful in software-based studios and hybrid hardware/software environments. ### Extensive Pedal Connectivity For pianists, composers and expressive performers, pedals are an important part of the playing experience. KeyLab 88 mk3 provides extensive pedal connectivity for compatible sustain, expression and additional control pedals. This can be particularly useful for piano performance, orchestral libraries and live keyboard rigs. ### Premium White Finish The White KeyLab 88 mk3 offers the same professional control platform in a distinctive finish that can become a visual centerpiece of a studio. It's particularly attractive for: - Modern white studios - Content-creation rooms - Luxury production spaces - Home studios - Teaching studios - Contemporary stage setups For customers building a carefully designed creative environment, the finish can matter almost as much as the equipment itself. ### Key Features & Specifications **Type:** Professional MIDI keyboard controller **Color:** White **Keyboard:** 88 keys **Key Action:** Fully weighted hammer action **Aftertouch:** Yes **Display:** 3.5" full-color screen **Rotary Encoders:** 9 touch-sensitive encoders **Faders:** 9 touch-sensitive faders **Performance Pads:** 12 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads **Pitch Control:** Pitch wheel **Modulation Control:** Modulation wheel **DAW Control:** Dedicated integration with compatible DAWs **Arturia Integration:** Deep integration with Analog Lab and compatible Arturia software **Arpeggiator:** Yes **Chord Functions:** Yes **Scale Functions:** Yes **MIDI Connectivity:** MIDI DIN **USB Connectivity:** USB-C **Pedal Connectivity:** Multiple pedal inputs for compatible performance controls **Primary Applications:** Music production, piano performance, composition, film scoring, orchestral programming, studio recording and live performance ### Who Is the Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 For? **Pianists** — Get a full 88-note hammer-action playing surface for controlling high-quality virtual piano instruments. **Composers** — Use the keyboard, faders and expressive controls for orchestral writing and scoring. **Producers** — Control virtual instruments, plugins and compatible DAW functions from one professional hardware surface. **Film & Game Composers** — Map faders and controls to expression, dynamics and other parameters within compatible orchestral libraries. **Recording Studios** — Add a full-size professional MIDI controller capable of controlling a broad range of software and hardware instruments. **Keyboardists** — Build a sophisticated software-based live keyboard rig around an expressive weighted controller. **Arturia Users** — Gain deeper hands-on access to Analog Lab and compatible Arturia software instruments. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Does the Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 have weighted keys?** Yes. KeyLab 88 mk3 features an 88-note fully weighted hammer-action keyboard designed to provide a more piano-oriented playing experience. **Does KeyLab 88 mk3 have aftertouch?** Yes. Aftertouch provides additional expressive control with compatible software and instruments. **Does the KeyLab 88 mk3 make sound by itself?** KeyLab is primarily a **MIDI controller**, not a standalone synthesizer or conventional digital piano. A compatible software instrument or external MIDI sound source generates the audio. **Can I use KeyLab 88 mk3 for piano?** Yes. Its 88-note hammer-action keyboard makes it particularly well suited for controlling compatible virtual piano instruments. **Can I use it for orchestral libraries?** Yes. The full keyboard range, faders, encoders and expressive controls make it particularly useful for composers working with compatible orchestral libraries. **Does KeyLab 88 mk3 have drum pads?** Yes. It includes 12 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads for drums, samples, chords and other assignable functions. **Can KeyLab control my DAW?** Yes. KeyLab mk3 provides dedicated integration and controls for compatible DAWs. **Can it control hardware synthesizers?** Yes. Its MIDI connectivity allows it to control compatible external synthesizers, sound modules and other MIDI equipment. **What's the difference between the Black and White KeyLab 88 mk3?** The primary difference between these two color variants is the finish. Choose the version that best complements your studio, stage or creative workspace. ### Turn Software Into an Instrument The Arturia KeyLab 88 mk3 combines an **88-key hammer-action keyboard, aftertouch, 3.5" color display, 9 encoders, 9 faders, 12 performance pads and extensive software/DAW integration** in one professional controller. Perform a concert piano. Shape an orchestral arrangement. Control a synthesizer. Program a beat. Mix a session. And do it from one expressive hardware centerpiece. For musicians who want the flexibility of software without giving up the tactile experience of a professional keyboard, KeyLab 88 mk3 provides a powerful bridge between the two worlds. **Need help completing your keyboard or production setup?** Backline Music Gear can help identify compatible keyboard stands, benches, pedals, audio interfaces, studio monitors, headphones, MIDI equipment and other accessories based on your studio or performance workflow. _Arturia, KeyLab, Analog Lab and related product names are trademarks of their respective owners. Product and trademark names are used solely for accurate product identification. Software bundles, compatibility, specifications and included accessories are subject to manufacturer changes; verify the specific product configuration at time of purchase._ ## Details - **Price:** 999.0 USD - **Vendor:** Backline Music Gear ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Default Title | 999.00 USD | In stock | ## Images - Arturia Keylab Mk3 88-key Midi Controller - White --- > Source: [Backline Music Gear](https://backlinemusicgear.com/products/arturia-keylab-mk3-88-key-midi-controller-white) > Updated: 2026-10-01