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You just kinda confirmed my gut feeling about 49 keys not being enough after a while, so thanks for your genuine review. Also commenting for the algorithm, I like the chill vibe, cheers.
Arturia makes the V collection, which is a set of 23 VST plug-ins of classic synths like the Arp 2600, Matrix 12, etc. They also make Analog Lab which is all the synths and all the presets from V collection but without the editing ability. You can adjust certain parameters like envelope or reverb amount but you cannot create new patches. Analog Lab is free with this controller. V collection is not. If you have bought any of the VSTs in V collection you will be able to edit those individual instrument.
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Great video. Have to say, just picked one of these up and videos like these have been a great help. I have a bunch of Arturia gear, including the Keylab 88 mk1, but I was looking for something to help me streamline my live rig, much like what you've demo'd here. It's certainly made me think a lot more about how to use Analog Lab/V Collection more creatively. Cheers!
It is my favourite set of keys and I prefer the key-action (or perhaps lack thereof) over the Keylab 88 mkii which I have too. When using it with a laptop or PC I definitely recommend using an audiointerface as that will kill latency. A rather simple Focusrite did the job for me, so I can use very complex sounds from Arturia’s Analog Lab without noticeable latency.
@@maksymilianbiruk6877 You don't have to plug your midi controllers directly into your audio interface, the audio interface is there to act as an Audio Driver. All midi devices will experience reduced latency when using one, even though they are connected to the PC not the interface.
im gonna ask a question does this keyboard can be used in fl studio? what I think I can use this keyboard for every sound or plugin I think like computers keyboard I'm confused
@@SoumyajitSarkar I don't know anything about it-- the Essential might have the same keybed as the 49 and 61... it's not for everyone, but you might enjoy it. There is also another 88-key, that is weighted with real piano feel. Never played it. It's expensive, and might be a great board. Hope that helps!
I just picked up a 61 for 150 dollars. Seemed to good of a deal to not buy after seeing some reviews. And for a starter. Can't wait to play around with it.
Hey Dylan, thank you for the review. I also bought it recently and super happy about it. I'm using it with Logic, but now trying to transfer into Pro Tool and wondering if you know if those two are compatible ? No videos about it on RUclips, so if you know it could be very helpful! Thank you!
Did you ever get it working? Still no videos on it and I can't seem to get protools to detect it even tho plugging it in the screen on the midi will say "DAW detected"
Great video bruh. Me too in the same confusion. Whether to buy essential or mk. And it all comes to...Is keylab mk ii is easy to play for live performance ?
i dig your style. found yor first via the maschine 2022 review. also looking at this keyboard...more stuff that i don't really need lol. but would def be nice to have the hardware integration with the Analog Lab that i already have. either that or just map my Maschine to it!
@@DylanParisMusic premapped to Maschine, but not Analog Lab 5, right? The way I look at it, getting a Keylab 49 is like getting a new (cheap) synthesizer so I can unlock all of those soft synths in a fluid manner.
dude that point u mentioned about GAS definitely hit home 😂 I was really considering dropping 3 grand on a Prophet 5 smh. im between the keylab 61 and the keystep 37- do you know if the keylab has scale quantization like the keystep 37?
Thanks Dylan for the video. Do you know if it integrates well with any iOS apps? It looks like a great controller, but I can't see an Analog Lab iOS app.
Its basically just a midi controller on ios, you can map it's parameters in apps that support midi mapping but it's not gonna be pre mapped like with analog Lab and Arturia sounds on pc/mac
hey bro im looking on gear4music and idk if its just me but the midi keyboards look old style. this keyboard looks sick but from this video it still looks big just like my other 2 old yamaha midi keyboards which are both 61 key. i would love a pure white glossy midi keyboard or theres this shiny red on the akai pro looks sexy. now days things are just black and look crap lol. i might buy this idk.
Hey thanks for this video! I'm pretty new to this sort of thing but I want to buy a midi keyboard that I can use with Logic Pro x and use live on stage for lots of different presets and assign nobs to different parameters and such. Sorry for the stupid question but when you use this keyboard with logic can you access the synths sounds that come with or do you have to use different software to access these? Thanks!
@@DylanParisMusic I use the IPad with BM3, AUM, Atom 2 and Koala for my SP404 urges. I’m thinking of getting the MC101 because I can add my own samples but still use the Roland Synth engine. They have great sounds too.
Hey dylan these sounds and effects are preset or you have to connect with computer to make these things.I dont have a good computer can i do these without it
The keyboard is a midi keyboard so it doesn't produce sound without being plugged into a computer or device that produces sound. Hypothetically you could route the audio out of that second machine to your looper
So it seems worthless without something like the V collection, or did I misunderstand you? Sorry, new to the synth world and I'm trying to learn everything.
So it includes a version of analog lab which has some good sounds, and it’s a decent midrange midi controller if you want to control other plugins or devices as well
I believe it is a good option for the force, you should be able to access midi options plugged in directly. I haven’t used the combo in a while though, in general I only use the keys on a midi keyboard when plugged into groove boxes rather than other functions
@@DylanParisMusic awesome, thanks. Also, can I just ask, if you load an flp file do the faders adjust the presets in the daw depending on how they're set on the controller? Thank u.
@@DylanParisMusic OK, I mean, do the mixer faders in your DAW move to same position as the faders on your arturia controller when u open a project file, if that makes sense?
@@SlinkiestTortoise23 Hmm I just thought about a modular midi keyboard. How cool would it be if you could change faders, pads and other controls for everybody’s needs? Choose your frame, put an octave more in for piano playing, put a controller module more in for live synth gigs. That would be fantastic! :)
You connect a p/a system to a sound source. In this case the sound source will be either your computer (likely via the audio interface) or an instrument (MPC, synth, etc.) that the Keylab would be controlling.
This question is for anyone: how annoying is it not having an arpeggiator on the Keylab Essential or the Keylab MK II (which I'm considering)? I'm really struggling with that, because the Arturia keyboards otherwise sound great for my needs! I'm struggling with getting an M-Audio Oxygen Pro 49 instead, then buying Arturia's Analog Lab, so that I can arpeggiate on the keyboard instead of having to do it through Ableton or Analog Lab - if that's even an option on all of the Analog Lab instruments without having to buy the full plugins?
If your daw has an arpeggiator midi plugin you can put that as the first part of the device chain, otherwise you might want to try to the Novation LaunchKey Line cause they have a built in arp feature. Personally I don’t think built in arps are super necessary if you’re using with daws.
Don't know how to play keyboard but I feel I need to add this with my mpc one setup. I dont see anyone combining these 2 together so I'm assuming it's not a good combo. But I want the keylab 49. Lol
@Dylan Paris good to know. I'm most likely going to get the keylab mk2 this week even though I have no idea how to use it. But I will take the time to learn it......it looks and sounds ridiculously sweet. Cheers
Anyone else experiencing a weird glitch wherein the keyboard triggers the E2 key all of a sudden? It happens to all my virtual synths from time to time while using this midi controller
It's great UNLESS u wana use anything else besides Arturia software, the preset browser buttons and wheel is locked to the 2 default kb presets. Outside of those u can't even map the wheel to Arturia plugins, let alone others. Wana control daw track volume with sliders while browsing trough presets? No can do! Hell, wana browse presets with the wheel on any other plugins besides Arturia? This keyboard won't do this. It works great in Arturia ecosystem, but it sucks haaaard for anything outside of it, so consider this before buying, just a friendly warning
@@DylanParisMusic really a shame, I really love Pigments, but the lack of keylabs hardware flexibility and limited fx in the pigments itself just makes it not an option if u wana use it as a main rig live. Had to switch to M-Audio Oxygen mini and will try to main UVI Falcon for synths, hope it works out.
Nice balanced review... Like the personal reflections such as financial responsibility, making the best of the equipment you have etc.. Probably a bit too intelligent for your average Joe, but please don't dumb down for Jackasses. Keep it honest!
@@DylanParisMusic ok, I get that, just trying to figure out what will fit my needs, I think keystep pro for separate tracks, honking to my hard synths, and merging a little with Ableton. But yeah seems this would be better if your only using your daw. Thanks bud.
Arturia vst instruments are just awesome. But this keyboard...uh. I didn't have a great experience. Poor quality in construction feeling like a toy. Buttons clicks extremely loud. So annoying. Returned. I got an Novation Launchkey MK3. Now I have two kids and a dog.
Hey I was wondering… do those knobs up top have the same parameters: Cutoff, Resonance etc across multiple Synths from the Arturia Collection? Maybe a silly question! I’d go for this in Black as I’m not really keen on White!
It plays like a dog. I've never been so disappointed in a keybed in my life (and I've had dozens of synths in my time) - it's so spongy it's almost unplayable. The rest is great but what's the point if the keyboard isn't. 😔
Personally I love the key-action very much. It is my keyboard of choice and I prefer it over the 88key Mkii which requires way too much force. I have had both for a year now and I use the 49 key essential far out most often.
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You just kinda confirmed my gut feeling about 49 keys not being enough after a while, so thanks for your genuine review.
Also commenting for the algorithm, I like the chill vibe, cheers.
Thank you! And yeah if I could go back I would get 61 in a heartbeat
Arturia makes the V collection, which is a set of 23 VST plug-ins of classic synths like the Arp 2600, Matrix 12, etc. They also make Analog Lab which is all the synths and all the presets from V collection but without the editing ability. You can adjust certain parameters like envelope or reverb amount but you cannot create new patches. Analog Lab is free with this controller. V collection is not. If you have bought any of the VSTs in V collection you will be able to edit those individual instrument.
Hey this was pretty cool! Thanks for being genuine about it :)
Thank you! And thanks for watching :]
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Thanks for this video! I was about to buy the 49, but now i'm definitely going for the 61. Thanks for the advice!
Great video. Have to say, just picked one of these up and videos like these have been a great help. I have a bunch of Arturia gear, including the Keylab 88 mk1, but I was looking for something to help me streamline my live rig, much like what you've demo'd here. It's certainly made me think a lot more about how to use Analog Lab/V Collection more creatively. Cheers!
thank you for watching and for the kind words! glad I could help :]
It is my favourite set of keys and I prefer the key-action (or perhaps lack thereof) over the Keylab 88 mkii which I have too. When using it with a laptop or PC I definitely recommend using an audiointerface as that will kill latency. A rather simple Focusrite did the job for me, so I can use very complex sounds from Arturia’s Analog Lab without noticeable latency.
How did you plug the Arturia to the focusrite interface? Most of them doesn't have any MIDI connection ports.
@@maksymilianbiruk6877 You don't have to plug your midi controllers directly into your audio interface, the audio interface is there to act as an Audio Driver. All midi devices will experience reduced latency when using one, even though they are connected to the PC not the interface.
A very valid comment...
You speaking of latency makes sense...
im gonna ask a question does this keyboard can be used in fl studio? what I think I can use this keyboard for every sound or plugin I think like computers keyboard I'm confused
Still love my Essential 49 (and 61). It's just a great board with a lot of nice features. Some people hate the keybed but I love it.
At first I hated the cabbage action of the keybed but I came around to it.
I am thinking of getting the 88 one.. thoughts?
@@SoumyajitSarkar I don't know anything about it-- the Essential might have the same keybed as the 49 and 61... it's not for everyone, but you might enjoy it. There is also another 88-key, that is weighted with real piano feel. Never played it. It's expensive, and might be a great board. Hope that helps!
Thank you for this video. Just what I was looking for!
I have the 49 and it's still amazing, esp with V Collection 8. So many sounds and features.
does it come with V collection for free? if so, can you use it as a VST on a DAW??
Does it come with V lab 8? Like as a VST?
It does come with a V lab suite but not the full V collection
@@DylanParisMusic that sucks. What’s the difference?
Analog lab is a series of presets and v collection is a collection of fully programmable virtual recreations of synths
great review man, waiting for mine, you just made me more excited
Thank you! And that's exciting! I hope you dig it!
i'm gonna get ARTURIA KEYLAB ESSENTIAL 49 can't wait to try it with the MPC ONE
I just picked up a 61 for 150 dollars. Seemed to good of a deal to not buy after seeing some reviews. And for a starter. Can't wait to play around with it.
That's awesome! I definitely want more keys than 49
Btw, your "oof" hat makes me chuckle. Where did you get it / what is it in reference to?
Haha thanks! I got it from a site called Dad Brand I think, a facebook ad worked on me haha
Great video dude!
Thank you!
Great video dawg
Thank you!
My favorite as well!
Really nice dude.
Thank you!
I literally clicked the like button second before you mentioned it xd
🙏🙌😎
Awesome.
Do you have your own video that shows the performance of this Midi controller in Ableton?
I do have Ableton.
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Hey Dylan! How do you get the presets to load so quicly? It always takes a couple of seconds for me, even on my beast of a pc. :)
This should work going into my Roland Integra I hope Brendan at Sweetwater thought so.
Hey Dylan, thank you for the review. I also bought it recently and super happy about it.
I'm using it with Logic, but now trying to transfer into Pro Tool and wondering if you know if those two are compatible ? No videos about it on RUclips, so if you know it could be very helpful! Thank you!
I'm not sure if it is as I haven't used Pro Tools but I can't imagine it wouldn't work if Pro Tools supports basic midi
Did you ever get it working? Still no videos on it and I can't seem to get protools to detect it even tho plugging it in the screen on the midi will say "DAW detected"
Great video bruh. Me too in the same confusion. Whether to buy essential or mk. And it all comes to...Is keylab mk ii is easy to play for live performance ?
I'm not sure on that, definitely want to get my hands on the mk2 someday.
@@DylanParisMusic same plan bro 🤟
i dig your style. found yor first via the maschine 2022 review. also looking at this keyboard...more stuff that i don't really need lol. but would def be nice to have the hardware integration with the Analog Lab that i already have. either that or just map my Maschine to it!
Thank you! If you’re using a Maschine I’d recommend the S49 or A49 vs this one for the pre-mapped functionality
@@DylanParisMusic premapped to Maschine, but not Analog Lab 5, right? The way I look at it, getting a Keylab 49 is like getting a new (cheap) synthesizer so I can unlock all of those soft synths in a fluid manner.
Every Arturia plugin is NKS compatible so the NI keyboards are premapped to those too
At least everything in the V collection and Pigments
dude that point u mentioned about GAS definitely hit home 😂 I was really considering dropping 3 grand on a Prophet 5 smh. im between the keylab 61 and the keystep 37- do you know if the keylab has scale quantization like the keystep 37?
Not sure on that last question! The GAS is always real though haha
@@DylanParisMusic what is GAS???
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Thanks Dylan for the video. Do you know if it integrates well with any iOS apps? It looks like a great controller, but I can't see an Analog Lab iOS app.
Its basically just a midi controller on ios, you can map it's parameters in apps that support midi mapping but it's not gonna be pre mapped like with analog Lab and Arturia sounds on pc/mac
I think its Great Also ,I liked using the Mouse to Change the sounds on the Software
Thanks!
hey bro im looking on gear4music and idk if its just me but the midi keyboards look old style. this keyboard looks sick but from this video it still looks big just like my other 2 old yamaha midi keyboards which are both 61 key. i would love a pure white glossy midi keyboard or theres this shiny red on the akai pro looks sexy. now days things are just black and look crap lol. i might buy this idk.
not related to the topic lol but what is that black cylindrical thing on that table
Deodorant lol
Dude, this one bring the Analog lab complete or just a few ones?
Very cool!
Thank you!
Hey thanks for this video! I'm pretty new to this sort of thing but I want to buy a midi keyboard that I can use with Logic Pro x and use live on stage for lots of different presets and assign nobs to different parameters and such. Sorry for the stupid question but when you use this keyboard with logic can you access the synths sounds that come with or do you have to use different software to access these? Thanks!
Not a stupid question at all! Looked at Arturia's website and it looks like logic pro x supports analog lab so you should be good to go!
@@DylanParisMusic Thanks so much! can't wait for an upgrade :)
@@DylanParisMusic I can can fully certify that it does. Just finished a project with it.
Great video! So what do you think about Ableton Live integration?
Thanks! The live integration is decent and it's very easy to swap between Analog Lab and DAW mappings, but I usually just use a push 2 to control live
Is this good to purchase if I want it to use play live shows? Would it connect to a mixing board?
It is a MIDI controller so it makes no sound by itself!
Great. I wanna it
I hate how much click the button has, feels like alot of work changing sounds
Do you know where I can find an online course on how to use this midi controller in conjunction with ableton
does this have an expression pedal input?
I think you just sold me on this keyboard
Can you have hold button on when laying down 808s?
I'm gonna get this, just 12, 500 Pesos at Lazada 🇵🇭
Greetings from the Philippines sir! 🥰
Awesome! Thanks for watching :]
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Does it come with the V Collection when you buy it on sweetwater?
Not the full collection but I believe it comes with analog lab
i just ordered it
Rad!
Is this keyboard worth it before I buy it to use it with my Akia MPC one
It's not going to have all the features it would have with analog lab when plugged into an MPC but it's still a solid midi controller for the price
I agree I can’t go dawless because the cost and the lack of effects. It’s challenging.
Definitely, I've learned towards hybrid stuff like this for a nice balance :)
@@DylanParisMusic I use the IPad with BM3, AUM, Atom 2 and Koala for my SP404 urges. I’m thinking of getting the MC101 because I can add my own samples but still use the Roland Synth engine. They have great sounds too.
Yeah the mc101 looks awesome, definitely check out Gabe Miller Music's channel for good mc101 vids
Can you elaborate the reasons why you wanted the Keylab 61 MK2 other than the number of keys?
It's really just the number of keys and the aftertouch / build quality
Hey dylan these sounds and effects are preset or you have to connect with computer to make these things.I dont have a good computer can i do these without it
The keyboard is only a midi controller, all of the sounds are on the computer
@@DylanParisMusic thank you
Oh, that 8:20 preset is so good.
Timecop 1983
I'm having nothing but issues with this thing. It's my second attempt with an arturia pos. I should've learned by mow.
brutal! i'm sorry to hear that, hope you've looped in their support team!
I thought the Analog Lab 4 and 5 I had that came with the keyboard was the full version. It feels like a full version. What am I missing?
Analog lab and the V collection are two different things
Do you get V collection included when u buy this midi keyboard?
You get Analog Lab but not the full V collection
Hey man please reply me i really need the answer how do you make the pads automatically light up tho like a beautiful light coming out from the pad
You have to go into the MIDI Control Center and edit your pad colors from there.
Hey! It comes already with analog lab?
Yep!
Can I connect it to Boss RC 505 MK2 and loop all the sounds coming from the keyboard together with whatever I play on my loop station?
The keyboard is a midi keyboard so it doesn't produce sound without being plugged into a computer or device that produces sound. Hypothetically you could route the audio out of that second machine to your looper
So it seems worthless without something like the V collection, or did I misunderstand you? Sorry, new to the synth world and I'm trying to learn everything.
So it includes a version of analog lab which has some good sounds, and it’s a decent midrange midi controller if you want to control other plugins or devices as well
At this point I prefer the native instruments keyboards though
@@DylanParisMusic So you make your music mostly through native keyboard sounds?
@@DylanParisMusic BTW your album is well done. Good job!
@@dangercat8919 thank you!
Would this controller pair well with the Akai Force? Putting together a live performance setup.
I believe it is a good option for the force, you should be able to access midi options plugged in directly. I haven’t used the combo in a while though, in general I only use the keys on a midi keyboard when plugged into groove boxes rather than other functions
@@DylanParisMusic thank you 🙏
Is this or blk code 49 m audio better 🤔 ?
Haven’t tried that m audio one, but there’s also a newer model of this one I haven’t tried either so I’m a bit out of the loop for that comparison
I though this was not compatible with the iPad USB C
On fl studio it only lets me use mono and not poly how do I fix that?
No clue but definitely confirm the synth is polyphonic and try with different plugins
Hi, thanks for the vid, are the knobs infinity knobs??
Yep!
@@DylanParisMusic awesome, thanks. Also, can I just ask, if you load an flp file do the faders adjust the presets in the daw depending on how they're set on the controller? Thank u.
I have no idea for that one
@@DylanParisMusic OK, I mean, do the mixer faders in your DAW move to same position as the faders on your arturia controller when u open a project file, if that makes sense?
@@freddymercury2259 next time i have it plugged in i'll check, this hasn't been my main controller in a while so i haven't used it in a minute
The faders should be on the left side. I would buy it right away if they were.
I actually completely agree with you on that! Seems an oversight on the design. It’s like, not hands on because they are on the wrong side!
@@SlinkiestTortoise23 Hmm I just thought about a modular midi keyboard. How cool would it be if you could change faders, pads and other controls for everybody’s needs? Choose your frame, put an octave more in for piano playing, put a controller module more in for live synth gigs. That would be fantastic! :)
This would be dope! I’d buy it haha
@@DylanParisMusic me too 🤓
@@dondonaudio8191 Absolutely fantastic idea! Coffee machine module for late nights!
So if there’s no output… how might I go about plugging it into a p/a system for shows?
It's a midi keyboard, it doesn't produce sound just midi data
You connect a p/a system to a sound source. In this case the sound source will be either your computer (likely via the audio interface) or an instrument (MPC, synth, etc.) that the Keylab would be controlling.
Does it have aftertouch?
No it doesn’t
Is this keyboard better then komplete kontrol 49?
I haven't used that one, not sure!
How about orchestral instruments? Does the presets have them?
The V Collection doesn't have any string libraries but you can use the controller with other vsts
@@DylanParisMusic ok thank you👍
@@khrienvich4084 sinatra vst is free and if you tune it the right way it can sound pretty decent
This question is for anyone: how annoying is it not having an arpeggiator on the Keylab Essential or the Keylab MK II (which I'm considering)? I'm really struggling with that, because the Arturia keyboards otherwise sound great for my needs! I'm struggling with getting an M-Audio Oxygen Pro 49 instead, then buying Arturia's Analog Lab, so that I can arpeggiate on the keyboard instead of having to do it through Ableton or Analog Lab - if that's even an option on all of the Analog Lab instruments without having to buy the full plugins?
If your daw has an arpeggiator midi plugin you can put that as the first part of the device chain, otherwise you might want to try to the Novation LaunchKey Line cause they have a built in arp feature. Personally I don’t think built in arps are super necessary if you’re using with daws.
You can also buy an Akai MPK Mini for dirt cheap. Has a pretty good one. I use both.
@@DylanParisMusicso basically i can just used an arp in ableton if I don't get a keyboard with it?
Don't know how to play keyboard but I feel I need to add this with my mpc one setup. I dont see anyone combining these 2 together so I'm assuming it's not a good combo. But I want the keylab 49. Lol
I’ve used the keylab essential with the mpc live and it’s been totally solid. I haven’t used the knobs and faders mapped though, just the keys
@Dylan Paris good to know. I'm most likely going to get the keylab mk2 this week even though I have no idea how to use it.
But I will take the time to learn it......it looks and sounds ridiculously sweet.
Cheers
The sounds in the video are plugins that are not on the MPC so definitely take that with a grain of salt, this is just a midi controller.
Weighted keys?
I don't think so
Is 49 keys enough? Or should i go with 61 keys?
I'd get the 61 if I could go back and change
@@DylanParisMusic thanks man will do. To me Arturia seems the best quality for the price.
I want to Know to this keyboard use amp or have a speaker in it please some body pls tell me
it's a midi keyboard it doesn't produce sound, just midi notes
this or nektar LX+?
Haven't heard of the nektar so I can't speak to it
Anyone else experiencing a weird glitch wherein the keyboard triggers the E2 key all of a sudden? It happens to all my virtual synths from time to time while using this midi controller
Sounds like a faulty key
@@DylanParisMusic that sucks coz I love this controller.
Definitely reach out to their support team to see if they can help
Can I use this with FL Studio?
I believe it will work well with FL but I haven't tested
From what I have seen it should work great with FL Studio after some manual mapping.
It's great UNLESS u wana use anything else besides Arturia software, the preset browser buttons and wheel is locked to the 2 default kb presets. Outside of those u can't even map the wheel to Arturia plugins, let alone others. Wana control daw track volume with sliders while browsing trough presets? No can do! Hell, wana browse presets with the wheel on any other plugins besides Arturia? This keyboard won't do this.
It works great in Arturia ecosystem, but it sucks haaaard for anything outside of it, so consider this before buying, just a friendly warning
Yeah my primary is now the Novation Launchkey 49 Mk3, definitely more flexible in Ableton anyway
@@DylanParisMusic really a shame, I really love Pigments, but the lack of keylabs hardware flexibility and limited fx in the pigments itself just makes it not an option if u wana use it as a main rig live. Had to switch to M-Audio Oxygen mini and will try to main UVI Falcon for synths, hope it works out.
Nice balanced review... Like the personal reflections such as financial responsibility, making the best of the equipment you have etc.. Probably a bit too intelligent for your average Joe, but please don't dumb down for Jackasses. Keep it honest!
Thank you! That's so kind!
This vs keystep pro?
This one is much better for my use case
@@DylanParisMusic does this have a sequencer
No it doesn't, I only use it with DAWs and grooveboxes
@@DylanParisMusic ok, I get that, just trying to figure out what will fit my needs, I think keystep pro for separate tracks, honking to my hard synths, and merging a little with Ableton. But yeah seems this would be better if your only using your daw. Thanks bud.
@@jdssurf This is how I use it. Keystep pro sequencing 4 tracks, inc drums, Keylab for live play alongside.
The keybed action on this keyboard sucks !!!! I had to return it. The m audio oxygen pro 61 is better option than this. Or alesis VI61.
Thanks for watching :]
Arturia vst instruments are just awesome. But this keyboard...uh. I didn't have a great experience. Poor quality in construction feeling like a toy. Buttons clicks extremely loud. So annoying. Returned.
I got an Novation Launchkey MK3. Now I have two kids and a dog.
Fair enough! I'm enjoying it but totally fair you didn't. How do you like the Launchkey? I've been happy with Novation stuff in the past
Buttons loud? On the NI A-series, yes. The M32, yes. This one? The buttons are totally quiet.
Having GAS is costly
100 percent
Hey I was wondering… do those knobs up top have the same parameters: Cutoff, Resonance etc across multiple Synths from the Arturia Collection? Maybe a silly question!
I’d go for this in Black as I’m not really keen on White!
They usually do hit the same parameters, especially if you use Analog Lab to load the instruments
too noisy for me. good job on using it for a year before reviewing it.
Thanks for watching!
It plays like a dog. I've never been so disappointed in a keybed in my life (and I've had dozens of synths in my time) - it's so spongy it's almost unplayable. The rest is great but what's the point if the keyboard isn't. 😔
Personally I love the key-action very much. It is my keyboard of choice and I prefer it over the 88key Mkii which requires way too much force. I have had both for a year now and I use the 49 key essential far out most often.
Does it have aftertouch?
It doesn't but the normal more expensive one does
@@DylanParisMusic Thanks man! ✌🏼