KeyLab mk3 is an advanced MIDI controller designed to meet the demands of professional use and integrate seamlessly with software and hardware instruments. With a pro-grade semi-weighted keybed, touch-sensitive controls and innovative creative features encased in a durable, high-quality construction – discover a keyboard built without compromise that you can rely on at every turn.

Premium keys for modern creatives
From its design, to its pro-grade keybed and seamless software control – KeyLab mk3 leaves no stone unturned. Whether sculpting a studio masterpiece or channeling the raw energy of a live performance, KeyLab mk3 offers a high-quality construction and elevated playing experience that will inspire your very best composition. With touch-sensitive controls, a fully redesigned aftertouch, semi-weighted keybed and flexible creative features; discover the perfect balance between engineering excellence and musical articulation.

Ultimate creative catalyst
KeyLab mk3 isn’t just an extension of your setup, its an extension of yourself. Designed to enhance every aspect of your music-making process, from integrating effortlessly with your DAW to supporting musical ideation – take full command of your setup like never before.

Superior playability
Combining a redesigned semi-weighted keybed with a high-quality construction, KeyLab mk3 meets the demands of professional use while ensuring reliability and durability.

Deep software integration
KeyLab mk3 offers advanced connectivity with all major DAWs, allowing you to view contextual information on-screen and have complete control of your music making software and instruments.

Fully-featured
From customizable MIDI settings and intuitive controls to advanced creative features that support musical ideation – KeyLab mk3 is a powerful ally both in the studio and on stage.

Pro software included
With Analog Lab Pro, Ableton Live Lite and a range of timeless instruments from the world-renowned V Collection, discover a suite of pro-grade software to start making music right away.

Unprecedented control
Effortlessly streamline your creative process. Use the pads and sliders to trigger clips and control your mix in-the-moment. Ready to record? Navigate your DAW and project in real-time without slowing your momentum. Need to edit an instrument? Whether it’s a drum rack in Ableton Live or an Arturia plugin, everything is perfectly assigned, ensuring an intuitive and uninterrupted workflow.

Redesigned keyboard
Experience unparalleled control of synth and piano sounds with an updated aftertouch keybed design. With keyboard balance, weighting and spring tension full reworked. Discover a playing experience that will take your music to new heights.

Advanced visual interface
Take full control of your settings, parameters and custom mappings with KeyLab mk3’s advanced visual interface. The 3.5″ 480x320px full-color screen ensures intuitive navigation and real-time feedback.

Expanded pad capabilities
Unleash your creativity with KeyLab mk3’s enhanced pad capabilities. With 4 Pad Banks of 12 velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, seamlessly switch between finger drumming, clip launching, and endless mapping possibilities.

Touch-sensitive knobs
Achieve a greater degree of precision with KeyLab mk3’s nine touch-sensitive 360 Degree rotary potentiometers: offering responsive, smooth control that allows you to fine-tune your sound and workflow with ease.

Touch-sensitive faders
Adjust your track levels, envelope settings, and custom parameters with KeyLab mk3’s nine faders – providing the responsive and precise control that puts you in command of your sound.

Fine-tune the level of the tracks in your DAW and other crucial parameters with nine smooth faders, providing precise control at your fingertips

Connectivity you need
Instantly transition from composing with your favorite hardware synth to managing your DAW projects with KeyLab mk3’s dedicated MIDI I/O and DAW mappings – keeping you in control.

Advanced creative features
Discover musical serendipity with a range of innovative creative tools. Create fun ever-changing melodies, unique chord voicings and always stay in key without thinking twice. From Scale mode to the Arpeggiator and Chord play, these tools allow you to experiment and compose with ease so you can bring your ideas to life.

Chord play
Play rich, full, powerful chords with a single key and make the most of Keylab 3′ smart voicing – great for when you need quick inspiration with new progressions.

Scale mode
Set your playing free and never go out of key with KeyLab mk3’s Scale mode, which quickly locks the keybed to one of several built-in scales. Wrong notes? Never again.

Arpeggiator
Turn chords and notes into vibrant melodies and generative patterns with a built-in Arpeggiator, complete with Hold function so you can go no-hands.

Deep integration
KeyLab mk3 takes frictionless software control to another level. Adaptive mapping allows you to tweak your sound settings, launch clips & scenes, and navigate around any project in real-time – all without ever leaving the controls. KeyLab mk3 integrates seamlessly with your favorite software and enables advanced user programs to support your workflow where you need it most – so you can stay in the flow.

A closer look
Explore the controls, layout, and creative features of KeyLab mk3 in detail, from its premium keybed to performance features.

Performance Controls
Bend your notes and modulate your sounds with the pitch bend & mod wheels. Transpose your keyboard by semitones or full octaves with transpose controls.

Chord, Scale, Arp & Hold
Engage Chord Play or Scale mode, activate the Arpeggiator, or use the Hold function to sustain notes, chords, or arpeggios even after you’ve released the keys, perfect for creating evolving musical textures.

Bank, prog, MIDI, settings buttons
Switch effortlessly between programs, pad banks and MIDI channels, plus quickly access the settings menu

Velocity and pressure-sensitive RGB pads
Play MIDI notes, tap drums and samples, trigger clips. The RGB lighting keeps you visually in tune with your performance.

Transport controls & DAW commands
Take full control of your recording software with custom scripts and compatibility with support for MCU/HUI protocols.

Display & Contextual Buttons
See real-time feedback on your project and sound with a bright 3.5″ full-color display. Use the corresponding 8 contextual buttons to let you navigate your sounds and project in real-time.

Touch-sensitive 360 Degree potentiometers
See the current encoder value simply by touching it, and adjust crucial controls with ultra-smooth action

Redesigned keybed
Durable, release-velocity-sensitive hybrid-feel keys tweaked for optimal accuracy and expressivity, thanks to Aftertouch, will capture every nuance of your performance.

Kensington security slot
Protect your keyboard with a compatible security lock

Pedal Input
Connect a pedal and assign the input to Sustain, Modulation, or Expression mode, adding another layer of control to your performance

MIDI in/out
Control any MIDI-compatible gear, like synths and drum machines. Sync external MIDI gear to KeyLab mk3 for a fully integrated setup.

USB-C
Bus-powered USB-C connectivity ensures compatibility with modern setups and provides a reliable power source.

Commitment to quality
Every unit goes through 180 individual tests to guarantee impeccable, long-lasting performance. From circuit boards, to keybed tuning and final assembly, KeyLab mk3 is subjected to rigorous testing to ensure the professional quality and flawless finish your studio deserves. Its construction is also designed to stand the test of time, with high-density plastic, ruggedized knobs and real-wood panelling included as standard.

Play your way
Whether in the studio or on stage, KeyLab mk3 has everything you need to bring your music to life.

Enhance your studio workflow
Discover new levels of studio efficiency with KeyLab mk3, offering a bridge between you and your favorite production tools. A centerpiece that lets you go from controlling custom parameters to gliding around DAW projects with ease.

Designed for composers
Excel at expressive compositions with a keybed designed to match your musicality. With effortless preset selection and hands-free DAW control, KeyLab mk3 is the perfect solution for demanding composers.

Reliable on stage
Access all the parameters you need when performing. Change instruments, trigger drums, adjust effects and split your keybed all from the front panel – so you can focus on what matters most: expressivity, energy, pleasure.

Pro software Included
From faithfully recreated acoustic instruments and pianos to a myriad of classic and modern synths sounds, KeyLab mk3 has you covered.

KeyLab mk3’s focused controls give you quick access to the most useful & intuitive elements of your project & sound without complicating things.