Arturia KeyLab 49 MK3 Ultra Edition

The Arturia KeyLab 49 MK3 Ultra is a USB MIDI master keyboard that comes in an eye-catching orange color, featuring a 49-key semi-weighted keyboard, aftertouch, a color display, 12 pads, 9 faders, 9 touch-sensitive rotary controls, and advanced integration with DAWs, Arturia software, and NKS.

The Arturia KeyLab 49 MK3 Ultra is a premium USB MIDI controller designed for producers, musicians, and performers who want complete control over their creative setup. This special Ultra version builds on the KeyLab mk3 platform and presents it in an eye-catching orange color, designed to stand out boldly on stage and in the studio.

The semi-weighted keyboard, sensitive to velocity and aftertouch, offers an expressive and precise response, suitable for both music production and live performance. The hardware controls include 360° touch-sensitive knobs, faders, velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, transport controls, and dedicated DAW functions, allowing you to manage virtual instruments, software parameters, automations, and production workflows instantly.

The 3.5-inch full-color display with a resolution of 320x480 px and 8 context-sensitive buttons allows you to view real-time information and navigate parameters, settings, and controls with greater clarity. The KeyLab 49 mk3 Ultra is fully customizable directly from the unit or via the included software, allowing it to adapt to different creative approaches, musical genres, and studio setups.

The built-in creative functions help you quickly transform ideas into structured musical parts. Scale mode keeps you within the selected scale, the arpeggiator generates dynamic and articulate patterns, while the Chord Play function offers fixed chords or progressions with intelligent voicing. These are useful tools for building melodies, harmonies, sequences, and patterns more fluidly, without interrupting the creative flow.

The Arturia KeyLab 49 MK3 Ultra offers deep integration with Arturia software and advanced control over major DAWs, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio, with dedicated MIDI mappings and MCU/HUI support. Native Kontrol Standard (NKS) compatibility also allows it to be integrated into production environments based on Native Instruments instruments and NKS-ready software.

Connectivity options include USB-C, MIDI DIN In/Out, and inputs for sustain, expression, and auxiliary pedals, making the KeyLab 49 MK3 Ultra suitable for both controlling virtual instruments and integrating with synthesizers, sound modules, and external MIDI hardware. USB-C power delivery simplifies use in studios, home studios, and live setups.

The construction combines wood and aluminum components, a sturdy frame, and a design tailored for professional use. The Ultra finish (orange) adds a strong visual identity to a controller that's already feature-rich, making it an effective solution for those seeking control, expressiveness, and stage presence.

Arturia KeyLab 49 MK3 Ultra includes a comprehensive software bundle featuring Analog Lab Pro, over 2,000 sounds, Mini V, Piano V, Augmented Strings, Rev PLATE-140, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select (choose from Select Beats, Select Band, or Select Electronic), a 2-month Loopcloud subscription, and a Melodics subscription with dedicated lessons.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ARTURIA KEYLAB 49 MK3 ULTRA

Type: Premium USB MIDI controller

Keyboard: 49 semi-weighted keys

Keyboard response: velocity and aftertouch

Controls: 9 touch-sensitive 360° knobs, 9 faders, 12 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with 4 banks

Commands: transport, DAW controls, save, undo, redo, and dedicated functions

Display: 3.5-inch full-color

Display resolution: 320x480 px

Contextual buttons: 8

Creative features: Scale Mode, Arpeggiator, Chord Play with fixed chords or progressions with smart voicing

Software integration: Arturia Software

DAW integration: Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Cubase, and Bitwig Studio

Control protocols: Dedicated MIDI mappings, MCU, and HUI

Compatibility: Native Kontrol Standard

Connections: USB-C, MIDI DIN In, MIDI DIN Out

Pedal inputs: sustain, expression, auxiliary

Power: via USB-C

Construction: Wooden side panels, aluminum chassis, rugged design for professional use

Packaging: eco-designed packaging

Included software: Analog Lab Pro with over 2,000 sounds, Mini V, Piano V, Augmented Strings, Rev PLATE-140, Ableton Live Lite, Native Instruments Komplete 15 Select (your choice), 2-month Loopcloud subscription, Melodics subscription with lessons

Package contents: Quick Start guide, registration card, USB-C to USB-A cable

Dimensions and weight: 787 x 280 x 72 mm; 6.1 kg