Designed for the mobile musician, producer, or analog enthusiast, the KeyStep from Arturia is a 32-note, slimkey keyboard with an integrated 64-step sequencer/arpeggiator. The slimkey keybed offers velocity and aftertouch, while each step of the 64-step sequencer can have up to 8 notes. The step sequencer offers 8 memories, while the arpeggiator mode offers 8 pattern styles. Additionally, the swing and gate length can be set via the keyboard on-the-fly.

The KeyStep offers a chord-play mode that sets chords and then plays them back with a single note, a feature that can also be used in the arpeggiator mode for chord arpeggiations. Additional performance controls include capacitive-touch pitchbend and modulation strips. For the analog producer, the KeyStep offers pitch and modulation CV (control voltage) outputs, a Gate output, and Sync I/O via 1/8" / 3.5mm connectors. The KeyStep ships with a micro-USB to USB cable.

32-Note Slimkey Keybed    Velocity and Aftertouch    64-Step Sequencer with 8-Note Polyphony    Arpeggiator with 8 Patterns    Single-Note Chord Memory    Capacitive-Touch Pitchbend & Modulation    Analog CV and Gate Outputs    Sync: Internal, USB, MIDI, Sync Input    Built-In Full-Sized MIDI Connections    Includes micro-USB to USB Cable

• Proprietary Slimkey Keybed: A new 32-note keyboard with velocity and aftertouch, designed by Arturia for keyboardists
• Polyphonic Sequencer / Arpeggiator: Each sequence can have 64 steps; each step can have up to 8 notes. Step-sequencer with 8 memories or Arpeggiator mode with 8 pattern styles. Set swing and gate length from the keys
• Chord Play Mode: Set chords and then play them back with a single note. Can also be used in Arpeggiator mode for chord arpeggiations
• Performance Controls: Capacitive-touch pitchbend and modulation strips
• Digital & Standalone: The USB port allows for standard, class-compliant, bus-powered operation. Connect an optional USB power adaptor to use KeyStep in a standalone situation
• The three CV outputs send pitch and gate signals, along with a velocity, aftertouch, or mod. ribbon signal, to control an analog instrument or module
• CV supports 1 volt per octave, volt/Hz modes, Gate output 5V or 12V for modern or vintage gear support
• Sync: Clock input and output supports 1 pulse per step, 2 PPQ (Korg Volca), 24 PPQ DIN sync, 48 PPQ DIN sync. The sync mode selectors allow you to select the clock source: internal, USB, MIDI or Sync input
• Connect: MIDI in/out – full size connectors
• Play: Sustain pedal input
• Low Power: Can be powered by Apple iPad (camera connection kit required)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it include the wooden feet as shown in the pics? Thanks in advance

A: No, the wooden legs are not included. This is a brand new item which has not yet been shipped to dealers. At this time Arturia only lists that availability and pricing are to be determined for the wooden legs. More information should be available after the keyboard is in stock so please do check back with us.

Q: 2. Does it take a standard or universal sustain pedal?

A: It will take many brands of sustain pedal. The one that seems to be the best one for the Casio WK-7600 is the M-Audio SP-2 Universal Keyboard Sustain Pedal. We have it at B&H and the part number is B&H # MASP2. I have attached a photo of the pedal for you.

Q: 3. Does this have waterfall keys?

A: No, the keys on the Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII Hammer-Action MIDI Controller have a very small lip at the end. They are not waterfall style keys with a totally flat edge.

Q: 4. hi what are the dimensions of this key lab thanks?

A: The Arturia KeyLab MKII 49 measures 31.2 x 11.7 x 2.1" (793 x 297 x 53 mm).

Q: 5. Does it require external speakers?

A: Yes

Q: 6. If you have a mic pre processor that provides gain, like DBX 286s, is there a way to bypass the interface’s gain?

A: By utilizing the mic preamp on the DBX 286s, you can adjust the gain for your mic at this stage. Then come out line level to the 1/4-inch TRS input of the Aturia Audiofuse. The gain on the unit cannot be bypassed, but with a strong line level signal coming in, there would not be much gain adjustment needed.

Q: 7. Are the 200 sample memory slots blank when the unit is new? In other words, are these 200 slots *in addition* to the pre-loaded samples that come with the unit?

A: volca sample has an increased memory of 200 memory slots; double its predecessor. 50 are left empty on factory settings so you can load either your own original or pre-made libraries. Pattern locations have also have been increased from 10 to 16. The new generation of volca sample comes with a brand new sound library that has been carefully curated to fit the needs of all music producers and beat makers everywhere. This great selection of 150 samples will take your production to the next level, making it possible to make tracks on the fly with sounds that will fit every genre, including recent ones such as Future bass, Trap, Lo-Fi hip hop, and many others!

Q: 8. Can the Korg SQ1 be used to sequence lights for a light show?

A: If your light board can accept the CV/GATE OUT, MIDI OUT or USB MIDI instructions from the KORG, then yes.

Q: 9. Hi there anyone tried to use Arturia Beatstep Controller & Sequencer, in roland V-1HD video switcher? I need to control the audio and add some custom keys to effects. Thanks

A: The Arturia Beatstep is a universal MIDI controller that allows users to control software programs. You may use it to control audio functions within a program and parameters within the given program, but not the Roland V-1HD.

Q: 10. Are there any pictures of the connector? Does it come out of the mic at a right angle or straight out of the bottom?

A: The Arturia MicroFreak Gooseneck Microphone's 3.5mm connector is on the flat part of the mount, which sits flush against the MicroFreak's headphone jack. It can be seen mounted in this image: https://bit.ly/3tMXEfZ"