Arturia KeyLab 88 MK2 Limited Black Edition – Pro-Grade 88-Key Hammer Action MIDI Controller

The Arturia KeyLab 88 MK2 Limited Black Edition is crafted for professional musicians, studio engineers and live performers seeking the premium weighted feel of a piano combined with full MIDI control flexibility. With a hammer-action Fatar TP/100LR keybed, extensive knobs, faders and pads, plus seamless integration with software and modular gear, it brings depth and precision to your workflow—available through Soundium.

Key Features

• Fatar TP/100LR hammer-action keybed with aftertouch: Delivers an expressive, piano-like feel with full MIDI control and dynamics.
• 16 RGB back-lit performance pads and dedicated transport controls: Enables drum programming, clip launching and live performance immediacy.
• 9 faders and 9 rotary encoders plus DAW/Analog Lab templates: Immediate hands-on control of mixer levels, plug-in parameters and performance elements.
• Extensive connectivity including CV/Gate, MIDI In/Out, USB and pedal inputs: Bridges studio software, hardware synths and modular rigs with ease.
• Bundled software package: Includes Analog Lab with thousands of presets, plus Piano V, Wurli V and VOX Continental V instruments for instant creativity.
• Limited Black Edition aesthetics: Premium build finishes in matte black with high-quality wood end cheeks, giving a stage-ready and studio-worthy build.

Customer Benefits

Whether you’re composing a score, performing live or controlling hybrid hardware-software rigs, the KeyLab 88 MK2 gives you a workstation-style controller with the finesse of a grand piano and the flexibility of a modern MIDI hub. You’ll be able to shape sounds with physical controls, stay in the creative zone without digging through menus, and integrate seamlessly across platforms and gear—Soundium helps you get set up and ready.

Quick Specs

• Keyboard: 88 full-size, hammer-action keys with aftertouch
• Performance controls: 16 pads, 9 faders, 9 rotary knobs, transport panel
• Connectivity: USB-B, MIDI In, MIDI Out, CV/Gate (4 outputs), expression/sustain/aux pedal jacks
• Dimensions: 129.3 × 32.2 × 11.2 cm
• Weight: approx. 14.7 kg

What’s in the Box

• Arturia KeyLab 88 MK2 Limited Black Edition controller (B-Stock, without Original Packaging)
• USB cable
• Sheet-music/laptop plate
• Quick-start guide

Use Cases / Ideal For

Ideal for studio producers, keyboardists switching between acoustic feel and synth setups, live performers controlling software and hardware, and composers who need weighted keys plus MIDI flexibility.

Compatibility

Fully compatible with macOS and Windows (class-compliant USB), major DAWs like Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Studio One and more. Also connects to hardware via DIN MIDI, USB and CV/Gate.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Exceptionally realistic piano feel with hammer-action keys and aftertouch
• Extensive physical control surface — immediately usable with software and hardware
• Software bundle adds outstanding value and immediate creative potential

⚠️ Cons:

• Heavy at approx. 14.7 kg — not ideal for ultra-portable live carry
• Large footprint — requires significant desk or stage space

The Arturia KeyLab 88 MK2 Limited Black Edition combines top-tier keyboard action, hands-on control and software integration in one premium package. If you demand the feel of an acoustic instrument plus modern MIDI functionality, this is a studio and stage powerhouse—to explore at Soundium.