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Get started
with KeyLab mk3

Get your KeyLab mk3 up and running and kick start your musical journey.

Set up
KeyLab mk3

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  1. Connect KeyLab mk3 to your computer, from the interface’s USB port.
  2. Download and install Analog Lab.

  3. Launch the software and follow the instructions inside Analog Labto set up your KeyLab mk3.

Warum Analog Lab?

Analog Lab manages both your KeyLab mk3 and your sound content.

  • Keep your KeyLab mk3 up-to-date
  • Verwalte und optimiere deine Sounds im Detail
  • Integrate KeyLab mk3 into your Studio
  • Access 2000+ vintage and modern sounds from our award-winning V Collection.

Mehr über Analog Lab erfahren →

If you’re looking for specific and custom MIDI mappings, you can find them here →

If you're experiencing issues with the installation process, let us help you →

Get more from your KeyLab mk3
free software, tutorials & more

Discover a suite of pro-grade software that provides everything you need to start making audio content out-of-the-box.

Learn more
with our KeyLab mk3 tutorials

Start your creative journey with confidence. Explore essential features, tips and tricks on how to design your own sounds, other music production hacks and much more.

Tutorials playlist

1. KeyLab mk3 | How to Control FL Studio
Lena demonstrates how KeyLab mk3 and FL Studio work together to take your music production to the next level. With custom integration, you’ll have deep control over your DAW, from clip launching to mixing and more.
2. KeyLab mk3 | How to Control Ableton Live on Mac OS
Learn how to unleash the full potential of Ableton Live with KeyLab mk3. Lena demonstrates how the dedicated DAW mapping provides seamless connectivity, letting you launch clips, play melodies, tweak your mix effortlessly, and more.
3. KeyLab mk3 | How to Control Logic Pro
Lena shows you how KeyLab mk3 integrates perfectly with Logic Pro. With the help of dedicated DAW mappings, you'll learn how to streamline your workflow, control instruments, and mix tracks with the intuitive and touch-sensitive features of KeyLab mk3.
4. KeyLab mk3 | How to Control Bitwig
Dive into Bitwig Studio with Lena as she shows you how to integrate KeyLab mk3 using its custom integration. Discover how to control your DAW workflow with precision, flexibility, and ease - all at your fingertips.
5. KeyLab mk3 | How to Control Ableton Live on Windows
Learn how to unleash the full potential of Ableton Live with KeyLab mk3. Lena demonstrates how the dedicated DAW mapping provides seamless connectivity, letting you launch clips, play melodies, tweak your mix effortlessly, and more.
6. KeyLab mk3 | How to Control Cubase
Discover how to enhance your Cubase workflow with KeyLab mk3. Lena walks you through the dedicated DAW mapping designed for seamless integration, allowing you to navigate, create, and produce music more efficiently than ever before.
7. KeyLab mk3 - Overview
Join Lena as she takes you on an in-depth tour of KeyLab mk3, Arturia's flagship MIDI controller. Discover its smart features, workflow highlights and some inspiring sounds that are included as standard.
16min58
8. How to Control Arp and Chord Mode
Follow Lena to learn how to use the creative features of the KeyLab MK3 to effortlessly create interesting melodies and harmonies.
11min55
9. Arturia Software Integration
Lena explores the seamless integration between KeyLab mk3 and Arturia's Analog Lab & V Collection. Experience its intuitive pre-mapped controls alongside a library of award-winning synth and keyboard sounds.
12min50
10. How to Control Third Party Plugins
Discover how to map your favorite VST plugin to the controls of KeyLab mk3. Lena offers a simple guide to third party plugin configuration for Ableton, FL Studio, Cubase and Logic Pro, so you can make the most of KeyLab mk3's powerful controls in any environment!
4min48

KeyLab mk3 | How to Control FL Studio

Lena demonstrates how KeyLab mk3 and FL Studio work together to take your music production to the next level. With custom integration, you’ll have deep control over your DAW, from clip launching to mixing and more.

Install
additional Arturia software

KeyLab mk3 comes with incredible and powerful Arturia software included for free.

To install your additional Arturia software, use the Arturia Software Center:

  1. Lade und installiere das Arturia Software Center. (If you already use the Software Center, skip to step 2.)
  2. Open the Arturia Software Center and look for your KeyLab mk3 .

    (Your KeyLab mk3 must be registered in order to show up in the Arturia Software Center. If you have not done it yet,you can do so here.)

  3. Click on Activate, then click on the KeyLab mk3 title to reveal the included software and install them individually or all at once.
If you're experiencing issues with the installation process, let us help you →

Download
included software from our partners

Alongside Arturia Software, we provide a selection of industry-standard plugins and software from our partners to accelerate your music production journey.

Music production and recording software
to create, mix and export your tracks

Ableton Live Lite 12

One of the most popular music production, recording and performing platforms in the world, Ableton Live Lite lets you create, mix, and export your tracks.

How to install

Even more software instruments
for deep and rich piano sounds

Komplete Select

Choose between 3 different bundles. Craft with iconic synths, sampled sounds, and effects from Komplete 15 Select - a hand-picked production toolkit.

How to install

Even more inspiration
from samples to music theory

Loopcloud

A 2-month subscription to Loopcloud gives you millions of hi-def royalty-free samples, from lo-fi drum loops to punchy vocal one-shots, and add them to your personal collection for life. Beat-making essentials.

How to install

Melodics

If you're new to keyboards, music theory or DAW production, get started with a subscription to Melodics. The app gives you lessons, tips and tricks to suit your style, so you can improve your skills while you make music.

How to install

Find more information
with our manuals and cheatsheet

Download our cheatsheets for an overview of KeyLab mk3's controls:

To learn even more, you can find the manuals on KeyLab mk3's Resources page:

Read our manuals for KeyLab mk3 →

Integrate
KeyLab mk3 into your setup

KeyLab mk3 integrates seamlessly with all major Digital Audio Workstations right out of the box, including automatically mapped controls to play, pause, record, and trigger loops.

Logic
Ableton
FL Studio
Cubase
Bitwig

If you cannot control your Digital Audio Workstation directly from KeyLab mk3 - explore our custom controller mappings.

Go to custom controller mappings for KeyLab mk3 →

You can also dive deeper and create custom MIDI mappings for your specific needs with our MIDI Control Center:

Get MIDI Control Center and learn more →