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with KeyStep mk2

KeyStep mk2

01 Set up
KeyStep mk2

An important update has been released:

Make sure to → update your KeyStep 37 mk2 to get the latest stability improvements and performance enhancements.
  1. Connect KeyStep mk2 to your computer.
  2. Download and install the Arturia Software Center. (If you already use the Software Center, skip to step 3.)

  3. Launch the Arturia Software Center and follow the instructions to set up KeyStep mk2 and activate your free license of Analog Lab Intro.

Why Arturia Software Center?

The Arturia Software Center is an elegant, simple solution that keeps your KeyStep mk2 firmware up-to-date and helps you install, activate, and update your Arturia software instruments.

Learn more about the Arturia Software Center →

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

Don't miss
tutorials, additional free software & more

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

There's no need to rush! You can return to this page at any time so go at your own pace.

02 Learn more
with our KeyStep mk2 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. Overview | KeyStep mk2
Join Brendan for an introductory tour of KeyStep mk2. Discover its core features from advanced sequencing and generative sound creation to OLED control and deep CV/MIDI/USB-C connectivity - a centrepiece for hybrid setups and keeping your ideas evolving.
11min25
2. How to Mutate | KeyStep mk2
Join Matt Paull for a focused look at KeyStep Mk2’s Mutate feature - a creative tool for transforming sequences and arpeggios into evolving musical ideas. Learn how to shape variations, lock everything to scale, record automation, and push your patterns into new directions for fast, inspired compositions.
5min14
3. Overview | KeyStep 37 mk2
Join Leona for an overview of KeyStep 37 mk2 - the expanded compact controller and creative sequencer for hybrid setups. Learn its core features and deeper mutate control as well as what sets it apart from KeyStep mk2: 37 Slimkeys with aftertouch, expanded physical controls and RGB feedback for deeper control of parameters and generative features.
8min50

Overview | KeyStep mk2

Join Brendan for an introductory tour of KeyStep mk2. Discover its core features from advanced sequencing and generative sound creation to OLED control and deep CV/MIDI/USB-C connectivity - a centrepiece for hybrid setups and keeping your ideas evolving.

Find more information
with our cheatsheet and manuals

To learn even more, you find the manuals on KeyStep mk2's Resources page:

Go to manuals for KeyStep mk2 →

03 Install
Analog Lab Intro

Analog Lab Intro allows you to play and tweak 500 instrument presets from our award-winning V Collection.

Learn more about Analog Lab Intro →

To install Analog Lab Intro, use the Arturia Software Center:

  1. Open the Arturia Software Center and look for your KeyStep mk2.

    (Your KeyStep mk2 must be registered in order to show up in the Arturia Software Center. To do so, close the Arturia Software Center, connect KeyStep to your computer & launch the Arturia Software Center again.)

  2. Click on KeyStep mk2 to reveal your software license and install Analog Lab Intro.

    (If you registered your KeyStep mk2 on our website, you have to click Activate first to reveal the download options.)

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

04 Download
your included software from our partners

Alongside Arturia Software, we provide Ableton Live Lite 12, the industry-standard music production and recording software that allows you 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

05 Customise
MIDI sync controls

You can access global settings either directly from the hardware via the clickable encoder, or connect to the MIDI Control Center to see them all in one place.

Get MIDI Control Center and learn more →