It’s
the touch...
The KeyStep controller does all this and more.
We started by designing our own “slim key” keyboard action, balancing the best features of compact mini-keys with the musicality of full-sized keys into this new keybed. The size, velocity and aftertouch of this new design provide the freedom of portability without sacrificing playability.
We also designed a new polyphonic step-sequencer with 8 programmable memories that you can recall at the turn of knob. You can choose gate times and swing settings instantly to change the feel of your sequenced performance on the fly. We also included the ability to record, overdub, and transpose your sequences in real time and still play the keyboard live.
Add a flexible and fun arpeggiator mode and chord play mode and you are set for hours of musical adventures.
And the
possibilities...
Keystep is the perfect performance controller in a compact package.
These features alone would make KeyStep the best portable keyboard controller on the market. But we take it further by giving you a wealth of connectivity options: USB MIDI (of course), standard MIDI in and out (check), clock sync and DIN sync jacks (yes!), and CV/GATE outputs, plus a separate, assignable modulation CV output that can be used with the mod wheel, velocity or aftertouch. To say KeyStep is an amazing little controller does not say enough.
All the controls
you need
Careful thought went into the layout of the front panel and the selection of the rear panel connections. Here’s a brief description of each section:
KeyStep
range comparison
Whether you’re looking for ease of use, creativity or absolute control, the KeyStep range delivers. Explore the features of the different models and find the right one for your needs.
Number of keys
32
37
37
Keybed
Slimkeys
Slimkeys
Slimkeys
Velocity
Yes
Yes
Yes
AfterTouch
Yes
Yes
Yes
Keybed LED feedback
No
Yes
Yes
Built-in sequencer tracks
1
1
4
Sequencer Polyphony
8
8
16
Sequencer pattern slots per tracks
8
8
16
Sequencer playing modes
1
1
3
Drum sequencer
No
No
Yes
Pattern chaining
No
No
Yes
Built-in arpeggiator
Yes
Yes
Yes
Arpeggiator modes
8
8
7
Arpeggiator Octave range
5 +/- 3 octaves
5 +/- 3 octaves
5
Scale quantize
No
Yes
Yes
Chord Mode
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chord Strum/Velocity feature
No
Yes
No
MIDI CC control
No
Yes
Yes
MIDI CC automation
No
No
4
Display
No
LED
OLED
Metronome
No
No
Yes
Project save
No
No
Yes
MIDI I/O
1 In, 1 Out
1 In, 1 Out
1 In, 2 Outs
MIDI over USB
Yes
Yes
Yes
CV outputs
3
3
12
Drum gate outputs
No
No
8
Clock Sync I/O
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sustain pedal input
Yes
Yes
Yes
Composer
Random By Design
As his name suggests, Bryan ‘Composer’ Nelson is in the business of music making, and business is good.
Read the StoryPremium software
included
Step range comes with a selection of industry-standard creative software to get your musical ideas flowing, so you can start exploring right out the box.
Analog Lab Intro
Ableton Live Lite
Artistscorner
Gallery
Main Features
Arturia’s own Slimkey keybed with velocity and aftertouch
Arpeggiator mode:
- Up, Down, Inclusive, Exclusive, Random, Walk, Pattern and Order
Sequencer mode:
- 8 polyphonic step-sequences with Rest, Tie, and Legato note entry
Rate control and tap tempo:
- REC, PLAY, and STOP buttons for performance control over the sequencer and arpeggiator
Octave controls for keyboard and arpeggiator
Sustain HOLD button
Sustain pedal jack
Chord play mode
SHIFT button selection:
- MIDI channel selection, GATE time, SWING values
DC jack for standalone operation
USB MIDI connects to computers and our MCC editor
MIDI in/out ports
Sync i/o ports:
- Supports 1 pulse per step, 2 PPQ (Korg Volca), 24 PPQ DIN sync, 48 PPQ DIN sync
Sync select switches:
- Internal, USB, MIDI, Clock
CV/GATE outputs:
- CV supports 1Volt per octave, Volt>Hz modes, Gate output 5V or 12V for modern or vintage gear support
- CV Velo/Aftertouch/Modwheel output