A fusion
of hardware and software
The versatility of virtual synthesis, piano-feel playability, a performance setup without the complexity - AstroLab puts it all in one place for the first time so you can go beyond the constraints of playing live and feel empowered to push the edges of your musical creativity.
40 iconic
instruments
AstroLab gives you instant access to presets from a range of expertly-engineered instruments - all in one place.
ANALOG SYNTHS
- Acid V
Corrosive bassline machine - ARP2600 V
Coveted semi-modular classic - Buchla Easel V
West Coast sound-design playground - CS-80 V
Animoid articulate synthesizer - Jup-8 V
The analog vanguard - Jun-6 V
Instant analog love - KORG MS-20 V
Primal black monolith - Matrix-12 V
Programmable analog freedom - Mini V
The greatest of all time - Modular V
Modular genesis giant - OP-Xa V
Legendary growl machine - Prophet-5 V
Faithful analog archetype - SEM V
Spellbinding analog synthesizer - Synthi V
Experimental London soundscape - Vocoder V
Ultimate voice electrifier
DIGITAL SYNTHS
- CMI V
Peerless sampling character - CZ V
Phase-distortion shapeshifter - DX7 V
FM synthesis game-changer - Emulator II V
Textural sampling ensemble - MiniFreak V
Spontaneous algorithmic softsynth - Prophet-VS V
Exploratory vector synthesizer - SQ80 V
Organic digital wavemaker - Synclavier V
The digital dream machine
KEYBOARDS & ORGANS
- B-3 V
Mighty organ monarch - Farfisa V
Compact organ echoes - Mellotron (sample-based)
Psychedelic analog sampler - Solina V
Authentic orchestra machine - Vox Continental V
Red-hot transistor hitmaker
ACOUSTIC & ELECTRIC PIANOS
- Clavinet
Physical funk machine - Piano
Universal piano expression - Stage-73
Electric soul machine - Wurli
Soulful electric bite
AUGMENTED ACOUSTIC INSTRUMENTS
- Augmented BRASS
Acoustic instruments reinvented - Augmented GRAND PIANO
Acoustic piano reinvented - Augmented STRINGS
Acoustic instruments reinvented - Augmented VOICES
Acoustic instruments reinvented - Augmented WOODWINDS
Acoustic instruments reinvented
ADDITIONAL ENGINES
- Pigments
Sound design synthesizer - Sampler
Classic sampler - Sampler
Organic sampler
10 types
of sounds
Browse presets by instrument type and use AstroLab’s preset buttons to swiftly transition between styles.
Explore new sounds with ease and discover a wide variety of timbres and sonic styles to fit your performance. From musical tradition to otherworldly sonic rendition - find the sound you’re looking for.
- Pianos
The beauty of hammer on string, meticulously modeled. - Electric pianos
Metallic, funky, soulful, barking, delicate - timeless - Organs
From red-hot to heavenly soft. Pure musical passion. - Bass
Punchy, warm, round, plucked, acidic. It's all there.
- Leads
From synth sheen to poly punch. Solo certified. - Keys
Glistening bells, soft mallets and lo-fi tones. - Pads
Nebulous sonic clouds and string horizons. - Strings
Classic, warm and innovative orchestral timbres.
- Brass
Smooth, soft, horns flutes and funk. - Sequencer
Melodic contours, evolving arps - endless movement. - Playlist
Immediate access to all your saved sounds and setlists.
Intuitive
controls
AstroLab’s front panel is purposefully uncluttered, giving you instant, fuss-free access to the controls that matter.
Turn the central navigation wheel to effortlessly explore instruments, presets, and playlists, or tap a preset button to instantly dive into any instrument type—your entire library, one tap away.
4 Macros
Brightness, Timbre, Time, and Movement each sweep multiple parameters with one turn. Open a filter, push drive, and widen the stereo image in a single gesture. Deep, expressive changes without cluttering the panel.
4 Effects
Four dedicated knobs handle Delay, Reverb, and two insert effects per preset. Push space, grit, or modulation exactly when the moment calls for it - pre-mapped, yet fully re-assignable in Analog Lab for total control.
11 synthesis
engines
A sonic palette made possible with an unparalleled range of in-built sound processing
Synthesis-based processing allows for the full range of sonic shapes to be expressed as well as offering more flexibility to alter sounds and create dynamic evolutions - from the hammer-hardness of a piano to the warmth of an analog filter.
Virtual Analog
Samples
Wavetable
FM
Granular
Physical modelling
Vector Synthesis
Harmonics
Phase Distortion
Vocoder
Karplus Synthesis
Assignable
FX
Make impactful adjustments when playing live.
AstroLab features a dedicated Delay, Reverb and two insert FX, customisable on AstroLab and Analog Lab. Create unique settings for each preset and have all the controls you need when playing live.
No need to compromise on advanced in-the-moment modulation
Go a step further and create your own macros and advanced controls from any instrument parameter in combination with V Collection, Arturia's reference suite of software instruments.
Insert FX
- MultiFilter
- ParamEq
- Compressor
- Distortion
- Chorus
- Flanger
- Phaser
- StereoPan
- Analog Phaser
- Wah
- Twin Amp
- Rotary Speaker
Delay
- Analog Delay
- Digital Delay
- Tape Delay
Reverb
- Digital reverb
- Small piano room
- Soft room
- Small studio
- Large studio
- Jazz Club
- Small Concert Hall
- Large Concert Hall
- Bright Room
- Bright Space
- Factory Hall
- Small Plate
- Large Plate
- Spring
Multi instrument
mastery
Unlock entirely new sonic possibilities with multis - blend instruments, split setups, and craft a sound that’s uniquely yours
On AstroLab
Simply press Part 2, find a sound and discover entirely novel sonic spaces and split play combinations.
Edit in the studio
Drag, drop and edit a multi in Analog Lab and sync it with AstroLab. Great for advanced customisation.
Across two keyboards
Need more room to play with? Plug-in an external MIDI keyboard to control each part separately and play with full key-range.
Analog Lab Pro
included
The feeling of hardware, the versatility of software.
Use AstroLab as a standalone instrument or integrate with your production workflow using Analog Lab Pro. Sync your sounds, tweak presets, edit effects, manage playlists, expand your library or record a multitrack masterpiece, all mirrored in your DAW.
Learn moreExpand your
library
Looking for some fresh inspiration?
Extend AstroLab’s sonic horizons via the Sound Store. With dozens of compatible sound banks to choose from and new ones updated monthly - elevate your performance with sounds informed by leading genres, groundbreaking artists and unique instruments.
The Sound Store can be accessed remotely using AstroLab Connect, with Analog Lab Pro or simply on arturia.com.
Learn moreConnectivity
you need
Connect AstroLab to your favorite pedals, mics and performance rig. AstroLab’s I/O has you covered so you can set your creativity free.
- 1 sustain, 1 expression and 2 customisable pedal ports enable advanced hands-free modulation
- Two MIDI ports make it easy to add an additional external MIDI input or keyboard
- A dedicated USB port means you can easily save or import a playlist via a USB drive
- With Bluetooth audio input you can jam along to your favorite music
Sound design
expertise
The sounds of AstroLab aren’t just the result of unmatched virtual synthesis and a dedication to recreating the world’s most beloved instruments - they have been carefully created by experts in the field.
More info on Sound DesignersDesigning a
flagship keyboard
AstroLab’s eye-catching design draws you in. Its distinctly modern aesthetic has a minimalist appeal while being strong and ready for anything you have to throw at it
Music stand (included with AstroLab 88)
Add an attachable music stand so you don’t have to worry about reaching far to read and organise your sheet music.
Wooden legs
Better still, AstroLab’s chassis is fully compatible with our Wooden Legs companion - an elegant and ergonomic solution for any keyboard professional.
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Science
behind sound
Proprietary technology fuels every Arturia instrument - combining precision modeling with musical intuition to achieve next-level realism.
True Analog Emulation
TAE® "True Analog Emulation" is Arturia's exclusive technology that accurately reproduces the defining sonic qualities of analog synthesizers. It recreates the characteristics of analog oscillators in amazing detail, transparency and clarity, as well as the exact properties of the analog filters that give each classic instrument its unique sound. Soft clipping adds even more punch and presence.
Physical Modeling
Not all keyboard legends use circuits and analog components. To reproduce the incredible acoustic and electro-acoustic instruments found within V Collection, Arturia used state-of-the-art physical modeling technology. By analyzing how each instrument creates its own unique sound, our engineers use advanced mathematical algorithms that recreate every aspect of the original.