AstroLab 88
Avant-garde Stage Keyboard
Designed for the live musician, AstroLab 88 puts impeccable performance sounds at your fingertips. With a premium hammer-action keybed and powerful software ecosystem, take your signature sounds to the stage and let nothing stand between you and your creative expression.
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Go beyond
Performance without limits
AstroLab 88 is more than a keyboard, it’s a creative launchpad. With a premium keybed, deep sound engines and forward-thinking ecosystem, it clears the path between studio and stage. No distractions. No compromises. Just your sound, fully realized.
Premium hammer-action keybed
Perform with piano-size keys and piano-like response. AstroLab 88’s weighted Fatar TP-40L keybed is built for demanding musicians who need that exceptional feel and control.
40 reference instruments
Discover over 1600 classic and modern sounds from a library of powerful instrument and synth engines built-in - true-to-life and deeply editable.
Studio > Stage continuum
From mobile sound management to Analog Lab integration, fully integrate AstroLab into your Studio or DAW workflow, then go live with all your custom presets.
Main
features
From its responsive hammer-action keybed to an updated CPU for extended polyphony, AstroLab 88 is built for musicians who demand total creative freedom - on stage, in the studio, and everywhere in between
Semi-weighted keybed: Enjoy a highly expressive feel with a premium synth-action keybed, and aftertouch.
A universe of iconic sounds: 40 instruments, 1,600 onboard presets and up to 10,000 additional sounds via V Collection and Pigments.
Powerful creative tools: Built-in Arpeggiator, Chord, Scale modes, Looper, and hands-on macro controls.
Navigation wheel & screen: Browse sounds, switch presets, and view real-time feedback with ease.
Extensive connectivity: MIDI DIN I/O, USB-C, plus pedal inputs for sustain, expression & more.
Software ecosystem: Includes Analog Lab Pro and AstroLab Connect for mobile sound management.
Reference
sounds
From essential performance instruments and true-to-life acoustic sounds to timeless synths and crisp digital landscapes - discover that perfect preset or edit and create your own via Analog Lab
Instruments
Mini V
The greatest of all time
Mini V
The greatest of all time.
Mini V
Dr Moog's legendary synth recreated.
Wurli V
Soulful electric bite
Wurli V
Soulful EP bite.
Wurli V
The return of a classic.
Acid V
Corrosive bassline machine
MiniFreak V
Spontaneous algorithmic sofsynth
Augmented BRASS
Acoustic instruments reinvented
Augmented WOODWINDS
Acoustic instruments reinvented
Augmented GRAND PIANO
Acoustic piano reinvented
Augmented STRINGS
Acoustic instruments reinvented
Augmented VOICES
Acoustic instruments reinvented
ARP2600 V
Coveted semi-modular classic.
ARP2600 V
Semi-modular 70s synth recreated in software.
B-3 V
Mighty organ monarch.
Buchla Easel V
West Coast sound design playground.
Clavinet V
Physical funk machine.
CMI V
Peerless sampling character.
CS-80 V
Animoid articulate synthesizer
CS-80 V
An industry legend brought back to life.
CS-80 V
An industry legend brought back to life.
CZ V
Phase distortion shapeshifter.
DX7 V
FM synthesis gamechanger.
Emulator II V
Textural sampling ensemble
Farfisa V
Compact organ echoes.
Jun-6 V
Instant analog love
Jup-8 V
The analog vanguard
Jup-8 V
The FlagShip returns
Jup-8 V
The FlagShip returns
KORG MS-20 V
Primal black monolith
Matrix-12 V
Programmable analog freedom.
Matrix-12 V
Powerful, complex analog synth monster.
Modular V
Modular genesis giant.
Modular V
A synth titan restored and reimagined.
OP-Xa V
Legendary growl machine.
Piano V
Universal piano expression
Piano V
A total piano suite in your DAW.
Piano V
A total piano suite in your DAW.
Pigments
Sound design synthesizer
Prophet-5 V
Faithful analog archetype
Prophet-VS V
Exploratory vector synthesizer
SEM V
Spellbinding analog synthesizer
SEM V
The ultimate synth wingman.
Solina V
Authentic orchestra machine.
Solina V
No strings attached synth fun.
SQ80 V
Organic digital wavemaker.
Stage-73 V
Electric soul machine
Stage-73 V
Epic electric piano.
Synclavier V
The digital dream machine.
Synthi V
Experimental London soundscape.
Vocoder V
Ultimate voice electrifier
Vox Continental V
Red-hot transistor hitmaker.
Vox Continental V
A keyboard to light your fire.
Types
Bass
Keys
Lead
Pad
Piano
Electric Piano
Organ
Strings
Brass
Drums
Sequence
Vocal
Winds
Sound Effects
Artist tributes
A-ha
Air
Aphex
Beatles
Boards Of
Bonobo
Bruno Mars
Daft
David Bowie
Depeche
ELP
Eno
Floyd
Genesis
Gorillaz
Herbie
JMJ
Kraft
Lady Gaga
Massive
Metheny
MGMT
MJ
Moroder
Prince
Radiohead
Stevie
Tame Impala
Tangerine
Tears
The Weeknd
Toto
Vangelis
Yes
Alan Parsons
Berlin
Chick Corea
Crusaders
Devo
Dire Straits
Doors
Duran
Ed Sheeran
Faces
George Duke
Grimes
Hornsby
Journey
Led Zeppelin
Marvin Gaye
Numan
Portishead
Procol Harum
Queen
Ray Charles
Robin S
Rush
Springsteen
Supertramp
Talking Heads
The Cars
Trevor Horn
Van Halen
Weather
Wendy Carlos
Studio > Stage
continuum
AstroLab gives you the freedom to go between creative modes and play with all your signature sounds, allowing you to effortlessly import custom synth patches, multi-instruments and macro settings for your next live show
Create
Shape ideas the moment they strike. AstroLab’s intuitive controls, real synth engines and 1,600+ presets let you sketch, layer, and tweak without menu-diving - capture inspiration as it arrives.
Curate
Build your library in the studio, map macros, create multis, and manage playlists wirelessly. Analog Lab Pro keeps your custom sounds organised so you can ditch the laptop when going live.
Command
Walk on stage with absolute confidence. Instant preset recall, a road-ready metal chassis, and responsive synth-action keys put every sound at your fingertips - so you can stay focused.
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Innovative
ecosystem
Remote control sounds and settings, expand and manage your library and integrate seamlessly with your DAW.
V Collection & Pigments
(exclusive offer)
Harness an inspiring range of vintage and modern instruments, access over 10,000 sounds, and make in-depth adjustments with full instrument control. AstroLab owner get exclusive offers for V Collection and Pigments.
Avant-garde
leading-edge
The culmination of 25 years of innovation and commitment to the pursuit of unhindered musical exploration.
AstroLab ushers in a new era - embodying a range of synthesis engines and modern technologies never-before-seen in a performance keyboard. The power of virtual synthesis at your fingertips, a seamless ecosystem at your disposal. With AstroLab, go live with full control.
Sound
Corner
MSG
A warm, punchy pop track with original vocals by Matt.
Night Drive
Catchy future house track with a touch of emotion and nostalgia, showcasing the unique presets from AstroLab.
Prismatic Dance
An avant-garde neo-classical piece blending prepared piano and tape loop style presets, intertwining with synthesizers to create a mesmerizing fusion of textures and patterns.
Sunday In_Space
A groovy garage track that harkens back to the classic sounds of London’s Sunday Scene, with a soulful, spacious sound, compliments of AstroLab.
L'indécis
Hip-hop beat with a soulful piano and wavy synths, made with Astrolab presets.
Tuesday Morning_Improv
A lush jazz improvisation on Piano V3 backed by warm synth pads.
Electronic Disco
Moroder-style and french-touch infused electronic disco track, full or arps and basslines from the Featured presets of AstroLab.
Keyscape
Keyscape explores Astrolab's classic and contemporary sounds, resulting in an evocative, atmospheric journey through rich colors, textures, and motion.
Late Morning
A laid back jazz tune showcasing the best Piano V3, CP70 V and Wurli V3 presets of AstroLab.
Artist
Corner
Michael Bearden
"I love that it’s compact and easy to carry, and I love the feel of it actually. "
Ron Trent
"The Astrolab is the main frame of one of my workspaces. It’s a great tool for production and live performance. I believe I have only touched a bit of its creative potential."
Carson Cody
Producer
"The AstroLab is everything I’ve been looking for in a live keyboard. All the best Arturia sounds without the screen is a game changer for the stage."
Brandon Coleman
"The innovative capabilities of this keyboard have kind of revolutionized the game to me. Primarily because I can take sounds that I’m working on at home and literally drag them over into the keyboard and take that keyboard to the session. It’s gonna be with me in every studio session. "
La Femme
"AstroLab is a very good synth, especially if you love vintage aesthetic and vintage keyboard, basically it’s all the good sounds of all time combined in one synth"
Dām Funk
"The Astrolab really helps me get into a zone where I’m actually able to express myself with the music that I have in my head."
Kerri Chandler
"I love using Analog gear, I love using digital gear, this is why I love AstroLab. This takes care of so many things that I do on the road, whatever keyboard you want with you, you don’t have to worry about it, it’s here. "
Katsunori Ujiie
"The AstroLab was produced as a hardware synthesizer with all the features of Analog Lab. So it is built up with vintage synths and keyboards that faithfully reproduce the real thing with unbeatable precision, and can be layered and split. The huge number of sophisticated presets will support your music immediately."
Katsunori Ujiie
"The direction I tried to take in producing sound design was to be versatile enough to be utilized in any situation, but still have a quality that is representative of the instrument. So you will find a sound that you have heard somewhere before. I can confidently recommend my presets as sounds that will fit your music."
Jerry Kovarsky
"I have never sat before an instrument, nor played one that has such a comprehensive palette of classic synths and keyboards inside. It's like touching and getting to play the history of synths from my lifetime! The accuracy of the sound emulations and the playability of each keyboard inside is simply wonderful."
Jerry Kovarsky
"I first tried to make some sounds that I felt were definitive representations of these classic keyboards based on my taste. Then I went through the most important artists and recordings that used the instruments and emulated those classic sounds. Finally, I explored creative ideas for shaping those instruments into tones and timbres that they never could make before."
Athan Billias
"The seamless integration between the computer and a hardware synth has been a dream for many years. The Astrolab is truly the best of both worlds. The other thing I was impressed with was the connectivity (USB and Wireless hosting, Bluetooth Audio streaming) , Finally the design and UI are simple and elegant. "
Athan Billias
"My favorite thing in sound design is to create a totally new sound which has never existed before, but still reacts like a real instrument in its playability and response to dynamics. I also really like creating moving stereo fields with panning and delays."
Lily Jordy
"AstroLab is the most versatile stage keyboard I've ever seen. I am very fond of it now after having worked on this project since 2021, and I know the 1600+ presets in the Factory bank like the back of my hand. The sleek interface and Macro knobs are what I enjoy the most when performing on AstroLab. But in terms of music-making, the Multis are my favorite feature: I absolutely love inventing hybrid sounds!"
Lily Jordy
"The goal was to only include sounds that are adapted for stage keyboard playing, so maximum playability and accessibility. We wanted a large palette of sounds that can be easily understood and fit into many different genre contexts. We spent so much time fine-tuning the controls and effects as well."
Simon Gallifet
"AstroLab is truly the electronic music producer's swiss army knife in the studio. The Factory bank reflects 50 years of sound synthesis history. It includes the biggest classics of vintage synthesizers, as well as modern synthesizers such as Pigments. The wide range and user friendly macros are highly adapted to beginners in music production, while the more advanced users can go even further with the manipulation of a large diversity of settings."
Simon Gallifet
"I have two different approaches in sound design: The first one is reproducing existing track presets, so that I'm never short of ideas. The other approach I have is building a preset using a specific feature to explore the synth's specificities and bring out its sonic uniqueness. This type of preset also appeals to users wishing to learn by deconstructing the sound - with an understanding of all its subtleties."
Press
Clippings
Gearnews
On AstroLab
"If you’re looking for a stage keyboard that contains some of the best acoustic and synthesized recreations we have today, AstroLab is for you."
Music Radar
On AstroLab
"Combined with Arturia’s wider plugin library, there’s nothing else out there that offers breadth and convenience like this"
Integraudio
On AstroLab
"Access to Arturia’s top-notch virtual instruments opens up a world of possibilities across various electronic music genres, encouraging exploration beyond one’s usual sonic territory"
Happy Mag
On AstroLab
"This is a tool that doesn’t just play sounds but inspires and transforms the way we perform and create music"
Wired
On AstroLab
"The range of sounds and reasonably affordable price make this a compelling choice for any keyboardist out there who plays live regularly"
Gearspace
On AstroLab
"The slight minimalism of it, the simplicity of it externally make it not intimidating and accessible, but at the same time there’s a complexity bubbling beneath the surface of it leading to a myriad of possibilities"
MusicTech
On AstroLab
"It’s hard to imagine a better companion to the already-proven Analog Lab than the AstroLab and, by extension, a better-suited instrument for taking carefully curated sounds out of the studio and out on the road for stress-free gigging"
Magnetic Mag
On AstroLab
"Arturia surpassed this milestone by miles in a way that only a company that seeks to distill 25 years of learning, experience, and quality into a single flagship product can do"
Create Digital Music
On AstroLab
"AstroLab is a nice showcase of how a dedicated instrument with a clearly defined feature set can turn out: tailored to the stage keyboard player, it serves its purpose nicely and efficiently"
Estrada Studio
On AstroLab
"Astrolab is another step towards innovation made by Arturia, known for its uncompromising solutions"
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Main Features
88-note Fatar TP-40L hammer-action keybed with piano-size keys and aftertouch
11 sound engines
Virtual Analog
Samples
Wavetable
FM
Granular
Physical modelling
Vector Synthesis
Harmonic
Phase distortion
Vocoder
Karplus Synthesis
Over 1600 in-built sounds
More than 10.000 sounds via Arturia software
Navigation wheel & screen for easy browsing
10 Preset Buttons for quick sound access
4 macro controls for quick editing
Brightness
Timbre
Time
Movement
12 insert FX
4 dedicated knobs to control FX including dedicated Delay/Reverb
Multis/Keyboard Split
MIDI IN i/o, balanced stereo input, sustain, expression, aux 1 & 2 pedals
USB-C connection and USB-A host
Bluetooth audio input and WiFi for wireless control
Arpeggiator, MIDI Looper, Chord & Scale modes
Platform Specifications
Windows
Win 10+ (64bit)
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost)
3GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
ARM processors not supported on Windows
Required configuration
Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS.
Apple
Mac OS 11+
4 GB RAM
4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or M1 CPU
3GB free hard disk space
OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
Work with ASC
An elegant and simple solution to help you install, activate, and update your Arturia software instruments.
What’s in the box
Box content
Registration card
USB Cable (C/A)
User Manual
Power supply
Music Stand
Size & weight
Size (mm): 352 x 1316 x 127 mm
Size (in): 13.86 x 51.81 x 5.00 in
Weight (kg): 22.2 kg
Weight (lb): 48.94 lb
Polyphony
AstroLab optimizes Polyphony for each instrument to ensure the best reliability and performance:
Pianos, EPs and organs have 48 voices
Most synths have 8 voices
ACID V, Buchla Easel V, Synthi V, KORG MS-20 V are monophonic.
Pigments and Augmented instruments’s polyphony may vary depending on engine and effect usage.
Preset Compatibility
V Collection X instruments and Pigments are supported except for Mellotron V* and CP-70 V. See FAQ for more information of supported instruments and versions.
*Mellotron presets are available as presets of AstroLab's Sampler instrument.
Future Compatibility
We are committed to the ongoing support of AstroLab, and the continuous development of its features, performance and compatibility with our latest software instruments.
Ensuring new instruments work perfectly on AstroLab takes time, therefore, they may not always be available for use on AstroLab upon release.
AstroLab is a highly versatile and complete instrument and we will endeavour to release key updates regularly to make it even more capable and powerful.