Arturia KeyLab 88 User Manual
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July 2014 edition
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This manual covers the features and operation of the Arturia KeyLab, a full-featured
MIDI controller designed to work with any DAW software or plug-in you own.
Note: While the KeyLab is part of a package which includes our Analog Lab software, this
manual will focus only on the KeyLab controller hardware. Please refer to the Analog Lab
user manual in order to learn about the features of the software.
In this package you will find:
One KeyLab keyboard controller
One USB cable
The Quick Start Guide for the KeyLab. This document has a sticker on the inside
of its front cover providing the serial number and registration code you will need
in order to register your KeyLab online and authorize the Analog Lab software.
Be sure to store your registration information carefully! It contains the serial
number that is required during the online registration process. Registering your
KeyLab provides the following benefits:
• It enables you to download the Analog Lab software installer and user manual,
the KeyLab user manual, and the KeyLab MIDI Control Center software
• It provides by e-mail the unlock code you will need to authorize the Analog Lab
software on your computer. See Chapter 3 of the Analog Lab user manual for
more information about its authorization procedure.
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SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
The information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
However, Arturia reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without
notice or obligation to update the hardware that has been purchased.
IMPORTANT:
The product and its software, when used in combination with an amplifier, headphones
or speakers, may be able to produce sound levels that could cause permanent hearing
loss. DO NOT operate for long periods of time at a high level or at a level that is
uncomfortable.
If you encounter any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an
audiologist.
NOTICE:
Service charges incurred due to a lack of knowledge relating to how a function or feature
works (when the product is operating as designed) are not covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owner's responsibility. Please study this
manual carefully and consult your dealer before requesting service.
PRECAUTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:
1. Read and understand all the instructions.
2. Always follow the instructions on the instrument.
3. Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the USB cable. When cleaning,
use a soft and dry cloth. Do not use gasoline, alcohol, acetone, turpentine or any
other organic solutions; do not use a liquid cleaner, spray or cloth that's too wet.
4. Do not use the instrument near water or moisture, such as a bathtub, sink,
swimming pool or similar place.
5. Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally
fall over.
6. Do not place heavy objects on the instrument. Do not block openings or vents of
the instrument; these locations are used for air circulation to prevent the
instrument from overheating. Do not place the instrument near a heat vent or at
any location with poor air circulation.
7. Do not open or insert anything into the instrument that may cause a fire or
electrical shock.
8. Do not spill any kind of liquid onto the instrument.
9. Always take the instrument to a qualified service center. You will invalidate your
warranty if you open and remove the cover, and improper assembly may cause
electrical shock or other malfunctions.
10. Do not use the instrument with thunder and lightning present; otherwise it may
cause long distance electrical shock.
11. Do not expose the instrument to hot sunlight.
12. Do not use the instrument when there is a gas leak nearby.
13. Arturia is not responsible for any damage or data loss caused by improper
operation of the instrument.
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1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................7
2 KEYLAB OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................8
2.1 F
2.2 F
2.3 R
IRST STEP: MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
RONT PANEL OVERVIEW
2.2.1 Keyboard ......................................................................................................................................11
2.2.2 Pitch and Modulation Wheels....................................................................................................... 11
2.2.3 Octave buttons .............................................................................................................................. 11
2.2.3.1 Octave transposition..................................................................................................................................11
2.2.3.2 Chromatic transposition............................................................................................................................11
2.2.3.3 Factory Reset (Erase All Presets)..............................................................................................................12
2.2.4 Volume encoder ............................................................................................................................ 12
2.2.5 Sound/Multi/Edit section...............................................................................................................12
2.2.5.1 Sound/Multi buttons..................................................................................................................................12
2.2.5.2 Edit button.................................................................................................................................................12
2.2.6 Edit Parameters/Snapshots/Switches............................................................................................13
2.2.6.1 Edit Parameters.........................................................................................................................................13
2.2.6.2 Snapshots ..................................................................................................................................................13
2.2.6.3 Switches....................................................................................................................................................13
2.2.7 Transport Controls .......................................................................................................................13
2.2.8 Synthesis controls .........................................................................................................................14
2.2.8.1 Filter..........................................................................................................................................................14
2.2.8.2 LFO...........................................................................................................................................................14
2.2.8.3 FX mix......................................................................................................................................................14
2.2.8.4 Parameters 1-4 ..........................................................................................................................................15
2.2.8.5 Envelopes..................................................................................................................................................15
2.2.9 Pads (KeyLab 49/61/88 only) .......................................................................................................15
EAR PANEL OVERVIEW
2.3.1 MIDI connections .........................................................................................................................17
2.3.2 Expression pedal........................................................................................................................... 17
2.3.3 Sustain pedal.................................................................................................................................18
2.3.4 Auxiliary (Aux) pedal.................................................................................................................... 18
2.3.5 Breath controller input ................................................................................................................. 18
2.3.6 USB connector (powering the KeyLab)........................................................................................18
2.3.7 DC In (optional power supply) .....................................................................................................18
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3 EDIT MODE...............................................................................................................................................19
3.1 P
3.2 R
3.3 S
3.4 G
3.5 C
3.6 M
3.7 MIDI CH...............................................................................................................................................22
3.8 CC.........................................................................................................................................................22
3.9 M
3.10 M
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4.1 A
4.2 S
4.3 S
4.4 U
4.5 U
4.6 U
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LOBAL
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UDIO &
4.1.1 Audio setup ...................................................................................................................................24
4.1.2 MIDI setup....................................................................................................................................25
ELECTING PRESETS
4.2.1 Upon starting KeyLab...................................................................................................................25
4.2.2 Selecting KeyLab Presets 1-10 .....................................................................................................25
ETUP
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SING AND REASSIGNING THE CONTROLS
SING THE PADS (KEYLAB
SING THE SNAPSHOTS
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MIDI S
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5 MIDI CONTROL CENTER......................................................................................................................28
5.1 S
5.2 D
5.3 I
5.4 C
5.5 T
5.6 T
5.7 C
5.8 S
5.9 G
5.10 T
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YSTEM REQUIREMENTS
OWNLOADING THE SOFTWARE
NSTALLATION AND LOCATION
ONNECTION
HE SYNC BUTTON
HE HELP FILE
REATING PRESETS
5.7.1 Overview: What is a KeyLab Preset? ...........................................................................................30
5.7.2 Assign a pad to send a MIDI program change command.............................................................30
5.7.3 Assign an Encoder to control a MIDI CC # within a limited range .............................................32
5.7.4 Faders and Encoders: Bank 1 and Bank 2 ...................................................................................33
5.7.5 The clickable encoders..................................................................................................................33
TORING AND RECALLING PRESETS
5.8.1 Store the new settings to a KeyLab Preset....................................................................................34
5.8.2 Recalling a KeyLab front panel edit into the MIDI Control Center .............................................35
5.8.3 Recalling a KeyLab preset into the Working Memory..................................................................35
LOBAL PARAMETERS: AN OVERVIEW
5.9.1 Keyboard MIDI Channels.............................................................................................................36
5.9.1 Velocity Curve (Key or Pad).........................................................................................................36
5.9.2 Knob Acceleration ........................................................................................................................ 36
5.9.3 Aftertouch Min and Max (Key or Pad) .........................................................................................36
EMPLATES: SAVE, DELETE, IMPORT, EXPORT, ETC
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6.1 SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT .............................................................................................. 37
6.2 FCC INFORMATION (USA)............................................................................................................... 39
6.3 CANADA.............................................................................................................................................40
6.4 EUROPE...............................................................................................................................................40
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1 INTRODUCTION
KeyLab is Arturia's newest series of USB MIDI Keyboards. The KeyLab 25, KeyLab 49,
KeyLab 61 and KeyLab 88 all feature a velocity and aftertouch sensitive keyboard. They
offer a control surface designed for perfect integration with our software synthesizers.
The attention to detail poured into KeyLab also makes it perfect for working with any
other software plug-in or DAW you have available.
Beyond being a great MIDI controller, KeyLab comes with our Analog Lab software which
includes an astounding arsenal of classic synth and keyboard sounds. The integration of
these two products results in a powerful hybrid synthesizer with excellent functionality
and great sound.
The 2 clickable encoders, 11 encoders, 9 faders, 13 switches, 6 transport switches, and
the modulation and pitch bend wheels give you the control you need to exploit the full
potential of any USB audio product you encounter. The 49-, 61- and 88-note versions
also offer 16 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads that can be configured as pads, MIDI
CC buttons, or program change switches.
You will also find MIDI In and Out connectors; Expression, Sustain and Aux pedal inputs;
as well as a breath controller input.
On top of that, the included MIDI Control Center software lets you map parameters to
the controllers and pads simply and easily, directly from your computer, and then save
them as presets. Those presets then can be stored in the physical KeyLab unit for instant
recall.
Your music is important, and we are honored that you have chosen KeyLab and Analog
Lab as the hardware and software tools that will help you each step of the way. May they
inspire you to new heights of creativity!
Musically yours,
The Arturia team
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2 KEYLAB OVERVIEW
2.1 First step: Making the connections
Setting up the KeyLab keyboard for use with Analog Lab is fast and simple:
1) First install the Analog Lab program on your computer and be sure to register
and authorize it (see Chapters 2 and 3 of the Analog Lab user manual).
2) Connect the KeyLab keyboard to the computer. KeyLab is powered by its USB
connection, so all you have to do is connect a USB cable from your computer
to the KeyLab controller.
3) KeyLab is a class-compliant USB device, so its driver will be automatically
installed when you connect KeyLab to your computer.
4) Fire up the Analog Lab software and read on!
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2.2 Front panel overview
KeyLab 25 front panel
KeyLab 49 front panel
Note: the front panels for the KeyLab 49, -61 and -88 are basically identical, so only the
KeyLab 49 is pictured here.
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1: Category / Param and
Preset / Value encoders
The Category/Param encoder selects filter options
for the Analog Lab preset list. In Edit mode it
selects an item parameter.
The Preset/Value encoder selects the preset from
the filtered Presets list. In Edit mode it adjusts the
value of the parameter that has been selected in
the display.
After making a selection with one of those
encoders, click it to confirm your selection.
2:Edit Parameters / Snapshots
/ Switches
In Edit mode these select parameter groups. Use
the Param / Value encoders to edit them.
Use with Analog Lab to recall favorite presets
(Snapshots).
Use the MIDI Control Center software to alter the
buttons’ assignments for other MIDI applications.
3: Transport buttons These buttons are used to control an external
hardware or software sequencer through standard
MMC messages: Start, Stop, Record, Rewind, Fast
Forward and Loop on/off.
They can be customized in the MIDI Control Center.
4: LCD screen 32-character LCD screen.
5: Sound/Multi/Edit buttons The Sound/Multi buttons allow selection of those
modes in Analog Lab.
The Edit button places the KeyLab in edit mode for
advanced editing of the controls.
6: Volume encoder The Volume encoder controls the master volume of
Analog Lab.
7: Bank buttons The Bank buttons will toggle between two sets of
controller assignments for both the Encoders and
the Faders.
8: Encoders These encoders are pre-assigned to control the
synthesis parameters in Analog Lab, and may be
configured to control any other device.
9: Faders These are pre-assigned to control the synthesis
parameters in Analog Lab, and may be configured
to control any other device.
10: Octave up/down buttons Will transpose the KeyLab in octave increments.
The LED rate indicates the distance from middle C.
For chromatic transposition, see section 2.2.3.2.
11: Pitch bend/Mod wheel These are used to alter the pitch bend and
modulation amounts in real time.
12: Pads
(KeyLab 49/61/88 only)
In Analog Lab these are used to trigger chords,
which are defined in Chord mode. They are
velocity- and pressure-sensitive, and can be
assigned to handle a number of other functions
using the MIDI Control Center software.
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2.2.1 Keyboard
The Arturia KeyLab series offers four different sizes of velocity- and aftertouch-sensitive
keyboards (25-, 49-, 61- and 88-keys). Each is equipped with a control surface designed
for perfect integration with the Analog Lab software.
2.2.2 Pitch and Modulation Wheels
These controls are used to add pitch bend and modulation during performance.
Moving the Pitch Wheel up or down alters the pitch of the selected sound. The bend
range depends on the selected preset.
Moving the Modulation (Mod) Wheel up or down adds or reduces the modulation of the
sound. The amount and type of modulation depends on which preset is selected.
The modulation wheel may not be assigned to modulate a parameter in some presets.
Pitch and Modulation Wheels
2.2.3 Octave buttons
2.2.3.1 Octave transposition
Pushing one of the Up or Down buttons will transpose the KeyLab in octave increments.
The maximum amount of transposition depends on which model you have: -/+ 3 octaves
(KeyLab 25/49/61), or -/+ 2 octaves (KeyLab 88).
The appropriate LED will blink faster the further you are from middle C.
2.2.3.2 Chromatic transposition
When you press the Octave buttons you also have the option to transpose chromatically
(i.e., in semitones). To jump from the Oct field to the Semi field in the Transposition
window, press the Down and Up buttons at the same time. Then use those buttons one
at a time to shift the keyboard chromatically. Press again them simultaneously to jump
back to the Oct field.
Octave buttons
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2.2.3.3 Factory Reset (Erase All Presets)
The following instructions will replace all KeyLab presets with the factory settings. Back up anything you do
not want to lose! See section 5.8 for information about using the MIDI Control Center to save your presets.
If you want to start with a completely blank slate, the quickest way to do that is hold
down both Octave buttons when you plug in the USB cable or the optional power supply.
This will restore the factory presets on your KeyLab.
After this, Preset 0 sets the encoders to transmit in absolute mode, while presets 1-10
set the encoders to transmit in relative mode. See section 6.2.b of the built-in MIDI
Control Center manual for descriptions of these modes.
2.2.4 Volume encoder
The Volume encoder functions as the master volume control for Analog Lab. It is
probably best to leave this at the default setting (MIDI CC #7), although you can assign
it to any MIDI CC using the MIDI Control Center software.
Volume encoder
2.2.5 Sound/Multi/Edit section
Sound/Multi/Edit buttons
2.2.5.1 Sound/Multi buttons
The Sound and Multi buttons allow you to switch between these modes in Analog Lab.
2.2.5.2 Edit button
Press the Edit button when you want to edit the parameters of the current preset.
When Edit mode is activated, the Edit button LED will light and the display will show the
current parameters and their values. Use the Edit Parameter buttons to select the
parameter group you wish to edit (Progr. Chng., Global, CC, etc.). See Chapter 3 for an
explanation of each of these parameter groups and the parameters they contain.
When KeyLab is in Edit mode the two encoders to the left of the LCD change their
functions:
• The Category encoder becomes the Parameter selector
• The Preset encoder becomes the Value editor for the selected parameter. Click
this encoder to confirm the new value.
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