Description
The Arturia KeyStep mk2 is a compact yet powerful controller and sequencer designed to elevate your music production and live performance. Combining expressive playability with advanced sequencing and versatile connectivity, it effortlessly integrates with vintage synths, modular setups, and DAWs. Whether you’re composing melodies, triggering arpeggios, or sequencing complex patterns, the KeyStep mk2 adapts to your creative flow with ease and precision.
Main Features
- 32-note Slimkey keyboard with velocity sensitivity and aftertouch
- OLED display paired with a push encoder for fast, intuitive navigation
- Polyphonic step sequencer with up to 8 voices per step
- Arpeggiator offering 16 modes and 9 generative styles
- Live performance tools including Mutate, Spice & Dice functions
- Chord and Scale modes for instant melodic and harmonic inspiration
- Capacitive pitch and modulation strips with dedicated Gate Length, Spice, and Dice sliders
- Assignable CV/Gate outputs for precise modular synth control
- Full-size MIDI DIN In/Out ports and Sync I/O for seamless hardware integration
- USB-C connection for MIDI and power supply
- Includes Ableton Live Lite and Analog Lab Intro software
Expressive Playability
Experience dynamic control with a 32-note Slimkey keyboard featuring velocity and aftertouch, enabling nuanced performances in a compact form. The pitch and modulation touch strips provide responsive real-time sound shaping. Chord and Scale modes streamline your workflow by helping lock notes and triggering rich chords effortlessly — perfect for quick idea generation and live creativity.
Advanced Sequencing Capabilities
Harness the power of the polyphonic step sequencer to record patterns in real-time or step mode, allowing up to 8 voices per step for complex arrangements. The versatile 16-mode arpeggiator supports diverse rhythmic patterns, while performance features such as Mutate, Spice & Dice bring spontaneous variation and energy to your sequences.
Compact and Durable Design
Designed for portability, the KeyStep mk2 fits perfectly in any studio or live setup. Its sturdy chassis ensures durability for touring musicians. A clearly organised interface with an OLED display and push encoder makes navigation straightforward and fast, keeping the focus on your creativity.
Comprehensive Hardware Connectivity
Modern USB-C offers simple MIDI and power connections. Full-size MIDI DIN In/Out ports ensure compatibility with both vintage and current equipment. Assignable CV/Gate outputs control pitch, gate, and modulation sources for seamless integration with modular synths. Sync I/O enables clock syncing across drum machines and Eurorack gear. Additionally, a pedal input expands expressive possibilities.
Why Choose the Arturia KeyStep mk2?
The KeyStep mk2 is more than a mere controller. It’s a generative composition tool designed to inspire and streamline your music-making process. Its unique blend of expressive controls, sophisticated sequencing features, and extensive connectivity makes it the ideal all-in-one solution for producers, performers, and synth enthusiasts seeking portability and creative freedom.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What type of keyboard does the Arturia KeyStep mk2 have?
The KeyStep mk2 features a 32-note Slimkey keyboard with velocity sensitivity and aftertouch for expressive playing in a compact design.
➤ Can I use the KeyStep mk2 with modular synthesizers?
Yes, it offers assignable CV/Gate outputs (Pitch, Gate, Mod1, Mod2) compatible with modular synths and supports Sync I/O for clock sync with Eurorack gear.
➤ Does the KeyStep mk2 support polyphonic sequencing?
Absolutely. Its step sequencer supports up to 8 voices per step, enabling complex polyphonic patterns with rests, ties, and pattern chaining.
➤ What connectivity options are available?
Connectivity includes USB-C for MIDI and power, full-size MIDI DIN In/Out ports, CV/Gate outputs, Sync I/O, and a pedal input for extended control.
➤ Is software included with the KeyStep mk2?
Yes, it comes bundled with Ableton Live Lite and Analog Lab Intro to get you started with music production right away.
Delivery
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
Mainland UK: £4.99 within mainland UK ( Orders over £199 are delivered FREE )
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Warranty Information
Standard warranty against manufacturer defects apply. Extended warranty is not available on this item.
