Arturia KeyStep Pro

An all-in-one performance controller
Take full control of your modular rigs, outboard synths, and software studio all at the same time.

KeyStep Pro removes every barrier between you and the music you want to create, making every performance a breeze.

FEATURES

• 3-octave keyboard with velocity and aftertouch

• 4 independent polyphonic sequencer tracks

• 24-part integrated drum sequencer

• Unparalleled MIDI, CV, and USB connectivity

• Crisp OLED display and LED-illuminated controls

Your sound, one step at a time
KeyStep Pro lets you craft sequences, songs, and entire setlists in real-time, with immediate hands-on access to every aspect of your performance.

Laptop or DAWless, producer or keyboardist, you can build your own sound at every level, from punching in individual drum tracks to shifting the key of every instrument at once.

• Tracks
  4 independent polyphonic sequencers, controlling whatever synth, module, or drum machine you want.

• Patterns
  16 patterns per track. Each sequencer pattern can be up to 64 steps long, and contain 16 notes per step.

• Chains
  Link up to 16 patterns together to create whole songs or sections of your set.

• Scenes
  Snapshots of all the sequences within a pattern, letting you instantly switch between sets of sequences.

• Projects
  Everything in one place. Load, duplicate, tweak, edit, and save for later in its onboard memory.

Unite your gear
Connect every part of your setup

Your ever-growing collection of Eurorack modules, analog synths, and VST instruments can finally perform in sync, thanks to the unmatched connectivity KeyStep Pro has to offer.

Make the most of 4 CV, Gate and Mod outputs, 8 dedicated drum Gate outputs, Clocks, MIDI in, 2 MIDI outputs, a solo metronome output, sustain pedal input, and USB for easy power and DAW/softsynth control.

Control hardware, software & DAW at the same time
Looking for the best modular sequencer?

How about a MIDI controller for Ableton? Or a live performance keyboard that can sync all of your favorite synths to a DAW click track? KeyStep Pro's extensive list of controls, connections, and creative functions are designed to tick every box.

Premium software included
Keystep Pro comes with a selection of industry-standard creative software to get your musical ideas flowing, so you can start exploring right out the box.

Comprehensive connections
KeyStep Pro boasts class-leading connectivity that fits into even the most advanced setups.

From multiple CV outputs to universal sustain pedal input, you can control practically any keyboard, synth module, or music-making software - from vintage analog gear to our award-winning V Collection virtual instruments.

• Voice 1-4
  Using the four sets of CV outputs you can control 4 individual monophonic instruments, or one instruments with up to 4 voices of polyphony, or any combination in between.

• Drum Gates
  Control multiple drum machines or modules with 8 discrete triggers.

• Clock
  The clock output allows you to synchronize your pre-MIDI, DIN sync drum machines, Eurorack modules or other gear.

• MIDI
  Send or receive from MIDI-enabled instruments or interface

• Metronome
  Monitor your tempo through headphones, or use the extra output to sync another device.

• Sustain
  Control your keyboard sustain with a dedicated pedal input.It’s a keyboard, after all!

• USB
  Connect to your computer and control your DAW and software instruments.

Perfect for live performances
KeyStep Pro will become your go-to choice for performing live. It’s perfectly geared to bringing your ideas to life, reacts quickly to your creativity, and intuitively puts you in control.

Each of the 4 independent tracks can be used either for creating custom sequences or performing arpeggios. To select a track, just hit the dedicated button for whichever one you want. Track 1 can be a melodic sequencer, or a powerful drum sequencer, depending on your setup.

Once you’ve made a few groups of sequences, you can easily save and recall them with 16 different project slots - access them with the “Project” button and the menu knob.

KeyStep Pro also features the same addictive touch-sensitive looper strip as the BeatStep Pro and DrumBrute. Too popular to leave out, this little strip lets you throw in fills and breaks whenever you want, adding an unpredictable edge and live energy to your performances.

Robust and reliable
With KeyStep Pro, everything is just right.

This isn’t just some flimsy MIDI keyboard, we know that KeyStep Pro will become part of your creative identity, so we made sure to make it something special.

The rigid metal baseplate adds that “reliably heavy” feel without making it feel like a burden to carry; the knobs are rubberized and wobble-free, so they don’t slip at a crucial point in your performance; the 37-note slim keyboard has the same satisfying action as the original KeyStep, but with extended range; the OLED displays are crisp, clear, and vibrant, so you can read them under stage lights with no problem.

Limitless creative options
However you prefer to write, create, perform, and play, KeyStep Pro gives you all the tools and options you need to do it with style.

• Real Time Recording
  A great way for keyboard players to perform on the fly. Pressing the “Record” button automatically puts KeyStep Pro in its Real-Time Recording mode. This lets you record a polyphonic sequence as you play, and either non-destructively overdub as you go, or rewrite the sequence as it progresses.

• Step-Recording
  For the traditional step-sequencer fan, manually entering the steps one-by-one, either without the sequence running or while it plays in the background.

• Step Editing
  Focus on a step, and edit its content. Simple! You can even visualize the notes that are contained in the step on the keys above the LEDs. Select notes that you want to edit, then duplicate them, transpose, modify their length, whatever you like.

• Drum sequencer
  When switched to the “drum” option, Track 1 becomes a powerful drum sequencer, giving you 16 drum parts to play with. The first 8 have analog Gate outputs so you can bring drum modules to life. Press a key to select a drum part, then edit the sequence on the steps

• Polyrhythmic patterns
  One of the best loved features on Arturia sequencers and drum machines, KeyStep Pro also includes polyrhythmic sequencing abilities, letting you choose different sequence lengths per drum, and per sequence track.

• Chord mode
  KeyStep Pro lets you quickly enter a specific chord shape, store it, and play it by holding a single note. Great for beginners and house music producers!

• Quick Editing
  Nice and easy: simply hold a step and press keys to quickly edit the content of a step.

SPECIFICATIONS

37 note slim keys, velocity and aftertouch sensitive

• LED above each key for efficient visual feedback

Four track step sequencer

• 16 step buttons, up to 64 steps per sequence

• Up to 16 notes of polyphony per step

Melodic sequencer

• Real-Time recording, step recording, step editing

• Pitch, velocity, gate length, time shift and probability for each note

• Scale quantization with user scales

• Polyphonic CV outputs

Drum sequencer

• 24 part drum sequencer

• Polyrhythm

Performance-oriented sequencer

• Forward and two random playing modes

• Pattern randomization

• Quantized or unquantized recording

• Looper

Arpeggiator

• 7 arpeggiator modes, 5 octave range

Chord mode

Controller mode

• Use the 5 encoders to send CCs

• Automate the CCs

Crisp OLED display

4x (CV, Gate, Mod) outputs + 8 drum gate outputs

1 MIDI in, 2 MIDI out, USB, Clock synchronization

Metronome with included speaker and line output

Sustain pedal input

 

What’s in the box:

• Box content

• KeyStep Pro unit

• Registration card

• Quick Start

• USB cable

• Power supply

Instrument dimensions:

• Size: 23.2 x 8.2 x 1.5 inches (589 x 208 x 38mm)

• Weight: 5.9lbs (2.7kg)

For more information, click here to visit the manufacturers website.