Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 vs Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2
| Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 | Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key action | velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keyboard with synth-action feel | 37-note Slimkey keyboard with velocity & aftertouch |
| Aftertouch | Channel aftertouch | ("37 expressive keys with velocity & aftertouch"); type channel/poly unspecified |
| Sounds / presets | 2000 | 500 |
| Sequencer | Multi-mode arpeggiator / Chord / Scale / Hold | Polyphonic step sequencer: up to 64 steps, 8-voice polyphony; 16-mode arpeggiator |
| Bluetooth | No | — |
| USB audio | No | — |
| Pads / faders | 12 touch & pressure-sensitive pads; 9 x 50mm faders; 9 encoders + 1 clickable | no (пэдов нет; 4 encoders, 2 touch strips) |
| Weight | 6.1 kg | 1.09 kg |
| Released | 2023 | — |
| Status | current | current |
| Keys | 61 | 37 |
| Display | 3.5" 320x480 | — |
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 if budget is the priority — it is about $420 cheaper (approx.).
- Choose the Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 if lighter to carry to gigs and lessons (6.1 kg vs 1.09 kg).
- Choose the Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 if you want more variety of built-in voices (2000 vs 500).
Full spec sheets: Arturia KeyLab 61 Mk3 · Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2. Rows with a highlighted background differ.