Arturia ASTROLAB 61 WHITE 61-Key Stage Keyboard

The Arturia AstroLab 61 is a self-contained 61-key stage keyboard designed to bring a broad Arturia instrument library into a performance-focused hardware format. It helps players move from studio sound design to rehearsals and live sets without relying on a computer at the moment of performance. The white ASTROLAB 61 WHITE version combines a piano-size semi-weighted keybed, onboard controls, and software integration in one instrument.

Built for keyboardists, producers, and performing musicians, AstroLab provides more than 1,300 onboard sounds drawn from 34 instruments. Its sound palette covers acoustic-style sampled instruments as well as virtual analog, wavetable, FM, granular, physical-modeling, vector, harmonic, phase-distortion, and vocoder synthesis. This makes it suitable for creating setlists that can range from keys and pads to leads, basses, textures, and experimental sounds.

The 61-note semi-weighted keyboard uses piano-size keys and supports aftertouch for added expression. Four macro controls provide hands-on access to Brightness, Timbre, Time, and Movement, while four dedicated effects controls include dedicated Delay and Reverb adjustment. A navigation wheel, display, and 10 preset buttons help keep commonly used performance controls within reach.

AstroLab is designed around a connected workflow with Analog Lab Pro and AstroLab Connect. Compatible sounds can be managed between Arturia software and the keyboard, while Wi-Fi supports wireless control and Bluetooth accepts audio input. Built-in arpeggiator, MIDI looper, chord mode, scale mode, split, and multi functions provide practical tools for both writing and performance.

For a stage or studio rig, AstroLab can connect directly to a mixer, powered speakers, headphones, pedals, MIDI devices, and a computer. Its balanced main outputs support a straightforward connection to professional audio systems, while USB-C and MIDI DIN support integration with hardware and DAW-based setups. The included power supply, USB cable, registration card, user manual, and Analog Lab Pro software provide the essentials to get started.

Key Features

• 61-Key Semi-Weighted Keybed: Piano-size keys with aftertouch provide an expressive playing surface for synth, electric piano, and layered performance sounds.
• 1,300+ Onboard Sounds: A large preset library gives players immediate access to a wide range of performance-ready tones.
• 34 Instrument Library: Multiple Arturia instrument types supply classic synth character, sampled sounds, and modern sound-design options.
• Hands-On Performance Controls: Macro and dedicated effects knobs make it easier to shape sound during a set.
• Studio-to-Stage Workflow: Analog Lab Pro integration lets compatible sounds move from software-based creation to keyboard performance.
• Flexible Connectivity: Balanced audio, MIDI, USB, pedal inputs, Bluetooth audio, and Wi-Fi support a variety of setups.

Design & Installation

The AstroLab 61 uses an integrated stage-keyboard design with a white finish, centered display and navigation wheel, dedicated control sections, and piano-size semi-weighted keys. It measures 935 x 330 x 99 mm and weighs 9.9 kg, providing a portable 61-key format for a keyboard stand, studio desk, or performance rig. Its control layout includes quick-access preset buttons, macro controls, effects controls, and performance-function controls.

Connect the balanced left and right line outputs to a mixer, audio interface, or pair of powered speakers using 1/4-inch TRS cables; connect headphones for private monitoring. Use the supplied power supply for operation, USB-C for computer communication, and MIDI DIN or USB-A host connections for compatible MIDI equipment. Sustain, expression, Aux 1, and Aux 2 pedal connections can be used to expand hands-on performance control, while the balanced stereo input, Bluetooth audio input, and Wi-Fi add options for rehearsal and sound-management workflows.