Arturia AstroLab 88

Arturia AstroLab 88 - High-quality performance keyboard with hammer action and 1600 sounds

Introduction

With the Arturia AstroLab 88, the French manufacturer presents a new performance keyboard that has been specially developed for live musicians and professional studio users. It combines an exceptionally authentic playing feel with a huge sound arsenal and intuitive operation. Thanks to the high-quality hammer action and deep integration into the Arturia ecosystem, the AstroLab 88 stands for expressiveness, versatility and maximum creative freedom.

Whether on stage, in the studio or in the rehearsal room - the Arturia AstroLab 88 provides the perfect setup for musicians who value sound quality, reliability and musical inspiration. With more than 1600 presets, four assignable macros and a robust design, it takes the performance keyboard category to a new level.

Manufacturer

Arturia is a renowned manufacturer from France that has made a name for itself over the years with innovative software synthesizers, controllers and analog hardware. Arturia is particularly well known for the V Collection, its flagship software synthesizer, which offers meticulously modeled emulations of legendary vintage instruments. With the AstroLab 88, Arturia is now launching a performance keyboard that combines the strengths of its software products with modern hardware and meets the highest demands in terms of playing feel and flexibility.

Arturia's expertise in digital sound generation and the close connection between software and hardware make the company a pioneer in music technology. The AstroLab 88 is a prime example of this innovative strength: a keyboard that is far more than just a keyboard instrument - it is a powerful creative tool for demanding musicians.

Technical details

At the heart of the Arturia AstroLab 88 is the high-quality 88-key keyboard with Fatar TP-40L hammer action. This is equipped with triple sensors and channel aftertouch, which enables exceptional expressiveness and dynamic control. The playing feel is directly comparable to that of a real concert grand piano - a quality that pianists and keyboardists with high standards in particular will appreciate.

The integrated sound arsenal comprises over 1600 presets and ranges from authentic acoustic and electric pianos, organs and strings to synthesizer sounds from various eras. These sounds come directly from the Arturia ecosystem - including Analog Lab, V Collection and Pigments - and can be seamlessly integrated into AstroLab. This opens up an almost limitless sound universe that can be called up directly on the device.

A big plus for stage musicians: the AstroLab 88 does not require a laptop at all. The intuitive user interface with a clear display, four freely assignable macro controls and a clearly structured control panel allows quick sound selection and immediate sound shaping. No annoying navigation through menus, no distracting computer screens - full concentration on the music.

The keyboard is also impressive in terms of construction: the housing is made of a combination of aluminum and plastic, which guarantees both stability and portability. The design has been specially optimized for live use, which is reflected in the robust workmanship and the well thought-out arrangement of all controls. Despite its full keyboard, the device remains surprisingly portable and suitable for the stage.

Thanks to its extensive MIDI and USB connections, the AstroLab 88 can be easily integrated into existing setups. It is suitable both as a central master keyboard in the studio and as a self-sufficient performance solution on stage. The direct connection to Arturia's software products makes sound management child's play, while the hardware side offers maximum freedom of expression.

Recommended purchase

The Arturia AstroLab 88 is the perfect choice for all musicians who are looking for a high-performance keyboard with an outstanding playing feel and a deeply integrated sound engine. Especially for live performers, the instrument offers everything you need: Expressiveness, flexibility, robustness and intuitive operation - all without a laptop or complicated configuration.

With its huge range of sounds and the ability to use sounds directly from Arturia flagships, the AstroLab 88 is a powerful creative tool for both stage performers and studio professionals. Anyone who values quality, reliability and musical inspiration will be satisfied with this instrument in the long term.

Whether expressive piano ballads, powerful synth performances or complex layer and split setups - the Arturia AstroLab 88 is ready for any musical challenge. It combines high-quality hardware with the sound diversity of modern software synthesis in an elegant and robust housing. An instrument for anyone who wants to leave nothing to chance on stage or in the studio.

Features:

• 88-key hammer action (Fatar TP-40L) with triple sensors and channel aftertouch
• Over 1600 high-quality sounds directly integrated - ready to use without a computer
• Sounds from Arturia Analog Lab, V Collection and Pigments can be seamlessly integrated
• Authentic playing feel for pianists and keyboardists with high standards
• Intuitive user interface with clear display
• Four freely assignable macro knobs for quick access to sound parameters
• Completely self-sufficient - no laptop required for performance
• Robust aluminum and plastic housing - ideal for the stage
• Optimized for split and layer setups
• Seamless integration into the Arturia ecosystem
• Stage-ready design with high durability and easy transportability
• Fast sound selection and direct sound shaping without interruption
• USB and MIDI connections for integration into any setup
• Sturdy construction and high manufacturing quality thanks to strict quality controls

Specs:

• Color: White
• USB-MIDI: USB and MIDI
• MIDI Inputs: 1 Port
• MIDI Outputs: 1 Port
• Line Outputs: 2
• Number of Keys: 88
• Type of sound generation: digital
• Type: Synthesizer
• Theme: Keyboard Instruments

Instruction manual / Safety instructions:

• Manual (39.22 MB)

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