Arturia KeyStep MK2 32-Note Controller & Sequencer

About: Arturia KeyStep MK2 32-Note Controller & Sequencer

KeyStep mk2 is the ultimate compact controller & sequencer for hybrid setups. With a 32-note Slimkey keyboard, generative sequencing tools and deep connectivity via CV/Gate, MIDI DIN, and USB-C - spark ideas in your DAW, pilot any synth or patch modular without breaking your flow.

• 32‑note Slimkey keyboard with velocity & aftertouch
• 2 capacitive touch strips for pitch‑bend & modulation
• Polyphonic step sequencer: up to 64 steps, 8‑voice polyphony
• 16‑mode arpeggiator with generative pattern styles
• Mutate, Spice & Dice tools for live variation
• Chord & Scale modes for instant harmony
• OLED display with clickable encoder & RGB LED feedback
• 4 CV/Gate outputs (Pitch, Gate, Mod 1, Mod 2) assignable to velocity, aftertouch, mod wheel & more
• Full‑size MIDI DIN In/Out + 3.5 mm Sync In/Out
• Sustain / expression pedal input (TRS)
• USB‑C MIDI (class‑compliant) and bus power
• Power switch & Kensington lock slot
• Low‑power operation; iPad® compatible (camera connection kit required)
• Software bundle:
  • Analog Lab Intro (500+ sounds)
  • Ableton Live Lite

Step into your next idea

KeyStep mk2 is more than keys. It’s a sequencer, arpeggiator, and musical nerve-centre that bridges hardware and software so you can compose, jam, and perform anywhere your ideas take you.

• Hands-on control: Play, arpeggiate, and sequence ideas the moment they strike. KeyStep mk2’s OLED display, clickable encoder, and full RGB feedback also make every edit fast and intuitive.
• Generative creativity: Capture a riff, turn it into a sequence, then transform it with mutation tools and real-time performance control. Keep inspiration flowing with features that invite constant discovery and movement.
• Universal connectivity: Command modular, vintage, and modern gear alongside your DAW. CV/Gate, MIDI DIN, Sync I/O, and USB-C keep every piece of your setup talking, and in time.

Control & sequence anything

From sketching a melody to shaping full arrangements, KeyStep mk2 keeps ideas on the move. Every touch, twist, and note responds instantly, letting you build, evolve, and perform without interruption.

• Slimkey keybed: 32 expressive keys with velocity & aftertouch.
• 16 mode arpeggiator: From simple cycles to creative melodic textures.
• Pitch & mod touch strips: Smooth bends and modulation plus live Gate/Spice/Dice sliders.
• OLED display: Clear, immediate parameter feedback and editing.
• Mutate, Spice & Dice: Instant, musical variations and controlled randomness.
• Assignable CV/Gate outputs: Four outputs for pitch, gate, and modulation to control modular gear.
• Polyphonic step sequencer: Record or program up to 64 steps of 8-note polyphony.
• Chord & Scale modes: Lock to a key and trigger full chords for harmonic flow.
• Full-size MIDI DIN + Sync I/O: Seamless DAW, hardware, and Eurorack integration.

Inspiration on command

Your workflow’s best friend, KeyStep mk2 plays like an instrument, edits like a groovebox, and invents like a modern synth. Trigger and edit patterns on the fly with an advanced sequencer and arpeggiator. Overdub notes, record automation in real time, transform grooves mid-flow, and perform without breaking tempo.

3 modes, total control

KeyStep mk2’s modes work in synergy to keep ideas evolving - capture a riff, turn it into a sequence, mutate it, and keep the momentum alive.

• Sequencer mode: Create and play back polyphonic patterns. Chain, overdub, undo, mutate, automate bends/mod, and transform sequences live - great for hardware rigs and sketching ideas in your DAW.
• Arpeggiator mode: Choose from 16 arp types including Poly, Walk, Pattern, and Random. Phrase Arp remaps your sequence to played notes for immediate, musical mutations.
• Controller mode: With MIDI, USB, and CV, KeyStep mk2 handles it all. Use it as a central controller to sequence gear, input chords, or modulate CV synths from one compact keyboard.

Every port, every possibility

KeyStep mk2 is your universal creative interface. Patch into modular systems, control synths from past and present, and synchronize your drum machines. Ready to command any setup - live, in the studio, or on the move.

• Digital & analog, unified: Full-size MIDI DIN I/O for classic hardware, USB-C for DAWs and soft-synths, and assignable CV/Gate for modular.
• CV for modular minds: Four CV/Gate outs mappable to velocity, aftertouch, mod-wheel, and more. Patch lines, open filters, ping envelopes: expressive control.
• Sync, sustain & convert: 3.5 mm Sync In/Out for vintage gear, TRS sustain/expression input for feel, plus MIDI In → CV to play modular from external keys.

A closer look

Explore the controls, layout, and creative features of KeyStep mk2 in detail, from its premium keybed to performance features.

• 32-note Slimkey keyboard: Arturia-designed keybed with velocity & aftertouch.
• OLED display + push-encoder: Clear screen with data knob and Back button for instant setup.
• Pattern chaining & Seq/Arp: Build full songs or transform sequences into arpeggios on the fly.
• Mutate button: One-touch melodic mutation and phrase generation.
• Chord & Scale modes: Record chords or lock to scales for effortless in-key playing.
• Transport + Tap: Real-time, step, or un-quantized recording.
• Performance strips & live sliders: Capacitive Pitch & Mod strips, plus Gate Length and Spice/Dice sliders for expressive tweaks.
• 8Shift + Octave -/+: Access secondary functions and transpose the keyboard up or down quickly.
• CV/GATE outputs: Pitch, Gate, Mod 1, Mod 2 — assignable to velocity, aftertouch, wheel & more.
• Sustain / Expression jack: Connect a sustain pedal, footswitch, or expression control.
• Sync I/O: 3.5 mm clock in/out for sending or receiving sync with start/stop messages.
• MIDI DIN In/Out: Full-size 5-pin MIDI ports to connect with any DAW or hardware MIDI gear.
• USB-C: Class-compliant bus power and USB MIDI connection.
• Power switch: Sturdy on/off hardware control.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 1.97 x 19.06 x 5.71 in (50 x 484 x 145 mm)
• Weight: 2.43 lb (1.1 kg)

What’s in the Box

• KeyStep mk2
• USB-A to USB-C cable