Arturia KeyStep MK2 32-Key Controller

Compact Powerhouse for Modern Music Creation

The Arturia KeyStep MK2 is a versatile 32-key controller and sequencer designed for musicians who demand hands-on control across hardware and software setups. This compact creative hub bridges digital and analog worlds, allowing you to connect seamlessly with modular rigs, vintage synthesizers, drum machines, and your favorite DAW. With its 32-note Slimkey keyboard featuring velocity and aftertouch, real-time sequencing, and deep connectivity, the KeyStep MK2 gives producers, performers, and sound designers the ability to compose and perform anywhere inspiration strikes.

Advanced Sequencing and Arpeggiation Capabilities

The KeyStep MK2’s built-in sequencer and arpeggiator transform the way you interact with sound. Create intricate polyphonic patterns up to 64 steps long with 8-note polyphony, or use the 16 arpeggiator modes to explore dynamic rhythmic and melodic possibilities. Features like Mutate, Spice, and Dice introduce controlled randomness, allowing every sequence to evolve musically in real time. Whether you’re sketching out new ideas or performing live, this controller’s sequencing flexibility ensures a constantly evolving creative workflow that stays in sync with your imagination.

Complete Hands-On Control for Performance and Production

Every feature on the KeyStep MK2 is built for immediacy and performance. The OLED display and clickable encoder offer clear visual feedback and quick parameter editing. Touch strips for pitch bend and modulation bring expressive control to your playing, while dedicated Gate, Spice, and Dice sliders give you real-time control over rhythm and variation. From chords and scales to automation and modulation, the KeyStep MK2 makes performance feel fluid and intuitive, empowering you to shape your sound with precision and style.

Unmatched Connectivity for Hybrid Setups

Designed to be the central hub in any hybrid studio, the KeyStep MK2 supports a wide range of connections. With USB-C MIDI, full-size MIDI DIN I/O, and four assignable CV/Gate outputs, this controller integrates effortlessly with analog gear, Eurorack systems, and digital workstations. Sync I/O ports ensure your external hardware stays locked to your DAW or clock source, maintaining perfect timing across devices. This means you can control modular synths, vintage drum machines, and software instruments simultaneously without missing a beat.

Three Creative Modes for Endless Musical Possibilities

The KeyStep MK2 features three powerful operation modes that adapt to any workflow. In Sequencer Mode, you can record, overdub, chain, and manipulate polyphonic sequences live. Arpeggiator Mode offers 16 creative patterns for melodic experimentation, including Poly, Walk, and Random. Finally, Controller Mode turns the KeyStep MK2 into a full-featured MIDI controller, ideal for controlling parameters in your DAW, inputting chords, or sending modulation to CV synths. These modes work in harmony to keep ideas flowing effortlessly from inspiration to composition.

Premium Build with Portable Design

Built for musicians on the move, the KeyStep MK2 combines a sturdy, compact design with low-power operation and iPad compatibility. Its Slimkey keybed provides a responsive and expressive feel in a portable footprint that fits into any studio or stage setup. The included software bundle—featuring Analog Lab Intro with over 500 sounds and Ableton Live Lite—gives you instant access to powerful production tools right out of the box. Whether used as a standalone controller or as part of a complex hybrid setup, the KeyStep MK2 is the perfect instrument for creative exploration.