Best Arturia Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys) 2025

Premium Arturia master keyboards (up to 49 keys) - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Production For Studio Work For Electronic Music For Compact Setups For Home Studios For Bedroom Producers

BRANDS: Arturia Novation Native Instruments Miditech M-Audio Nektar

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 White

by Arturia

Compact Setups Production Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Fits on most desks comfortably

✓ PROS

• Suitable for most production work
• Sufficient for basic chord playing

✗ CONS

• Can feel restrictive for some styles
• Usually non-weighted keys

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 WhiteUSB Midi Keyboard49 Velocity sensitive keys with aftertouch16 Colour illuminated...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 443119

$384

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Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White

by Arturia

Studio Work Production Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Good balance of portability and range

✓ PROS

• Fits on most desks comfortably
• Good balance of portability and range

✗ CONS

• Can feel restrictive for some styles
• Limited for advanced piano playing

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 WhiteUSB MIDI keyboard with 49 Velocity-Sensitive keys and Aftertouch12 illuminated...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 596111

$455

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Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 Black

by Arturia

Compact Setups Studio Work Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Sufficient for basic chord playing

✓ PROS

• Suitable for most production work
• Sufficient for basic chord playing

✗ CONS

• May need octave switching frequently
• Can feel restrictive for some styles

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 BlackUSB MIDI keyboard with 49 velocity-sensitive keys and aftertouch12 Illuminated...

⭐ 4.4/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 596110

$462

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Arturia KeyStep Pro Chroma - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Arturia KeyStep Pro Chroma

by Arturia

Production Home Studios Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Suitable for most production work

✓ PROS

• Fits on most desks comfortably
• Suitable for most production work

✗ CONS

• Usually non-weighted keys
• Limited for advanced piano playing

Arturia KeyStep Pro ChromaUSB/MIDI Controller Keyboard with Sequencer37 Mini keysvelocity-sensitiveaftertouchLEDs above...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 580796

$516

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Arturia Keystep Pro - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Arturia Keystep Pro

by Arturia

Electronic Music Production Home Studios

Key Feature:

• Suitable for most production work

✓ PROS

• Sufficient for basic chord playing
• Good balance of portability and range

✗ CONS

• Usually non-weighted keys
• Not ideal for two-handed piano parts

Arturia Keystep ProUSB / MIDI controller keyboard with sequencer37 Mini keys with touch responseaftertouchLED above...

⭐ 4.4/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 483153

$505

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Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 Black

by Arturia

Production Electronic Music Bedroom Producers

Key Feature:

• Good balance of portability and range

✓ PROS

• Sufficient for basic chord playing
• Suitable for most production work

✗ CONS

• Can feel restrictive for some styles
• Usually non-weighted keys

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 BlackUSB Midi Keyboard49 Velocity sensitive keys with aftertouch16 Colour illuminated...

⭐ 4.4/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 443117

$384

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Arturia Keystep Pro Black Edition - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Arturia Keystep Pro Black Edition

by Arturia

Compact Setups Home Studios Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Suitable for most production work

✓ PROS

• Often includes pitch and mod wheels
• Fits on most desks comfortably

✗ CONS

• Usually non-weighted keys
• Not ideal for two-handed piano parts

Arturia Keystep Pro Black EditionUSB/MIDI Controller Keyboard with Sequencer37 velocity-sensitive mini-keys with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 523778

$483

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Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 White

by Arturia

Electronic Music Bedroom Producers Production

Key Feature:

• Suitable for most production work

✓ PROS

• Suitable for most production work
• Often includes pitch and mod wheels

✗ CONS

• Limited for advanced piano playing
• Not ideal for two-handed piano parts

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 WhiteUSB MIDI Keyboard49 Velocity-sensitive keys8 Velocity-sensitive RGB-illuminated...

⭐ 4.4/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 567139

$202

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Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Black

by Arturia

Home Studios Compact Setups Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Good balance of portability and range

✓ PROS

• Often includes pitch and mod wheels
• Fits on most desks comfortably

✗ CONS

• Can feel restrictive for some styles
• Not ideal for two-handed piano parts

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 BlackUSB Midi KeyboardWith 49 velocity-sensitive keys8 Velocity-sensitive RGB-lit pads1...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 567142

$213

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Arturia Keystep 37 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Arturia Keystep 37

by Arturia

Home Studios Compact Setups Studio Work

Key Feature:

• Suitable for most production work

✓ PROS

• Fits on most desks comfortably
• Often includes pitch and mod wheels

✗ CONS

• May need octave switching frequently
• Can feel restrictive for some styles

Arturia Keystep 37USB Controller Keyboard37 Velocity-sensitive mini keys (Slimkey) with aftertouch64-Step...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 502689

$186

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Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Alpine - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Alpine

by Arturia

Production Electronic Music Studio Work

Key Feature:

• Often includes pitch and mod wheels

✓ PROS

• Often includes pitch and mod wheels
• Good balance of portability and range

✗ CONS

• May need octave switching frequently
• Usually non-weighted keys

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 AlpineUSB MIDI-Keyboard49 Velocity-sensitive keys8 Velocity-sensitive RGB-illuminated...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 586648

$202

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Arturia Keystep Pulse Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Arturia Keystep Pulse Case Bundle

by Arturia

Electronic Music Bedroom Producers Home Studios

Key Feature:

• Fits on most desks comfortably

✓ PROS

• Fits on most desks comfortably
• Often includes pitch and mod wheels

✗ CONS

• Not ideal for two-handed piano parts
• Usually non-weighted keys

Arturia Keystep Pulse Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Arturia Keystep*Master Keyboard*32x Velocity-sensitive keys...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 512424

$219

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Arturia Keystep - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Arturia Keystep

by Arturia

Home Studios Compact Setups Production

Key Feature:

• Suitable for most production work

✓ PROS

• Fits on most desks comfortably
• Often includes pitch and mod wheels

✗ CONS

• Not ideal for two-handed piano parts
• Can feel restrictive for some styles

Arturia KeystepMaster Keyboard32x Velocity-sensitive keys (Slimkey)With aftertouchIntegrated polyphonic step...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 380937

$153

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How to Choose the Best Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced master keyboards (up to 49 keys) typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Arturia Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys) 2025

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 White

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 White

Arturia KeyLab 49 mk3 Black

Arturia KeyStep Pro Chroma

Arturia Keystep Pro

Arturia KeyLab MkII 49 Black

Arturia Keystep Pro Black Edition

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 White

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Black

Arturia Keystep 37

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MK3 Alpine

Arturia Keystep Pulse Case Bundle

Arturia Keystep

How to Choose the Best Master Keyboards (up to 49 Keys)

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Key Features

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