Arturia AstroLab 88
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Arturia
AstroLab 88
Product Info
Article Number:
616582
Brand:
Arturia
Model:
AstroLab 88
Category:
General Synthesizers
Price:
$2,638.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The AstroLab 88 is a powerhouse stage keyboard. It’s a fantastic all-in-one solution for producers and performers wanting a huge range of sounds and a premium keybed feel – just be prepared for a bit of a learning curve mastering all those engines.
Product Description
- Arturia AstroLab 88
- Stage Keyboard
- Fatar keyboard (TP-40) with hammer action and 88 weighted
- velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch in standard size
- For musicians
- producers and live performers who want to use sounds at home or in the studio
- prepare them for stage performances or simply integrate them
- 11 Sound-Engines: Virtual Analog
- Samples
- Wavetable
- Granular
- Physical Modelling
- Vector Synthesis
- Harmonic
- Phase Distortion
- Vocoder
- Karplus Synthesis
- Over 1
- 600 integrated sounds
- Up to 10
- 000 sounds via Arturia software
- 450+ Artist Tribute Presets
- Arpeggiator
- Looper
- Chord and scale modes
- Navigation wheel and screen for easy navigation
- 10 Preset buttons for quick sound access
- 4 Macro controls
- 17 Insert FXs and own delay/reverb
- 4 Assigned rotary knobs to control the effects
- Multi- and keyboard split function
- Bluetooth audio and WiFi for wireless control
- Input gain control
- Pitch bend and modulation wheel
- Octave switch
- Compatible with V-Collection and Pigments (not included)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 1316 x 127 x 352 mm
- Weight: 22.2 kg
- Includes AstroLab Connect (iOS + Android) and Arturia Analog Lab Pro software (download)
- registration card
- USB cable (C / A) and mains adapter
- *Connections: *
- Combo inputs Mic/Line/Instrument: 2 x XLR / 6.3 mm jack
- Sustain pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
- Expression pedal input: 6.3 mm jack
- Aux pedal inputs for switch pedals with continuous function: 2 x 6.3 mm jacks
- MIDI input: 5-pin DIN
- MIDI output: 5-pin DIN
- Line outputs: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- USB-A (host) as well as USB-C port and power supply connection
PROS
- • Excellent Fatar TP-40 keybed offers superb action and aftertouch.
- • Diverse synthesis engines provide incredible sonic versatility and depth.
- • Intuitive navigation wheel and screen streamline sound exploration and editing.
- • Artist Tribute presets deliver instantly inspiring and professional-sounding patches.
CONS
- • The sheer number of engines can feel overwhelming for less experienced users.
- • Physical size and weight make it less portable for frequent gigging.
- • While capable, the built-in effects are not as flexible as dedicated plugins.
Product Video
Key Features
Keys
88
Key Type
Weighted, velocity-sensitive, aftertouch (Fatar TP-40)
Synthesis Type
Virtual Analog, Samples, Wavetable, FM, Granular, Physical Modelling, Vector, Harmonic, Phase Distortion, Vocoder, Karplus
Polyphony
128 voices
Effects
17 Insert FXs, Delay/Reverb
Connections
Stereo Outputs, MIDI In/Out, USB, Sustain Pedal Input, Expression Pedal Input
Weight
28.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AstroLab's TP-40 feels responsive and nuanced, similar to other high-end Fatar actions, but with a slightly lighter touch than some older models.
Yes, the Arturia software makes sample importing and management relatively straightforward, though it’s not as drag-and-drop simple as some dedicated samplers.
It's designed for both; the preset buttons and macro controls are great for live use, but the depth of the engines encourages studio experimentation.
