Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII [25/89] Faders

2.12. Faders

Like the encoders, KeyLab mkII’s 9 faders have multiple functions that vary depending on

the selected mode.

In Analog Lab mode [p.24] faders 1-8 control the envelope parameters indicated in the blue

text under the faders. Fader 9 is reserved for the master volume of the preset.

In DAW mode [p.33] faders 1-8 control the volume of 8 channels within your DAW, and fader

9 controls the master volume. Different sets and banks of tracks may be selected using the

three control buttons immediately to the left of the faders.

The faders can also send several types of MIDI data, with three banks of settings available

within each of the 10 User presets [p.43]. These can be assigned from the front panel [p.43]

or by using the MIDI Control Center [p.62]. It is also possible to name each of the faders, and

the display will show that name when the fader is moved.

2.13. Filter/Select buttons

Each of the 9 buttons beneath the faders serves a different role depending on which mode

has been selected.

In Analog Lab mode [p.24] the buttons are used to select a certain type of instrument (Piano,

Lead, etc.). Once the options have been narrowed in this way it is even faster to find the

right preset.

In DAW mode [p.33] the buttons are used to select one of the tracks within your DAW.

Different sets and banks of tracks may be selected using the three buttons immediately to

the left of the faders.

In User mode [p.43] the buttons can send MIDI control data, MIDI notes, or program

changes, with three banks of settings available within each of the 10 presets [p.43]. These

can be assigned from the front panel [p.43] or by using the MIDI Control Center [p.62].

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♪: Each button can be assigned its own color, but this can only be done using the MIDI Control Center

[p.62].

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