Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII [29/89] Analog lab mode

3. ANALOG LAB MODE

KeyLab mkII has been designed to shine in many musical environments, and it is perfectly

suited for the included Analog Lab 4 software. From helping you select the perfect sound to

allowing complete control over that sound, KeyLab mkII and Analog Lab 4 are a powerful

combination.

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♪: The focus of this chapter will be the features of KeyLab mkII, with occasional explanations of

Analog Lab 4 for your convenience. For in-depth information about Analog Lab 4, please consult the

manual for that software.

3.1. Connecting to Analog Lab

Before you can enjoy the close integration of KeyLab mkII and Analog Lab 4, there are

some initial conditions that must be met:

• Analog Lab 4 needs to be downloaded, installed, and activated as described here

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• Connect KeyLab mkII to your computer

• Launch the Analog Lab 4 application

• Press the Analog Lab button on the KeyLab mkII (under the center knob) to enter

Analog Lab mode

• Play a note on the keyboard. If Analog Lab 4 does not respond, check its

preferences and be sure KeyLab mkII is selected in the MIDI Devices window

as shown below.

After this, every time you start Analog Lab 4 it should connect to the KeyLab mkII on its

own. But since this is the first time you may need to select it in the MIDI Controller field at

the bottom of the Analog Lab 4 window:

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