Does the KeyLab 61 MK2 have any of the new creative features of the Essential MK3?

Does the KeyLab 61 MK2 have any of the new creative features of the Essential MK3 like Scale Mode, Chord Mode, Hold, Arpeggiator, Quantizer, making composition, looping, songwriting, and beat-making?

Thanks,

Hey @nelsonxm we’re glad to see you here!

Here are the main features of the KeyLab MkII:
• Use with any MIDI software, plug-in, or device
• Integrate with modular synthesizers via CV input and 4 output connectors (CV,
Gate, Mod 1, Mod 2)
• Track / transport control of the most popular DAWs
• Fast sorting of Analog Lab presets helps you find the perfect sound quickly
• 49 or 61 semi-weighted keys with velocity- and pressure-sensitivity (channel
aftertouch)
• 88-note hammer action keybed with velocity and pressure sensitivity (channel
aftertouch)
• Pitch bend / modulation wheels
• Three banks of 9 MIDI-assignable knobs, faders, and RGB buttons, preconfigured to work with Analog Lab instruments
• 16 backlit RGB pads with velocity- and pressure-sensitivity (polyphonic
aftertouch)
• Chord mode features with dozens of preset chords (user-configurable)
• Works with the MIDI Control Center software to edit control assignments and
global settings
• 32-character LCD screen
• Connectors: MIDI In / Out, USB, sustain pedal, expression pedal, Aux pedal (x3),
CV input, Pitch out (CV), Gate out, Mod 1 Out, Mod 2 out
Be sure to visit the www.arturia.com website and check for the latest firmware, download
the MIDI Control Center, and check out the tutorials and FAQs. We are sure KeyLab MkII will
help take your creativity to the next level.

To make sure you have all the information based on your expectations please check our FAQ and the corresponding manuals:

Let’s keep exploring :zap: