Arturia AstroLab88

The Arturia AstroLab 88 is a top-tier performance keyboard crafted for musicians who demand studio-quality sound with the rugged reliability needed for live performance. Featuring a full-sized 88-key Fatar TP-40 hammer-action keybed with triple sensors and channel aftertouch, it delivers a deeply expressive playing experience. This allows for nuanced dynamics and precision control, whether you're rehearsing, producing, or performing. Its extended key range also provides enhanced flexibility for split setups and layered patches, ideal for complex stage arrangements.

AstroLab 88 is powered by Arturia's acclaimed Phi/TAE modeling technology, granting immediate access to over 1300+ onboard presets pulled from the V Collection and Pigments libraries. These include everything from rich acoustic pianos and vintage electric keyboards to bold modern synth textures. The keyboard supports seamless integration with custom sounds via Analog Lab Pro software and mobile app, making it easy to tweak, organize, and perform with your personalized sound palette. It also comes preloaded with 450+ Artist Tribute presets that honor groundbreaking artists past and present.

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STANDALONE SYNTH PERFORMANCE:

: Plays software instrument sounds without needing a computer.

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MASSIVE SOUND LIBRARY:

Comes with 1,300+ built-in sounds and 2,000+ more available via Analog Lab and Arturia Sound Store.

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SPLIT & LAYER INSTRUMENTS:

Use two instruments at once, split or layered across the keyboard.

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POWERFUL ONBOARD EFFECTS:

Includes insert effects, delay, reverb, EQ, and modulation options.

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INTERACTIVE NAVIGATION WHEEL:

Color display and control ring make browsing sounds fast and intuitive.

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FATAR HAMMER-ACTION KEYBOARD:

Features velocity sensitivity and aftertouch for expressive play.

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MACRO CONTROLS FOR SOUND SHAPING:

Four knobs control tone, modulation, envelope, and movement.

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PLAYLIST AND SETLIST TOOLS:

Organize presets into songs and playlists for live performance.

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PERFORMANCE TOOLS:

Includes arpeggiator, MIDI looper, chord mode, scale quantizer, and hold functions.

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MOBILE APP INTEGRATION:

Use the AstroLab Connect app to edit sounds, manage playlists, and browse presets wirelessly.

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ANALOG LAB COMPATIBILITY:

Seamlessly integrates with Analog Lab software for deeper editing and sound management.

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WIRELESS AND USB CONNECTIVITY:

Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, and powered USB-A for devices and storage.

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PEDAL AND MIDI SUPPORT:

Includes sustain, expression, and two aux pedal inputs, plus 5-pin MIDI in/out.

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LIVE SOUND FLEXIBILITY:

Balanced outputs, stereo inputs (for processing mic/line audio), and real-time preset switching without audio dropouts.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• 88-key Fatar TP-40L hammer-action keybed

• Velocity-sensitive with channel aftertouch

• Over 1,300 onboard sounds

• Supports over 2,000 additional free sounds via Analog Lab and Arturia Sound Store

• Multi-part presets: Single and Multi modes (2-part splits/layers)

• Smooth preset transitions without audio cutoff

• Multi-color key LEDs for split points and visual feedback

• Quick-access type buttons (9 categories)

• User-editable Playlists and Songs for setlist organization

USER INTERFACE & CONTROLS:

• Color Navigation Wheel: encoder + high-res display + push button

• 8 macro encoders with LED rings (Brightness, Timbre, Time, Movement)

• Dedicated controls: FX A/B, Delay, Reverb, Arpeggiator, Chord, Looper

• Navigation buttons: Back, Previous/Next, Shift

• Preset Type buttons: 9 physical shortcut keys

• Panel and keybed LED indicators with dynamic color coding

EFFECTS:

• 2 Insert FX slots (shared or individual per part in Multi mode)

• 12 Insert FX types: Multi Filter, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Distortion, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Stereo Pan, Analog Phaser, Wah, Twin Amp, Rotary Speaker

• 2 send effects: Delay (Analog, Digital, Tape), Reverb (14 types including Room, Plate, Spring)

• Master 3-band EQ

• FX control: knob-based dry/wet or intensity, editable via Navigation Wheel

• FX presets and full parameter editing onboard

CONNECTIVITY:

• USB-C port (computer/tablet/smartphone connection)

• USB-A port (external storage or USB MIDI controller; 5V 1.5A powered)

• 5-pin DIN MIDI In/Out

• 2x balanced 1/4" TRS outputs

• Stereo headphone out (1/4")

• Stereo balanced audio inputs (combo XLR/TRS for mic/line/instrument)

• Audio input gain knob

• 4 pedal inputs (Sustain, Expression, Aux 1, Aux 2)

• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled

MIDI & SYNCHRONIZATION:

• AstroLab MIDI channel: fixed Channel 1 for main control

• Secondary MIDI channel assignable

• MIDI output filter: Keyboard only or All Notes

• Sync sources: Internal, USB MIDI clock, 5-pin MIDI, Auto detection

• Supports tempo sync, transport receive, tap tempo

WIRELESS & APP INTEGRATION:

• Built-in Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz networks only

• Can function as Wi-Fi hotspot

• Bluetooth audio streaming supported

• Compatible with AstroLab Connect mobile app (iOS & Android)

• QR-based pairing and wireless editing/sound library browsing

• Syncs with Analog Lab software on desktop

POWER & DIMENSIONS:

• External PSU via dedicated power input

• Power button with forced shutdown option (hold 5+ seconds)

• Operating temperature: 15"35 C (59"95 F)