Description
Arturia presents the AstroLab 88, a premium stage and studio instrument that brings 25 years of sound innovation to a professional-grade, 88-key performance keyboard. With its luxurious Fatar TP-40 hammer-action keybed, over 1600 built-in sounds, and seamless integration with Arturia’s expansive software ecosystem, AstroLab 88 is the complete solution for musicians who demand expressiveness, flexibility, and reliability. Designed to meet the needs of modern performers, it pairs tactile controls with robust connectivity and advanced performance features including aftertouch, Bluetooth audio, and WiFi control.
Whether you’re switching presets mid-set, layering sounds, or crafting performances on the move, AstroLab 88 keeps your creativity flowing. With onboard sound engines covering everything from classic analogue to advanced physical modelling, and deep compatibility with Analog Lab, Pigments, and V Collection, it’s a universe of sound at your fingertips. Built with a rugged aluminium and bakelite chassis and road-tested for durability, AstroLab 88 ensures you’re ready to take centre stage, wherever you go.
Key Features:
- Premium 88-Key Hammer-Action Keybed:
Features a Fatar TP-40 keybed with triple sensors and aftertouch for nuanced, expressive playability and realistic piano feel. - Over 1600 Built-In Sounds with 11 Sound Engines:
Includes Virtual Analog, Wavetable, Granular, FM, Vocoder and more, offering a vast range of sounds tailored for live performance. - Seamless Software Integration and Control:
Works effortlessly with Analog Lab Pro and AstroLab Connect apps for custom patch creation, setlist management, and mobile sound control.
Play with Precision:
At the heart of AstroLab 88 lies its premium 88-note Fatar TP-40 keybed. Designed for players who require authentic piano touch and feel, it features fully weighted hammer-action keys with triple sensor technology and channel aftertouch. Whether performing delicate classical passages or dynamic synthesiser solos, every note translates with precision and expressive depth. The added length of the keyboard also allows greater versatility for split patches and multi-instrument setups, making it ideal for complex stage configurations.
All the Sounds You’ll Ever Need:
AstroLab 88 arrives loaded with over 1600 carefully curated sounds, ranging from authentic pianos and electric keyboards to futuristic synth textures. With 11 distinct sound engines under the hood, it caters to every musical genre and performance style. Users can go even further with up to 10,000 additional sounds available through the Arturia software ecosystem, including full integration with Analog Lab, Pigments, and the acclaimed V Collection. Whether you’re in the studio or on stage, AstroLab 88 ensures your sound is limitless.
Performance First, Always:
Every element of AstroLab 88 is engineered for the demands of live performance. Its aluminium and bakelite chassis provides a durable yet elegant shell that can withstand the rigours of touring. The intuitive user interface, with quick preset access, assignable macro controls, and real-time FX manipulation, keeps you focused on the music, not the menu. No laptop is required, thanks to its onboard browsing, editing, and wireless control capabilities, allowing performers to stay in the moment and in control.
Specifications:
- Keyboard: 88-note Fatar TP-40 hammer-action keybed
- Key Features: Triple sensor with aftertouch, full-size weighted keys
- Sound Engines: 11 including Virtual Analog, Wavetable, Granular, FM, Vocoder, Harmonic, Karplus and more
- Built-In Sounds: Over 1600 presets
- Expandable Sounds: Up to 10,000 sounds via Arturia software
- FX: 17 insert effects, dedicated delay and reverb, 4 dedicated FX knobs
- Modes: Arpeggiator, Looper, Chord and Scale modes
- Preset Access: Navigation wheel, display, 10 preset buttons
- Macro Controls: 4 assignable macro knobs for real-time control
- Connectivity: L+R XLR/¼” audio input, L+R ¼” output, ¼” headphone output, 4x ¼” pedal inputs, MIDI In/Out (5-pin DIN)
- USB: USB-C for computer, USB-A for storage or host
- Wireless: Bluetooth audio and WiFi for control and updates
- Software: AstroLab Connect (iOS/Android), Analog Lab Pro
- In the Box: Power supply, USB cable (C to A), Quickstart guide, User manual, Registration card
- Special Offer: V Collection for $199/€, Pigments for $99/€ (for AstroLab users)
