Arturia - BeatStep Pro Controller and Sequencer

Arturia KeyStep mk2 is a compact controller and sequencer designed for hybrid setups, featuring a 32-note Slimkey keyboard with velocity and aftertouch for expressive playing. It includes a polyphonic step sequencer with up to 64 steps and 16 arpeggiator modes, as well as Mutate, Spice, Dice, Chord, and Scale tools for pattern variation and harmonic control. The unit provides an OLED display with a clickable encoder and RGB feedback for real-time parameter editing, while assignable CV/Gate outputs, full-size MIDI DIN In/Out, USB-C, and Sync I/O allow integration with modular, vintage, and modern instruments. Sustain and expression pedal inputs expand performance options, making KeyStep mk2 suitable for composing, sequencing, and performing in both studio and portable setups.

Arturia BeatStep is a compact controller and sequencer designed for flexible music production and performance setups. It features a 16-step analog sequencer, sixteen velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads, and sixteen assignable encoders with dual modes for hands-on control of pitch, modulation, and sequence parameters. The device supports multiple pad and sequence modes, allowing MIDI note, CC, Program/Bank, and MMC message output, as well as real-time manipulation of playback, scale, and time division. Connectivity options include MIDI DIN, USB, and CV/Gate for integration with DAWs, hardware synthesizers, and modular systems, while transport buttons provide Start/Stop and MMC functionality and can act as MIDI Clock master or slave. The included sixteen user presets store pad mappings, sequence settings, and encoder assignments, and BeatStep is compatible with iPad apps via a camera connection kit. A Kensington lock port adds physical security for studio and live use.

32-note slimkey keybed with velocity and aftertouch. Features a polyphonic step-sequencer with eight memory slots and an arpeggiator mode with eight pattern styles. USB port allows easy computer connectivity.