A fusion
of hardware and software
The versatility of virtual synthesis, piano-feel playability, a performance setup without the complexity - AstroLab puts it all in one place for the first time so you can go beyond the constraints of playing live and feel empowered to push the edges of your musical creativity.
40 iconic
instruments
AstroLab gives you instant access to presets from a range of expertly-engineered instruments - all in one place.
From the grit of a Wurlitzer electric piano through the B-3’s swirling organ tones and the DX7's glassy and metallic chimes - AstroLab gives you direct-access to a world-class studio of instruments and all they have to offer.
- ACID V
Corrosive bassline machine - Augmented BRASS
Acoustic instruments reinvented - Augmented WOODWINDS
Acoustic instruments reinvented - Mini V4 (V3 also supported)
The greatest of all time - MiniFreak V
Spontaneous algorithmic softsynth - Wurli V3 (V2 also supported)
Soulful electric bite - ARP2600 V
Coveted semi-modular classic - Augmented GRAND PIANO
Acoustic piano reinvented - Augmented STRINGS
Acoustic instruments reinvented - Augmented VOICES
Acoustic voices reinvented - B-3 V
Mighty organ monarch - Buchla Easel V
West Coast sound design playground - Clavinet V
Physical funk machine - CMI V
Peerless sampling character
- CS-80 V
Animoid articulate synthesizer - CZ V
Phase distortion shapeshifter - CMI V
Peerless sampling character - CS-80 V
Animoid articulate synthesizer - CZ V
Phase distortion shapeshifter - DX7 V
FM synthesis gamechanger - Emulator II V
Textural sampling ensemble - Farfisa V
Textural sampling ensemble - JUN-6 V
Instant analog love - JUP-8 V
The analog vanguard - KORG MS-20 V
Primal black monolith - Matrix 12 V
Programmable analog freedom - Modular V
Modular genesis giant - OP-Xa V
Legendary growl machine
- Piano V
Universal piano expression - Pigments
Polychrome software synthesizer - Prophet-5 V
Faithful analog archetype - Prophet-VS V
Exploratory vector synthesizer - Sampler
Classic & Organic Sampler - SEM V
Synthesis horizon expander - Solina V
Authentic orchestra machine - SQ80 V
Organic digital wavemaker - Stage-73 V
Electric soul machine - Synclavier V
The digital dream machine - Synthi V
Experimental London soundscape - Vocoder V
Ultimate voice electrifier - Vox Continental V
Red-hot transistor hitmaker
10 types
of sounds
Browse presets by instrument type and use AstroLab’s preset buttons to swiftly transition between styles.
Explore new sounds with ease and discover a wide variety of timbres and sonic styles to fit your performance. From musical tradition to otherworldly sonic rendition - find the sound you’re looking for.
- Pianos
The beauty of hammer on string, meticulously modeled. - Electric pianos
Metallic, funky, soulful, barking, delicate - timeless - Organs
From red-hot to heavenly soft. Pure musical passion. - Bass
Punchy, warm, round, plucked, acidic. It's all there.
- Leads
From synth sheen to poly punch. Solo certified. - Keys
Glistening bells, soft mallets and lo-fi tones. - Pads
Nebulous sonic clouds and string horizons. - Strings
Classic, warm and innovative orchestral timbres.
- Brass
Smooth, soft, horns flutes and funk. - Sequencer
Melodic contours, evolving arps - endless movement. - Playlist
Immediate access to all your saved sounds and setlists.
11 synthesis
engines
A sonic palette made possible with an unparalleled range of in-built sound processing.
AstroLab’s diverse synthesis engines allow for the full gamut of sonic shapes to be expressed - from the harmonic resonance of traditional instruments with Physical Modelling to the generation of truly unheard experimental textures and futuristic effects with Wavetable and Granular.
Synthesis-based processing also gives musicians more flexibility to alter sounds and create dynamic evolutions - from the hammer-hardness of a piano to the warmth of an analog filter.
Virtual Analog
Samples
Wavetable
FM
Granular
Physical modelling
Vector Synthesis
Harmonics
Phase Distortion
Vocoder
Karplus Synthesis
Assignable
FX
Make impactful adjustments when playing live.
AstroLab features a dedicated Delay and Reverb and two insert FX, customisable on AstroLab and Analog Lab. Create unique settings for each preset so that you have all the controls you need when playing live.
Choose the room shape, from jazz club to factory hall, select your favorite delay and choose from 12 insert effects to add denaturing distortion or super wide chorus to any sound.
No need to compromise on advanced in-the-moment modulation.
Go a step further and assign AstroLab’s FX to any instrument parameter when combined with V Collection, Arturia’s reference suite of software instruments.
Choose an evolving CS-80 arp preset in Analog Lab, open the full instrument view, then edit the macros to control any parameter of your choice. Save the preset and send it to AstroLab's library for dynamic custom modulation when playing live.
Insert FX
- MultiFilter
- ParamEq
- Compressor
- Distortion
- Chorus
- Flanger
- Phaser
- StereoPan
- Analog Phaser
- Wah
- Twin Amp
- Rotary Speaker
Delay
- Analog Delay
- Digital Delay
- Tape Delay
Reverb
- Digital reverb
- Small piano room
- Soft room
- Small studio
- Large studio
- Jazz Club
- Small Concert Hall
- Large Concert Hall
- Bright Room
- Bright Space
- Factory Hall
- Small Plate
- Large Plate
- Spring
Multi instrument
mastery
Get creative with multis for a dynamic and one-of-a-kind sound.
Combine your favorite keyboard sound with an oceanic pad, put a synth arp on top of some ethereal strings. AstroLab features a range of multi-instrument presets as well as the ability to create your own, and split them across the keyboard.
On AstroLab
Simply press Part 2, find a sound and discover entirely novel sonic spaces and split play combinations.
Edit in the studio
Drag, drop and edit a multi in Analog Lab and sync it with AstroLab. Great for advanced customisation.
Across two keyboards
Need more room to play with? Plug-in an external MIDI keyboard to control each part separately.
Performance-ready
playlists
All your go-to sounds and performance settings, in one place
AstroLab has a dedicated playlist button so you can access your saved sounds, multi-instruments and custom presets in an instant. Either create and save sounds on AstroLab using the Navigation Wheel, or sync with your DAW and user library via Analog Lab.
Perfect for when you need to go from that red-hot synth lead to some delicate keys with all your mix settings and custom effects ready to go.
Analog Lab Pro
included
The feeling of hardware, the versatility of software.
Use AstroLab as a standalone instrument or integrate with your production workflow using Analog Lab Pro. Sync your sounds, tweak presets, edit effects, manage playlists, expand your library or record a multitrack masterpiece, all mirrored in your DAW.
Learn moreExpand your
library
Looking for some fresh inspiration?
Extend AstroLab’s sonic horizons via the Sound Store. With dozens of compatible sound banks to choose from and new ones updated monthly - elevate your performance with sounds informed by leading genres, groundbreaking artists and unique instruments.
The Sound Store can be accessed remotely using AstroLab Connect, with Analog Lab Pro or simply on arturia.com.
Learn moreConnectivity
you need
Connect AstroLab to your favorite pedals, mics and performance rig. AstroLab’s I/O has you covered so you can set your creativity free.
- 1 sustain, 1 expression and 2 customisable pedal ports enable advanced hands-free modulation
- Two MIDI ports make it easy to add an additional external MIDI input or keyboard
- A dedicated USB port means you can easily save or import a playlist via a USB drive
- With Bluetooth audio input you can jam along to your favorite music
Sound design
expertise
The sounds of AstroLab aren’t just the result of unmatched virtual synthesis and a dedication to recreating the world’s most beloved instruments - they have been carefully created by experts in the field.
Whether it’s ensuring you have all the bread-and-butter sounds you need to deliver authentic renditions on stage, or showcasing the capabilities of truly iconic synths and modern engines - these presets are built for every style and are ready to take your sound beyond.
With a focus on stage-ready sound, our team of sound designers, artists and producers have applied equal measures of passion and precision to bring AstroLab’s library to life.
Designing a
flagship keyboard
AstroLab’s eye-catching design draws you in. Its distinctly modern aesthetic has a minimalist appeal while being strong and ready for anything you have to throw at it. This was our aim, to strip-back the stage keyboard to its fundamentals, offering simple controls and a diverse and deeply evocative sound that puts the player first.
Music stand
Add an attachable music stand so you don’t have to worry about reaching far to read and organise your sheet music.
Wooden legs
Better still, AstroLab’s chassis is fully compatible with our Wooden Legs companion. The Wooden legs offer an elegant and ergonomic solution for any keyboard professional. With a timeless beechwood construction, built for studio and stage - let your sound be known in style.
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Science
behind sound
Proprietary technology allows us to model these iconic instruments on a deeper level for new levels of immersive realism.
TAE® offers unmatched analog emulation down to component-level detail, while Phi’s state-of-the-art physical modeling brings material acoustic resonance into the virtual instrument world like never before. Next-level engineering means next-level sound.
True Analog Emulation
TAE® "True Analog Emulation" is Arturia's exclusive technology that accurately reproduces the defining sonic qualities of analog synthesizers. It recreates the characteristics of analog oscillators in amazing detail, transparency and clarity, as well as the exact properties of the analog filters that give each classic instrument its unique sound. Soft clipping adds even more punch and presence.
Physical Modeling
Not all keyboard legends use circuits and analog components. To reproduce the incredible acoustic and electro-acoustic instruments found within V Collection, Arturia used state-of-the-art physical modeling technology. By analyzing how each instrument creates its own unique sound, our engineers use advanced mathematical algorithms that recreate every aspect of the original.
Main Features
61-note semi-weighted keyboard with piano-size keys and aftertouch
11 sound engines
- Virtual Analog
- Samples
- Wavetable
- FM
- Granular
- Physical modelling
- Vector Synthesis
- Harmonic
- Phase distortion
- Vocoder
- Karplus Synthesis
Over 1600 in-built sounds
- More than 10.000 sounds via Arturia software
Navigation wheel & screen for easy browsing
10 Preset Buttons for quick sound access
4 macro controls for quick editing
- Brightness
- Timbre
- Time
- Movement
12 insert FX
4 dedicated knobs to control FX including dedicated Delay/Reverb
Multis/Keyboard Split
MIDI IN i/o, balanced stereo input, sustain, expression, aux 1 & 2 pedals
USB-C connection and USB-A host
Bluetooth audio input and WiFi for wireless control
Arpeggiator, MIDI Looper, Chord & Scale modes
Platform specifications
Windows
- Win 10+ (64bit)
- 4 GB RAM
- 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost)
- 3GB free hard disk space
- OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
- ARM processors not supported on Windows
Required configuration
- Works in Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS (64-bit DAWs only).
Apple
- Mac OS 11+
- 4 GB RAM
- 4 cores CPU, 3.4 GHz (4.0 GHz Turbo-boost) or M1 CPU
- 3GB free hard disk space
- OpenGL 2.0 compatible GPU
Work with ASC
- An elegant and simple solution to help you install, activate, and update your Arturia software instruments.
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What's in the box
Box content
- Registration card
- USB Cable (C/A)
- User Manual
- Power Supply
Instrument dimensions
- size : 935 x 99 x 330 mm / 36.81 x 12.99 x 3.89 in
- weight : 9.9 kg / 21.83 lb