Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 (1st Gen, White) – USB MIDI Controller
 
49 full-size keys, 8 pads, 9 faders/9 knobs, transport & DAW control—plug in and produce
Hands-on control for Ableton, Logic, FL Studio and more. From the control layout (8 pads on the left, center LCD with jog, 9 encoders + 9 faders on the right), we believe this unit is the first-generation KeyLab Essential 49. Bus-powered over USB for a clean, portable setup.
 
Condition:
Very Good. Clean cosmetics with no major damage or imperfections. Fully tested—keys, pads, encoders, faders, wheels, transport, and display respond properly.
 
Includes:
USB cable only. (No box, pedal, or bundled software/licenses.)
 
Features:
49 velocity-sensitive, synth-action keys
8 performance pads, 9 rotary encoders, 9 faders
Transport/command buttons, pitch & mod wheels
LCD screen with a clickable data encoder
USB-MIDI (bus-powered) plus MIDI Out; optional 9V DC for standalone MIDI use
Ready-made DAW mappings (MCU/HUI)
 
FAQs:
Q: Is this the MK3?
A: No—based on the control layout and finish, this is the original KeyLab Essential 49.
Q: Do I need drivers?
A: It’s class-compliant over USB on Mac/Windows—just plug in.
Q: Are software licenses included?
A: No. This is a hardware-only sale; any license transfers would be handled directly with Arturia by the buyer.
Q: iPad/iPhone compatibility?
A: Works as a class-compliant USB-MIDI device; an Apple USB-C cable or Camera Adapter plus a powered hub may be required depending on power draw.