Arturia has announced the release of an upgrade to its popular controller keyboard that changed the sequencing game.
KeyStep Pro Chroma combines new aesthetic elements, including a sleek dark gray exterior, striking blue LEDs and other expressive features that allow users to customize their track colors.
These additions are added to the already-impressive list of features of 2019’s KeyStep Pro, the polyphonic controller that remains a benchmark for creative hardware and software sequencing.
KeyStep Pro Chroma is a special-edition version of the unparalleled 4-track sequencer & keyboard, embellished with a sleek dark gray finish, great-feeling knob caps and customizable track colors. The same all-in-one power, with more edge.
KeyStep Pro Chroma is available to order for 499 USD/EUR.
With the release of KeyStep Pro Chroma comes a significant new firmware update (2.5), delivering useful new features and long-awaited enhancements, free for existing KeyStep Pro users.
- Sending Program Changes: You can now send Program Changes per pattern; Program Change settings can be accessed in Track settings, and KeyStep Pro’s LEDs will change to reflect the Program Change assignments you’ve made.
- Transpose Latch: Configure KeyStep Pro’s Transpose button to toggle Transpose Mode on when pressed, so you can keep your hands free while transposing. This setting can be found in the Utility Misc settings.
- Quick-access track settings: You can now quickly change track-specific settings like MIDI in/out, Fixed Velocity, and Program Change by pressing Shift & Track number. These settings are still accessible via the Utility menu.
- Fixed Velocity: Determine a fixed velocity for pressed keys and triggered notes that can be controlled by the Velocity encoder. This per-track setting can be accessed in Track settings.
The firmware update for KeyStep Pro users is available to download via Arturia’s MIDI Control Center and from the Arturia website.
More information: Arturia
