Arturia Keystep

Good as a basic keyboard, unintuitive when using arp/seq with synths.

I cannot get the arpeggiator working with my moog mother 32, and the sequencer is just unintuitive. The build quality is fine, and I like the touchpad mod wheels. Keys feel good, and aftertouch is very nice, but I have noticed some key presses can get stuck on software synths.

Keystep

Great construction, easy to connect and perfect to work with midi. Who Locking for the best option to control the midi inside the daw that probably would be the best option.

Awesome controller

Great keyboard controller and sequencer especially for modular gear!

Pros

- Great build quality for what it is.

- Super easy to use sequencer and arpegiator features.

- Love the touch mod and pitch controls.

Cons

- Lacks a couple of assignable knobs. Modulation control doesn't work for everything.

simple midi keyboard with lots of features.

I wanted a simple and versatile midi keyboard that can be used with software and hardware synths. This is perfect for the job, it has many connectivity options (MIDI,USB,CV,Clock) and a nice sequencer. Very intuitive to use.

build quality is good, does not feel cheap at all.

The only thing I am missing is multi track sequencing. for that you will need to go to the pro version.

Handiest Little Controller this side of the Pecos

I got this little guy to go with my laptop DAW for travel. It is so handy, I also use it in my home studio. Remarkably robust options for sequencing and other MIDI control functions. Most curious is how playable it is. The 32 mini keys are wider than you usually see on mini-keyboards, so you can actually do some two-handed playing on it. It's a bit hefty for travel, but then it stays put when you're playing it. All for the cost of a decent guitar pedal.

Love my first Arturia

This is my first Arturia controller. I've purchased the Keystep to control my Digitone, Digitakt and other Synths connected to them.

I love the feeling of the keys; much better than some other controllers out there on the market. Also, the arpeggiator is very useful.

This is an excellent controller for both recording and performing.

high quality feel

this midi controller does what is claims, overall good build and functionality, however mind that the keys are a little heavy

Perfect for modular synths

I bought the keystep because of its cv outputs and could not be happier with how it works with my modular gear. The only thing not so great about the keystep is the quality of the keys, but for the price it's still worth the price tag!

All i wished for!

I really like the Aturia Keystep, because it is small enough to fit on my desk and has enough keys to be able to play over multiple octaves. For me it is the best mixture of size and features. The keys feel very good (but i do not really have a comparison, as it is my first master keyboard).

The Arpeggiator, Chord Play Mode and Sequencer are nice to have, but so far i have no used them too much. Never the less i would definitely recommend this controller to everybody searching for a light weight but high quality device.

Best midi controller and more

I am not a fan of the sequencer on keystep but it is just nice to know your perfect midi keyboard can also do those tricks if needed. I like how easy it is to navigate customisation through software and how easily it pairs with any environment. The build and design is absolutely stunning. It makes you want to create when you see it on your table. This is something very important considering the hideous looking midi keyboard market right now. I like the pitch and mod ribbons instead of wheels so you can achieve jumping effect. Also it is just fantastic that midi out pairs as midi thru.