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Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2

Arturia / $229

Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 by Arturia. A 37-key slimkey controller and standalone sequencer with an OLED screen, four encoders, generative tools, and CV/Gate.

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Arturia rebuilt the KeyStep 37 around a screen and four encoders, making it the most capable compact controller-sequencer at this price.

Am besten für Hybrid producers who want one small board to drive modular, hardware, and a DAW.

Pros

  • OLED screen plus four encoders make deep editing visible and fast
  • Polyphonic 64-step sequencer, 16-mode arpeggiator, chord and scale modes
  • Four assignable CV/Gate outputs plus full MIDI DIN, USB-C, and sync
  • Generative Mutate, Spice, and Dice tools create variations one-handed

Cons

  • Slimkey bed favors sequencing over expressive keyboard playing
  • Costs a little more than the outgoing mk1 and the 32-key model

Field notes

Überblick

Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 is developed by Arturia. It is a 37-key slimkey controller and standalone step sequencer, rebuilt around a high-contrast OLED screen, four mode-aware encoders, and a strip of LED key guides.

It is best for hybrid producers who want one small board to drive modular, hardware, and a DAW. The polyphonic 64-step sequencer, 16-mode arpeggiator, chord and scale modes, and generative Mutate, Spice, and Dice tools live on the unit, and four assignable CV/Gate outputs sit alongside full MIDI DIN and USB-C.

Honest limitations matter. The slimkey bed favors sequencing over expressive piano playing, and it costs a little more than the outgoing mk1. Verify current price, bundled software, and system requirements on the official product page before buying. See the full KeyStep 37 mk2 review for the scored breakdown.

Technical matrix

Spezifikationen

Keys
37 slimkey, velocity and aftertouch
Sequencer
Polyphonic, up to 64 steps, 8 voices, up to 64 sequences
Arpeggiator
16 modes
Display
OLED with four mode-aware encoders
CV/Gate
Four assignable outputs
MIDI
Full five-pin DIN In and Out, USB-C
Included
Analog Lab Intro, DAW starter license

Zuletzt geprüft 2026-09-01

Quick reference

FAQ

How much does the Arturia KeyStep 37 mk2 cost?

Arturia lists it at $229, and retailers commonly sell it closer to $199. It includes Analog Lab Intro and a DAW starter license.

What is the KeyStep 37 mk2 best for?

Hybrid producers who want one small controller to drive modular, hardware synths, and a DAW from a single standalone sequencer.

Can the KeyStep 37 mk2 sequence hardware without a computer?

Yes. The onboard sequencer, four CV/Gate outputs, five-pin MIDI, and 3.5mm sync run standalone with no computer connected.

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