I'm buying my first KeyLab and I'm not sure which option is best for me: the old 49 version VS Essential.
I'm using Ableton Launchpad + Ableton Launchpad Control to control Ableton Live. So I presume I wont be using Keylab's DAW command center very much.
I'm mostly interested in Keylab as a keyboard MIDI controller, especially to control Arturia's presets as well as knobs and faders. The less I used my laptop the better for me.
The older Keylab has 10 knobs and Essential was reduced to 9. The more knobs the better for me since I'm using a lot of synthesis.
Also, I'll be controlling a Moog Mother 32 via MIDI - just to play the keyboard, no knobs.
I won't be using the Performance pads to control chords at all. Wish I could use them for arpeggios!
For me, it's also important to be able to browse Arturia's presets and favorite presets easily through the LCD screen.
Design shouldn't be a deciding factor but I like the vintage old Keylab's look a lot more than the new Essential one.
What would you say it's the best option for me? Should I be taking in consideration any other important factors to make up my mind?
Thank you!
