Arturia KeyStep 37 Review // 6 tips and generative ideas // Full tutorial

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► Intellijel Palette case
► Brenso Complex Oscillator by Frap Tools
► Sample Drum by Erica Synths
► DOT by DNIPro
► Desmodus Versio by Noise Engineering
► 1uO_C by Plum Audio
► Synthesia is used to visualize the notes

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TIMELINE:
0:00 Intro
1:00 Overview
3:00 Scales
4:10 MCC
4:20 Connectivity
5:10 CV setup
6:10 Arpeggiator
7:45 Pattern arp
8:55 Arp octaves
9:40 Sequencer
10:30 Overdub
11:00 Pattern length
11:50 Ext metronome
13:05 Kbd Play
14:25 Chords
16:35 Strum
18:15 IDEAS & TIPS
18:25 Drum sequencing
20:35 Generative ideas
22:10 Gate & strum
23:45 Audition melodies
24:25 Rhythmic sync
25:50 Pattern length fills
26:15 Pros & cons
28:50 Outro jam

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[SanderAnderon]

Loopop, bit of a downer comment -- but would love to hear you and fellow reviewers address how much a godsend the KeyStep/other generative tools are for those of us older folks w/progressive arthritis. I bought the 37 after watching this vid solely based on its ability to help inspire me to keep making/recording music even when I can't really play anymore, even if eventually I'm only able to press one key at a time! Still a few years from that for me, but worrisome all the same. But generative stuff is what's keeping my HEAD into making music and will for years to come, this new 37 my first step into generative (btw I love that you cover gen. tools a lot in your vids, thank you!)

[TheJimLang]

For every piece of kit I have that you have reviewed, your review becomes the quick start, the manual, and the "I'm stuck" resource. So happy to be a Patreon supporter. All y'all should do it!

[therealfaintinggoat]

Whenever a new piece of gear comes out that I like I think, "Let's see what loopop has to say about it..." Thank you for your service! I would never have enough time to figure out this stuff on my own and you make everything so easy.

[traktorfaktor]

I have to tell you how grateful I am for all your hard work! IMHO, you reign supreme when it comes to what it is that you do. I hope you will keep the fire burning for a long time!

[myle]

Following your entire video an making every move you do on my newly bought Keystep 37. Works like a charm! Thank you.

[tylerevans]

That Chord function absolutely stomps, especially with that strum and being able to to put up to 16 notes in a chord. I'm sold on that alone cause my reg keystep is great and all, but wow I love the possibility for inspiration and creativity that one brings. Also that outro jam had my jaw dropped...

[spartahill]

I'm just discovering the KeyStep 37. While waiting for my device's delivery today (by 9pm, as per Amazon), I wanted to check out a few videos. There's a wealth of available content, but this is a surprisingly thorough review that covers everything one needs to get up and running. I've bookmarked this video to reference it frequently as I hone my skills using the device. Thanks, and a big like and subscribe (even if it's 2yrs later).

[sajp]

After watching Loopop carefully guide us through his tutorial, I’ve decided to dedicate on old iPad to storing this on it and using it as a ‘Loopop Field Guide’ for this and several other tutorials he’s made. Brilliantly done and an absolute necessity for my feeble mindedness these days 😊

[spare]

Agh, months after I buy a keystep, this comes out, with the 3 octaves I was wishing for. Drat.

[NevilleHayfield]

U The Man Bro. Just got myself a keystep 37. And your video has saved me the agro of skimming through YouTube. And be stuck down the YouTube wormhole for day's 🤯
Your video told/showed me everything I needed to know. Love it 😬👏👍💪👊🤔👊🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[christianbachmann]

With all different vids around - on this topic - I appreciate from the bottom of my heart you doing these videos. It’s not only helpful, but utmost inspiring. Thank you so much for doing what you do!! (And please repeat)

[krazywabbit]

Once again, you deliver. Searching for a good tutorial as everyone else just did a sloppy job. Thank you.

[CDBlackmage]

Been following your channel (and supporting your Patreon) for several months now, and I love your reviews; they're some of the most unbiased and in-depth reviews of gear I've come across. I'm a bit of a fanboy when it comes to Arturia's gear (the aesthetics and sounds of what they make call out to me for whatever reason), and to have these reviews to keep me grounded (or excited) about gear, Arturia or otherwise, is so helpful. I'll be looking to get this eventually, but after the review, I don't feel a dire need after getting the original 32-key KeyStep several months ago; the new features are good, but I think I'll still be plenty fine with what I have while my wallet recovers more from the pandemic.

Seriously, as one starting out with synths, thank you for all that you do. Keep it up!

[BoxOfSnoo]

This. Video. Is. Amazing. I had lots of questions about this thing, and I think you answered every single one!

[syrupcore]

Interesting bit from the manual: if you want to generate a new pattern in the arp:pattern mode, you can also use SHIFT+OCT to trigger a change. Seems like doing that quickly (up and then down) would be a good way to keep your original notes in place.

[alper]

After months of pulling my hair off for deciding which midi keyboard to get. Because of you I decided getting Keystep 37. This thing have everything I need. Can create new ideas very fast. Thank you.

[CaidicusProductions]

Man, your videos are just so good. It's like watching another episode of my favourite show.

[thethirdman]

Your reviews are phenomenal. I'm not a keyboard player but I'm seriously interested in music creation and want to learn how to use a synthesizer to transpose my ideas into something I can actually play and edit. Thanks so much.

[Midi-olo-gist]

Awesome review. But then again all of your teach reviews has helped me considerably. Thanks loopop for all your help. You're a wealth of information and knowledge. Stay blessed.

[neguchi]

3:45 - You can lift the Shift here and free your left hand while holding the C down!

Awesome video! Thank you!