At long last, Arturia has announced that the Origin Keyboard ($3,499 MSRP) will officially ship in March, 2010.

The Origin Keyboard is a version of the Origin that's been revamped for the keyboard player. It features an easy-to-play interface with modules from the Moog Modular, ARP 2600, CS-80, Jupiter-8, Minimoog, and Prophet VS. The keyboard integrates ribbon control, Aftertouch, and customizable playing modes.

This much-anticipated release will include the following:

• More than 600 presets
• Origin template synths: Minimoog, Jupiter-8, CS-80, ARP 2600
• Up to 32 voices of polyphony for a typical patch
• Connectivity: 2 audio inputs, 10 audio outputs, S/PDIF output, USB 2.0 port
• Effects: Phaser, Chorus, Delay, Tube Distortion, Parametric EQ, Rotary
• 16 / 32 step sequencer
• Software editor (Mac/PC)
• Macro, advanced LFO, advanced modulation modes, Advanced joystick modes
• MIDI In, Out, Thru, and USB 2
• 40 cm ribbon controller
• Semiweighted 61-key keyboard with Velocity response and channel Aftertouch
• Duophonic Aftertouch
• Modulation and pitch-bend wheels, 3-mode Joystick, 21 potentiometers, 33 rotary encoders, 81 switches

Its ergonomic design features a self-adjustable front panel that can be adjusted from 0° to 135°, and its 5.2-inch TFT screen provides clear visual feedback. For more on the Origin Keyboard, visit arturia.com.