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The Minilab 3 Hybrid Keyboard Controller from Arturia is a portable MIDI keyboard and pad controller designed to ignite your musical inspiration. Its compact, lightweight body fits anywhere while the seamless integration with popular DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro and FL Studio provides an intuitive workflow. The Minilab 3 features 25 velocity-sensitive keys, 16 RGB backlit pads and assignable knobs and faders that can be customized to control parameters within your DAW.

Built-in Arpeggiator and Chord Mode Expand Your Creative Palette

The Minilab 3's built-in arpeggiator and chord mode allow you to create complex rhythmic and harmonic sequences with the press of a key. Easily transpose your creations up or down to find the perfect pitch. These powerful yet easy-to-use features will spur your creativity and help you discover new musical possibilities.

Control Your Software With Assignable Pads, Knobs and Faders

The Minilab 3 provides 16 velocity-sensitive RGB backlit pads, eight assignable knobs and nine faders that can be mapped to control parameters within your DAW. Trigger samples and clips, or add expression to your performances. Tweak synth parameters, adjust volume levels and more. The possibilities are endless.

Premium Music Production Software Included

In addition to a robust MIDI controller, the Minilab 3 includes Analog Lab Lite with over 500 curated synth and keyboard sounds as well as Ableton Live Lite—an industry-standard DAW. This premium software bundle provides all the tools you need to start producing music right out of the box.

Sustainable, Road-Ready Design

The Minilab 3's rugged design ensures reliable performance for years to come. Constructed from at least 50 precent recycled plastics and packaged in 100 percent recycled materials, the Minilab 3 is an environmentally-friendly choice. Its compact, lightweight body travels easily so you can create anywhere inspiration strikes.

Arturia MiniLab 3 Hybrid Keyboard Controller Black
Arturia MiniLab 3 Hybrid Keyboard Controller Black
Arturia MiniLab 3 Hybrid Keyboard Controller Black

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  • Mini display and clickable browsing knob, with real-time feedback on tweaks and controls
  • Custom-written DAW scripts for intuitive integration with major DAWs
  • Octave up and down buttons for full range, and press Transpose for semitone transposition
  • Two capacitive touch sensors for pitch bend and modulation wheel
  • Control input for pedal: sustain, expression or footswitch
  • USB-C MIDI connects to computers and MIDI Control Center
  • MIDI 5-pin DIN output for connection to external instruments, gear
  • Seamless integration with all Arturia software instruments, including Analog Lab: select sounds, browse presets, switch parts, smart-assigned controls

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General
  • Keys: 25
Tactile Controls
  • 2 banks of 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive pads with RGB backlighting
  • 8 rotary encoders
  • 4 sliders
Inputs and Outputs
  • Control pedal input
  • USB-C MIDI
  • MIDI 5-pin DIN output
Other
  • DAW and user presets: 8
  • Power: USB
  • Weight: 3.3 lb.
  • Dimensions: 14"x8.7"x2"

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4.67

15 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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The Mini Lab 3 is Awesome!
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  1. Practicing6
  2. Back-Up2
  3. Concerts1
  4. Recording1
  5. Producing1
Cons
  1. Difficult To Use2
  2. Faders feels soft1
  3. Pads not great1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced9
  2. Novice5
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Good Quality15
  2. Easy To Use10
  3. Functional10
  4. Improves Sound5
  5. Fun1

Reviewed by 15 customers

  • Love this product

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byBrandon

    fromDaytona beach Fl

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Everything's great, just make sure you have alot of space. Does not work with reaper in my experience and trouble in fl studios #sweepstakes

  • Good purchase

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byMatt

    fromAppleton, WI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    We only need keys from time to time. This rig allows us to conserve space in the stage, get the sound we are looking for and add to the song with ease.

  • A Lot To This

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byMike

    fromIndianapolis Area

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Production quality's good, but I'm still learning how to integrate this with my DAW.

  • I really enjoy using it!

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byPablo

    fromOrlando, FL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I was looking for a small set up, to create music while being on the road, and I'm very happy with this Keyboard.

  • Arturia Nails It

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byLittle

    fromScarborough, Maine

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Excellent, exactly what I needed.

  • Amazing! Faders work and keys feel solid.

    5

    submitted10 months ago

    byGio

    fromTexas

    I was having problems with my control surface by Akai So I decided to try a controller with built in faders. The faders worked perfectly, and I can use it along with my Komplete keyboard.

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  • submitted3 months ago

    asked byRobin

    fromFt. Lauderdale, FL

    What size case is appropriate? What are the dimensions please.

    What size case is appropriate? What are the dimensions please.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Height: 1.96" Width: 13.97" Depth: 8.66" Weight: 3.3 lbs

  • submitted4 months ago

    asked byC

    fromCO

    Does this need to be plugged in to work or is it a standalone keyboard

    Does this need to be plugged in to work or is it a standalone keyboard

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Arturia MiniLab 3 is not a standalone keyboard; it needs to be plugged into a computer via USB to function as it is a MIDI controller that relies on a computer to process the MIDI data it sends from its keys and controls

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byMegan

    fromLouisville, Ky

    I saw that this has velocity sensing on the pads, but does it have weighted keys?

    I saw that this has velocity sensing on the pads, but does it have weighted keys?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn’t have weighted keys.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byCarol

    fromGranada hills, ca

    Does this include these softwares? Analog lab intro, ablation live lite, Melodie's, model d?

    Does this include these softwares? Analog lab intro, ablation live lite, Melodie's, model d?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn’t this software.