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title: "MiniLab 3 - Universal MIDI Controller for Music Production, with All-in-One Software Package - 25 Keys, 8 Multi-Color Pads. - White"
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price: "$249.20"
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# 25 velocity-sensitive keys USB-C + 5-pin DIN MIDI out 8 RGB pads + 8 rotary encoders + 4 sliders MiniLab 3 - Universal MIDI Controller for Music Production, with All-in-One Software Package - 25 Keys, 8 Multi-Color Pads. - White

**Brand:** arturia
**Price:** $249.20
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Unlock your sonic universe with MiniLab 3 — where pro power meets portable flow!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MiniLab 3 - Universal MIDI Controller for Music Production, with All-in-One Software Package - 25 Keys, 8 Multi-Color Pads. - White by arturia
- **How much does it cost?** $249.20 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- arturia enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted arturia brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Seamless Creative Flow:** Control your DAW and instruments with ultra-responsive keys, pads, and sliders for a workflow that feels like second nature.
- • **Versatile Connectivity:** Unique 5-pin DIN MIDI out plus USB-C ensures compatibility with vintage synths and modern setups alike.
- • **Pro-Grade Software Bundle:** Includes Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, and more—unlock premium sounds and tools to elevate your productions instantly.
- • **Built to Last & Eco-Friendly:** Crafted with 50% recycled materials and backed by a 5-year warranty, this controller is designed for the long haul.
- • **Performance-Ready Portability:** Lightweight and USB-C powered, take your studio anywhere and start producing in seconds—no bulky gear required.

## Overview

The Arturia MiniLab 3 is a compact, 25-key universal MIDI controller featuring velocity-sensitive keys, 8 RGB backlit pads, 8 rotary encoders, and 4 sliders. It offers seamless integration with major DAWs via USB-C and includes a rare 5-pin DIN MIDI output for hardware synth connectivity. Bundled with premium software like Analog Lab V and Ableton Live Lite, it’s designed for both beginners and pros seeking a portable, performance-ready music production solution with eco-conscious design and a 5-year warranty.

## Description

Buy Arturia - MiniLab 3 - Universal MIDI Controller for Music Production, with All-in-One Software Package - 25 Keys, 8 Multi-Color Pads. - White. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Only controller with 5 pin din midi from major brand at the price. - this review is for the minilab mk3 black edition. The software bundle is excellent but there's a few things you need to know. 1. The model D piano has been replaced by the Native Instruments software bundle. The bundle is very good but awkward to set up. You will have to choose between 3 options of the bundle so think carefully because you can't change your mind. The plugins in all of the bundles are very good. 2. Arturia Analog Lab has been split into two versions - the Lite version which has a handful of plugins that are fully enabled and free versus the Pro version which costs a lot of money. Previously you had demo versions that were not practical. If you want to upgrade to the Pro version login to your account at the Arturia website to get a discount that is quite substantial and a better price than available at the online retailers. 3. It's not obvious how to actually get the free software that's included. The instructions on the box are incomplete. What you have to do is login to the arturia website, register the minilab, then download and install arturia software centre. Then come out of arturia software centre and go back to My Account on the arturia website. Click on My Products and scroll down to the minilab you have just registered. Click on more details and you will see unlocking codes and instructions on how to get the components of the software bundle. Star of the show is Ableton Live Lite. Although it's a restricted version you can do enough with it to have an enjoyable experience without having to cough up megabucks for the unrestricted full version. The hardware is very good too. I bought this because it has a 5 pin din midi out. If you want to control a hardware synth you need the 5 pin din because your usb port is used for power in. Although it's possible to route into a daw on the usb and straight out again to a hardware synth connected to the pc, it's a pain to set up. None of the other major brands have 5 pin din out at this price point. The keys are only slightly weighted. The pads are not as responsive as I'd like but are acceptable. Responsiveness of the pads can be configured in the other software available for download at the website. It has a chord mode but not a scale mode. The arpeggiator is acceptable but other midi controllers have got far superior options for it. Edit :- as soon as I wrote this akai released the mpk mini IV which also has the 5 pin midi and is at a similar price. Edit 2 : there's some confusion around arturia analog lab and what you get if you pay for an upgrade. The new version of arturia analog lab lite is called analog lab play. It has a few dozen presets taken from the arturia V collection. Some of these presets are excellent. Buying the upgrade to the arturia V collection will get you lots of software plugins recreating famous synths. They're some of the best on the market but cost hundreds. Keep an eye open for a 50 % off deal. The arturia website has good prices. But note there is no point in upgrading arturia analog lab play to analog lab pro. The names are confusing. There's nothing added in pro and seems a waste of money. The plugins you want will be in arturia V collection not analog lab pro. Also if you want to use max for live buy it via the ableton website. It's a lot cheaper there than at the m4l home website.
Review: Brilliant little keyboard for the price. - A great little midi keyboard that punches far above it's weight at this price point. It's simple to plug in directly to your computer via USB and hooks straight in to arturia plugins. The extra sliders and knows really speed up the workflow and function great. It's well built, I wouldnt throw it down stairs but I've never been concerned about it stopping working.

## Features

- GO WITH YOUR FLOW: MiniLab 3 is an easy keyboard controller that adapts to your needs, your style and your workflow, so you can make music just the way you like it. It lets you control instruments, mute tracks, punch in your 8 pad drums, and adjust your 4 faders with a flow so fluid you’ll forget you had a mouse. Hook it up, discover fresh sounds, enjoy premium velocity-sensitive keys, and get hands-on with your music like never before!
- PERFORMANCE-READY PORTABILITY: Portable yet robust, MiniLab 3 is light enough for your backpack, it connects seamlessly to your computer, and is ready to unleash your creativity in seconds. Perfect for recording, performing, or jamming with friends no matter where you are! It even features exclusive integration with major DAWs (Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Reason, Bitwig, FL Studio), so you can control your project entirely with MiniLab 3 and get totally immersed in your music production flow.
- ALL THE ESSENTIAL CONTROLS IN A COMPACT CONTROLLER: MiniLab 3 is USB powered with 25 note velocity-sensitive slim keyboard, 2 banks of 8 high quality pads with RGB backlighting, 8 rotary encoders, 4 sliders, Mini display & clickable browsing knob, Built-in Arpeggiator, Hold and Chord modes, 2 touch sensors for pitch bend and modulation wheel, USB-C Port, MIDI Out. Great for beginners, it also fits for pros, and allows you to tweak every aspect of your mix in an instant.
- PRO SOFTWARE SUITE INCLUDED: Create with Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, UVI Model D, NI The Gentleman, Loopcloud, Melodics & Komplete 15 Select – all NKS-compatible for seamless integration with your KeyLab keyboard
- 5-YEAR WARRANTY: MiniLab 3 is a controller that you can count on, with extensive testing, high-quality components, and a smart design that's built to last. Eco-designed with at least 50% recycled material, it comes with a 5-year warranty, so you can get creative safely in the knowledge that it can go the distance.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BGMNKCNT |
| Best Sellers Rank | 335 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 3 in MIDI Controller |
| Colour | White |
| Compatible Devices | Computers (desktop/laptop), tablets and smartphones with USB-C support running Windows or Mac OS |
| Connector | USB-C |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,290) |
| Date First Available | 18 Oct. 2022 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Weight | 1 kg |
| Item model number | MiniLab 3 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Musical Style | Electronic |
| Number of Keyboard Keys | 25 |
| Product Dimensions | 43.18 x 41.91 x 28.19 cm; 1 kg |
| Size | 25-Key |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live Lite, Analog Lab Intro |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arturia
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Model name:** Minilab 3
- **Number of keys:** 25
- **Special feature:** Digital Display, Speed and Pressure Sensitive Pads with RGB Backlit

## Images

![MiniLab 3 - Universal MIDI Controller for Music Production, with All-in-One Software Package - 25 Keys, 8 Multi-Color Pads. - White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61EjCG4omGL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does buying this product 'used' include the software?**
A: YES it's free, you have to download from ARTURIA (also you have to download the software script to control the DAW you are using).

**Q: quiero saber si incluye todas las lleves de los software, quiero adquirir el 76,09 usado muy buen estado pero no se sin incluye las keys ?**
A: Funciona con varios programas, no necesita claves...

**Q: Do you have the black one available?**
A: The Arturia MiniLab 3 is currently only available in white.

**Q: Where are the transport controls?**
A: The last 4 pads. When in DAW mode the pads have different functions.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Only controller with 5 pin din midi from major brand at the price.
*by S***T on 28 September 2025*

this review is for the minilab mk3 black edition. The software bundle is excellent but there's a few things you need to know. 1. The model D piano has been replaced by the Native Instruments software bundle. The bundle is very good but awkward to set up. You will have to choose between 3 options of the bundle so think carefully because you can't change your mind. The plugins in all of the bundles are very good. 2. Arturia Analog Lab has been split into two versions - the Lite version which has a handful of plugins that are fully enabled and free versus the Pro version which costs a lot of money. Previously you had demo versions that were not practical. If you want to upgrade to the Pro version login to your account at the Arturia website to get a discount that is quite substantial and a better price than available at the online retailers. 3. It's not obvious how to actually get the free software that's included. The instructions on the box are incomplete. What you have to do is login to the arturia website, register the minilab, then download and install arturia software centre. Then come out of arturia software centre and go back to My Account on the arturia website. Click on My Products and scroll down to the minilab you have just registered. Click on more details and you will see unlocking codes and instructions on how to get the components of the software bundle. Star of the show is Ableton Live Lite. Although it's a restricted version you can do enough with it to have an enjoyable experience without having to cough up megabucks for the unrestricted full version. The hardware is very good too. I bought this because it has a 5 pin din midi out. If you want to control a hardware synth you need the 5 pin din because your usb port is used for power in. Although it's possible to route into a daw on the usb and straight out again to a hardware synth connected to the pc, it's a pain to set up. None of the other major brands have 5 pin din out at this price point. The keys are only slightly weighted. The pads are not as responsive as I'd like but are acceptable. Responsiveness of the pads can be configured in the other software available for download at the website. It has a chord mode but not a scale mode. The arpeggiator is acceptable but other midi controllers have got far superior options for it. Edit :- as soon as I wrote this akai released the mpk mini IV which also has the 5 pin midi and is at a similar price. Edit 2 : there's some confusion around arturia analog lab and what you get if you pay for an upgrade. The new version of arturia analog lab lite is called analog lab play. It has a few dozen presets taken from the arturia V collection. Some of these presets are excellent. Buying the upgrade to the arturia V collection will get you lots of software plugins recreating famous synths. They're some of the best on the market but cost hundreds. Keep an eye open for a 50 % off deal. The arturia website has good prices. But note there is no point in upgrading arturia analog lab play to analog lab pro. The names are confusing. There's nothing added in pro and seems a waste of money. The plugins you want will be in arturia V collection not analog lab pro. Also if you want to use max for live buy it via the ableton website. It's a lot cheaper there than at the m4l home website.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant little keyboard for the price.
*by T***M on 12 November 2025*

A great little midi keyboard that punches far above it's weight at this price point. It's simple to plug in directly to your computer via USB and hooks straight in to arturia plugins. The extra sliders and knows really speed up the workflow and function great. It's well built, I wouldnt throw it down stairs but I've never been concerned about it stopping working.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great midi keyboard for all people
*by A***. on 13 November 2023*

I'm giving this product 5 stars even though I believe it only deserves a 4 star rating which I will list below: What I like about this product: - the design and build quality is good for the price, the knob controllers don't wobble at all and feel high quality as well as the dials. the sharp notes however have quite significant wobble to them but overall this keyboard is very stylish as well as the mini screen adds a lot of character to the design. - there are endless features and possibilities that you may not find on other similar prices keyboards. - its plug and play for beginners and you cant start mashing away as soon as you plug it in. - you get a discount from Analog lab V if you own this and redeem the product key online on your account. - there are multiple videos on the website on how to use the midi keyboard with different daws The things I don't like: - properly setting up this midi keyboard took me hours to do, it is plug and play but if you want to utilize all the buttons and dials you need to spend a lot of time mapping them and tweaking with settings in the midi control centre and fl studio for me. - I'm using fl studio and i feel like the integration is good but there are keyboards out there with better integration with fl studio. I feel like this product has its main focus on mac users with a secondary interest in windows users. It took me a while of YouTube tutorials and tweaking settings to full be able to use all the features. I would also like to note that the youtube video from Arturia does not go in depth about this and I had to find information from third parties and forums. - some of the controls are a bit too over the top and redundant, for example the main is knob able to scroll through your plugins and open them, additionally, holding shift and and another button with both hands, I feel like its quite redundant and I don't think anyone would use it when you can for example just click on it with your mouse or use the spacebar.

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