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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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# 16 RGB backlit velocity & pressure-sensitive pads 25 velocity-sensitive slim keys 8 rotary encoders + 4 faders MiniLab 3 - Universal MIDI Controller for Music Production, with All-in-One Software Package - 25 Keys, 8 Multi-Color Pads - White

**Brand:** arturia
**Price:** 166863CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Your portable studio’s secret weapon — create, control, and captivate anywhere!

## 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?** 166863CFA 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 Workflow:** Mini display and clickable browsing knob streamline preset navigation and mode switching on the fly.
- • **Total Control Hub:** 8 rotary encoders, 4 faders, and 2 touch strips put every sound tweak at your fingertips.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** 25 slim keys with synth action deliver premium playability without hogging your desk space.
- • **Plug & Play Creativity:** Includes Ableton Live Lite, Analog Lab Intro, and UVI Model D software to jumpstart your music production journey.
- • **Vibrant Pad Performance:** Two banks of 8 RGB backlit pads offer dynamic velocity and pressure sensitivity for expressive beats.

## Overview

The Arturia MiniLab 3 is a sleek, portable 25-key MIDI controller designed for professional music producers and creators on the go. Featuring velocity-sensitive slim keys, 16 RGB backlit pads, 8 rotary encoders, 4 faders, and dual touch strips for pitch bend and modulation, it offers comprehensive hands-on control. Its built-in arpeggiator, mini display, and bundled software suite (Ableton Live Lite, Analog Lab Intro, UVI Model D) make it a versatile all-in-one solution for seamless music production across PC and Mac platforms.

## Description

Product description Universal music-making controller Find your own flow and enjoy making music with a plug-and-play MIDI keyboard that does it all. MiniLab 3 gives you easy controls, great-feeling keys, and a fully-integrated all-in-one software package that’s ready to get creative right out the box! Great for beginners, fit for pros Easy to use Every sound you need included Go with your flow You need plug-and-play simplicity, pro software, and quality sounds. You need to tweak every aspect of your mix in an instant to make your music shine. Don't sweat it—MiniLab 3 has you covered. No music theory or production skills needed to enjoy MiniLab 3. Control your DAW, explore new sounds, and get pro-level tracks and mixes with ease. MiniLab 3 is pre-mapped for most DAWs, giving you tactile control and a full production suite of software including Analog Lab V, Ableton Live Lite, NI Komplete Select, and more. Compose melodies, play huge chords with one key, and create custom synth sounds in seconds. MiniLab 3 helps you follow your curiosity and find your sound. 25 Velocity-sensitive Slim-keys Highly playable, compact format keyboard 25 Velocity-sensitive Slim-keys Highly playable, compact format keyboard Mini Display & Browser Control Explore presets and settings with the clickable Browser knob, and enjoy instant visual feedback and deeper integration with Analog Lab & your DAW Mini Display & Browser Control Explore presets and settings with the clickable Browser knob, and enjoy instant visual feedback and deeper integration with Analog Lab & your DAW Arpeggiator Turn any selection of notes into a moving melody that locks in with your project tempo Arpeggiator Turn any selection of notes into a moving melody that locks in with your project tempo RGB Velocity & Pressure-Sensitive Pads x8 ultra-responsive velocity and pressure-sensitive RBG pads for finger drumming, performing, or transport control RGB Velocity & Pressure-Sensitive Pads x8 ultra-responsive velocity and pressure-sensitive RBG pads for finger drumming, performing, or transport control Multi-Function Encoders and Faders Pre-assigned or customizable for tweaking your sounds and your DAW project Multi-Function Encoders and Faders Pre-assigned or customizable for tweaking your sounds and your DAW project Expressive Zone Accurate touch-sensitive strips for expressive performance. Toggle Hold mode to hold notes in place, or Chord mode to create rich chords with a single key Expressive Zone Accurate touch-sensitive strips for expressive performance. Toggle Hold mode to hold notes in place, or Chord mode to create rich chords with a single key MiniLab 3 Video Made with minimum 50% recycled plastic!* MiniLab 3 represents a new benchmark in instrument design and lifespan, built to last longer, produce less waste, and reduce our carbon footprint for good.

Review: Great value keyboard controller! Easy to play, great bundled software, cool built-in features. - I've had this keyboard controller for almost 2 years now and I absolutely LOVE it! If I could give it 10 stars I would! It has plenty of controls, including faders, dials, a nice LED screen to show mode or even what preset you have running in your DAW (Arturia provides Analog Lab V Intro VST 3 instrument plugin with tons of presets), it has a few modes for running arps, holding a chord, etc. There are two touch strips, one for mod and one for pitch bend and they are both responsive. The keyboard itself is easy to play, and the keys are responsive to pressure but not hard to press down. The pads I am not too happy with as those feel stiff because they don't go down very far and you don't really know if you're pressing hard enough or not. But they are quite responsive. Arturia also has a MIDI controller utility to let you adjust these things to your liking. Arturia also provides Ableton Live Lite but I prefer to use this with Mixcraft 10 Pro studio. It works out pretty well. Another cool thing is when it goes into sleep mode the pads cycle in a rainbow of colors for a little lighting effect. But they don't cycle or flash or do anything fancy while you play. Overall, this is a great keyboard controller. It's small so you can take it anywhere. And it has all the basic features and an on-board arpeggio generator system which is pretty decent. You can also hold a chord during an arp for some really cool arps. I use this thing all the time. It's sturdy and holds up well to a lot of playing. Very high quality controller. I highly recommend this if you don't have a lot of room in your studio or if you are on the go and want something to bring along with your laptop to make music with.
Review: It's really 4/5 stars but hey gotta balance out the haters. - This was my first midi controller and I love it. To be fair I only own Arturia midi controllers, but that's a testament to the fact that I've been happy with their products. I ended up getting a KeyLab61 after the MiniLab3. As far as playing goes, 25 keys is not really enough. But it's definitely better than nothing! And to any newbies like I was, you don't need a midi controller at all since you can use your computer keyboard in Ableton Live (and probably other DAWs too). A midi controller makes it easier to explore the range of sounds that various synths and digital instruments can make. At one point after I got this and before I got the KeyLab I ordered a Launchkey 37 (standard). It was kinda bulky and I figured I'd save my money for a better second controller. But I think the Novation controllers are good too - it's just that I was already hooked on Arturia. I would possibly suggest getting a 37 key controller for your first controller as I used to kind of wish I'd done that. But the compact nature and portability of the MiniLab3 is definitely valuable and has its merits. I like the design and construction of Arturia products. Obviously the key bed on the KeyLab is better, but for $110 the MiniLab is a great starting place. I think the MiniLab3 came with Analog Lab Intro (or was it Lite?) and the KeyLab61 comes with Analog Lab Pro. I love Arturia plugins. I definitely love them better than Native Instruments plugins. I think they work / feel better on Mac. Since getting the MiniLab3 I have gotten: a KeyLab61, V Collection 11, FX Collection 5, and Pigments. Once you get in with a product from one of these companies they keep offering deals on other software. It's a great idea from a business standpoint for them, and it's a great idea for the user if they like the products. They teased me with analog lab intro/lite and got me hooked and now I'm an Arturia goon. Eventually I'll get the AstroLab88. The new AstroLab37 is soooo enticing.

## 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!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BGMNKCNT |
| Additional Features | 2 banks of 8 velocity and pressure sensitive pads with RGB backlighting, 2 capacitive touch sensors for pitch bend and modulation wheel, 8 rotary encoders, Built-In Arpeggiator, Mini display and clickable browsing knob |
| Best Sellers Rank | #465 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers |
| Brand | Arturia |
| Brand Name | Arturia |
| Color | White |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | keyboard, pads, rotary encoders, sliders, display, arpeggiator, pitch bend and modulation wheel, MIDI out |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,268 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 5 Years |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03760033531694 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac |
| Human Interface Input | Keyboard |
| Included Components | Software Suite |
| Instrument | Keyboard |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.6"D x 14"W x 2.1"H |
| Item Type Name | MIDI Controller |
| Item Weight | 3.09 Pounds |
| Keyboard Description | 25 Slim Keys, Synth Action with Velocity |
| Manufacturer | Arturia |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 231501 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | MiniLab 3 |
| Model Number | MiniLab 3 |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Keys | 25 |
| Platform | Mac, Windows 10 |
| Product Dimensions | 8.6"D x 14"W x 2.1"H |
| Product Style | MiniLab 3 Only |
| Size | 25-Key |
| Special Feature | 2 banks of 8 velocity and pressure sensitive pads with RGB backlighting, 2 capacitive touch sensors for pitch bend and modulation wheel, 8 rotary encoders, Built-In Arpeggiator, Mini display and clickable browsing knob Special Feature 2 banks of 8 velocity and pressure sensitive pads with RGB backlighting, 2 capacitive touch sensors for pitch bend and modulation wheel, 8 rotary encoders, Built-In Arpeggiator, Mini display and clickable browsing knob See more |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live Lite, Analog Lab Intro, UVI Model D |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 5 year limited warranty. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Arturia
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Model Name:** MiniLab 3
- **Number of Keys:** 25

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## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value keyboard controller! Easy to play, great bundled software, cool built-in features.
*by T***. on March 13, 2026*

I've had this keyboard controller for almost 2 years now and I absolutely LOVE it! If I could give it 10 stars I would! It has plenty of controls, including faders, dials, a nice LED screen to show mode or even what preset you have running in your DAW (Arturia provides Analog Lab V Intro VST 3 instrument plugin with tons of presets), it has a few modes for running arps, holding a chord, etc. There are two touch strips, one for mod and one for pitch bend and they are both responsive. The keyboard itself is easy to play, and the keys are responsive to pressure but not hard to press down. The pads I am not too happy with as those feel stiff because they don't go down very far and you don't really know if you're pressing hard enough or not. But they are quite responsive. Arturia also has a MIDI controller utility to let you adjust these things to your liking. Arturia also provides Ableton Live Lite but I prefer to use this with Mixcraft 10 Pro studio. It works out pretty well. Another cool thing is when it goes into sleep mode the pads cycle in a rainbow of colors for a little lighting effect. But they don't cycle or flash or do anything fancy while you play. Overall, this is a great keyboard controller. It's small so you can take it anywhere. And it has all the basic features and an on-board arpeggio generator system which is pretty decent. You can also hold a chord during an arp for some really cool arps. I use this thing all the time. It's sturdy and holds up well to a lot of playing. Very high quality controller. I highly recommend this if you don't have a lot of room in your studio or if you are on the go and want something to bring along with your laptop to make music with.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's really 4/5 stars but hey gotta balance out the haters.
*by A***1 on December 6, 2025*

This was my first midi controller and I love it. To be fair I only own Arturia midi controllers, but that's a testament to the fact that I've been happy with their products. I ended up getting a KeyLab61 after the MiniLab3. As far as playing goes, 25 keys is not really enough. But it's definitely better than nothing! And to any newbies like I was, you don't need a midi controller at all since you can use your computer keyboard in Ableton Live (and probably other DAWs too). A midi controller makes it easier to explore the range of sounds that various synths and digital instruments can make. At one point after I got this and before I got the KeyLab I ordered a Launchkey 37 (standard). It was kinda bulky and I figured I'd save my money for a better second controller. But I think the Novation controllers are good too - it's just that I was already hooked on Arturia. I would possibly suggest getting a 37 key controller for your first controller as I used to kind of wish I'd done that. But the compact nature and portability of the MiniLab3 is definitely valuable and has its merits. I like the design and construction of Arturia products. Obviously the key bed on the KeyLab is better, but for $110 the MiniLab is a great starting place. I think the MiniLab3 came with Analog Lab Intro (or was it Lite?) and the KeyLab61 comes with Analog Lab Pro. I love Arturia plugins. I definitely love them better than Native Instruments plugins. I think they work / feel better on Mac. Since getting the MiniLab3 I have gotten: a KeyLab61, V Collection 11, FX Collection 5, and Pigments. Once you get in with a product from one of these companies they keep offering deals on other software. It's a great idea from a business standpoint for them, and it's a great idea for the user if they like the products. They teased me with analog lab intro/lite and got me hooked and now I'm an Arturia goon. Eventually I'll get the AstroLab88. The new AstroLab37 is soooo enticing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works as intended.
*by N***O on February 19, 2026*

Better than expected. The keys have a sort of weight to them that makes it feel similar to a much higher priced keyboard. Using it with FLStudio was easy to setup and get going. The buttons all worked as well. Its really good quality considering the cheaper price. And being on the smaller size, you dont need to take up your whole desk with it being smaller. I liked the color I choose, the black and orange.... pretty sick combo visually.

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