The Arturia Minilab 3 in Alpine White is a stylish and powerful music - making controller keyboard. It has a stunning white look and offers a great music - creation experience. Control your favorite music software effortlessly. Use the comfortable keys and pads to craft your own tracks with amazing sounds and samples. Key Features: 25 high - quality velocity - sensitive slim keys; 2 banks of 8 velocity & pressure - sensitive RGB - backlit pads; 8 rotary encoders; 4 sliders; 2 capacitive touch sensors for pitch bend and modulation; a mini display with a clickable browsing knob; real - time feedback on controls; a built - in arpeggiator, chord mode, hold function; octave up/down buttons and semitone transpose. It integrates seamlessly with all Arturia software instruments, including Analog Lab. There's 1 DAW preset for easy integration with major DAWs and DAW Transport Control with MCU protocol for others. You can have up to 5 user presets for a personalized touch. Connect via USB - C to computers and iPad, or use the MIDI 5 - pin DIN output for external instruments. It also has a control input for pedals. It's USB - powered and works across various platforms like Standalone, VST, AAX, Audio Unit, NKS (64 - bit DAWs only). Included Software: Analog Lab Intro, Ableton Live Lite, The Gentleman Upright Piano, Model D Grand Piano, 2 - month Loopcloud subscription, Melodics. System Requirements: Win 10+ (64bit), Mac OS 10.13+. Dimensions: 14 x 8.7 x 2 inches (355 x 220 x 50mm). Weight: 1.5 Kg (3.3 lbs).
Using the Arturia Minilab 3 is easy. First, connect it to your computer or iPad via the USB - C cable. If you want to connect external instruments, use the MIDI 5 - pin DIN output. For pedals, connect them to the control input. Once connected, turn on your music software. The Minilab 3 integrates well with Arturia software instruments and major DAWs. You can select sounds, browse presets, and use the smart - assigned controls. To start making music, press the keys and pads. The keys are velocity - sensitive, so the harder you press, the louder the sound. Use the rotary encoders and sliders to adjust different parameters. The capacitive touch sensors are for pitch bend and modulation. When using the arpeggiator, chord mode, or hold function, refer to the user manual for detailed settings. As for note - taking, always keep your hands clean when using the keyboard to avoid dirt and grime. If it gets dirty, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe it gently. Don't use harsh chemicals or abrasive materials. Store it in a dry and cool place when not in use to prevent damage. Make sure to check the software regularly for updates to keep your Minilab 3 working at its best.
