A 25-key MIDI controller in white that earns its spot on a small desk
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- first controller for a bedroom setup, producers working on a laptop in small spaces, and anyone whose desk has room for 25 keys and not 49
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- Slim 25 keys are fine for chords and melodies but cramped for real two-hand piano parts
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The MiniLab 3 is a USB-powered 25-key MIDI controller with velocity-sensitive slim keys, 8 RGB pads, 8 rotary encoders, 4 faders, and a small OLED screen so you can see what a knob is mapped to without looking at the laptop. It runs off the USB cable alone, with no power brick. It ships bundled with Analog Lab Intro and a set of software instruments, which means it is playable the evening it arrives instead of needing a separate plugin purchase. The white finish is the reason it photographs the way it does on a desk. Best fit: first controller for a bedroom setup, producers working on a laptop in small spaces, and anyone whose desk has room for 25 keys and not 49.
Pros
- USB powered with no separate adapter, so one cable runs it
- OLED screen shows encoder assignments instead of guessing at a knob
- Ships with Analog Lab Intro and instruments, playable on arrival
- White finish and small footprint suit a desk that is also a workspace
Cons
- Slim 25 keys are fine for chords and melodies but cramped for real two-hand piano parts
Frequently asked questions
Does it need a separate power supply?
No. It runs entirely off the USB connection to your computer.
Does it come with software?
Yes, it bundles Analog Lab Intro along with additional instrument and DAW offers, so you can make sound immediately.
Will it work with Ableton, FL Studio, and Logic?
Yes. It is a class-compliant USB MIDI controller with scripts and mappings for the major DAWs.
Are 25 keys enough?
They are enough for melodies, basslines, and chord parts, which is most production work. For two-handed piano performance you will want 49 keys or more.
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