Should You Buy A Minilab 3 In 2024?

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Arturia Minilab 3 is one of my favorite MIDI controllers for the music production process in Ableton Live. After 2 years with the controller, let's take a second look.
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00:00 Back On The Minilab!
00:52 Ableton Live Workflow
01:25 Updated Feature
02:00 Track Controls
02:22 Arturia Plug-in Library
02:54 Sounds You Need To Hear
03:41 Analog Lab Workflow
05:14 The Best Recording Workflow
07:30 I NEED THIS BUTTON
08:00 How I Release My Music
09:22 Criticism 1 - Bad Pads
11:05 Criticism 2 - Bad For Performance
13:40 Criticism 3 - Chord Mode
15:45 Why I WONT Use The Minilab
16:55 Arturia Are You Listening??
17:05 The Most Important Part
17:41 Thank You
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@Taetro 17 дней назад

✨USING THE MINILAB WITH A COOL SYNTH HERE: ru-vid.comPXuok63CVNM?feature=share

@SiriM-gn9tc 16 дней назад

Two and a half years ago I purchased my first and only mini midi controller without doing any research at all. 😂 It led me to discover what is Ableton live and it was the reason I found your channel Taetro! That was the best purchase in my life! 😄

@Taetro 16 дней назад

amazing!!! :)

@andreantunes5251 6 дней назад

Exactly the same experience as me.

@pekkagronfors7304 5 дней назад

Back in 2016 I bought my Arturia MiniLab Black Edition and I still get updates for the bundled Analog Lab Pro software with 2000+ instruments. Great!

@bobbylimesmusic 16 дней назад

1. hair is looking Fresh 2. Perfect timing for the next MIDI controller trend

@LukeParodiMusic 15 дней назад

Just ordered one today and I'm excited to get started! Thanks for the video!

@mirkwoodFaerie 16 дней назад

Thanks for the demo! It's helpful to see how someone more experienced uses the controller, lots of good tricks in there!

@tiffanyanthony 16 дней назад

For travel, it is my #1 controller. I bought it when it first came out, and love it. I have issues with the controls in FLStudio, but in my home studio, I use the FLKey 37. Minilab 3 is in my backpack whenever I go mobile. It’s nice & light. 👍

@emefef 16 дней назад

Thanks to one of your older videos, I bought an Arturia Minilab 3 and I consider it one of my best purchases! This is the first time I've ever made music for one of my podcasts!

@Taetro 16 дней назад

excellllent!

@ThatBritishMo 16 дней назад

I really love the way you review stuff. It was from your earlier review of the Minilab 3 that convinced me it was the one for me: and it was the absolute right choice. I really appreciate the balance of your reviews and the honesty. You're awesome, dude. Thank you.

@SoBoomCheckIt 14 дней назад

Thanks for putting this out, I already have a mini lab 3 and have the same frustrations. It does have some advantages too though like you mentioned

@jaecheff 16 дней назад

recently purchased one, I'm having fun with it, don't regret the decision at all

@austinray1943 16 дней назад

I love my Minilab 3...except the pads. I feel like I need to smash the crap out of them to get a response. The feel of the keys is great though. They feel firm and responsive and convey my velocity well (unlike the pads). I love the integration and macros control with Analog V controls. Somehow I did not know about the transport lock for the pads. Learn something new every day!

@Bassface793 16 дней назад

Same with the pads…

@-adc 16 дней назад

Yeah, you wrote my comment for me. Everything else about this controller is stellar. But yeah, if I am trying to bang out a beat on the pads I have to absolutely pound on them. It's the one drawback I have run into thus far.

@-adc 16 дней назад

On this topic, I am curious about adding a dedicated pad/sequencer as solid as the MK3 - but just pads. Was eying the NI Maschine Mikro MK3, but it's a bit pricey and maybe overkill. Might look to the AKAI MPD line. Thoughts anyone?

@adorableandray 16 дней назад

I've had it for 24 hours by now so this is so helpful as well as all the other mentions of this keyboard on this channel : ) Thank you

@Taetro 16 дней назад

awesome! Your journey begins now!

@PiriakaTrackwrecker 16 дней назад

Word. Love this Taetro.

@Taetro 16 дней назад

thanks piri!

@ar-gnostic999 16 дней назад

I agree with you in terms of who is comfortable using what. My friends and colleagues use Arturia products. I use M-VAVE SMK25-II paired with Launchpad Mini. And... We make music and don't bother each other and I love that)

@TheCelestineProph 12 дней назад

Thanks for making this video my friend. It reinforces (for me) that I made a good choice in purchasing a device to aid in music making. It's not perfect as you mention but I'm happy with it so it works for me. I've been using the Arturia minilab 3 every since I started following you in the January 2024 The Melodics Bootcamp. It's been working just fine for me. I've used it in all the songs I've made so far. The criticisms you gave leave Arturia to upgrades- hopefully firmware upgrades so I dont have to get a new unit. Talk Soon, Cheers🥂

@DarrenHale 16 дней назад

Arturia is definitely edging out the NI stuff for me recently. Really enjoying the recently released Minibrute V plugin! 🤘

@NinchallaBuilds 14 дней назад

Can you do a video on how to use analog lab with abelton as well as how to go about doing live looping also with abelton?

@frozennorthproductions 23 часа назад

I noticed that most of your videos, you're either using the MiniLab, LaunchKey mini, or MPK mini. You should do a comparison video between all three of them using all mk3 models.

@Taetro 21 час назад

definitely watch the end segment of this video!

@BPEMETO 6 дней назад

Very nice and informative video! Thank you! : ) Btw what would you recommend between Arturia Keylab Essential 49 mk3 and M-Audio Oxygen Pro 49 ? I want to buy one of those two. Thanks!

@pascaljean2333 16 дней назад

Btw the Analog lab included not the PRO version, analog lab INTRO. still awesome tho.

@Taetro 16 дней назад

TRUE I didn’t mean to imply that. Was meaning to just say that the arturia ecosystem is worth investing in/ growing in

@pascaljean2333 16 дней назад

I didn't mean to direct to comment towards you. On your screen it shows analog lab "pro", which might have been misleading to viewers.

@nicolascajiao8615 16 дней назад

Hi Taetro! So you can use the sounds on Arturia lab as plugins in Ableton? How can I do that? great video btw.

@daniloalves8354 16 дней назад

Yes, you can! The Analog Lab works as a VST plugin :D

@jaypkock 16 дней назад

I use a KeyStep 37 in conjunction with a Behringer Synth hooked up too a MPC - i chose the KeyStep since it had aftertouch, however, since i sometimes go for the MPC software just too use the Arturia V Collection but the KeyStep really falls short there... Im kinda torn if i should get the Minilab 3 for it or if i should just bite the bullet on the Keylab 49 (because aftertouch is just so huge for me) dammit Arturia! Aftertouch on your mini controller would be such a deal-breaker

@storka 15 дней назад

all valid criticisms for sure, but having owned all 3 keyboards you show, the Minilab has by far the best feeling keys of the bunch.. its all down to what you need it most for (have a push 2 so ableton control is not a factor for me), great video as always

@vigh4696 16 дней назад

Hey Taetro, great video. I wanted to know if the faders can be mapped to use as expression/dynamics controllers for like spitfire audio plugins (LABS and their own player) and Kontakt Libraries (mainly orchestral ones which have expression, dynamics, vibrato etc controllers in them). I use logic and I'm considering getting this keyboard mainly for the faders + keyboard combo (instead of knobs) as a portable composing midi (I have a main setup otherwise), just this seems portable, affordable and durable. If you have any idea, it'll be great, thanks so much for making these videos, I truly appreciate it.

@Taetro 16 дней назад

The those parameters are midi mappable…you will be able to map them to the minilab! Have you considered and MPE controller like the seaboard block though? More natural control over those expressions rather than using faders

@vigh4696 16 дней назад

@@Taetro ohkay perfect, I was more worried about the midi controlling my daw and the plugin together because then I’d have to go and do troubleshooting/deleting automations on every track I record over😵‍💫. And yes I have thought of seaboard and I’m a huge fan but it currently doesn’t fit my budget considering the shipping is kinda tricky in my country so I won’t be receiving it on time as well (I’m needing this for a work trip to EU next month). Thanks so much for replying to my comment though, this was helpful. I’ll post an update about my experience or what I end up getting

@hartmuthornstein3268 16 дней назад

How does it works with IOS GarageBand or Logic Pro? I know that the arti can use the power from IPad so you can use Bluetooth for external speakers In GarageBand for example you must activate MPE Controller

@federicostanca2409 6 дней назад

In an old video the novation mk3 seemed better to me, today with the new integration to ableton does this one seem better to you?

@mitzzzu_tigerjones444 11 дней назад

If I have a mini lab generation one is it still compatible with software and stuff?

@morizanova 15 дней назад

Unless user really have sensitive feeling about piano keybed or need access to their awesome Analog LAB library, BT M-vave SMK MK2 is way to go . At least in my country the price was 1/3rd cheaper .

@aquietgarden 16 дней назад

I love my MiniLab 3. What's the 16 grid controller behind you on the right of the screen at 9:15 in the video? Scrub that… just found it at 10:56.

@Taetro 16 дней назад

and it's linked in the description!

@sneaky_general 16 дней назад

I go through phases where I want to downsize, but growing up playing piano I just can’t get into the mini keys. Going back to Launchkey37 soon to be somewhere in the middle on keyboard size.

@Taetro 16 дней назад

Yeah 37 keys is a sweet spot for sure

@flinta788 16 дней назад

You should definitely do this with the AKAI mpk mini mk3! I got it about a week ago because of the drumpads, compatibility, and price.

@Taetro 16 дней назад

Good idea!!

@paulbaldie 16 дней назад

I actually had mpk mini mk3, And the pads were terrible almost like in this video.

@flinta788 16 дней назад

@@paulbaldie you prob got a defect

@tamle604 4 дня назад

I have 2 alternative options: Minilab 3 and Oxygen Pro Mini as It is my time to purchase a MIDI controller. I hope to receive your review comparing them as I did not know what to buy. I went through lots of reviewing, and searching but still wondering.

@Taetro 4 дня назад

Please use your judgement and choose between the controllers! You don’t need me to tell you what is better for you.

@DetroitMicroSound 14 дней назад

I wonder how useful it would be as a controller for 1010m BB? 8 pads, 8 knobs, and 4 sliders could probably work with BB, because it's 16 tracks. If a simple shift function is available in the controller, to move through the tracks, 8 at a time. The MIDI mini-jacks are also both type B. Among about 9 other controllers I'm seriously considering, this, and the MPK are both on the list. This video may help me eliminate it.... I need to be able to launch clips tightly, just exactly like with Ableton. The cheapo M-Vave has 16 pads! 🤔 ....Obviously, the best solution for 1010music Blackbox would have a 4x4 velocity sensitive pad grid with aftertouch. It would be sick to have a 4x4 that has a few buttons, and a rotary encoder with LED ring display for each of the 16 pads.

@paulgrewal 16 дней назад

Love this controller but I just can’t deal with only 2 octaves, writing melodies with even basic chord extensions becomes impossible.

@eltripps9684 13 дней назад

I just want a 37 key controller with a 2 channel audiofuse Interface built in with at least one adat in and out option. It's like companies just want to slow play development to maximize long term profits.

@notmyrealname9059 16 дней назад

Whilst I'm relatively new to daws it was absolutely baffling how many don't come with a separate external midi output. I'm having far more fun controlling a tablet Android soft synths with the launch key mini and using it's midi out simultaneously to the Aira compacts and circuit rhythm from the launch key. Keeping the key step 37 for Ableton

@Taetro 16 дней назад

Totally. I feel like midi out is becoming more standard now though!

@gregfromthevaley 9 дней назад

I find analog lab very heavy on cpu on my m1 Mac in comparison to other plugins

@DWatt555 16 дней назад

I love the last part, stop looking for a perfect controller. But I CANT LOooL

@Taetro 16 дней назад

YOU CAN DO IT!!!

@DWatt555 15 дней назад

@@Taetro I got the Arturia minilab3, I also found the same problem about the pad sensitivity. But the real problem is I DONT KNOW HOW TO USE IT. 😭😭😭

@-adc 16 дней назад

BTW - if there are any #Bitwig users curious if the MK3 integrates well? Yes. Simple setup, the LCD reads from the DAW, and Bitwig adds coloring and UI elements to help you understand what you are controlling.

@Taetro 15 дней назад

Good to know!

@scotteepunk 16 дней назад

I'm thinking about buying this Arturia, but Summer NAMM 2024 is next month in July and I'm waiting to see what comes out.

@michelnassar9706 16 дней назад

The MiniLab 3 is still new, they won't release a new version anytime soon

@scotteepunk 14 дней назад

@@michelnassar9706 Yeah, but I'm thinking they may release a 37 key minilab, and also what other brands will have at NAMM.

@manuelgonzales6483 16 дней назад

🎉

@chuckfriebe843 11 дней назад

Can this be used with GarageBand and can it interface with iPad?

@minhtrovert 10 дней назад

Yes just get an adapter and connect it to your iPad.

@chuckfriebe843 10 дней назад

@@minhtrovert Thanks so much!

@Nova-TechnoLAB 14 дней назад

Got a real question. Is there anything out there which is standalone with enough synths/drums etc etc to actually make a FULL SONG/FULL TRACK??? Something I can sit down with and smash out a full 3-4minute song without the pain in the a$$ nonsense "but you can do this". Straight up, a device which i dont need to funk around with other gear to get a 3-4 minute song. Please. *got 2 OPZs and a Circuit track on top of everything else, and its a pain in the you know what to create just the one damn full track for 3-4minutes long. REally open to suggestions. Solid suggestions please my dudes

@Itscirosantana 14 дней назад

I see that "A minor" thing you were doing 14:29😅

@TreyBruceable 16 дней назад

First. Yes. Yes it is.

@Tenly_UK 16 дней назад

yes yes

@Taetro 16 дней назад

🏆

@blurare6822 15 дней назад

lowkey this guy is Brendan urie

@heimdall4148 21 час назад

I upgraded from analog lab into to pro like you have but you have more instruments to choose from. how? For example i only have augmented voices and strings but you have 5 augmented instruments. also your showing it like it comes with the keyboard but analog labs intro is far more restricted than the pro version your showing. you even have a lot of the standalone instruments unlocked for hundreds of dollars. For everyone buying this midi keyboard THIS COMES NOT WITH THE CONTROLLER

@Taetro 21 час назад

I was trying to demonstrate the overall arturia ecosystem, not say that all these plugins come with the keyboard. Sorry if that was unclear. Analog Lab and the V Collection are two different things. I have the V Collection which has more augmented instruments included. Hope that helps.

@AA-ge4uj 16 дней назад

I still swear by my Mvave. Originally, I was a little pissed at only having 4 pads across so i mapped the bottom 4 as 1-4 Mute-UnMute & the top 4 as 5-8. That got old so I bought a second unit, which I wanted anyway & mapped all the bottom pads as 1-8 Mute-UnMute & all the top pads as 1-8 Arm-DisArm. Works good for me & Transport Controls are included. Was just about to invest in the SMC Mk2 & the SMC Mixer popped up. That will now replace all that mapping & the last piece will be the Akai APC Key-25 Mini for the 40 Launch pads. 3 Keyboards, 1 with Launch Pads included & a Mixer/Controller, my coffee table is full but I'm good to go, Thanks to the info from this channel & the occasional stupid question.