Arturia MiniLab 37 White
Arturia MiniLab 37 White
The Arturia MiniLab 37 MIDI controller is used to control music software, create melodies, and produce tracks. This compact instrument features an extended 37-key slim keyboard that responds precisely to velocity. The manufacturer has integrated eight rotary encoders and four fader sliders for direct real-time parameter adjustment. There are also two capacitive touch sensors that replace traditional pitch bend and modulation wheels. The device connects to a computer or iPad via USB-C and is bus-powered, requiring no external adapter.
Key Features of the Arturia MiniLab 37 White MIDI Controller
- The keyboard has 37 velocity-sensitive keys
- The front panel includes eight rotary encoders and four fader elements
- The device has two banks of eight backlit pads
- The construction contains 50% recycled plastics
- The controller has a built-in arpeggiator and chord mode
- Connectivity includes a five-pin MIDI output and a USB-C port
Panel Controls
The instrument includes two banks of eight pads that sense both velocity and pressure. These pads have colour RGB backlighting for visual guidance during performance. Users have four smooth faders assigned to the main volume and a three-band equaliser on the main output. The rotary knobs are used to control macros and effects in the Analog Lab software for quick sound changes.
Creative Features
The device offers several built-in functions to facilitate music creation. The built-in arpeggiator converts pressed notes into melodic tones in perfect time with the project's tempo. Chord mode allows you to play entire chords with a single keypress for easy harmony creation. The Octave up and down buttons change the overall range of the keyboard, the Hold function sustains notes without needing to keep the key pressed, and there is also an option for semitone transposition.
Integration
This controller integrates directly with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, Bitwig Studio, and Reason. The MCU protocol provides compatibility with other software on the market. Users can use five customisable user presets to map all the controls themselves. The integrated mini-display with a clickable knob clearly shows the current parameter values in real time.
Connectivity and Ports
The rear panel houses connectors for connecting to external devices. The five-pin MIDI DIN output sends data to external synthesisers, samplers, and other hardware. The pedal input supports a sustain pedal, expression pedal, or footswitch for expanded control options. The USB-C port is used to connect to computers or iPads and also directly powers the entire controller.
Construction
This instrument is designed with the environment in mind. The body contains more than 50% recycled plastic and the packaging is made of fully recyclable cardboard. The manufacturer has focused on making the entire construction highly durable. Its low weight of 1.17kg and compact dimensions make the controller easy to carry, while its solid build protects the internal electronics from damage during frequent transport.
Software Included
A software bundle is included, which contains the Analog Lab Intro program with thousands of sounds. The included Ableton Live Lite is provided for recording and production. Users also get a licence for selected instruments from Native Instruments Komplete 15. The bundle is completed with a two-month subscription to the Loopcloud service with two sample packs, a trial subscription to Melodics with bonus lessons for learning to play, and the MIDI Control Center configuration software.
Keyboard Type:
Velocity-sensitive slim
Number of Keys:
37
Pads:
8 velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, RGB backlit, 2 banks
Display:
Mini display with a clickable rotary navigation controller
MIDI:
5-pin MIDI DIN connector for connecting external instruments and devices
Pedal Input:
Supports sustain, expression, and footswitch pedals
Power:
USB
Dimensions:
54 × 503 × 183mm
Weight:
1.17kg
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