Versatile Control
The Arturia MiniLab MKII features a wide variety of controls and ways to play and make sounds. The 25-key, velocity sensitive keybed features slim keys to incorporate the 2 octaves for a vaster playing range. The velocity sensitive keys give a more natural feel, ideal for pianists transitioning from analog keyboards and pianos into the digital era. The keys also help to produce a more natural sound when working with a DAW, recording the velocity automation for a more natural and dynamic performance. The 8 multipurpose RGB backlit pads are ultra responsive and provide added control when it comes to triggering sounds and inputting scores. The pads can be used for finger-drumming as well as triggering vocal samples, synth FX and more. Other expressive performance controls including highly responsive touchstrips, suited to creating transitions as well as controlling automation and other parameters. 16 rotary knobs are also included for controlling your favourite effects, levels and more; with two of the knobs clickable for deeper control.
Compact, Portable Design
The highly compact design of the Arturia MiniLab MKII allows you to take the controller with you anywhere you go. The highly affordable and powerful MiniLab MKII frees you from tedious setup times and bulky construction. The freedom to take the controller with you anywhere you go, gives you the power to collaborate with friends and other artists, allowing you to use the controller on virtually any system. The easy integration with most popular DAWs means you can get setup and configured within minutes, eliminating tedious setup times.
Amazing Sounds With Software Suite
The Arturia MiniLab MKII comes complete with a range of professional and popular free software including the infamous Ableton Live Lite. Ableton Live Lite is an entry-level introduction to the world of Ableton, giving you everything you need to make and record your own music. The highly intuitive layout and in-depth controls give you the ability to create studio-grade recordings and professional-quality productions on the fly. Also included is the Analog Lab Lite software that comes complete with a wide range of icon preset keyboard sounds taken from Arturia’s award-winning V-Collection 5. This premium-quality collection of sounds range from electric pianos to analog monosynths, string machines and more. The UVI Grand Piano Software is also bundled with the MiniLab MKII, giving you access to an ultra-realistic piano sound, sampled from the classic Steinway for optimal quality. If that wasn’t enough, Arturia are offering customers exclusive upgrade offers for the future.
Highlights
- 25 Note Slim Keys - Inverted!
- 16 Rotary Encoders, two clickable for software navigation
- 8 Velocity Sensitive RGB Pads
- Included Software Bundle:
- Analog Lab Lite with 500+ fully playable sounds taken from V-Collection, editable on the MiniLab interface
- UVI Grand Piano D - multi-sampled piano instrument!
- Ableton Live Lite - complete production software - MiniLab is a total package.
