# MiniLab 3: specs and price

**Price (US):** $149 at arturia.com (Arturia store MSRP (US$149)), as of 2026-06-27. A sourced, dated price of record — other retailers (incl. Amazon) may be lower. Among the 12 midi keyboards we track it is #6 cheapest of 12; category median $149.
**Brand:** Arturia
**Released:** 2022-10
**Price tracked since:** June 2026

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Price (US) | $149 |
| Brand | Arturia |
| Released | 2022-10 |
| Keys | 25 |
| Key type | synth |
| Drum pads | 16 |
| Knobs | 8 |
| Faders | 4 |
| Aftertouch | No |
| Connection | usb_midi_din |
| Bundled software | Analog Lab Intro V, Ableton Live Lite, NI Komplete Select, UVI Model D, Loopcloud 2-month |

## Where it stands

At $149, the MiniLab 3 is #6 cheapest of the 12 MIDI keyboards we track, where the median is $149. On the spec sheet, its keys of 25 is the lowest of the 12, its drum pads of 16 is the highest of the 12, and its faders of 4 is above the median of the 12. By release date, it is among the newer of the 12 we date.

## What reviewers say

Only one whitelisted outlet, Engadget, published a genuine hands-on review of this exact model; SoundGuys lists it as a positive notable-mention in a tested roundup. Both praise the upgraded DAW integration, added 5-pin MIDI out and solid build. Engadget flags limited portability and possible fader durability. No lab measurements were reported. (Based on 2 reviews, 2022-10-18–2026-03-17.)

Praised: Improved DAW integration, including seamless Analog Lab mapping; Added connectivity - full-size 5-pin MIDI out and pedal port over the MkII; Solid build and a keybed/pads that feel better than cheaper rivals; Capable onboard arpeggiator with six playback modes and a chord mode.
Flagged: Only borderline portable - just big enough to be unwieldy in a bag; Faders may not hold up when jostled around in transit; Arpeggiator and Ableton integration trail Novation's LaunchKey Mini MK3.
Disagreement: No genuine cross-source disagreement: only Engadget offers critical hands-on judgment, while SoundGuys' roundup notable-mention is uniformly positive and raises no drawbacks.
Sources: Engadget (2022-10-18, engadget.com), SoundGuys (2026-03-17, soundguys.com)

## Frequently asked questions

**What do reviewers say about the MiniLab 3?**

Only one whitelisted outlet, Engadget, published a genuine hands-on review of this exact model; SoundGuys lists it as a positive notable-mention in a tested roundup. Both praise the upgraded DAW integration, added 5-pin MIDI out and solid build. Engadget flags limited portability and possible fader durability. No lab measurements were reported. Praised: Improved DAW integration, including seamless Analog Lab mapping; Added connectivity - full-size 5-pin MIDI out and pedal port over the MkII; Solid build and a keybed/pads that feel better than cheaper rivals; Capable onboard arpeggiator with six playback modes and a chord mode. Flagged: Only borderline portable - just big enough to be unwieldy in a bag; Faders may not hold up when jostled around in transit; Arpeggiator and Ableton integration trail Novation's LaunchKey Mini MK3. (From 2 tester reviews.)

**How much does the MiniLab 3 cost?**

The MiniLab 3 has a US price of $149 (Arturia store MSRP (US$149)), as of 2026-06-19.

**How does the MiniLab 3 compare on price?**

At $149, the MiniLab 3 is #6 cheapest of the 12 MIDI keyboards we track, where the median is $149.

**When was the MiniLab 3 released?**

The MiniLab 3 was released 2022-10.

**What are the MiniLab 3's key specs?**

MiniLab 3 (Arturia): keys 25, key type synth, drum pads 16, knobs 8, faders 4. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.

Source: https://www.arturia.com/store/minilab-3 (arturia.com, accessed 2026-06-19)
Corroboration: https://magneticmag.com/2022/11/arturia-minilab-3-review/ (accessed 2026-06-19)
Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/product/midi-keyboards/arturia-minilab-3/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, the MiniLab 3 price of record was $149 as of 2026-06-19 — https://frontdeskreview.com/product/midi-keyboards/arturia-minilab-3/
License: CC BY 4.0. Price history: https://frontdeskreview.com/data/price-history.jsonl