Description
MiniLab MkII Keyboard
PORTABLE SOLUTION FOR THE MODERN STUDIO
Compact, feature-packed, fun. More than just a portable keyboard, MiniLab MkII offers plug and play integration, inspiring sounds, and tactile control – your entire session in a box. The perfect introduction to sound exploration.
Play, perform, create:
MiniLab MkII has everything you need to unleash your creativity.
Everything you need to make music, right out the box. MiniLab MkII removes all the barriers – plug it in via USB, install your free software instruments, and let the creativity flow.
Simple integration gives you immediate and total control over your workflow. Intuitive controls, pads and 25-note keyboard let you experiment and interact with your music without hassle. A stunning selection of virtual instruments and production software comes included – craft inspiring tunes, pumping beats and professional mixes in no time.
This isn’t just a controller – this is an end-to-end solution for music making.
The perfect creative companion
Don’t let the MiniLab MkII’s compact form factor fool you. It’s powerful, hands-on and unrivalled in quality, built to streamline your creative process.
The keyboard features a comfortable, accessible 25-note velocity-sensitive slimkey design. The addition of Pitch Bend and Mod touch strips, along with a sustain pedal input, makes MiniLab MkII the perfect platform for players on the move.
The 2 banks of 8 pads are RBG backlit and pressure-sensitive, perfect for responsive beat-making, clip launching and tactile project control. 16 rotary encoders give you immediate access to your virtual instruments and mixing tools – tap into your session in real-time.
Portable, yet fully featured. Lightweight but rugged. MiniLab MkII is the new go-to small controller for producers in the know.
Portable, powerful, practical
Not only will you save time thanks to MiniLab MkII’s simple, all-encompassing feature set – you’ll save space too.
You might have limited room in your home studio setup. Or perhaps you need a portable solution that you can easily slip into a rucksack. MiniLab MkII is among the most compact controllers of its kind. Add bus-powered functionality to the mix, and you can get creative no matter where you find yourself.
You can’t have portability without reliability. A rugged, high-quality construction ensures that MiniLab MkII can handle even the most demanding of schedules. And not only that – it looks the part and feels great to play too.
Inspiring software
We’ve included everything you need to get your virtual studio up and running.
Enjoy an industry-standard production workflow and discover a wealth of stunning instrument sounds with an incredible selection of software, included for free.
MiniLab MkII gives you everything you need so you can start creating music right out of the box.
The best MIDI controller, at a glance
Let’s take a closer look at what MiniLab MkII has to offer…
Shift button
Select MIDI presets and MIDI channels with this button.
Pad 1-8 / 9-16 button
Switch between two banks of eight pads.
Octave Transpose buttons
Octave transpose buttons allow you to shift the keyboard up and down.
Pitch Bend and Modulation touch strips
Accurate touch sensitive strips.
16 Multi-Function Encoders
Assign these knobs to your favorite plug-in or DAW. Two of those encoders are clickable.
Multi-color velocity & pressure sensitive Pads
8 ultra responsive velocity and pressure sensitive pads.
25 velocity sensitive Slim-Keys
Highly playable, compact format keyboard.
Footswitch input
Sends MIDI Note & CC data. Can be programmed for Gate or Toggle operation.
USB 2.0 port
Full-sized Type-B USB jack: Bus-powered, class-compliant. No drivers needed.
Step into the lab
MiniLab MkII is designed to elevate your performance, music product, and sound design to new heights.
Every element has been designed to enhance your creative experience. Beautifully playable mini keys, responsive and durable performance pads, wiggle-free rotary knobs – all wrapped up in a compact, ergonomic, rugged design.
Let’s take a closer look at what makes the MiniLab MkII tick…
Compact controller, enormous potential
Specially designed to make the most out of its small profile, MiniLab MkII sets a new standard in the portable controller world.
The accessible pads are velocity and pressure sensitive which will give your drums a great, dynamic feel. The pads also feature RGB backlighting to help you clearly identify whether you’re launching clips in Live, triggering drum sounds, or tweaking presets in Analog Lab. You can also switch between 2 different internal pad banks, enabling a full 16 drum sounds or audio clips.
A number of interface design appointments make MiniLab MkII the professional’s choice. Easily switch the keyboard octave up and down for full range access using the dedicated buttons; add a pitch bend or modulation using the ultra-responsive capacitive touch-strips; and plug in a sustain pedal to capture that authentic keyboard performance.
Analog Lab Lite included
Imagine conveniently having all the keyboard and synth sounds you need for a gig or session all in one place on your computer. No racks. No stacks.
Analog Lab Lite gives you streamlined, tag-based access to hundreds of the hottest presets from our award-winning V Collection. You’ll be spoilt for choice with 17 faithfully modeled legendary analog synths, digital workstations, organs, string machines and pianos. Each preset automatically maps the most important sound parameters to MiniLab MkII for intuitive tweaking and performance control, and you can easily custom map to any controllers via the MIDI Learn feature. Everything you need for creativity and inspiration is right here in Analog Lab Lite.
The complete production package
MiniLab MkII also includes a powerful collection of complementary software: recording & production platform Ableton Live Lite and UVI Grand Piano Model D virtual piano.
MiniLab MkII comes with a complementary version of Ableton Live Lite: an introduction to one of the most intuitive and powerful DAW platforms around. A complete recording package that lets you record audio tracks, MIDI tracks, apply effects and combine your ideas into a complete song. It also features advanced time warping, pitch shifting, sampling tools, and virtual instruments.
We have teamed up with virtual instrument developers UVI to include the truly excellent Grand Piano Model D with MiniLab MkII. This sample-based virtual instrument has captured the sound of a classic Steinway Model D in meticulous detail, putting that rich, evocative tone at your disposal. Every note has been sampled at multiple velocity levels to create a dynamic, authentic sound.
Stay connected
MiniLab MkII easily integrates into any setup, large or small.
A USB class-compliant design means no awkward installation process or clunky settings – just plug and play. It also means that MiniLab MkII can control iOS virtual instrument apps as well as software on your PC or Mac – perfect for on-the-go creativity.
Our free MIDI Control Center software lets you create, edit, and save different MIDI mappings to suit whatever project you’re working on. You can also save up to 8 of these MIDI maps on its internal memory. Recalling them is as simple as pressing “shift” and hitting one of the 8 pads.
No more menu-diving – get lost in the moment.
Rock solid, ready for action
Whether you’re a budding producer or a gigging professional, dependable and robust equipment is essential.
Perfectly portable and durable, MiniLab MkII ticks all the boxes for a reliable, easy-to-use controller. It’s small enough to fit in an everyday backpack, laptop bag, or messenger bag, but rugged enough for even the toughest demands.
You deserve simple, sturdy gear that you know you can count on – take the next step in your musical journey with MiniLab MkII.
Platform Requirements
Analog Lab
Windows 7 (SP1) or later (64-bit)
- 64-bit Intel Core or AMD multi-core processor (i5 processor or faster recommended) with 4 GB RAM (8 GB+ recommended)
- 1 GB free Hard disk Space
OS X 10.10 or later (64 bit)
- 64-bit Intel Core or AMD multi-core processor (i5 processor or faster recommended) with 4 GB RAM (8 GB+ recommended)
- 1 GB free Hard disk Space
Works in Standalone, VST 2.4 (32-bit and 64-bit), VST 3 (32-bit and 64-bit), AAX (32 bits with PT 10.3.8, 64 bits with PT 11), Audio Unit (32-bit and 64-bit).
Ableton Live Lite
Windows 7 (SP1) or later (64-bit)
- 64-bit Intel Core or AMD multi-core processor (i5 processor or faster recommended) with 4 GB RAM (8 GB+ recommended)
- 3 GB free Hard disk Space
- Broadband Internet connection for installation
OS X 10.11.6 or later (64 bit)
- 64-bit Intel Core or AMD multi-core processor (i5 processor or faster recommended) with 4 GB RAM (8 GB+ recommended)
- 3 GB free Hard disk Space
- Broadband Internet connection for installation
UVI Model D
Windows 8 or later (64-bit)
- 64-bit Intel Core or AMD multi-core processor (i5 processor or faster recommended) with 4 GB RAM (8 GB+ recommended)
- 1 GB free Hard disk Space
- Broadband Internet connection for installation
OS X 10.9 or later (64 bit)
- 64-bit Intel Core or AMD multi-core processor (i5 processor or faster recommended) with 4 GB RAM (8 GB+ recommended)
- 1 GB free Hard disk Space
- Broadband Internet connection for installation
