Novation Launchkey Mini MK3 - 25-Mini-Key MIDI KeyboardNovation Launchkey Mini MK3 - 25-Mini-Key MIDI Keyboard

The Novation Launchkey Mini MK3 is a compact 25-mini-key USB MIDI keyboard controller designed for music production, beat-making, and live performance. It is especially popular with Ableton Live users thanks to its deep DAW integration, while also supporting Logic Pro, Cubase, FL Studio, Studio One, Reaper, and other MIDI-compatible software.

Key Features

• 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys
• 16 RGB velocity-sensitive performance pads for finger drumming and clip launching
• 8 rotary knobs for controlling plugins and mixer parameters
• Built-in arpeggiator
• Fixed Chord Mode for playing full chords with one finger
• Scale Mode keeps notes within your selected musical scale
• Pitch Bend & Modulation touch strips
• Transport controls (Play, Record, Stop)
• MIDI Out (3.5 mm TRS Type-A) for connecting external synthesizers
• USB bus-powered (no external power supply required)

Software Included

• Ableton Live Lite
• Native Instruments Komplete Start
• XLN Addictive Keys
• AAS Session Bundle
• Spitfire Audio LABS Expressive Strings
• Klevgrand R0Verb
• Klevgrand DAW Cassette

Connectivity

• USB-C connection to Mac or Windows computer
• 3.5 mm TRS MIDI Out (Type-A)
• Compatible with most major DAWs via USB MIDI

Specifications

• Keys: 25 mini synth-action keys
• Pads: 16 RGB backlit velocity-sensitive pads
• Knobs: 8 assignable rotary encoders
• Dimensions: 330 × 172 × 40 mm
• Weight: Approximately 0.69 kg
• Power: USB bus-powered

Best For

• Beginners learning music production
• Ableton Live users
• Mobile producers and traveling musicians
• Beat makers and electronic music producers
• Home studio setups

Pros

• Excellent Ableton Live integration
• Very portable and lightweight
• Responsive pads and useful creative modes
• Good bundled software package
• Affordable price

Cons

• Mini keys may not suit pianists
• No sustain pedal input
• Limited controls compared to larger Launchkey models