Arturia MiniLab 3 Logic Pro Script User Guide

MiniLab 3 Presentation

This guide highlights a script that integrates the MiniLab 3 into Logic Pro.

General layout:

The MiniLab 3 is a MIDI controller with various features for music production.

Image Description: A top-down view of the Arturia MiniLab 3 controller, showing its keyboard, pads, knobs, faders, and control buttons. To the right is an icon representing Logic Pro.

1. Setting up your unit

To use the Logic Pro script for MiniLab 3, download the script from the Arturia website and install it.

1. Go to Arturia Minilab 3 Resources.
2. Download the scripts corresponding to your DAW.
3. Extract the folder and execute the .dmg file.
4. Double-click the application to install the scripts. A pop-up should notify you upon successful installation.

Connect the MiniLab 3 to Logic Pro:

• Connect your MiniLab 3 and select the DAW program (Shift + Pad 3).
• Open Logic Pro.
• The MiniLab 3 should be automatically detected and ready to use.

If the MiniLab 3 is not detected:

• In Logic Pro, go to Control Surface > Setup... and create a new control surface.
• Select Install.... The MiniLab 3 should appear in the list.
• Ensure the Input and Output ports are correctly set.

Image Description: A screenshot of Logic Pro's MIDI device setup, showing 'Device: Minilab3' with 'Output Port: Minilab3 MIDI' and 'Input Port: Minilab3 MIDI' selected. The MiniLab 3 controller is visually represented.

Important Note: Disable the Minilab3 MCU, Minilab3 DIN THRU, and Minilab3 ALV ports in the MIDI section of the Preferences menu to avoid audio pops and notes when using the Transport function.

Your controller is now ready to use with Logic Pro.

2. Script features

a. Knobs and Faders

Main encoder:

• Actions: Navigates the tracks.
• Feedback: The track name is displayed on the MiniLab 3's screen.

Main encoder click:

• Action: Show/Close the plugin.

Shift + Main encoder:

• Actions: Fast Forward / Rewind.
• Feedback: The timeline is displayed.

Shift + Main encoder click:

• Actions: Show/Close the library.

Knobs 1-8 and Faders 1-4:

• Actions: Control parameters of the currently focused plugin. Faders control volume, sends, and pan.
• Feedback: Displays the parameter name and value on the MiniLab 3's screen.

b. Pads

There are 8 physical pads on the MiniLab 3, with 2 banks (A / B) for different functions.

Image Description: A visual representation of the 8 pads on the MiniLab 3, labeled with functions like 'Prog' and 'Tap'.

Switch between banks by entering “Pad Mode” (Shift + Pad 2). This allows switching between 2 sets of pads.

Shift + Pad 4/8:

• Actions:
  • Orange Pad: Loop
  • Green Pad: Play/Pause (blinks if playing)
  • White Pad: Stop
  • Red Pad: Record (blinks if recording)
  • White Pad 2: Tap Tempo
• Feedback: The pads light up based on their transport state (ON: 100%, OFF: 33%).

c. Analog Lab Mode

When using Analog Lab, ensure you link the correct device upon opening the plugin.

Image Description: A screenshot of the Analog Lab plugin interface, showing tabs for 'Settings', 'MIDI', 'Macro', and 'Tutorials', with 'MIDI Controller' and 'Minilab 3' selected.

Enter Analog Lab Mode to gain full control over Analog Lab by selecting the Arturia program on MiniLab 3. When Analog Lab is selected, you can manage the plugin as you would in standalone mode, including navigation, selection, and FX control.