Launchkey Mini MK3 : Novation quality and value mini 25 key TRS midi

I've used my MK3 keyboard for producing on my iPad and Windows DAW, for six months or more with no complaints.

The keys, tho mini keys, enable chords and flourishes of notes.

You can enjoy the brilliant arpeggiator with all it's variations, or assign chords making them a breeze to play. Hold on! What about the velocity and feel of the keys? They're what you would expect in terms of size from mini keys, so they’re not great for people who prefer full size keys, but I have no problem with these on the MK3, they feel responsive with a balanced velocity and are fun and playable. The same for the drum pads, which are great!

Ableton Live users will be delighted with the integration and pad LED colour coding.

The free software licenses are very useful instruments.

My favourite feature is the TRS midi out which I use the play my Crave synth live.

Th 8 knobs at the top allow for quick midi learn function in any software or digital hardware synths, and really make your performances fun!

Pros:

Size is mobile and studio friendly. Features: TRS midi type A.

Touch slider Pitch and Mod.

Cons: Power is over 100Ma which means iPad cannot power this keyboard directly. There needs to be an option to switch off all LED’s, then a direct to iOS without the need of USB hubs would be better.

No bluetooth connectivity. If only this had BT, it would outsell Korgs Nano Key Studio which in my opinion has less playable keys, otherwise it’s maybe better choice if you need bluetooth and smaller device.

Overall the Novation MK3 is a really great mini midi keyboard and I will continue to enjoy using it. Looks great and the build quality is practically flawless and it's light and portable making great for mobile and live performances.