CHEAP MIDI Controller as a Mix Control Surface in Logic Pro!

Want to turn a cheap MIDI controller into a powerful control surface for Logic Pro?
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to map knobs, faders, and keys to control your mixer, channel strip, transport and more— all without buying an expensive control surface.


🎹 Gear Used:
Arturia Minilab 3($107 on Amazon)
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Arturia Minilab MKII Controller (Model in video)
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USB Hub Adapter
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Apple M1 MacBook Pro
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The midi keyboard used in this Logic Pro tutorial is the Arturia Minilab MKII, although this method will work with most other brands!

🎛️ What You'll Learn:
• How to set up any MIDI controller in Logic Pro
• How to use Controller Assignments for custom mapping
• How to map faders, knobs, buttons, and transport controls

💡 Why use a MIDI controller as a control surface?
Because it can speed up your mixing, improve your workflow, and help you get hands-on with your music production—without buying expensive mixers or dedicated DAW controllers.

⏱ Chapters:
00:00 PICK THIS ONE
00:18 Why Use a MIDI Controller as a Control Surface
00:40 Assigning Volume and Pan
01:59 Assigning Mute and Solo Functions
02:43 Assigning Previous/Next Track
03:23 Assigning Playhead Controls
04:47 Midi Key Command Demo
06:29 Setting Up Midi Controller as Software Instrument in Logic Pro

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