Allen & Heath ZED10 User Manual

MINI MIXERS

2 bus MIXERS 4 BUS MIXERS

RECORDING MIXERS

ALLEN&HEATH

AP7205 issue 5

www.allen-heath.com

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ALLEN&HEATH

The ZED range is the premium choice of analogue mixer for bands,
small rental companies, singer songwriters AND studio artists.
ZED mixers offer many sources to the mix, up to 6 aux sends, a USB
send and return, a unique dual stereo input capability and
SOPHISTICATED monitoring facilities. ZED’s feature set is
incredibly advanced, offering a great mixing solution wherever
you are, whatever you’re doing—playing live, in the studio, or at
home, ZED will suit your application perfectly.

home, ZED will suit

Solid construction

AllAll ZED mixers are built to the same exacting standards
as our industry standard GL series, with individual,
vertically mounted circuit boards and potentiometers
securely bolted to the top panel. Compare a ZED to one
of the many budget brands out there and you’ll
immediately feel the difference.

CONTENTS

MINI MIXERS

ZED-10

ZED-10FX
ZED60-10FX
ZED60-14FX

2 BUS MIXERS

ZED-12FX

ZED-14

ZED-16FX

ZED-18

ZED-22FX

ZED-ZED-24

4 bus mixers

zed-420
zed-428
ZED-436

RECORDING

ZED-R16

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6
7
8
9

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12
13
14
15
16
17

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18
20
21
22

24

Sound quality

TheThe innovative preamp designs used on ZED mixers
were created by Mike Griffin and deliver phenomenal
clarity, ultra-low noise and massive headroom.

The MusiQ 3 and 4 band British EQ designs employed

The
across the range are widely acclaimed for their
exceptional musicality and even, responsive control.
Our in-house DSP gurus crafted the FX algorithms used
by the ZED-FX mixers – these were tailor-made for the
ZED series so you won’t find them anywhere else. OK,
we’re biased, but we think you’d have to spend a lot of
money on high-end outboard gear to get FX that come

money
anywhere close.

Versatility

ZED mixers are earning a living across the globe in
every mixing role imaginable, including corporate and
AV mixing, live performance mixing, live recording,
studio recording or mixing down, or just capturing that
song idea. The addition of USB makes it super-easy to
hook your ZED up to a computer, and the wealth of
signal routing options lets you fit ZED perfectly into your
workflo

workflow.

Our Heritage

Allen & Heath started out as a boutique mixer

manufacturer in 1969, hand-building consoles

for the top bands of the era. Today Allen &

Heath mixers can be found on tour, in studios

and in venues across the globe, but our

passion for pristine audio, rugged build quality

and imaginative design is undiminished.

Development for the ZED series is led by

Mike Griffin, ably supported by our in-house

R&D team in Cornwall, Great Britain. Mike

earned his mixer design stripes under the

legendary Rupert Neve, and has design

credits that include several industry

standards, including our renowned

Mix

MixWizard and GL consoles. Mike regularly

mixes sessions with the ZEDs, so you’ll

appreciate the clever features and carefully

considered control layouts that you only get

from hands-on experience.

Whether you’re on the road with our iLive

pro touring series or using a ZED-10 in your

project studio, when you invest in an Allen &

Heath, you’re investing in a professional

mixer that’s built to deliver outstanding

performance for many years to come.

MINI MIXERS

zed-10 zed-10fx zed60-10FX zed60-14fx

The ZED Mini range (ZED-10, ZED-10FX, ZED60-10FX and
ZED60-14FX) are amazing little desks for small band
mixing. Don’t be fooled by the size – these mixers are big on
high-end audio and build quality. They’re ultra portable
for carrying to the gig, and can be used for recording live
or in the studio. Guitars can be plugged in directly to the
mixer using the specially designed high-impedance inputs,
while each mixer has two stereo inputs for MP3/CD

while
players or keyboards. All are equipped with professional
XLR main stereo outputs and a flexible monitoring section
with headphone and speaker feed outputs. The FX versions
add a set of fabulous effects to enhance your sound with
shimmering reverbs.

TECH SPECS

Operating Levels: Inputs

Mono channel (XLR) Input -10 to –60dBu for nominal (+11dBu in max)
Mono channel Line Input (Jack socket) +10 to –40dBu (+31dBu maximum)
Stereo Input (Jack or phono sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +15dB)

Outputs

L/R Outputs ( XLR) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
Aux & FX Outputs (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.

Aux & FX Outputs (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
Record & Monitor Outputs (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.

Frequency Response

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz.
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz.
Stereo in to Mix L/R out +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz.

THD+n

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 10dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out 0.002%

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 10dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out 0.002%
Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain 1kHz 0.01%
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain 0dBu 1kHz 0.003%
Stereo in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz 0.002%
Gtr Input to Mix L/R Out, 0dBu, Boost OUT 0.015%
Gtr Input to Mix L/R Out, 0dBu, Boost IN 2% Second Harmonic

Headroom

Analogue Headroom from nominal (0

Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu) 21dB.
USB in & out headroom from nominal (0Vu) 14dB.

Noise

Mic Pre EIN @ max gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz -127dBu
Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, Levels min, 22-22kHz -96dBu
Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, Levels min, 22-22kHz -96dBu

USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)

USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)

USB Audio In/Out USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.
Sample Rate 32, 44.1, or 48kHz

Guitar DI

The preamp for ZEThe preamp for ZED-10, 10FX, ZED60-10FX and ZED60-14FX is an evolution
from the design employed on our MixWizard series, but with a twist. Two of
the channels have a high impedance jack input capable of taking either a
normal line level or a low level input from a guitar pickup. These Guitar DI
inputs replicate the sound of a classic guitar or instrument tube preamp in a
combo or head amp. An extremely high input impedance ensures loading on
pickups is minimal and a Class A FET (field effect transistor) circuit powered
from 48V is employed to give the valve-like gain stage. There is a gain Boost

from 48V is employed to give the valve-like gain stage. There is a gain Boost
switch associated with the guitar inputs which boosts gain by 26dB to cater
for instruments with very low level outputs and the overdrive characteristics
of the guitar inputs are very similar to a valve circuit, being asymmetric and
soft. All this makes for a wonderfully warm, natural tone that conveys the full
character of the instrument.

MusiQ – 3 Band

ZED Mini mixers feature a responsive 3-band British EQ with sweepable mid
frequency that is acclaimed for its musicality, even when applying extreme
creative or corrective equalisation. All EQ controls have been carefully
calibrated for responsiveness and smooth, precise adjustment.

USB audio flexibility

ZEDZED makes it easy to get audio to and from your computer for live sound and
music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is
super-flexible and super-easy. No longer do you need to fiddle around the
back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are
all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead, select the USB routing on the
mixer and the device on your computer and that’s it! CD quality audio to and
from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals
provide different send/retu

provide different send/return configurations.

ZED-10FX / ZED60-10FX / ZED60-14FX
Send options:

1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post master Level)

2) Aux + FX bus (Aux is a pre-fade send, FX is a post-fade send)

3) Record Bus Left + Right (Separate stereo bus to Main Mix)

Return options:

1) To Playback input (through jack socket break contacts)

2) To Stereo 2 channel (through jack socket break contacts)

ZED-10
Send options:

1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post master Level)

2) Aux + FX bus (Aux is a pre-fade send, FX is a post-fade send)

3) Record Bus Left + Right (Separate stereo bus to Main Mix)

R

Return Options:

1) To Playback input (through jack socket break contacts)

2) To Stereo 2 channel (through jack socket break contacts)

ZED-FX

ZEZED-10FX, ZED60-10FX and ZED60-14FX have an essential selection of 16
time-delay effects, designed for performers who don’t want to carry an
effects unit with their gear but who still want great quality FX at their gigs and
on their recordings. Our DSP engineers worked hard, crafting and refining
beautiful reverb algorithms to enhance every performance. These effects are
available nowhere else —this quality and integration is only available from the
ZED-FX. ZED effects are easily controlled using 3 buttons with 9 display
LEDs.

LEDs. For example, the ideal delay time can be quickly tapped-in, or the
perfect amount of reverb on the lead vocal can be dialled-in. There is
one-stop navigation and editing—in fact, it’s just as easy as using FX pedals.

4

5

mic/line

4

inputs

stereo

2

inputs

AUXES

2

mic/line

4

inputs

FEATURES FEATURES

4 mic/line inputs, 2 with Class A FET high impedance inputs

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 auxes

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL indicator

Illuminated PFL indicator

Stereo returns & playback

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Responsive 3-band, swept mid EQ with MusiQ

2 stereo sources with MP3 player compatibility

Separate 2-track record outputs

Stereo playback input for 2-track replay

Stereo playback input for 2-track replay

XLR main stereo outputs with inserts

Comprehensive monitoring

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Stereo monitor outs

48V microphone phantom power

DI level switching for sub mixing

4 mic/line inputs, 2 with Class A FET high impedance inputs

16 internal FX

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

3 band EQ with MusiQ

1 pre-fade Aux send

1 FX send

1 FX send

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL indicator

Stereo returns & playback

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Responsive 3-band, swept mid EQ with MusiQ

2 stereo sources with MP3 player compatibility

2 stereo sources with MP3 player compatibility

Separate 2-track record outputs

Stereo playback input for 2-track replay

XLR main stereo outputs with inserts

Comprehensive monitoring

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Stereo monitor outs

48V microphone phantom power

48V microphone phantom power

DI level switching for sub mixing

stereo

2

inputs

1 aux +
1 fx send

ON BOARD FX

6 7

mic/line

4

inputs

stereo

2

inputs

1 aux +
1 fx send

ON BOARD FX

mic/line

8

inputs

FEATURES FEATURES

4 mic/line inputs, 2 with Class A FET high impedance

60mm professional quality faders

3-band, swept mid EQ with MusiQ

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

1 pre-fade Aux send

1 FX send

2 stereo inputs

2 stereo inputs

Separate 2-track record outputs

16 Internal Effects

XLR main stereo outputs with inserts

Comprehensive monitoring

48V microphone phantom power

DI level switching with Gain Boost

Neutrik XLRs and 1/4 inch jacks

Neutrik XLRs and 1/4 inch jacks

8 mic/line inputs, 2 with Class A FET high impedance

60mm professional quality faders

3-band, swept mid EQ with MusiQ

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

1 pre-fade Aux send

1 FX send

2 stereo inputs

2 stereo inputs

Separate 2-track record outputs

16 Internal Effects

XLR main stereo outputs with inserts

Comprehensive monitoring

48V microphone phantom power

DI level switching with Gain Boost

Neutrik XLRs and 1/4 inch jacks

Neutrik XLRs and 1/4 inch jacks

stereo

2

inputs

1 aux +
1 fx send

ON BOARD FX

8 9

2 BUS mixers

zed-12FX ZED-14 ZED-16fx ZED-18 ZED-22FX ZED-24

These are fantastic mixers for small bands, venues and
hire companies. In a market full of ‘me too’ mixers these
consoles stand out from the pack with their
comprehensive features, fine lines and quality

TECH SPECS

Operating Levels: Inputs

Mono channel (XLR) Input +6 to –63dBu for nominal (+17dBu in max)
Mono channel Line Input (Jack socket) +10 to –26dBu (+30dBu maximum)
Insert point (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
Stereo Input (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
Stereo input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)

Outputs

Outputs

L, R & Mono Outputs (L&R XLR, Mono Jack) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum
Aux Outputs (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum
Alt Outputs (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum
Rec Outputs (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum

Frequency Response

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain +0.5/-1dB 20Hz to 20kHz
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz

Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz
Stereo in to Mix L/R out +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz

DuoPre

BasedBased on the proven preamps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED
2-bus and 4-bus mixers have DuoPre preamps, which use a two stage design
with carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the
signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge—69dB of range to be
exact—and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better
control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so
unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged
into

into the second stage of the preamp by using the line input jack socket, which
has the great advantages of less noise and matching to a higher input
impedance.

MusiQ – 3 Band

ZED 2-bus consoles feature a responsive 3-band British EQ with sweepable
mid frequency that is acclaimed for its musicality, even when applying
extreme creative or corrective equalisation. All EQ controls have been
carefully calibrated for responsiveness and smooth, precise adjustment.

USB audio flexibility

ZEDZED makes it easy to get audio to and from your computer for live sound and
music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is
super-flexible and super-easy. No longer do you need to fiddle around the
back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are
all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead, select the USB routing on the
mixer and the device on your computer and that’s it! CD quality audio to and
from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals
provide different send/retu

provide different send/return configurations.

construction. Each model is provided with between 6
and 16 mic/line inputs, 3 or 4 stereo inputs with EQ, and 3
or 4 auxiliary sends. The FX versions are ideal for
groups who need to travel light. larger models can

gr
easily accommodate vocals, drums, guitar, bass and
keys whilst also providing a dedicated FX bus and 16
internal effects to give the whole mix extra ambience.

THD+n

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 0dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out 0.004%
Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain 1kHz 0.014%
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain 0dBu 1kHz 0.005%
Stereo in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz 0.003%

Headroom

Headroom

Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu) 21dB
USB in & out headroom from nominal (0Vu) 14dB

Noise

Mic Pre EIN @ max gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz -127dBu
Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, 22-22kHz -88dBu (ZED-14)
Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, 22-22kHz -84dBu (ZE

Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, 22-22kHz -84dBu (ZED-24)

USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)

USB Audio In/Out USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.
Sample Rate 32, 44.1, or 48kHz

ZED-12FX / ZED-16FX / ZED-22FX
Send options

1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)

2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)

3) Auxes 1-2

4) Auxes 3-FX

Return options:

1) To Stereo 3 channel

ZED-14 / ZED-18 / ZED-24
Send options:

1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)

2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)

3) Auxes 1-2

4) Auxes 3-4

R

Return options:

1) To Stereo 3 channel

ZED-FX

TheThe ZED-12FX, ZED-16FX and ZED-22FX have an essential selection of 16
time-delay effects, designed for performers who don’t want to carry an
effects unit with their gear but who still want great quality FX at their gigs and
on their recordings. Our DSP engineers worked hard, crafting and refining
beautiful reverb algorithms to enhance every performance. These effects are
available nowhere else —this quality and integration is only available from the
ZED-FX. ZED effects are easily controlled using 3 buttons with 9 display
LEDs.

LEDs. For example, the ideal delay time can be quickly tapped-in, or the
perfect amount of reverb on the lead vocal can be dialled-in. There is
one-stop navigation and editing—in fact, it’s just as easy as using FX pedals.

10

11

zed 2 bus mixers

mic/line

6

inputs

stereo

3

inputs

3 auxES +
1 FX SEND

ON BOARD FX

mic/line

6

inputs

FEATURES FEATURES

6 mono channels

3 stereo channels with 2-band EQ and inputs for extra sources

16 internal time-delay effects

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

Super wide gain mic/line input

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 pre-fade Aux sends

1 post-fade Aux send

1 internal FX send

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

Illuminated PFL & peak wa

ALPS 100mm faders

Stereo returns & playback

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Mono/stereo function on auxes 1&2

Monitor output section

Alt stereo output source

Alt stereo output source

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Rack ears available

6 mono channels

4 stereo channels with 2-band EQ and inputs for extra sources

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

3 band EQ with MusiQ

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 pre-fade Aux sends

2 post-fade Aux sends

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

ALPS 100mm faders

Stereo returns & playback

Stereo retu

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Mono/stereo function on auxes 1&2

Monitor output section

Alt stereo output source

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Rack ears available

stereo

4

inputs

auxES

4

12 13

zed 2 bus mixers

mic/line

10

inputs

stereo

3

INPUTS

3 auxes +
1 FX SEND

On board fx

mic/line

10

inputs

FEATURES FEATURES

10 mono mic/line inputs

3 stereo channels with 2-band EQ

16 internal time-delay effects

Neutrik mic XLRs

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

Super wide gain mic/line input

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 pre-fade Aux sends

1 post-fade Aux send

1 internal FX send

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

Illuminated PFL & peak wa

ALPS 100mm faders

Stereo returns & playback

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Mono/stereo function on auxes 1&2

Monitor output section

Alt stereo output source

Alt stereo output source

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Rack ears available

10 mono channels

4 stereo channels with 2-band EQ

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

3 band EQ with MusiQ

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 pre-fade Aux sends

2 post-fade Aux sends

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

ALPS 100mm faders

Stereo returns & playback

Stereo retu

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Mono/stereo function on auxes 1&2

Monitor output section

Alt stereo output source

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Rack ears available

R

stereo

4

INPUTS

auxes

4

14 15

zed 2 bus mixers

mic/line

16

inputs

stereo

3

INPUTS

ON BOARD FX

3 auxes +
1 FX SEND

mic/line

16

inputs

FEATURES FEATURES

16 mono channels

3 stereo channels with 2-band EQ and inputs for extra sources

16 internal time-delay effects

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

Super wide gain mic/line input

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 pre-fade Aux sends

1 post-fade Aux send

1 internal FX send

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

Illuminated PFL & peak wa

ALPS 100mm faders

Stereo returns & playback

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Mono/stereo function on auxes 1&2

Monitor output section

Alt stereo output source

Alt stereo output source

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

16 mono channels

4 stereo channels with 2-band EQ and inputs for extra sources

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

3 band EQ with MusiQ

3 band EQ with MusiQ

2 pre-fade Aux sends

2 post-fade Aux sends

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

ALPS 100mm faders

Stereo returns & playback

Stereo retu

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

Mono/stereo function on auxes 1&2

Monitor output section

Alt stereo output source

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

stereo

4

inputs

auxes

4

16

17

4 bus MIXERS

zed-420 zed-428 zed-436

ZED 4 bus mixers are a favourite choice for larger
bands, houses of worship and theatres. They are
also appreciated by AV and PA rental companies
looking for a good return on investment with
minimal maintenance. Available with 16, 24 or 32

TECH SPECS

Operating Levels: Inputs

Mono channel (XLR) Input +6 to –63dBu for nominal (+17dBu in max)
Mono channel Line Input (Jack socket) +10 to –26dBu (+30dBu maximum)
Insert point (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
Stereo Input (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
Stereo input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
2

2 Track Input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum

mic/line inputs plus 2 dual stereo inputs with EQ,
4-band EQ, 4 sub-groups, 6 auxiliary sends and a 7x2
matrix, their truly professional feature set will

mat
fit any sound reinforcement scenario.

18 19

Outputs

L, R & Mono Outputs (XLR) +4dBu nominal. +27dBu maximum.
L, R & M Insert (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
Group Outputs (Jack sockets) +4dBu nominal. +27dBu maximum.
Group Insert (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
Aux Outputs (Jack sockets) -2dBu nominal +21dBu maximum (Bal Option +4)
Matrix Outputs (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum. (Bal Option +4)

Matrix Outputs (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum. (Bal Option +4)
2 Track Output (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
Direct Out (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.

Frequency Response

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain +0.5/-1dB 20Hz to 20kHz.
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz
Stereo in to Mix L/R out +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz

THD+n

THD+n

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 0dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out 0.004%
Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain 1kHz 0.014%
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain 0dBu 1kHz 0.005%
Stereo in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz 0.003%

Headroom

Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu) 21dB
USB in & out headroom from nominal (0

USB in & out headroom from nominal (0Vu) 14dB
USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)
USB Audio In/Out USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.
Sample Rate 32, 44.1, or 48kHz

Noise

Mix Noise, LR out, 16 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -90dB (-86dBu)
Mix Noise, LR out, 24 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -89dB (-85dBu)
Mix Noise, LR out, 32 channels routed,

Mix Noise, LR out, 32 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -88dB (-84dBu)
Mic Pre EIN @ max gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz -127dBu

USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)

USB Audio In/Out USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.
Sample Rate 32, 44.1, or 48kHz

DuoPre

BasedBased on the proven preamps from the hugely successful PA series, ZED
4-bus mixers have DuoPre preamps, which use a two stage design with
carefully controlled amounts of gain in each stage. When amplifying the
signal from the XLR input, the gain range is huge—69dB of range to be
exact—and is very evenly distributed around the gain control, meaning better
control of signal level. Most of the gain comes from the first stage, so
unwanted noise is kept to a minimum. Line level signals are simply plugged
into

into the second stage of the preamp by using the line input jack socket, which
has the great advantages of less noise and matching to a higher input
impedance.

MusiQ – 4 Band

All ZED 4-bus mixers employ a tuned 4-band EQ, taken from our acclaimed
GL2400 mixer, utilising MusiQ British EQ with musical response. The two mid
bands are swept and in/out switching allows instant comparison of the
pre/post EQ signal.

USB audio flexibility

ZEDZED makes it easy to get audio to and from your computer for live sound and
music production. The way this has been implemented on ZED is
super-flexible and super-easy. No longer do you need to fiddle around the
back of your PC to get to the soundcard inputs, only to find that the levels are
all wrong and noisy. Just plug in a USB lead, select the USB routing on the
mixer and the device on your computer and that’s it! CD quality audio to and
from your PC or Mac. Switches and connection through jack socket terminals
provide different send/retu

provide different send/return configurations.

ZED-14 / ZED-18 / ZED-24
Send options:

1) Main Mix Left + Right (Post-fade)

2) Main Mix Left + Right (Pre-Fade)

3) Auxes 1-2

4) Auxes 3-4

Return options:

1) To Stereo 3 channel

zed 4 bus mixers

mic/line

16

inputs

dual stereo

inputs

2

sub groups

4 6

aux sends

mic/line

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inputs

FEATURES FEATURES

16 mono channels

2 dual stereo inputs with 4-band EQ

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch

4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

ALPS 100mm faders

6 auxiliary sends (2 pre, 2 post, 2 pre/post)

4 sub groups fed from each channel

All inputs with level control

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

L, R and M main mix outputs

2 matrix sections available; can send output to USB

Individual channel 48V phantom power

Direct output on every mono channel

Peak and signal indication on every channel

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Master level controls on all outputs

Easy to use layout – all connections and controls on top surface

24 mono channels

2 dual stereo inputs with 4-band EQ

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch

4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

ALPS 100mm faders

6 auxiliary sends (2 pre, 2 post, 2 pre/post)

4 sub groups fed from each channel

All inputs with level control

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

L, R and M main mix outputs

2 matrix sections available; can send output to USB

Individual channel 48V phantom power

Direct output on every mono channel

Peak and signal indication on every channel

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Master level controls on all outputs

Easy to use layout – all connections and controls on top surface

dual stereo

inputs

2

sub groups

4 6

aux sends

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21

zed 4 bus mixers

mic/line

32

inputs

dual stereo

inputs

2

sub groups

4 6

FEATURES

32 mono channels

2 dual stereo inputs with 4-band EQ

Neutrik mic XLR

Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks

Channel insert

Super wide gain mic/line input

4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch

4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch

Illuminated mute

Sound image pan

Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator

ALPS 100mm faders

6 auxiliary sends (2 pre, 2 post, 2 pre/post)

4 sub groups fed from each channel

All inputs with level control

All inputs with level control

12 bar meters

L, R and M main mix outputs

2 matrix sections available; can send output to USB

Individual channel 48V phantom power

Direct output on every mono channel

Peak and signal indication on every channel

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Configurable USB stereo audio in/out

Master level controls on all outputs

Easy to use layout – all connections and controls on top surface

aux sends

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zed recording mixers

ZED-R16 combines an analogue recording
mixer with a FireWire soundcard, MIDI
controls and ingenious ‘home-studio’
routing so you can build tracks in the
studio, record live gigs, mix-down, remix…
all through warm analogue circuitry, 4
band fully parametric classic British EQ
and out and out to crisp, precise digital format.

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FEATURES

In the studio

ZEZED-R16 combines an imaginative feature set with professional build quality to
create the ideal centrepiece for any project studio with big ideas, or larger
studios with dedicated live rooms. Control room speaker and alternate speaker
outputs, plus two separate artist monitor feeds are provided. In addition to the
digital interface, two analogue recording outputs are also available. The
ZED-R16 even has a dedicated internal condenser talkback mic. Features such
as the dual function audio/MIDI faders and built in sequencer transport were
dreamed

dreamed up by engineers here at A&H who have home studios themselves, so
they’ve made sure they’ve built in features they really need.

Soundcard

The internal soundcard features 18 FireWire inputs and 18 outputs plus 16
ADAT I/O. Each channel on the mixer has its own independent soundcard
channel so instruments can be recorded simultaneously (pre or post EQ) and
into the sequencer separately. To minimise clock jitter and provide
synchronicity between the ZED-R16 and other devices, the mixer is equipped
with the professional JetPLL™ digital audio chipset.

Mix-down and live

InIn addition to multi-track recording, the ZED-R16 allows mixing down in
analogue, then recording back into the computer in digital. The bundled
SONAR X1 LE software makes this a breeze. The story doesn’t stop here
however - ZED-R16 can be a versatile live FOH mixer too. In this mode, its 4
aux buses become foldback feeds and FX sends, and the main XLR outputs
feed the PA system. Recording the live gig is straightforward; the record feed
signal can be easily assigned using the four buttons next to the faders.

16 Channel Firewire Recording MiXer

Auxiliary sends

Two pre and two post aux buses can be used as feeds for headphone
amplifiers in the studio, FX sends anywhere, or wedge foldback live. The
talkback function is either routed to the aux or studio outputs, so it’s ideal for
any environment.

FireWire flexibility

TheThe digital audio connections are all present on the rear of the desk. Two
FireWire connectors allow the ZED-R16 to be connected to a computer whilst
the second socket daisy chains devices. Two switches change the sample rate
and routing selection, while 4 connectors allow input and output to ADAT
equipment.

ADAT

InIn addition to the Firewire input and output, the ZED-R16 has 4 ADAT optical
sockets. The I/O routing on the ZED-R16 is identical for the Firewire channels
and the ADAT optical connection. With a combination of panel switches, the
mixer is capable of an incredible 26 simultaneous inputs and outputs. Feed the
ZED-R16 from ADAT lightpipe equipment, or record directly out from 16
channels to 2 ADAT machines, or to another soundcard.

MIDI software control

TheThe MIDI section on the ZED-R16 has been designed to control software
transport, with extra mappable controllers ready to be user-assigned. In
addition to the ZED-R16’s dedicated MIDI controls, all of the channel faders
can be switched to become MIDI controllers.

Monitor section

The ZED-R has two signal paths for monitoring: an output for main control
room monitors and outputs for an alternative set of monitors for checking
mixes. The control room mix can follow either of the two main analogue
outputs or the digital main mix, allowing access to all main audio outputs.

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Operating Levels
Inputs

Mono channel (XLR) Input -6 to –60dBu for nominal (+14dBu in max)
Mono channel Line Input (Jack socket) +14 to –40dBu (+34dBu maximum)
Insert point (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
Stereo Input (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
Stereo input (phono sockets)

Stereo input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
2 Track Input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum

Outputs

Min (2 Track 1) L-R (XLR) +4dBu nominal. +27dBu maximum.
L-R Insert (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
2 Track 2 Outputs (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
All other analogue outputs 0 nominal +21dBu maximum

zed recording mixers

Frequency Response

F

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain +/-0.5dB 20Hz to 140kHz.
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +/-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz
Stereo in to Mix L/R out +/-0.5dB 20Hz to 40kHz

THD+n

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 6dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out 0.0025%
Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain 1kHz 0.0045%
Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz 0.003%

Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz
Stereo in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz 0.004%

Headroom

Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu) 21dB
Digital converter headroom from nominal analogue (0Vu) 16dB

Digital Performance

Analogue to Digital conversion 24bit 114dB dynamic range (A wtd)
Digital to Analogue conversion 24bit 118dB dynamic range (A wtd)

Digital to Analogue conversion
Sample Rate 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz

Noise

Mix Noise, LR out, 16 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -88dB (-84dBu)
Mix Noise, Aux 1-4 out, sends minimum, masters at unity 22-22kHz -86dBu
Mic Pre EIN @ 60dB gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz -128.5dBu

MIDI

Fader and Rotary values 0-127

F
MIDI switches Note on/note off
Transport control MIDI machine control
MIDI channel Default 16. User settable

Power consumption 48W

16 Channel Firewire Recording MiXer