Allen & Heath
Allen & Heath AH-ZED16FX 16-Channel Mixer with USB & FX
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Pro-Grade Mixing On the GoThe Allen & Heath ZED-16FX offers a compact, touring-quality mixer with integrated effects and USB I/O. Ideal for bands and venues needing a portable solution without compromising audio quality and control. Specifications: Channels: 10 Mono, 3 Stereo EQ: 3...
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Overview
Pro-Grade Mixing On the Go
The Allen & Heath ZED-16FX offers a compact, touring-quality mixer with integrated effects and USB I/O. Ideal for bands and venues needing a portable solution without compromising audio quality and control.
Specifications:
- Channels: 10 Mono, 3 Stereo
- EQ: 3-Band with MusiQ
- FX: 16 Time-Delay Effects
- Preamps: DuoPre XLR Microphone Preamps
- USB: Stereo In/Out
Key Features
DuoPre XLR Microphone preamps, including 48V Phantom power for condenser microphones and up to 69dB of gain. Each preamp uses two gain stages to provide a full and accurate sound across the entire gain range with enough power for even the most gain hungry mics.
A 100Hz High Pass Filter on every mono input allows unneeded low frequencies to be removed, then the 3-band MusiQ EQ with swept mid frequency uses carefully selected frequencies to ensure your sound sculpting is always musical. Cut or boost highs and lows with shelving EQ and use the mid frequency selection to choose exactly where to adjust the mid frequencies, especially useful for vocals, guitar and other instruments with a rich mid-range.
A built-in, studio quality multi-FX unit provides 16 different, tweakable FX types including reverbs, delays and modulation with tap tempo to keep everything in time. These are not your average compact mixer FX either, using algorithms developed entirely in-house by our DSP experts rather than an ‘off-the-shelf’ chip.
A routable stereo-in stereo-out USB connection makes it easy to record the whole main mix or just the channels you need and enables a stereo return from the connected device to be routed back to the mix. It’s also class compliant and does not require drivers, meaning not just Mac and Windows computers can be connected, but also many mobile devices such as tablets or even smart phones.
Optional rack ear kit [ZED1802-RK19] securely fits the mixer into a standard 19” rack or flight case.
10 Mic, 10 Line/ Inst, 3 Stereo (2 Left, 2 Righ), 2 USB Audio, 1 FX Return
Specifications
Channels
16
Microphone Preamps
DuoPre XLR
Phantom Power
48V
Gain Range
Up to 69dB
High Pass Filter
100Hz (on mono inputs)
EQ
3-band MusiQ with swept mid
Built-in Effects
16 types (Reverbs, Delays, Modulation)
USB Connectivity
Routable Stereo In/Out (Class Compliant)
Optional Accessory
Rack ear kit [ZED1802-RK19]
Mono Input Channels
10 Mic, 10 Line/Inst
Stereo Input Channels
3 (2 Left, 2 Right)
Additional Inputs
2 USB Audio, 1 FX Return
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- DuoPre XLR microphone preamps deliver up to 69dB of gain for robust signal handling and accurate sound.
- The 3-band MusiQ EQ with swept mid-frequency offers musical sound sculpting, especially for vocals and instruments.
- A built-in studio-quality multi-FX unit provides 16 unique, tweakable effects, designed in-house.
- Class-compliant USB connectivity allows easy recording and stereo return without requiring dedicated drivers for computers and mobile devices.
- An optional rack ear kit is available for securely fitting the mixer into standard 19-inch racks or flight cases.
👎 Cons
- The 100Hz high-pass filter on mono inputs is fixed, which may limit precision for specific low-frequency removal needs.
- The mixer's 16 channel count might be more extensive than necessary for very compact setups, potentially increasing footprint.
- The lack of 'Pre-Fade' auxiliary outputs means monitoring mixes might not be independent of the main mix level.
- While built-in effects are provided, the absence of detailed parameter control descriptions might require a learning curve for users.
- The rack ear kit is an optional purchase, meaning it does not come included with the mixer itself for immediate rack mounting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of microphone preamps are included in the AH-ZED16FX mixer?
The mixer features DuoPre XLR microphone preamps that provide up to 69dB of gain and 48V phantom power, designed for accurate sound reproduction.
Can this mixer connect to a computer without installing additional software?
Yes, the routable stereo-in stereo-out USB connection is class compliant, meaning it connects to Mac, Windows, and many mobile devices without requiring drivers.
What are the equalization capabilities on the mono input channels?
Each mono input includes a 100Hz High Pass Filter and a 3-band MusiQ EQ with a swept mid-frequency, ensuring musical adjustments for various instruments and vocals.
Does the mixer have built-in effects?
Yes, it includes a studio-quality multi-FX unit offering 16 different, tweakable effect types such as reverbs, delays, and modulation, developed in-house.
Is it possible to mount this mixer in a standard equipment rack?
Yes, an optional rack ear kit (ZED1802-RK19) is available to securely fit the mixer into a standard 19-inch rack or flight case.
How many microphone inputs does the AH-ZED16FX mixer have?
The AH-ZED16FX mixer is equipped with 10 microphone inputs.
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