Allen&Heath ZED-12FX • 12-channel mixer • 6x DuoPre™ microphone/line preamps
• Internal effects unit (16 effects) • 3x AUX
• 3-band EQ with MusiQ on mono channels
• 4x stereo inputs with 2-band EQ • 100mm ALPS faders
• USB audio input/output
• Dimensions 465x385x98 (mm) • Weight 6.5 kg
ZED-12FX is a mixer ideal for live sound. The logical layout of controls along with 100mm faders provide much more efficient control over the audio signal compared to similar products in this price range. It is also great for recording live performances or music projects in home studios. For monitoring purposes, the mixer is equipped with ALT outputs.
Microphone/line preamps: ZED-12FX/ZED-22FX are based on preamps used in the PA series and feature a dual design. XLR microphone inputs have a gain range of up to 69dB. The line input is via a TRS Jack connector.
EQ: The ZED series is equipped with a 3-band equalizer on each mono input and a 2-band EQ on stereo inputs.
AUX: ZED-12FX/ZED-22FX have 4 auxiliary AUX buses. 3 can be used for connecting external devices such as stage monitors, effects units, etc., the fourth bus is used for the internal effects unit.
Effects unit: ZED-12FX/ZED-22FX feature a professional-quality effects processor that utilizes proprietary algorithms developed by Allen&Heath engineers. The range of effects includes classic reverbs, delay + reverb cascades, flanger, and chorus. Different types of effects are selected using simple up/down buttons and tempo (for example, delays) can be set using the TAP button. The audio signal to the DSP unit is converted using 24-bit AD converters with a sampling frequency of 48kHz. The effects are characterized by low noise, low distortion, and transparency.
USB:
Functions as a sound card with stereo input/output. The USB sound card is plug'n'play without the need for driver installation. Compatible with PC/Mac. Through USB, you can record the output from:
- Main mix L+R (post master)
- AUX + effects bus (AUX as pre-fade send, FX as post-fade send)
- Recording bus "Record" L+R (separate stereo bus to the main mix)
