[NAMM] Allen & Heath ZED-16FX & ZED-18

The new ZED-16FX and ZED-18 each have 10 fully-featured mono channels and 3 or 4 dual stereo channels, respectively.

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In keeping with the rest of the range, both mixers have a connection for USB send and return for recording, playback and effects. The 10 mono Mic/Line inputs feature Allen & Heath’s DuoPre two stage preamp, 3-band MusiQ EQ with swept mid frequency, and 100mm faders, all in a compact, rack mountable format. The stereo inputs have 2-band EQ and inputs for extra sources, and there are 4 auxes accessible from each mono and stereo channel.

Additionally, the ZED-16FX has a built-in FX processor with TAP tempo delay settings and a 24 bit/48kHz conversion rate, with access to a set of 16 in-house designed effects derived from Allen & Heath’s iLive pro touring digital mixing system.

Cakewalk’s SONAR X1 LE music production software is bundled with the ZED-18 and 16FX mixers, enabling the user to perform various different tasks, for live performance, live recording, studio recording, or studio mixing. The combination of ZED and SONAR is designed to allow the user to capture a recording of a stereo mix, record tracks individually to build up a song, or insert an FX plug-in from SONAR.

ZED mixers are built with rotary controls secured to the front panel with steel nuts and components include Neutrik mic XLR and 1/4" jack connectors.

Pricing & Availability:

The new ZED models will be launched at NAMM 2012. SRP is:

• ZED-16FX £490 ex VAT
• ZED-18 £417 ex VAT

Check out www.allen-heath.com for more details.