Description:
Product Description
The Allen & Heath ZED60-14FX is a compact, multi-purpose analog mixer designed for live sound and professional recording. With 8 mono mic/line channels, 2 stereo channels, 2 high-impedance class A FET DI inputs, 69dB preamps, 16 integrated effects, 2x2 USB interface, 14 professional 60mm faders, 3-band EQ, main output inserts, professional XLR outputs, vertical circuit construction, and professional build quality, the ZED60-14FX is ideal for bands, recording studios, producers, live sound engineers, and musicians looking for a compact yet comprehensive mixer.
Versatile Input Channels
Eight Mono Mic/Line Channels
The ZED60-14FX offers 8 mono mic/line channels with professional XLR and TRS jack connectors. The first six channels are standard mic/line, while channels 7 and 8 include high-impedance class A FET DI inputs to connect guitars, basses, and other instruments directly without the need for external preamps.
Two Class A FET High-Impedance DI Channels
Channels 7 and 8 include 2 high-impedance class A FET DI inputs, allowing you to connect guitars, basses, and other instruments directly. These channels offer high-impedance input, class A FET amplifier for exceptional transparency, and a DI/Line switch for input flexibility.
Two Stereo Channels
Two dedicated stereo channels for effects returns, keyboards, synthesizers, portable music players, and any stereo source. Each stereo channel includes 2-band EQ.
Total of Ten Input Channels
The "ZED60-14FX" designation refers to the mixer's 14 faders, not 14 input channels. The total number of input channels is 10 (8 mono + 2 stereo), providing exceptional versatility for live sound and recording applications.
High-Performance Preamps
Exceptional 69dB Gain
Allen & Heath preamps provide 69dB of gain, sufficient for low-output dynamic microphones, quiet acoustic sources, and weak line-level instruments.
Class A FET Amplifiers
The DI channels (7 and 8) include class A FET amplifiers to capture the essence of high-level instruments with exceptional transparency and clarity.
Three-Band MusiQ Equalizer
Musically Optimized EQ
The 3-band MusiQ EQ was specially designed by Allen & Heath analog engineers. The mid-frequency band is sweepable, allowing you to adjust the center frequency for maximum flexibility when equalizing individual instruments.
Two-Band EQ on Stereo
The stereo channels include a 2-band EQ for high and low frequency control.
Sixteen Integrated Effects
24-bit Effects Processor
The ZED60-14FX includes a 24-bit effects processor with 16 carefully selected integrated effects, including reverbs, delays, and modulations of the same quality found in professional Allen & Heath digital consoles.
USB Audio Interface
2x2 USB Interface
The ZED60-14FX includes a 2x2 USB audio interface (16-bit/48kHz) that allows stereo recording from the main mix and USB return for playback and monitoring.
Professional Outputs
Main XLR Outputs
The main XLR outputs include professional connectors and insert points for external processing.
Full Auxiliary Outputs
Dedicated outputs for monitoring, including headphone outputs and separate monitor outputs.
Fourteen Professional 60mm Faders
Professional Quality 60mm Faders
The 14 professional 60mm faders provide smooth and reliable control, designed to withstand heavy use in live and professional recording environments. They include 8 faders for mono channels, 2 for stereo channels, and 4 for aux/master channels.
Professional Construction
Vertical Circuit Construction
The ZED60-14FX uses individual vertical circuit construction, a unique method in its price class that provides exceptional robustness and facilitates maintenance. Each channel is mounted on an independent vertical circuit board.
Professional Quality Components
Many of the components used in the ZED60-14FX are exactly the same as those in larger professional Allen & Heath consoles, providing exceptional quality and reliability.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Allen & Heath ZED60-14FX |
| Type | Compact multi-purpose analog mixer |
| Mono Channels | 8 mic/line channels |
| DI Channels | 2 high-impedance class A FET DI channels (channels 7-8) |
| Stereo Channels | 2 stereo channels |
| Total Input Channels | 10 channels (8 mono + 2 stereo) |
| Faders | 14 professional 60mm faders |
| Preamps | 8 XLR-TRS combo preamps (mic/line) |
| Preamp Gain | 69dB |
| DI Amplifiers | 2 high-impedance class A FET amplifiers (channels 7-8) |
| Phantom Power | +48V on all mono channels |
| Input Connectors | Professional XLR and TRS Jack |
| Inserts | Yes, on main outputs |
| Mono EQ | 3-band (high, sweepable mid, low) |
| Stereo EQ | 2-band (high, low) |
| Effects Processor | 24-bit |
| Integrated Effects | 16 effects (reverbs, delays, modulations) |
| USB Interface | 2 input / 2 output (16-bit/48kHz) |
| Main Outputs | Professional XLR with insert points |
| Auxiliary Outputs | Monitoring and headphone outputs |
| Recording Outputs | Individual 2-track outputs |
| Dimensions | 440mm (width) x 346mm (depth) x 95mm (height) |
| Weight | Approximately 6.2kg (13.6 lbs) |
| Power Supply | External AC adapter (300W maximum) |
| Construction | Vertical circuit construction, high-quality professional components |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz to 30kHz |
Ideal for
The Allen & Heath ZED60-14FX is ideal for small to medium-sized bands looking for professional-quality analog mixing, guitarists and bassists who want to connect their instruments directly via DI inputs, small and medium-sized recording studios, professional podcasters, content producers who need advanced mixing control, live sound engineers, musicians who want professional-quality integrated effects, people who value robust construction and easy maintenance, and any audio professional seeking a compact yet comprehensive mixer with 10 versatile input channels.