Allen & Heath ZED Series Mixers Review by Sweetwater Sound
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- Опубликовано: 30 июн 2024
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Nick D'Virgilio presents the ZED series of mixers from Allen & Heath. The ZED series ranges in connectivity from 10 inputs up to 32 inputs and more, so there's a ZED mixer for most mixing applications. All of the different models are easy to use and clear sounding, with quality preamps based on the PA series DuoPre mic preamps.
This model, the ZED-14, sports six mono inputs and four stereo inputs. All mono inputs have a 3-band EQ with sweepable mids - the stereo channels each have a 2-band EQ. Each channel has four aux sends, two pre-fader and two post-fader. You've got a lot of input, output and routing options.
The USB connectivity on the ZED series makes it super easy to record to and play back from a computer. It's ideal for recording rehearsals or gigs with a minimal effort. No USB drivers are required, so you can just plug in, open up your DAW software, and record.
Thanks for watching - click the link above for even more detailed information on the Allen & Heath ZED-14, Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones, and Korg Kross synth workstation used in this video! 
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Thank you for review, great!!
Damn I didn't know D'Virg plays keys too, that was pretty cool!
Hmmm, I’m trying to decide on a new mixer for onstage use at gigs, just gonna have 3 or 4 keyboards going into it in stereo, then from the desk to FOH, which is a better built more reliable and better sounding mixer? Soundcraft EPM or Signature models or Allen & Heath ZED14?
Is it possible to use effects on the laptop via usb in a live situation?
just threw in as an afterthought "you only get 2 channels at a time." that's the whole reason i'm looking for a mixer.. i need more than channels going into my computer.
Buy one of the tascam 16 channel interface. they are very reasonably priced and you have a dedicated interface which you can independently sell later.
djey308 get the zed R16 you can record 16 channels simultaneously via fire wire
Yep, when I heard him say that, I also knew this was not for me :)
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Yeah, 2 channels at a time! Wtf!?!? Not for me. Lol
hii sir i had one question please help me....how to add effects like reverb via USB.. for live mixing...? please let me know how to work..
i recently purchased an Zoom H6 recorder. My question is, where do i plug into the mixer to get the best quality recording? Thank you for sharing
+Brian Davey Well if you are talking about inputs, I recommend using XLR
Hello, does it can do record only 2 track? Or multi track? I can not get multi inputs for recording via Logic Pro on Macbook Pro.
execellent tutorial thanks
How do i run my subwoofers separately from my tops?
I really need help I have the same one but pro tools will not even detect the zed 14
Oh and just one other question. This mixer has no FX right? It has just USB? I'm looking for a mixer with a full analog signal path - so I'm hoping this is the mixer for me! Ive heard that all the mixers which has onboard digital effects send the signal through the effects even when they are switched off or turned down - so the signal is converted into digital :( I want a pure analog mixer
Not a rep, but i can say that connecting your stereo instruments in the way you mentioned will indeed give you stereo image. The zed series of mixers vary in the way of digital effects, some do not have any while the ones that do, specify so. I understand what you mean about the digital coloration that occurs when going through "off" digital circuitry, but if you're planning to record out of the board keep in mind that your audio will at some point be converted to digital unless you are super old school tape recording which i seriously doubt and even so just think of the inevitable mp3 files played back on ipod earphones by your listeners haha.
you also had to say that you can always create new tracks, as many as necessary to produce a whole song track by track! It is very confusing what you say because it gives the feeling that you can only record 2 tracks inside a multitracker, if you understand what I mean! Great Video and great playing from your part, thanks and greetings from Germany!
Hi, which one is better for live performance? ZED10fx or ZEDi10fx?? I don't need interface..
I don't see any volume knob for the MONO OUTPUT. The MONO volume is linked with the MASTER OUT?
Hey there! Thanks for reaching out. You're exactly right! The Mono Out is linked to the Main Out, so the master fader will be the end of the chain before you hit that output. If you have any other questions, or want to chat more about how this would work in your setup, give me a shout at the contact info below.
Rock on! 🎶🤘
Cassie O'Hanlon, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 3020, cassie_ohanlon@sweetwater.com
No compression?
Thanks for the vid. Question: why are u going from keyboard into 2 momI tracks instead of 1 stereo R-L track?
To show the 3band eq. the stereos only have a 2way eq.
Is this mixer compatible with cubase??
To connect an electric guitar to it do I need a DI box? On the 12fx.
nice it g0t inserts and things have a audio interface thats got line per track then out and mix it there, then if you like the old school analog warmth sound record to cassette deck after the mix boom done easy
How the hell can you use the firewire on the ZED 16? No new computer has firewire? Does that make the ZED 16 already obselete?
why do I need Firewire? I am great with USB Audio Interfaces, this mixer are for that, and for the millions which use USB, these mixers are not obsolete!
Allen & Heath ZED-16FX or Soundcraft Signature 16?
i want a good mixer for live performance
What did you finally buy?
Do these mixers come with the ears so that mounting in a case is an option?
Hello, Bobby! They do not, but you can buy the rack ears separately depending on the mixer size.
Thanks for the interest!
Spunde, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1732, Spunde@Sweetwater.com
HOW MANY WATTS on the 12Channel???
Can the Inserts be used for individual direct outs for recording multiple tracks through an interface?
Hey, Pete. Thank you for checking out our RUclips video. The Allen & Heath Zed mixers do offer inserts on every channel on the larger mixers in the series. Those inserts can be wired to be a send to a recording setup as individual outputs. For instruction on modifying the cables to have a proper connection, please check out this link:
support.allen-heath.com/Knowledgebase/Article/View/208
If you have any other questions, please reach out.
Grant Embury, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1647, grant_embury@sweetwater.com
@@sweetwater SOME models offer this. The ZED10 does not offer inserts on all channels - just across the main mix (eg for compressor)
I'm going to ask a really newbie question....so please don't shout me down lolI have two instruments - a roland RD800 stage piano and a synth. Both of these are stereo. If I take the leads from these instruments and use the mono channel strips on this mixer would I get stereo sound again by panning the LEFT and RIGHT? Does that make sense?
Yes, it makes perfect sense.
Kind of a confusing question. If you want stereo from each keyboard you need to take left and right from each one ... So 4 mono channels. Then you can pan them how you want ... Most times not extreme left and right ... Probably left 10 o'clock and right 2 o'clock if you need to pan at all. If you run them straight up at 12 you are still at least getting a stereo output from the keyboard which if the main thing because most of them don't work right unless you take a stereo output form them.
This mixer has its own stereo inputs so you don't really have to do that
@@obergssin why wouldnt you pan hard left/right - isn't that the way to get full stereo width from two mono channels, for pads, for example, this is how I would doo, and if layering Ii may pan some of them a bit differently, say 11 and 14??
funny how the sound gets funny when he said EQ
How many individual tracks can I have as inputs on logic?? Is this only two inputs for logic??
Hi, good question! Yes, the ZED series mixers are definitely an analog focused mixer and only have a 2 x 2 audio interface built in. This allows you to patch the master bus into your DAW and return a backing track or other two track source from your computer. If you are looking for a solid analog style mixer with a bunch of I/O, you may want to look at the Tascam Model series mixers. They will give you I/O per track allowing much more complex routing solutions. If you want to dig into hybrid mixers further, give me a call!
Drake Sobehrad, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 3271, drake_sobehrad@sweetwater.com
Can this mixer be used alongside a reel to reel?
I have the same question I have a 8 track tascam reel to reel
sir better option 1-macke profx v2, Allen & heath zed-16fx. please please reply sir
what I could say to you is, the zed 16fx has a great audio interface and you can record 4 channels at the same time. I find that Zed is better when it goes to noise floor, cleaner and better sound, I have both of them, that is why I say this! Macky is also a great mixer of course!
@@papa.alfredo thanks
What is your software program for recording? pls
Audacity
Protools
Get "Samplitude X Pro" or the big brother "Sequoia X Pro", both version 15, there is nothing like them, specially with their Object Editor which is a Godsend ! They look also great, both have a great mixer included and lots of great hi quality FXs and VSTi instruments, a complete superb Music Studio!
Does the mixer have a phase button?
No.
I need a much longer usb connector as its goin in to my phone/ camera app....and doesnt stretch very far anyone??
Does it come with mounting hardware?
Hey, Mark. Thank you for checking us out of RUclips. To answer your question, the rack mount kits on the Zed line are sold separately. You would need to buy the ones specifically made for the particular mixer in the line you buy. If there is anything else I can help with, please let me know.
Thanks,
Grant Embury, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1647, Grant_embury@Sweetwater.com
What are the blue channel faders for please?
Stereo return channels. You can use them to monitor signals from like a CD player, or returns for like a reverb unit etc..
@@lamlo thank you.
Is it possible to record multitrack in your DAW via USB?
+The Flight Music not really. you only get 2 channels of audio over usb.
+ClamsAnonymous I have an interface with 4 mic inputs thats I've used all simultaneously through a USB? is theres something I'm missing? :o
you only get two channels of audio over usb ON THIS MIXER
Francisco Salcido something tells me a lot of people don’t know how to set up the driver inputs
Brian Thomas it’s not an audio interface
Does anyone know how many floor wedge monitors can I run true ZED22FX mixer?
Hey, Ponzo. Thanks for reaching out! The Allen & Heath ZED22FX is a great mixer that will give you a lot of Input/Output options. Typically this is designed for 3 monitor mixes (2 of them pre and 1 being post), but if you’re just using powered monitors you can daisy chain as many as you want as long as you’re okay with having up to 3 monitor mixes. Pre mixes would be ideal!
I hope this info helps, but let us know if you have any more questions. Thanks and take care!
Jack Wellington, Sweetwater Sale Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 3240, jack_wellington@sweetwater.com
@@sweetwater Thanks a lot for your help 👍
Annoys me that these don't have any sub groups or alt 3/4 mute out.
The basic ZED10 also looses channels if you want EFX returns. It actually becomes only 6 channels because there are actually only 8 to start (4 mono, 2 stereo)
Im not selling mine as I needed a PROPER 10-ch mixer! :/
how many aux it have?
Hey, Mr JN! Thank you for reaching out! This mixer has 2 Pre-Fader aux sends and 2 Post-Fader aux sends. If you need anything else at all, give me a call or send me a message. Rock On!
Philip Courtney, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, (800) 222-4700 ext. 1968, philip_courtney@sweetwater.com
Bring back the gsr 24
Bonjour le groupe j ai ma console allen&heath zed18 le son ne sort pas main out pour l amplificateur j ai démonté il ya deux résistances brûlé les valeur ne se voir plus
Pre Fader Listen? ... I thought it was Pre Fader Level? not being a tool, just interested?
+Simon Berry No sir! PFL and AFL (Pre Fader Listen and After Fader Listen) I believe are terms created by SSL. PFL is the sound before (pre) it his the fader. So it's the sound without all the effects. AFL is the sound after it goes through the fader which is also known as "Solo" :)
+Simon Berry You're right. Generally it's called 'level'. I suppose it depends who you hang out with or where you come from; it's like a dialect.
You speak very fast! Take it easy!
Such a shame Sweetwater drills and calls you like no tomorrow to do sell you their equipment but do not make a decent videos. It's like just get it out of the way and see if someone orders it???
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he said "multitrack recording" in the beginning, then only 2 mono inputs at a time. not cool. waste of time...
…firewire?… oh! The video is 7 years old.
not just really.... but really really ;)
Lasted 3 uses /1 week.
Smelled electrical burning.
Channel one with a mic burned out. Gone. Boxed up and waiting for return label. Disappointing.
Musicistherapy It’s a great mixer! You unfortunately got sent a lemon though :(
What the aplication for setting mixer to laptop..i need the softwer ..please if u can give me link for softwer ..thanks be fore..
have you a Mac or PC Logic pro x software for mac and pro tools for mac and pc or cubase
@@georgianwindow for get pro tools and cubase reaper it does the same for less and only 60. then free is and that does the same also is Tracktion when they up date they give the old out free each time lmao
Firewire? Nope, it's USB. Unfortunately USB 1.1, which is kinda unforgivable in 2016. Still a pretty good series of stage mixers offered at a reasonable price (by A&H standards.) Be aware, however, that these are made in China, not in the UK.
+Paolo Pizzi The zed R-16 model has Firewire.
My ZED22FX has USB 1.1. I only got it a few months ago. Maybe they switched from FW to USB with the last production batch.
+Paolo Pizzi The R model is Firewire. The FX and standard Zed models are USB 1.1 as you stated.
OK, got it. :)
This gentleman is very helpful and kind, however I must say just on looks alone, he looks like he could be Ted Cruz's brother ;-)