Description
Discover the Allen & Heath ZED-18, a premium 10-Mic/Line 4-Stereo i/p USB Mixer designed for the discerning musician, venue, or hire company seeking exceptional audio quality in a compact, rack-mountable format. With the ZED-18, you gain access to a comprehensive feature set that sets it apart in its class.
Experience unparalleled USB audio flexibility with the ZED-18, allowing seamless audio transfer between the mixer and your computer. No more hassle of adjusting levels behind your PC - simply connect a USB lead, select the routing on the mixer, and start capturing pristine CD-quality audio effortlessly.
Delve into the world of precision sound shaping with the responsive 3-band, swept mid frequency EQ design featuring MusiQ technology. Tailor your sound with optimised EQ slopes, ensuring individual instruments shine through the mix with clarity and definition.
Unleash the power of the DuoPre pre-amps, offering a two-stage design for precise gain control and minimal noise interference. Whether amplifying signals from XLR inputs or accommodating line-level signals, the DuoPre design delivers a remarkable 69dB of gain range with exceptional signal fidelity.
Experience the versatile ZED-18 with 10 full mono channels and 4 stereo channels, providing ample connectivity options for live performances and recording sessions. Elevate your audio production with the ZED-18 and Sonar X1 LE Software, a multipurpose USB Mixer that seamlessly blends live sound and studio recording capabilities.
Transform your sound experience with the Allen & Heath ZED-18 - where innovation meets audio excellence. Elevate your audio productions to new heights with this exceptional USB mixer that brings unparalleled versatility and fidelity to your music endeavours.
Product Specifications
General
- Input
- Mono channel (XLR) Input +6 to –63dBu for nominal (+17dBu in max)
- Mono channel Line Input (Jack socket) +10 to –26dBu (+30dBu maximum)
- Insert point (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
- Stereo Input (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
- Stereo input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal (control = Off to +10dB)
- Output
- L, R & Mono Outputs (L&R XLR, Mono Jack) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
- Aux Outputs (Jack sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
- Alt Outputs (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
- Rec Outputs (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
- Frequency Response
- Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain +0.5/-1dB 20Hz to 20kHz.
- Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz
- Stereo in to Mix L/R out +0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz
- THD+n
- Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 0dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out 0.004%
- Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain 1kHz 0.014%
- Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain 0dBu 1kHz 0.005%
- Stereo in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain +10dBu 1kHz 0.003%
- Headroom
- Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu) 21dB
- USB in & out headroom from nominal (0Vu) 14dB
- USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)
- USB Audio In/Out USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.
- Sample Rate 32, 44.1, or 48kHz
- Noise
- Mic Pre EIN @ max gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz -127dBu
- Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, 22-22kHz ZED-18 -86dBu
Physical & Dimensions
- Height: 98mm
- Width: 464mm
- Depth: 465mm
- Weight: 8.5kg
Delivery: 2-3 working days
