Allen & Heath ZED-18 | 10 Mono 4 Stereo Channel Neutrik XLR 1/4 Inch USB Mixer

The Allen & Heath ZED-18 is a versatile, high-quality audio mixer, ideal for musicians, venues, and hire companies seeking advanced audio features in a compact, rack-mountable format. The ZED-18 features ten full mono channels and four stereo channels, making it perfect for capturing high-quality stereo recordings with its configurable USB audio in/out. With features like Neutrik mic XLR, Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks, and a super wide gain DuoPre mic line input, this mixer ensures optimum performance and sound clarity.

The ZED-18 is designed for easy operation and flexibility. It boasts a 3-band EQ with MusiQ, four auxiliary sends, illuminated mute and PFL and peak warning indicators, ALPS 100mm faders, 12 bar meters, and a configurable USB stereo audio in/out. The mixer also includes features to enhance your live performance or recording sessions, such as stereo returns and playback, a monitor output section, a mono/stereo function on aux 1 and 2, global +48V phantom power, and a bundle with Cakewalk SONAR LE.

Whether you're performing live or recording in the studio, the Allen & Heath ZED-18 USB Mixer delivers professional-grade audio mixing with enhanced control and functionality, all packed into a robust, rack-mountable unit. Its wide array of features and exceptional build quality make it a great choice for serious audio professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Key Features

• 10 mono channels
• Neutrik mic XLR
• Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks
• Channel insert
• Super wide gain DuoPre mic line input
• 3-band EQ with MusiQ
• 4 auxiliary sends
• Illuminated mute
• Sound image pan
• Illuminated PFL and peak warning indicators
• ALPS 100mm faders
• 4 stereo channels with 2-band EQ
• Stereo returns and playback
• All inputs with level control
• 12 bar meters
• Mono/stereo function on auxes 1 and 2
• Monitor output section
• Alt stereo output source
• Configurable USB stereo audio in/out
• Global +48V phantom power
• Cakewalk SONAR LE bundled with mixer
• Rack ears available

Specifications

• Width: 18.3 inches
• Height: 3.6 inches
• Length: 18.3 inches
• Unpacked Weight: 18.7 lb
• Packed Weight: 28.6 lb
• Operating Levels 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)
• L, R and Mono Outputs (L and 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.
• 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%
• Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu): 21dB
• USB in and out headroom from nominal (0Vu): 14dB
• USB Audio CODEC: 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-14: -88dBu
• Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, 22-22kHz ZED-18: -86dBu
• Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, 22-22kHz ZED-24: -84dBu

Package Contents

• Allen & Heath ZED-18 USB Mixer
• Power Cable
• User Manual
• Cakewalk SONAR LE Software