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Allen & Heath ZED-12FX is a multipurpose analog mixer with onboard effects carrying 6 mic/line channels with inserts, 3 stereo channels, a 2-in 2-out USB audio interface, 3 aux channels plus an internal FX bus, XLR main outputs with insert points, 3-band EQ with a sweepable mid and 100 mm faders.
Where the ZED range starts taking a full band seriously.
ZED Mid is the range Allen & Heath aims at bands, houses of worship and venues that have outgrown a compact desk. Every model carries channel inserts on the mono inputs, XLR main outputs with insert points, a 2-in 2-out USB interface, 3-band EQ with a sweepable mid, and 100 mm faders rather than the short-throw faders found further down the range.
The preamp is where the ZED range earns its reputation. Allen & Heath's DuoPre design splits the gain into two stages, which keeps noise down and headroom high across the whole range of the control rather than only at the top of it. It is the same R&D team that builds the preamps on the company's flagship touring consoles.
MusiQ EQ was designed specifically for the ZED mixers. Rather than borrowing a generic curve, the analogue engineers set the target frequencies and the slope of each band around what actually needs correcting on instruments and voices, which is why it tends to sound right with less movement of the controls.
At a Glance
| Type | Multipurpose analog mixer with FX |
| Mic/line channels | 6, with inserts |
| Stereo channels | 3 |
| USB audio | 2 in / 2 out |
| Aux sends | 3 plus internal FX bus |
| Effects | Onboard digital FX |
| EQ | 3-band with sweepable mid |
| Faders | 100 mm |
What Do the Channel Inserts Do?
Each of the six mic/line channels has an insert point, which puts an external compressor or gate in that single channel's path. That is how a vocal gets its own compressor on an analog desk, and it is the main thing separating ZED Mid from the smaller ZED ranges.
Who Is the ZED-12FX For?
Bands with a full backline, houses of worship with a rhythm section and several vocals, schools, and venues that need aux sends for monitors as well as a main mix.
How Many Monitor Mixes Can I Send?
Three aux channels, plus a separate internal FX bus so the effects send does not consume one of them. On a stage that means up to three independent monitor mixes with reverb still available.
How Is It Different From the ZED-14?
The ZED-12FX has 6 mic/line channels, 3 stereo channels, 3 auxes and an onboard FX engine. The ZED-14 has the same 6 mic/line channels but 4 stereo channels and 4 auxes, and no effects.
Connections
| Mic/line channels | 6, with inserts |
| Stereo channels | 3 |
| Aux sends | 3 plus internal FX bus |
| USB audio | 2 in / 2 out |
| Main outputs | XLR with insert points |
Why Allen & Heath?
Allen & Heath has built mixing consoles in Cornwall, England since 1969, starting with desks for Pink Floyd, Genesis and The Who. The company still designs its own analog preamps and EQ in house, and the same R&D team works on both the flagship dLive touring systems and the compact ZED range. That is why a small ZED mixer carries preamps developed alongside consoles used on arena tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a genuine Allen & Heath product?
Yes. Victory is a veteran owned dealer in Miami and units ship new in original packaging with full manufacturer support.
Is this covered by warranty?
Yes. This console carries the full Allen & Heath manufacturer warranty, registered to you as the original purchaser. Call 844-687-4208 for the current term.
Does it have channel inserts?
Yes, on all six mic/line channels, plus insert points on the XLR main outputs.
How many aux sends does it have?
Three, plus a separate internal FX bus so effects do not use up an aux.
What size are the faders?
100 mm, the same throw used across the ZED Mid and ZED Max ranges.
Why Buy From Victory Musical Instruments?
Victory Musical Instruments is a pro audio and musical instrument dealer in Miami, Florida. We support churches, schools, municipalities, studios and working musicians across South Florida and ship nationwide. Every unit is new in the original factory packaging with full manufacturer support. Call 844-687-4208 to check lead time, request a quote for a project or bid, or arrange local pickup.