Overview
Allen & Heath ZEDi-8 8-channel Mixer with USB Audio Interface
ZEDi-8 gives musicians, recording artists and venues the ruggedness and hands-on control of an analogue mixer, paired with the versatility and convenience of a 2×2 USB interface. Whether it’s bouncing ideas around at home, performing live or recording tracks to share on YouTube and Soundcloud, ZEDi-8 is a versatile companion for every step of the creative journey. Featuring the new GSPre boutique preamp design, developed from the revered GS-R24 studio recording console, the ZED boasts exceptionally low noise and massive headroom, with a signature analogue warmth and depth. Guitarists will be pleased to know that ZEDi-8 comes with a pair of Guitar DI high impedance inputs, allowing guitars to be plugged straight into the mixer without the hassle and expense of carrying separate DI boxes.
MIXER + USB INTERFACE
ZEDi-8 offers the best of both worlds, incorporating a studio quality 2 in / 2 out, 24-bit/96kHz USB audio interface for hassle-free recording and playback to/from a Mac or PC, or to an iOS device using the iOS camera kit. The USB output source can be set up in several different ways to match your workflow. ZEDi-8 is class compliant with Mac and iOS.
EXCEPTIONAL AUDIO QUALITY
ZEDi-8 features an exceptional new preamp design, created by analogue guru, Mike Griffin and developed from his highly acclaimed GS-R24 studio recording console. Known as GSPre, the preamps deliver exceptionally low noise and massive headroom, and the warmth and depth that Allen & Heath’s analogue range is famous for. For tonal shaping, the precise MusiQ EQ controls have been carefully calibrated for responsiveness and precision, making it easy to shape and enhance each musical source.
ROAD TOUGH
All ZED mixers are designed and built to Allen & Heath’s legendary touring grade standards to ensure a long life in the toughest environments. All channels are on individual, vertical circuit boards and all rotary controls are secured to the front panel with a steel nut to guard against impact damage.
Specifications
- Channels: 8
- Computer Connectivity: USB (2 x 2)
- Faders: 1 x 60mm Main Mix fader
- Inputs - Mic Preamps: 2
- Phantom Power: 2
- Inputs - Line: 2 x 1/4" TRS (line/instrument)
- Inputs - Other: 4 x 1/4" TRS (stereo paired)
- Outputs - Main: 2 x XLR (left, right)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
- USB: 1 x Type B
- EQ Bands: 2-band EQ
- Software: Cubase LE (included)
- Height: 3.5"
- Width: 9.8"
- Depth: 9.3"
- Weight: 3 lbs.
