Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX

The Allen & Heath ZED60-10FX is a compact, versatile 10-channel mixer designed for small bands, solo performers, and home studio setups. It brings together high-quality analog circuitry with a USB audio interface and onboard digital effects, making it an excellent all-in-one solution for live performances and recording.

At its core are 4 mic/line channels equipped with Allen & Heath's premium GSPre preamps, delivering low noise, high headroom, and a warm, musical tone. Two stereo line inputs support instruments like keyboards or playback devices. For guitarists, two of the mono channels offer high-impedance inputs, allowing direct connection without the need for DI boxes.

The ZED60-10FX also features a USB interface for easy stereo recording and playback with a computer, and a built-in digital FX processor offering studio-quality reverbs, delays, and modulation effects. Each channel includes 3-band EQ and FX send, and the compact form factor ensures portability without compromising on functionality.

This mixer is ideal for performers who need pro-level sound in a small footprint, combining flexibility, excellent sound quality, and intuitive controls.

• Compact Mixer with USB I/O: Designed for solo performers, duos, and small bands needing versatile live or studio mixing with recording capabilities.

• 4 Mic/Line Inputs with High-Quality Preamps: Four mic/line channels with responsive preamps offer clean sound for vocals or instruments, plus two with Hi-Z switches for direct guitar input.

• 2 Stereo Line Inputs: Extra stereo channels support keyboards, media players, or line-level gear without adapters.

• Built-In FX Engine: Includes 16 editable effects such as reverbs, delays, and modulation tailored for vocals and instruments.

• USB Audio Interface: Record and playback to/from a computer with a single USB connection-ideal for home recording or backing track playback.

• Professional EQ and Monitoring: 3-band EQ on mono channels, along with flexible aux sends for monitors or FX, provide comprehensive control of sound.

• Rugged Design for Portability: Road-ready build with a solid chassis and intuitive layout makes it ideal for gigging musicians and engineers on the move.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• compact analog mixer with 4 mic/line inputs and 2 stereo inputs

• 60mm professional quality faders

• internal 16 digital FX presets

• integrated USB audio interface

• class A FET high impedance DI inputs on 2 mono channels

• Neutrik XLR and 1/4 inch jack connectors

• phantom power 48V on mic inputs

• dedicated stereo record output and stereo playback input

• configurable USB send and return routing

• illuminated PFL indicators

• 12 bar stereo level meters

• DI gain boost switch for high-impedance inputs

EQ AND SIGNAL ROUTING:

• 3 band EQ with sweepable midrange (MusiQ British EQ)

• 1 pre-fade aux send

• 1 post-fade FX send

• pan control per channel

• responsive EQ for corrective or creative shaping

INPUTS:

• 4 mono mic/line channels

• 2 stereo inputs compatible with MP3/CD players or keyboards

• USB input selectable for playback or channel return

• guitar inputs with tube emulation and 26dB gain boost

OUTPUTS:

• main mix left and right on XLR

• aux and FX sends on 1/4 inch jacks

• record and monitor outputs on RCA

• stereo monitor out for speaker feed

USB AUDIO INTERFACE:

• USB 1.1 compliant

• 16 bit codec

• sample rates: 32kHz 44.1kHz 48kHz

• headroom: 14dB from nominal

FX SECTION:

• 16 built-in time-delay based effects

• dedicated FX send bus

• FX controlled via 3 buttons and 9 segment LED display

• editable via tap tempo and level control

AUDIO PERFORMANCE:

• mic input to main out frequency response 10Hz to 30kHz at 30dB gain

• total harmonic distortion (typical):

• mic in 10dB gain 0.002 percent

• mic in 30dB gain 0.01 percent

• line in 0.003 percent

• stereo in 0.002 percent

• guitar input boost off 0.015 percent

• guitar input boost on 2 percent second harmonic

• equivalent input noise (EIN): -127dBu @ max gain

• mix out noise: -96dBu

PHYSICAL AND CONSTRUCTION:

• rugged metal chassis with vertically mounted PCB

• compact and portable design

• professional touring-grade build quality