OFFLINE Allen and Heath ZED 436 Mixing Desk

Full Description

Perfect For Live & Studio Applications

The ZED 436's wide range of outputs and its streamlined design makes it perfect for a range of applications from live band performances to intimate studio sessions. The mixer itself features a range of premium quality components that results in a powerhouse of a mixing console, delivering studio-grade signal processing with support for Phantom Power and more. Taking inspiration from previous mixer models, Allen & Heath have developed the ZED 436 with both studio engineers and FOH engineers in mind. The mixer features 32 channels of mic and line inputs plus 2 dual stereo inputs, making it ideal for larger studio sessions and FOH use. Other features include a 4-band EQ, 4 sub-groups, 6 auxillary sends and a 7 x 2 matrix.

USB Connectivity

One of the most unique features of the ZED 436 is the built-in USB connection. Nowadays a common requirement for live sound and music production is the ability to send audio to and from a computer. With the ZED 436 this is easier than ever, simply connect a USB lead to your mixer with the other end connected to your device on your computer, select the USB routing on the mixer and you're ready to go. Recording CD quality audio from live performances is now easier than ever.

DuoPre

Taken from the highly successful PA series from Allen & Heath, the DuoPre pre-amps feature a two-stage design with controlled amounts of gain in each stage. The way the gain staging is evenly distributed results in better control of your signal level. A large amount of the gain comes from the first stage, minimising any unwanted noise. Line level signals are ran through the second stage of the pre-amp via the line input jack, resulting in less noise even with a higher input impedance.

MusiQ 4-Band EQ

The ZED-436 also features a premium-quality 4-band EQ , that was originally found in the renowned GL2220 mixer. The ZED-436 has incorporated this feature for optimising audio quality as well as the quality of the signal itself. The MusiQ EQ features an optimised slope (Q Factor) allowing you to equalise individual instruments with ease.

Features

• 32 mono channels
• 2 dual stereo inputs with 4-band EQ
• Neutrik mic XLR
• Neutrik 1/4 inch jacks
• Channel insert
• Super wide gain ‘DuoPre’ mic line input
• 4-band EQ with 2 swept mids and in/out switch
• Illuminated mute
• Sound image pan
• Illuminated PFL & peak warning indicator
• ALPS 100mm faders
• 6 auxiliary sends (2 pre, 2 post, 2 pre/post)
• 4 sub groups fed from each channel
• All inputs with level control
• 12 bar meters
• L, R and M main mix outputs
• 2 matrix sections available; can send output to USB
• Individual channel 48V phantom power
• Direct output on every mono channel
• Peak and signal indication on every channel
• Configurable USB stereo audio in/out
• Master level controls on all outputs
• Easy to use layout – all connections and controls on top surface

Specifications

• Inputs
  • 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)
  • 2 Track Input (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
• Outputs
  • L, R & Mono Outputs (XLR) +4dBu nominal. +27dBu maximum.
  • L, R & M Insert (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
  • Group Outputs (Jack sockets) +4dBu nominal. +27dBu maximum.
  • Group Insert (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal +21dBu maximum
  • Aux Outputs (Jack sockets) -2dBu nominal +21dBu maximum (Bal Option +4)
  • Matrix Outputs (TRS Jack socket) -2dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum. (Bal Option +4)
  • 2 Track Output (phono sockets) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.
  • Direct Out (TRS Jack socket) 0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.

• Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu) 21dB
• USB in & out headroom from nominal (0Vu) 14dB

• 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

• 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%

• USB Audio In/Out USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.
• Sample Rate 32, 44.1, or 48kHz

• Mix Noise, LR out, 16 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -90dB (-86dBu)
• Mix Noise, LR out, 24 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -89dB (-85dBu)
• Mix Noise, LR out, 32 channels routed, Ref +4dBu, 22-22kHz -88dB (-84dBu)
• Mic Pre EIN @ max gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz -127dBu