Introduction
The Allen & Heath ZED12FX is a compact mixer designed for both live performances and studio use. Its intuitive design and versatile features cater to musicians, small bands, and content creators seeking quality audio control.
Design and Build
- Sturdy and compact design
- User-friendly layout with labeled controls for easy navigation
- Durable construction suitable for regular use
Features
- 6 mic/line inputs with DuoPreTM preamps for pristine sound quality
- 3-band EQ on all channels for precise sound shaping
- Built-in FX with 16 effects presets for added creativity
- USB connectivity for effortless recording and playback
- Flexible monitoring options for precise control over audio
Performance
- Exceptional sound clarity and minimal noise interference
- Smooth fader controls for seamless mixing
- Versatile connectivity options for various instruments and devices
Pros
- Robust construction ensures durability
- Intuitive design makes it user-friendly
- Versatile features cater to various needs
- Impressive sound quality and FX options
- USB connectivity enhances recording capabilities
Cons
- Limited FX presets compared to higher-end models
- Some users might desire additional input channels for larger setups
Conclusion
The Allen & Heath ZED12FX is a great mixer for musicians and content creators. It’s tough, easy to use, and has cool features like different sound effects and USB connection. Even though it has some limits on effects and inputs, it’s still really good for making good sound for music or content.
DougC –
This is all anyone would want in a mid-range mixer and then some. It is larger than pictured, be sure to measure your workspace. Very well packaged, arrived in perfect condition. If you have never used a mixer, it will take quite awhile to get the hang of it as the Instruction Manual is not good. Sure it explains what the plugs and knobs are for but there are no practical examples. The company should make some videos and post them on their website. It was a lot of trial and error on my part but I am 100% satisfied with it.
christopher burgess –
This product makes the fx10 very small
It has excellent echo
Ceraolo Tindaro Daniele –
Numeri uno
Zackery Shelley –
I ordered the ZED12FX strictly for a karaoke gig. It has only ever had mic levels run through the mono channels. The board has also only ever been run by myself, so I know the gain structure and levels have always been good. Not one channel nor the main bus has ever been clipped! Still lost the pre-amps on one channel. I’ve run Allen & Heath in the past and found them to be good manufacturers, until now. I’ll think twice before ordering one of their products again.
Terry Wade –
The top rating goes to this Mixer because it delivers! It does what it says it does. Easy settngs to get the presets. Clean pre amps and easy to use overall. So far it has taken care of all the needs I have. I would recommend this mixer. The most important thing is it’s Clean!!!
J smani –
Sound quality is perfect and easy to work with
Michael –
Niente da dire il miglior mixer analogico
Ginkosivi –
Ottimo mixer ben fatto e affidabile. Lo usiamo sia in sala prove che fuori nei Live e lavora molto bene.
Raul Lopez –
I feel i am compelled to write a review about this product I bought from Amazon.When buying for a mixer the first thing I look for is how clean the sound is when gain is set to lowest level.Some mixer will have a hum even at the lowest point. The effects were great and it is very easy to use.XLR connectors were made by Neutrik, and they are using Alps faders which gives you an assurance of a very clean sound, no crackling for a very long period of time.
Jazzman –
Had to send the first one back
Amazon Customer –
This is a excellent mixing board. The mic pre amps are very good. I use this for VJ, DJ, and KJ. The 100 mm faders are the best I’ve used. Setting up this mixer was easy and straight forward. Feed back through mics is almost non existent. This board cost quite a bit more than the Mackies and Berhingers but there is no comparison. I highly recommend this product
Richard Paul Daignault –
The options and performance of this piece of studio gear. I love it.
ladycoll –
I’ll stay with Allen and Heath, the mixing channels sound great.
But I should heave been a more critical consumer.
I should have known the USB and FX functions would be underwhelming and waste space as they do on most mixers.
The biggest problem I have is with the dedicated send and returns being 1/8 jacks, that was a problem I didn’t even think to look for. Huh??!?? I’m guessing someone finds that useful..but with the rest of the board being industry standard 1/4 and XLR…strange choice in my book.
So long story short, a traditional user loses channels on send/return. Problem.
Not a poor quality mixer by any stretch but features are a little odd so just make sure they are what u need.