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Allen & Heath ZEDi-10FX Compact Hybrid Mixer/USB Interface (with On-Board Effects Engine)

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Allen & Heath ZEDi-10FX Compact Hybrid Mixer/USB Interface (with On-Board Effects Engine)
Key Features
  • 10-Channel Mixer/USB Interface with FX
  • 2 x High-Impedance Guitar Inputs
  • 4 x Channels Conversion at 24-bit/96 kHz
  • Flexible Signal Routing via USB
Designed to bring the signature Allen & Heath sensibility to a compact and portable frame, the ZEDi-10FX is a ten-channel mixer that sports reverb, delay, chorusing, and tap-tempo functionality. But that's not all: the unit also doubles as a USB interface offering four channels of conversion—either analog-to-digital or vice-versa. On the analog side, you get four XLR inputs, four line inputs, two instrument ports, and two pairs of stereo line inputs. Thus, you'll find the ZEDi-10FX equally suited for live-mixing in small venues and for tracking instruments on the fly.
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Allen & Heath ZEDI-10FX Overview

Designed to bring the signature Allen & Heath sensibility to a compact and portable frame, the ZEDi-10FX is a ten-channel mixer that sports reverb, delay, chorusing, and tap-tempo functionality. But that's not all: the unit also doubles as a USB interface offering four channels of conversion—either analog-to-digital or vice-versa. On the analog side, you get four XLR inputs, four line inputs, two instrument ports, and two pairs of stereo line inputs. Thus, you'll find the ZEDi-10FX equally suited for live-mixing in small venues and for tracking instruments on the fly.

Should you choose use the unit as an interface, you'll find that it comes with Cubase LE, a digital audio workstation which enables you to record, sequence, and edit music, be it audio or MIDI.

In the analog realm, the ZEDi-10FX is crafted with preamps modeled on the Allen & Heath GS2-R24. These channel strips aim to provide warmth, low noise, and a vast expanse of headroom. On-board EQs also come standard with the unit. Two channels feature a button that converts line-level signal into high-impedance jacks, meaning guitar players need not lug an extra DI box around should they wish to go direct into the board.

Turning your attention back to the digital side of things, you'll notice that a USB switch controls the routing of your USB output, enabling you to select how you route and separate the incoming analog signals into your DAW.

Key Features
  • USB audio interface (24-bit/96 kHz)
  • Cubase LE software included
  • Cubasis LE App included
  • 4 x mic/line Inputs with separate XLR and TRS jack sockets
  • 2x stereo inputs with TRS jack sockets
  • 2x guitar DI high-impedance inputs, eliminating the need for DI boxes
  • 4 x high-pass filters (channels 1 through 4) for cleaning up unwanted low-frequency noise
  • 3-band EQ on channels 1 through 4 enable tonal shaping
  • On-board effects module with delay, reverb, chorusing, and tap-tempo functionality
  • 60mm smooth-travel fader on main mix
  • 2 x XLR main outputs
  • 2 x RCA monitor outputs
  • 8x LED signal metering
  • 48V Phantom Power for condenser mics
  • Internal power supply

Allen & Heath ZEDI-10FX Specs

Key Specs
Number of Analog Input Channels
6 (4 Mono / 1 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
4
Analog Output Channels
1x Stereo Master Output
1x Stereo Control Room/Monitor Output
1x Mono Aux Send Output
1x Mono FX Send Output
1x Stereo Headphone Output
EQ
Input Channels:
3-Band EQ (Mono Channels)
2-Band EQ (Stereo Channels)
Built-In Effects
Yes
USB I/O
USB-B
Wireless
No
Rack Mountable
No
Mixer
Max I/O Capacity
6x Input / 8x Output
Number of Analog Input Channels
6 (4 Mono / 1 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
4
Analog Output Channels
1x Stereo Master Output
1x Stereo Control Room/Monitor Output
1x Mono Aux Send Output
1x Mono FX Send Output
1x Stereo Headphone Output
Mix Routing
FX Bus
Faders & Level Adjustment
7x Channel Fader
Meters
LED
Signal Processing
Gain/Trim Range
5 dB to +60 dB
EQ
Input Channels:
3-Band EQ (Mono Channels)
2-Band EQ (Stereo Channels)
Graphic EQ
No
Filters
1x High-Pass: 100 Hz
Solo/Mute
Solo, Mute per Input Channel
Built-In Effects
Yes
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
Up to 96 kHz
Bit Depth
Up to 24-Bit
Connectivity
Analog Inputs
2x 1/4" TS Hi-Z Input
4x XLR 3-Pin Input
4x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input
2x 1/4" Line/Hi-Z Input
2x 1/4" Line Input
4x 1/4" Line Input (2 Stereo Pairs)
Analog Outputs
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
1x 1/4" Aux Output
1x 1/4" FX Output
1x Stereo RCA Monitor Output
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Main Output
Phantom Power
Yes
Digital I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
USB I/O
1x USB-B
USB I/O Capacity
4x Input / 4x Output
Wireless
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Windows / macOS
Power
Input Power
100 to 240 VAC
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Physical
Rack Mountable
No
Dimensions
3.8 x 13.1 x 10.8" / 96.5 x 332.7 x 274.3 mm
Weight
5.1 lb / 2.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
7.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
18 x 13 x 5.5"

Allen & Heath ZEDI-10FX Reviews

Almost Perfect!

By Joaquin
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-18

I mostly use this to record multiple hardware synths to a DAW. It uses space well on my desktop studio. The sound is great. It says 10 inputs, but there are 6 inputs that matter to me: 4 mono, 1 stereo, and 1 USB OR stereo input. So if you're hooking up to a computer, it is like 4 mono + 1 stereo. You can plug in a guitar or mic with or without a preamp, just mash the toggle switches as needed to boost or dampen the signal. The effects are passable, and so no pedals needed. Or, I should say, now I'm only tempted to buy good pedals instead of any pedals. It has an internal power supply. I'm almost perfectly happy with it. Why 4 stars? MacOS detects this as either ZEDi-10FX or A&H Audio 1.0 depending on the how everything gets powered up. (Startup scenario A,B,C explained below.) It always works fine, but the problem is with the different device names. I have to change the preferences of any audio software set to one device name vs the other. This happens a lot. I use a switchable power strip and turn things on/off as I need them. That could be my problem, but whatevs its annoying. So minor complaint, but my prior experience was with a Focusrite Scarlet 2in-2out with nary an issue. So 4 stars. It is still really great. I would otherwise love it. ITS GREAT I LOVE IT!!! It has an internal power supply! The interface is clearly labeled. I basically learned to use it by looking at it. The manual is helpful if spartan. Also, if you care, the power plug is not a conventional computer power cable (IEC-320-C13). It is a less common standard (like the 'ET head' or mickey mouse connector). If you are wondering if you should get this or a ZED10FX, I've read the deciding factor is ZED10 can shape the mid-frequencies with an extra eq knob on each input channel. Its for live gigs. You can boost vocal clarity, dampen boomy instruments, remove unwanted harmonics etc. But ZED10 is one final mix to computer via USB. It doesn't do 4-in-4-out to a DAW like the ZEDi-10FX. So do you want the ability to remove annoying frequencies at a live gig? ZED10. Or do you want to noodle a multi-synth jam into 4 DAW tracks and edit the tracks individually? ZEDi-10FX. I wanted to record multi-instrument uh, performances LOL, and and afterwards keep the good parts, so ZEDi for me. RE: BOOT ORDER & MACOS DEVICE NAMING - 3 SCENARIOS: (A) Devices connected + ZEDi powered on first + Mac boots 2nd = ZEDi10FX audio device. (B) Devices connected + Mac boots 1st + ZEDi boots 2nd = A&H USB Audio 1.0. (C) Mac is on + ZEDi is on + unplug/plug ZEDi = ZEDi10FX. Everything works fine with either audio device name. But DAW software doesn't re-configure automatically to the different names. That's a bunch of clicks.#

nice mixer

By Studiodave101
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-04-26

all allan and heath mixers are excellent .this one has superb mic pres and effects.

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I see full mix control for Str input 1 and mix ...

I see full mix control for Str input 1 and mix control fot St 3. Is there no trim control for Str input 2?
Asked by: John
Yes, there is no trim control for the ST2 input on the Allen & Heath ZEDi-10FX Compact Hybrid Mixer/USB Interface (with On-Board Effects Engine).
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2024-07-22

110 volt or 100 to 240?

110 volt or 100 to 240?
Asked by: Christian
110
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2021-08-02

Hosa Technology GPP290 Monaural Male 1/4" Phone ...

Hosa Technology GPP290 Monaural Male 1/4" Phone to Stereo Female 1/4" Phone Adapter Can the above adapter be used to insert headphones into the adapter re the Zedi 10 FX's "aux out" quarter inch jack? Would this, notwithstanding the need for a converter, to convert line level signal to headphones level signal, work? If headphones are inserted into the aux out jack directly, the result is audio in the left ear only.
Asked by: Christian
First, let's make clear that headphone signal is line level and headphone outputs typically use a stereo connector. The aux output on the Allen & Heath ZEDi-10FX is sending a mono line level output signal via a 1/4" TS (mono) jack, so that is why you only hear audio through the left side of your headphones when you connect the stereo plug to the mono output. The Hosa Technology GPP290 Monaural Male 1/4" Phone to Stereo Female 1/4" Phone Adapter (B&H # HOAPMSPF) will convert the stereo plug on your headphones to mono and that will allow you to hear mono audio through both sides of you headphones (same audio through both sides) when you connect the stereo headphones to the mixer's mono aux output. If you need to connect two sets of stereo headphones to the ZEDi-10FX, a better option would be to use a stereo splitter connected to the mixer's headphone output. The Hosa Technology 1/4" Male to Two 1/4" Female Y-Cable (B&H # HOYCSPM2SPF) will allow you to connect two sets of stereo headphones without sacrificing tone, volume or stereo separation. If you need to accommodate more than two sets of headphones, the best option is to use a separate headphone amplifier connected to the mixer's headphone jack. The Polsen HMA-41 4-Channel Stereo Headphone Amplifier (B&H # POHMA41) or the Mackie HM-4 4-Way Headphones Amplifier (B&H # MAHM4) are good options for this purpose. The headphone amplifier will give each user their own headphone jack as well as an individual volume control to set the volume level for their headphones fas desired.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2022-01-02

Can the usb support usb wireless mics?

Can the usb support usb wireless mics?
Asked by: Ivan
Unfortunately this is not a supported function. If you were to plug a USB microphone directly into the USB port of the ZEDi-10FX, there would be no drivers available for either unit to function properly. Even though some USB devices can be plugged into some computers and function without any additional driver installations (typically computer's running macOS), the USB devices are still utilizing the computer's core audio drivers.
Answered by: Allen & Heath Expert
Date published: 2021-08-06

Which allen heath mixers of similar and also ...

Which allen heath mixers of similar and also smaller size accept 100 to 240 volts?
Asked by: Christian
The ZED 10 and the entire ZEDi series will accept 110 to 220 volts. You will need to change the shpe of the plug as it would come wth the US version.
Answered by: James Cruz
Date published: 2021-08-06

Thanks for the review man, I have question about ...

Thanks for the review man, I have question about MIDI recording. So can I play my MIDI keyboard thru this mixer only, with no usage of audio interface and have low latency?
Asked by: Igor
Unfortunately the ZED-10FX isn't capable of receiving or transmitting MIDI information.  The USB interface on the console can only be used to record or playback up to 4 channels of audio. If your keyboard does produce audio, then yes, you could use one of the stereo 1/4" inputs on the console to record that audio signal via USB.
Answered by: AMS Support
Date published: 2019-10-05

Can the mix in the usb out of the ZEDi10 FX ...

Can the mix in the usb out of the ZEDi10 FX replace my iOS camera mic for live streaming? I have been using an Apple camera connector cable with no luck so far.
Asked by: Tracy
I am the person who asked the question. Here is the answer. You can do it but you lose two inputs. The iPhone camera automatically uses channels M1-M2 as it's audio inputs. In order to get the other inputs and fx into the camera audio, you have to patch the output of your mixer (the monitor outs worked for me) to the line in of M1 M2. That means you can't use them for microphone inputs. That is fine for my setup. If you are using phantom power, routing to the xlr in of M1 M2 could damage your unit. Anyway, it works. I can stream M3-M4-ST1 and ST2 directly to my iPhone 6s with FX. Well, no effects on ST2, but I mainly need the FX on my two mic inputs.
Answered by: Tracy
Date published: 2020-08-10
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