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Allen & Heath ZED-14 Compact 14-Channel Analog Mixer with USB Connection

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Allen & Heath ZED-14 Compact 14-Channel Analog Mixer with USB Connection
Key Features
  • 6 Mono and 4 Stereo Channels
  • 6 x XLR Mic Inputs with Phantom Power
  • 6 x 1/4" Line Inputs
  • 2- or 3-Band EQ per Channel
The Allen & Heath ZED-14 is a compact 14-channel analog mixer offering versatile I/O and a user-friendly workflow for use in home and project studio recording, houses of worship, and live sound reinforcement. The six mono channels feature Neutrik XLR mic and 1/4" line inputs, DuoPre preamps with phantom power and bountiful gain, 1/4" insert points, and 3-band EQ, while the four stereo channels have 1/4" inputs and 2-band EQ. All channels are equipped with long-throw 100mm faders, solo and mute buttons, and independent aux send knobs.

The four aux sends are ideal for routing to floor monitors and outboard time-based effects. A USB 1.1 port delivers 2-channel send and return capabilities via a Mac or Windows computer. There are stereo and mono main outputs in addition to alt and headphone outputs, and dual 12-segment LED meters that clearly indicate your master output level. Patch additional stereo sources into the RCA stereo return and 2-track inputs, then route them to the stereo bus, or mix them into the stereo channels. The stereo RCA output is handy for recording your mix to an external device such as a cassette deck or computer soundcard.
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Allen & Heath ZED-14 Overview

The Allen & Heath ZED-14 is a compact 14-channel analog mixer offering versatile I/O and a user-friendly workflow for use in home and project studio recording, houses of worship, and live sound reinforcement. The six mono channels feature Neutrik XLR mic and 1/4" line inputs, DuoPre preamps with phantom power and bountiful gain, 1/4" insert points, and 3-band EQ, while the four stereo channels have 1/4" inputs and 2-band EQ. All channels are equipped with long-throw 100mm faders, solo and mute buttons, and independent aux send knobs.

The four aux sends are ideal for routing to floor monitors and outboard time-based effects. A USB 1.1 port delivers 2-channel send and return capabilities via a Mac or Windows computer. There are stereo and mono main outputs in addition to alt and headphone outputs, and dual 12-segment LED meters that clearly indicate your master output level. Patch additional stereo sources into the RCA stereo return and 2-track inputs, then route them to the stereo bus, or mix them into the stereo channels. The stereo RCA output is handy for recording your mix to an external device such as a cassette deck or computer soundcard.

6 Mono Inputs
There are six mono input channels with Neutrik connectors—XLR for balanced mic signals, and 1/4" for balanced/unbalanced line-level sources
Four Stereo Inputs
The four stereo input channels feature 1/4" connectors to accommodate stereo devices such as keyboards, synth modules, and external effects processors
Flexible EQ Section
All mono channels feature 3-band EQ with sweepable midrange, while the stereo channels offer 2-band EQ
Inserts
Inserts on all mono channels and the stereo output provide easy integration of analog outboard gear such as hardware compressors and equalizers
Independent Aux Sends
Four mono aux sends with independent level controls allow versatile signal routing to floor monitors and external effects processors
USB Connection
A USB 1.1 port allows direct connection to Mac and Windows computers for stereo audio I/O
Flexible Outputs
The ZED-14 offers balanced XLR stereo main outputs, a 1/4" mono main output, 1/4" and 3.5mm stereo headphone outputs, and a source-selectable stereo alt output

Allen & Heath ZED-14 Specs

Total # Of Inputs
14
Mic/Line Inputs
6 x 3-Pin XLR Female Mic Inputs (Balanced)
6 x 1/4" TRS Line Inputs (Balanced/Unbalanced)
Stereo Line Inputs
8 x 1/4" TRS Line Inputs (Four Stereo Pairs, Balanced/Unbalanced)
In-Line Inputs/Returns
No
Aux Sends
4 x 1/4" TRS Mono (Balanced)
Aux Returns
2 x RCA Coaxial Line Inputs (One Stereo Pair, Unbalanced)
Inserts
6 x 1/4" TRS on Mono Channels (Unbalanced)
2 x 1/4" TRS on Stereo Bus (Unbalanced)
BUS (Group) Outputs
No
Main Outputs
2 x 3-Pin XLR Male (One Stereo Pair, Balanced)
1 x 1/4" TRS Mono (Balanced)
Monitor Outputs
2 x RCA Coaxial Alt Outputs (One Stereo Pair, Unbalanced)
1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Headphone Output (Unbalanced)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output (Unbalanced)
2-Track I/O
2 x RCA Coaxial 2-Track Input (One Stereo Pair, Unbalanced)
2 x RCA Coaxial 2-Track Output (One Stereo Pair, Unbalanced)
ALT I/O
1 x USB Type-B (2-Channel Send/Return)
EQ Section
High (All Channels): ±15 dB at 12 kHz
Mid (Mono Channels): ±15 dB at Selectable Frequency (120 Hz to 4 kHz, Sweepable)
Low (All Channels): ±15 dB at 80 Hz
High-Pass Filter
12 dB/Octave at 100 Hz, Switchable
Solo/Mute
Mute and PFL Solo
Channel Level Control
100 mm Fader
Trim/Gain Control
Rotary Control
Gain Range
Mic Inputs: -6 to +63 dB
Line Inputs: -10 to +26 dB
Stereo Inputs: -∞ to +10 dB
Faders: -∞ to +10 dB
Returns: -∞ to +10 dB
Aux Masters: -∞ to +6 dB
Alt Out: -∞ to +6 dB
Phantom Power
+48 VDC, Globally Selectable
Metering
Dual 12-Segment LEDs
Peak LED per Channel
USB Specification
USB 1.1 Compliant
Bit Depth
USB: 16-Bit
Sample Rates
USB: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz
Nominal Input Level
Mic Input: -63 to +6 dBu
Mono Line Input: -26 to +10 dBu
Stereo Line Input: 0 dBu (+10 dB with Control Off)
Insert Point: 0 dBu
Maximum Input Level
Mic Input: +17 dBu
Mono Line Input: +30 dBu
Insert Point: +21 dBu
Nominal Output Level
0 dBu
Maximum Output Level
+21 dBu
Frequency Response
Mic In to Main Out (30 dB Gain): 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0.5 dB, -1 dB)
Line In to Main Out (0 dB Gain): 10 Hz to 30 kHz (+0.5 dB, -1 dB)
Stereo In to Main Out: 10 Hz to 30 kHz (+0.5 dB, -1 dB)
THD + N
Mic In to Main Out (0 dB Gain, 1 kHz, +10 dBu Out): 0.004%
Mic In to Main Out (30 dB Gain, 1 kHz): 0.014%
Line In to Main Out (0 dB Gain, 1 kHz, 0 dBu): 0.005%
Stereo In to Main Out (0 dB Gain, 1 kHz, +10 dBu): 0.003%
Headroom
Analog Headroom from Nominal (0 VU): 21 dB
USB In and Out Headroom from Nominal (0 VU): 14 dB
Noise
Mic Pre EIN: -127 dBu (Maximum Gain, 150-Ohm Input, 22 Hz to 22 kHz)
Main Out: -84 dBu (L/R Faders at 0, 22 Hz to 22 kHz)
Power Consumption
40 W Maximum
Power Requirements
100 to 240 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz
Dimensions
15.2 x 3.9 x 18.3" / 38.5 x 9.8 x 46.5 cm
Weight
14.3 lb / 6.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
19 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
24.5 x 20.6 x 10"

Allen & Heath ZED-14 Reviews

Pro sound and easy to use

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-30

If you are thinking about getting this mixer, just buy it . You will have no regrets this us an amazing and very accurate mixer and the meters are great as well as the faders.

Pro quality, fair price

By CAS Sildom
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-12-26

We use this mixer for radio production. It works fine, just like the expensive gear that professional radio stations have.

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Can I use this mixer for hybrid zoom meeting ...

Can I use this mixer for hybrid zoom meeting calls. I have in person particpants with mics and then external participants on the zoom. I need to be able to receive and send audio?
Asked by: Aiden
Yes, the Allen & Heath ZED-14 Compact 14-Channel Analog Mixer with USB Connection can be used for hybrid Zoom meetings with participants in the same location and over Zoom. The mixer has a built-in USB audio interface that is capable of sending a stereo signal into a computer as well as sending audio from the computer back to the mixer.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2024-06-05

Does this come with a USB cable?

Does this come with a USB cable?
Asked by: Bob
Yes, a USB cable is included with the Allen & Heath ZED-14 Compact Analog Mixer.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2024-06-24

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I would like to mount this in a 10 U slant top mixer case (B&H # MAMAM14UW), is it 10U in size?
Asked by: Andrew D.
Yes, you can do it. Accommodates 10U mixer and 14U of vertical rack accessories...
Answered by: AIME M.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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