Allen & Heath ZEDi-8 Compact Hybrid Mixer/USB Interface

Designed to bring the signature Allen & Heath sensibility to a compact and portable frame, the ZEDi-8 is a four-channel mixer that doubles as a USB interface. On the mixer side, you get two XLR inputs, two line/instrument inputs, and two pairs of stereo line inputs. Utilize this unit's digital capabilities and you'll find yourself with two channels of conversion—analog-to-digital or vice-versa. Thus, you'll find the ZEDi-8 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-8 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 2x 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 2x high-pass filters (channels 1 and 2) for cleaning up unwanted low-frequency noise 2-band EQ on channels 1 through 4 enable tonal shaping 60mm smooth-travel fader on main mix 2x XLR main outputs 8x LED signal metering 48V Phantom Power for condenser mics Internal power supply Specs Number of Analog Input Channels 6 (2 Mono / 2 Stereo) Number of Mic Preamps 2 Analog Output Channels 1x Stereo Master Output1x Stereo Headphone Output EQ Input Channels:2-Band EQ Built-In Effects No USB I/O 1x USB-B Rack Mountable No Mixer Number of Analog Input Channels 6 (2 Mono / 2 Stereo) Number of Mic Preamps 2 Analog Output Channels 1x Stereo Master Output1x Stereo Headphone Output Faders & Level Adjustment 5x Channel Fader Signal Processing EQ Input Channels:2-Band EQ Filters 2x High-Pass Built-In Effects No Digital Audio Sample Rates Up to 96 kHz Bit Depth Up to 24-Bit Connectivity Analog Inputs 2x 1/4" TS Hi-Z Input2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input2x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Hi-Z Input4x 1/4" Line Input (2 Stereo Pairs)2x XLR 3-Pin Input Analog Outputs 1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Main Output Phantom Power Yes USB I/O 1x USB-B USB I/O Capacity 2x Input / 2x Output Physical Rack Mountable No Dimensions 3.5 x 9.8 x 9.3" / 88.9 x 248.9 x 236.2 mm Weight 3 lb / 1.4 kg Packaging Info Package Weight 5.445 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 15.05 x 11.85 x 5.45"