Detail 01
15.2 x 18.3 inches
Deeper than it is wide. Measure your desk or rolling cart — the depth is what usually causes fit problems.
Product detailSKU #1274228072964
Allen & HeathZED-12FX USB Mixer With Effects
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Allen & Heath's compact ZED analog mixer with onboard effects and USB to a computer. For small live rooms, rehearsal spaces and modest recording setups.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small band rehearsals and coffeehouse-size PA setups
- Getting a mixed feed into a laptop over USB
- Adding reverb or delay without an outboard rack
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting recallable digital scenes and motorized faders
- Large stages needing high channel counts
- Grab-and-go gigs where 14 pounds is too much
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
14.3 lbs
Carryable by one person but heavy enough that you'll want a bag or case for repeat load-ins.
Detail 03
USB connection
Sends audio to and from a computer without a separate interface. Simplifies recording rehearsals or running backing tracks.
Detail 04
Built-in effects
Reverb and similar processing live in the mixer, so a small setup needs no outboard unit or extra rack space.
Detail 05
Analog desk, not digital
Every setting is where the knob is. Nothing to recall between gigs — you reset by hand each time.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No case, stand or cables included — budget for those
- 02Check whether the USB path carries enough channels for your recording plans
- 03Confirm the footprint fits your desk, cart or rack shelf
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I record multitrack to my computer through USB?
Check the USB channel count against your needs before buying. Compact analog mixers often send a stereo mix rather than separate channels.
02How big is it on a desk?
15.2 inches wide by 18.3 inches deep. The depth is the constraint on most desks and rolling carts.
03Is it heavy to carry to gigs?
14.3 pounds. One person can manage it, but get a padded bag if you're loading in and out weekly.
04Do I need an outboard effects unit?
No. Effects are built in, which is the point of the FX version. That covers basic reverb and delay needs for small setups.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxd
- 15.2 inch x 18.3 inch
- Weight
- 14.3
