18-channel analogue mixer with 10 Mic/Line inputs, 4 stereo inputs, 4 AUX buses and 2×2 USB audio interface.

The ZED-18 is a versatile analogue mixer for bands, venues and recording, combining 10 Mic/Line channels, 4 stereo channels, 4 AUX buses and a 2×2 USB audio interface.

The ten mono channels feature DuoPre preamps, 3-band MusiQ EQ with swept mid frequency, High-Pass filter and Insert. The four stereo channels feature 2-band EQ, while all inputs provide individual level control. 48V phantom power is available for microphone inputs.

The mixer provides 4 AUX buses - 2 pre-fade and 2 post-fade - as well as XLR Main L/R outputs with Insert. The 2×2 USB audio interface provides stereo recording and playback, while the 100 mm ALPS faders provide precise level control.

Specifications

Inputs and channels

• Mic/Line inputs: 10 mono channels
• Stereo inputs: 4 stereo channels
• Mic/Line connections: Neutrik XLR and 6.3 mm TRS Jack
• Stereo connections: 6.3 mm TRS Jack
• Preamps: DuoPre
• Channel Insert: on each mono channel
• Phantom power: 48V
• Channel level control: all inputs

EQ and control

• Mono channel EQ: 3-band MusiQ with swept mid frequency
• Stereo channel EQ: 2-band
• High-Pass filter: on mono channels
• AUX: 4 buses - 2 pre-fade and 2 post-fade
• AUX 1/2: mono/stereo function
• PFL: illuminated
• Mute: illuminated
• Pan: stereo image control
• Faders: ALPS 100 mm
• L/R metering: 12-segment

Connections and USB

• Main outputs: XLR L/R with Insert
• Mono output: 6.3 mm Jack
• Alternative Stereo output: stereo
• Monitor outputs: stereo
• Record output: stereo
• Stereo Return: stereo return
• 2-Track Return: stereo return
• Headphone output: 6.3 mm
• USB: 2 in / 2 out
• USB audio: configurable stereo audio recording and playback

Dimensions and data

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 98 × 464 × 450 mm
• Weight: 8.5 kg
• Power supply: internal power supply
• Rack mounting: optional Z1802-RK19X 19" rackmount kit