Allen & Heath Zed-6FX

The Allen & Heath ZED-6FX is a compact six-input analog mixer with a built-in effects engine, designed for solo musicians, presenters, and small bands in modest venues, hotels, churches, and schools. Two mic/line channels with preamps derived from the GS-R24 studio console, two Hi-Z guitar inputs, two stereo inputs, and onboard reverb, delay, and chorus with tap tempo make it a capable little mixer.

Highlights

• 2 mic/line inputs with separate XLR and TRS jacks and 48 V phantom power
• Preamps derived from the Allen & Heath GS-R24 for warmth and headroom
• 2 Hi-Z guitar inputs, no DI box needed
• 2 stereo line inputs on TRS jacks
• Internal FX engine with tap tempo; 2-band EQ and high-pass filter
• XLR main outputs, headphone output, 8-LED metering, internal power supply

Allen & Heath ZED-6FX: Big Sound in a Small Mixer

The ZED-6FX packs Allen & Heath’s renowned sound into a compact, portable frame. Its preamps, derived from the GS-R24 studio console, deliver low noise, warmth, and wide headroom, and two-band EQ shapes vocals and instruments quickly. The built-in effects add reverb, delay, and chorus, with tap tempo to sync delays to the music.

Built for Musicians

Two high-impedance guitar inputs let guitarists and bassists plug straight in without a DI box, and the stereo inputs handle keyboards, drum machines, and playback devices. PFL buttons let you check a source in headphones before bringing it into the mix, and the XLR main outputs connect to any PA.

Setting Up the ZED-6FX

Connect microphones to the XLR inputs, enabling phantom power for condensers, and plug guitars into the Hi-Z inputs. Connect keyboards or music players to the stereo inputs, and the XLR main outputs to your powered speakers. Set gain using PFL and the meters, shape the sound with EQ, and add effects to taste.

What to Pair With the ZED-6FX

Pair the ZED-6FX with powered speakers, vocal and instrument microphones, mic stands, quality cables, and closed-back headphones for monitoring.

Compact Mixers for Small Gigs

For singer-songwriters, duos, and presentations, a compact mixer like the ZED-6FX is easier to carry and faster to set up than a larger console, while still giving you EQ, effects, and phantom power. It also makes a great submixer for keyboards or a drum machine in a larger rig.

ZED-6FX vs. ZEDi-10FX

The ZED-6FX is a purely analog mixer for live sound, with no USB connectivity. The ZEDi-10FX adds more channels, 3-band EQ, and a built-in 4×4 USB audio interface for recording. Choose the ZED-6FX for simple live mixing, and the ZEDi-10FX if you also want to record to a computer.

Allen & Heath ZED-6FX FAQ

Does it have USB recording? No. The ZED-6FX is analog only; the ZEDi-10FX adds USB.

Can I plug a guitar in directly? Yes. It has two high-impedance guitar inputs.

Allen & Heath ZED-6FX Specifications at a Glance

• Inputs: 6 (2 mic/line, 2 stereo; 2 Hi-Z)
• Preamps: GS-R24-derived, 48 V phantom
• EQ: 2-band with high-pass filter
• FX: internal engine with tap tempo
• Outputs: XLR main, headphone
• Metering: 8-LED
• Power: internal supply

Who Buys the Allen & Heath ZED-6FX

• Solo musicians and duos
• Presenters and lecturers
• Small churches and schools
• Hotels and small venues

Why Buy the Allen & Heath ZED-6FX From Metro Sound & Lighting

Metro Sound & Lighting isn’t a catalog-only retailer. We design, install, and service sound systems in-house, so our team can help you choose the right mixer and support your system after the sale. We offer B2B and integrator pricing for churches, schools, and venues.

Browse more options in our Analog Mixers category, or see the full specifications on the official Allen & Heath ZED Compact product page.