Allen & Heath MixWizard WZ4 12:2 12-Channel Analog Mixer

Now in its 4th generation, the MixWizard series of all purpose mixers from Allen & Heath is your ideal companion for those scenarios where you don’t need masses of channels, but you still need to deliver superb audio quality. The WZ4 12:2 provides 8 mono mic/line inputs, 2 full channel dual stereo inputs, and 2 stereo return inputs, for a total of 20 input connections.

The 2 dual stereo channels are ideal for stereo playback or for hooking up keyboards and other stereo instruments. The WZ4 12:2 features Allen & Heath's acclaimed 4 band EQ with 2 sweepable mids, high quality 100mm faders, 6 aux sends, 12 segment bargraph metering and their unique QCC connector system for easy desktop, rack or flightcase mounting.

Additional features for this 4th generation MixWizard console include two newly designed digital FX engines with 20 studio quality FX presets, EQ in/out switching and the option to fit a multichannel USB interface with high quality 16 channel soundcard for easy multitrack recording and 2-track playback. All these qualities make the WZ4 12:2 with rental companies, live venues, houses of worship, recording studios and broadcasters.

Features

• 19" Rack mountable
• 8 mic/line inputs with balanced XLR/TRS jack, insert and direct output
• 100mm faders
• 2 Dual Stereo inputs with separate gain and ‘ON’ switches allowing inputs to be selected independently or mixed together
• 4 band EQ with 2 swept mids
• 6 Aux sends - 2x pre fade / 2x switched / 2x postfade (can be reconfigured with internal jumpers)
• 2 Stereo returns

Specifications

• Maximum output level:
  • XLR +26dBu into 600 ohms max load
  • Jack +21dBu into 2k ohm max load
• Internal headroom:
  • Channels +21dB
  • Mix +23dB
• Meters 3 colour LED, quasi peak response
• Sensitivity 0VU = +4dBu at XLR output
• Master meters 12 segment -30 to +16dB
• Channel meters 2 segment -12, +16dB (5dB before clip)
• Frequency response 10Hz to 30kHz +/-0.5dB
• THD+n at +10dBu 1kHz Channel to mix out < 0.004%
• Crosstalk at 1kHz
  • Fader shutoff >90dB
  • Channel mute>90dB
  • Inter channel >90dB
• Noise, rms 22Hz to 22kHz:
  • Mic EIN -127dB
  • Residual output noise < -95dBu (-99dB S/N)
  • LR unity fader mix noise < -83dBu (-87dB S/N)
• Channel HPF 12dB/octave below 80Hz
• Mono EQ HF Shelving, +/-15dB, 12kHz:
  • HM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 500Hz to15kHz, Q=1.8
  • LM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 35Hz to 1kHz, Q=1.8
  • LF Shelving, +/-15dB, 80Hz
• Stereo EQ HF Shelving, +/-15dB, 12kHz:
  • HM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 2.5kHz,Q=1.8
  • LM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 250Hz, Q=1.8
  • LF Shelving, +/-15dB, 80Hz
• Power supply:
  • 100-240V, 50/60Hz auto sensing, IEC input
  • Power consumption 45W max
  • Mains fuse T630mA L 20mm
• Free standing dimensions: 20" W x 20.9" D x 7.7" H
• Rack mounted (Underside connectors): 19" W x 4.8" D x17.5" H, 10 RU
• Rack mounted (Rear connectors) 19" W x 7.6" D x 19.6" H 11.2 RU
• Weight W4-122 unpacked 11 kg (24 lbs)