The MixWizards have been designed with the same commitment to professionalism and detail that has made Allen & Heath a

leading name in larger format mixing consoles for nearly 30 years. Thousands of PA rental companies, touring and recording

artists, systems contractors, houses of worship and clubs are already enjoying the benefits of the MixWizard Series.

Now the series offers even more, with a host of added and upgraded features across the range, further establishing the

MixWizards as the choice in high specification compact mixers. In the way they sound, the way they perform and

in their construction, nothing compares with the MixWizard Series.

s e r i e s

4 band EQ with 2 sweepable mids

100Hz low-cut filters

Balanced mic/line inputs

6 auxes on individual pots

100mm dust protected smoothtravel faders

QCC connectors for easy rack ordesktop mounting

MSP electronic design forexceptional audio clarity

range

QCC

Allen & Heath’s unique QuickChange Connector systemallows reconfiguration of allMixWizards for desktop, rack orflightcase mounting. Unlikemany similar systems, QCC isquick and convenient to use -your MixWizard can be changedfrom desktop to rackmountformat and back, in just a couple of minutes.

MSP

Any signal processing willinevitably change the originalsound - even sending a signaldown a wire will have a minuteinfluence. The crystal-clearMixWizard sound is achieved byAllen & Heath’s MSP (MinimumSignal Path) electronic design,wide-band flat responseamplifiers, top-grade low noisecomponents and solidgrounding. Your ears will knowthe difference.

Build Quality

The MixWizards feel professionalbecause they are professional -and they are built to last. All rotary controls are securelybolted to the front panel - so therugged all-metal chassis takesthe weight of any impact. Eachinput and master output has itsown vertically mounted circuitboard for rigidity and ease ofservice or modification.

With 8 mono inputs and 2 fully featureddual stereos, this latest addition to therange provides all the professionalism of itssister consoles at a new lower price point.Like the WZ16:2 DX, the WZ12:2 DX comescomplete with onboard digital effects.

WZ12:2DX

Building on the unprecedented successof the original WZ16:2, the new modelhas the same winning features for thebroadest range of applications, plus ahost of new assets, including onboarddual effects processor, channel on LEDsand more.

WZ16:2DX

A truly versatile 4 group console withmode switching for front of house and/ormonitoring applications, plus extensiverecording capability. New and upgradedfeatures include a switchable 1kHzoscillator/pink noise generator andindividual phantom power switching.

WZ14:4:2+

12 Segment bargraph metering

70dB input ranges

Direct outputs

10U Rack size

Channel ON switches and LEDs

+48V switchable phantom power

AFL/PFL monitoring

Metal jack sockets

MixWizardWhen we held the first design meetings for the MixWizard series, we had a veryclear goal in mind - to create a range of compact mixers with big features, greatsound and totally professional build quality. The phenomenal sales that theMixWizards have enjoyed tell me that we got it right.

Now the best has got even better. We’ve looked at the areas where we couldimprove on the existing MixWizard designs, adding useful features such as a Pinknoise generator for the WZ14:4:2+ and onboard FX for the other models. We’velistened to your requests for metal jacks and channel on led’s - you’ll now findthese on all MixWizards. Internally, we’ve changed the way the circuit boards areconnected to make servicing even easier, and we’ve created a new universal inputheat reducing power supply.

There’s even a completely new MixWizard, the WZ12:2DX, which offers the samecommitment to quality and attention to detail that have made its sister consolessuch a big hit, but at an even more affordable price point.

I hope that you get as much enjoyment from using the new improved MixWizards aswe have had in designing them.

Carey DaviesR&D ManagerAllen & Heath

the

WZ14:4:2+

10 Mic/Line Inputs◆ High gain, low distortion preampsmatch all signals, from -60dBu.

distance miking to +10dBu high levelelectronic instruments.◆ Individually selected +48V.Phantom Power on all mic/line inputs.◆ Jack inserts on each input provideeasy access for gates, compressors etc.◆ 100Hz low-cut filters.◆ Exceptional 4 band EQ with 2 midsweeps, with overlapping frequency forcomplete corrective and creative accessto all frequencies. EQ bypass switchesenable easy in/out comparisons andeliminate noise on untreated signals.◆ Peak and PFL warning LED.◆ 6 aux sends on individual controls.Auxes 1-4 and 5-6 can be set pre orpost fade for monitor feeds or fxprocessing. Aux levels provide up to6dB boost when needed. Sends aretaken post EQ, post on switch, thoughinternal links can enable changes to thedefault settings if required.◆ Channel ON switch with LED.◆ Pan controls with centre detent allowpanning across groups and LR◆ 100mm smooth throw faders forprecision control and up to +10dB extraboost.◆ Direct outs are provided post-fade formultitrack recording and special feeds.

2 Stereo Inputs◆ Independent A and B sources onphono and 1/4” jack connectorsrespectively.◆ 4 band EQ.◆ Routing to all 6 auxes, with internallinks allowing selected auxes to beconfigured as stereos.◆ Outputs to busses, with the stereoimage positioned via a balance control.◆ Peak and PFL led and switch.

4 Stereo Returns◆ Total of 8 possible fx returns (excluding the 2-track return) on paired 1/4” jacks.◆ Returns can be fed to corresponding auxes(return 1 summed to aux 1, return 2 to aux 2 etc.).Each return can also be fed to the LR.◆ PFL switch and warning led.

Dual FunctionalityWZ14:4:2+ excels as a F-o-H console,as a Monitor mixer, or as acombination of the two.

In F-o-H mode the 4 groups and LRfeed auditorium speaker arrays, delaysystems, dressing rooms, foyers etc,whilst the aux sends provide localmonitors and fx.

WZ14:4:2+ becomes a dedicatedmonitor console by activatingtamperproof mode switches. The auxand group/LR feeds are swappedover, giving XLR outs, inserts forgraphic EQ’s and 100mm fadercontrols to all 6 aux mixes.

In Dual Mode, as many auxes andgroups are swapped over asrequired, allowing all mixingfunctions to be provided by a singleengineer and a single console.

Engineer’s MonitoringLR output is monitored via 12segment peak reading bargraphmeters, and by the headphonesocket (complete with independentlevel control). PFL/AFL selectionsoverride the LR feed, illuminating awarning LED.

Groups and LR are also monitoredby a bank of six additional 4segment level meters, allowingoutput level monitoring even whenPFL/AFL is selected.

In monitor mode, the 4 segmentmeters monitor auxes 1-6, whilst themain 12 segment bargraph followsauxes 5 and 6.

2-Track Send and ReturnSeparate phono connectors and leveltrims are provided for 2-trackrecording from the LR mix. Selectingthe LR replay button routes this signalto the LR mix for intermission replay.

Mono OutputThe LR mono sum is fed to abalanced XLR output with level controlfor broadcast feeds, F-o-H fills etc.

In monitor mode, the mono out canbe used to feed an engineer’s wedgewith any AFL/PFL signals.

Output MastersGroups can be panned to the LR aswell as having their own outputs.Signals are sent to the balanced XLRoutputs via the faders, on and AFLswitches. All XLR outputs haveinserts and peak reading meters.

In monitor mode, signals are sent tothe balanced jack aux send outputs,via their level controls and AFL,whilst benefiting from all masteroutput features.

Talkback to AuxesA talkback mic can be connected viaa front panel XLR socket, allowingtalkback to auxes in selected pairs.

Oscillator & Pink Noise GeneratorA 1kHz signal can be routed throughlevel controls and meters to 2-trackrecorders for level alignments. Apink noise generator allows checkingof frequency response and phaseconnections for speaker arrays.

MF2 SWEEP

-15

+15

0

MF1 SWEEP

-15

+15

0

dB

LF HF

-15

+15

0

Hz

0 100 1K 10K 30K

InputsMono 1-10

Stereo ch 11-14

Stereo returns 1-42-track returnTalkback micInsertsChannel 1-10L-R mix/GroupsOutputsDirect, ch 1-10Aux 1-62-track sendL,R,M,GroupsHeadphonesMains power inlet

ConnectorXLRTRS jackTRS jackRCA phonoTRS jackRCA phonoXLR

TRS jackTRS jack

TRS jackTRS jackRCA phonoXLRTRS JackStandard IEC

pin2 hot, 3 coldtip hot, ring coldtip hot (L for Mono)

tip hot, ring grnd

pin2 hot, 3 grnd

tip send, ring returntip send, ring return

tip hot, ring coldtip hot, ring cold

pin2 hot, 3 coldtip L, ring R, on front panel

balanced } pad outbalanced } pad inunbalancedunbalancedunbalancedunbalancedunbalanced

unbalancedunbalanced

impedance balancedbalancedunbalancedbalanced30 to 600 ohm headphones recommended

Impedance2k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm2k ohm

<75 ohm, >3k ohm<75 ohm, >7k ohm

<75 ohm<75 ohm<75 ohm<75 ohm

Level-60 to -20dBu-30 to +10dBu-20 to +10dBu-20 to +10dBu-10dBu minimum-10dBu minimum-40 to -15dBu

0dBu-2dBu

-0dBu+4dBu-10 dBV minimum+4dBu

3 pin L,N,E. IEC to moulded plug (country-dependent), internally wired for required worldwide voltage.

Apart from the headphone and talkback plugs on the front panel, all connections are made to the QCC panel which can be swung and fixed for rear or back orientation.

WZ14:4:2+ C O N N E C T I O N S

WZ16:2DX & WZ12:2DX

16 Mic/Line Inputs◆ XLR and TRS Jack balanced inputs on allchannels, with switchable 30dB pad.◆ +48V Phantom Power globally selected.Individual channels can be disabled via internal links.◆ Low noise, low distortion preamps handlinginput levels from -60dBu to +10dBu.◆ Jack insert points for compressors, gates etc.◆ 100Hz low-cut filters for eliminating unwantednoise.◆ 4 band EQ with 2 parametric mids for precisecolouring and correction. All bands offer up to 15dBcut or boost, plus centre detents for EQ lockout.◆ 6 aux sends on individual controls, giving up to+6dB boost. Auxes 1-2 are set pre fader for cuesand monitors, 3-4 are switchable pre/post and 5-6are post fader for FX. Aux sends are taken post EQand post ON switch, although these configurationscan be reversed using internal links.◆ Constant power Pan controls give smoothbalancing across the L-R buss.◆ Channel on switches are marked by a warningled for instant recognition.◆ Peak levels and PFL are indicated by a large redled.◆ 100mm travel, long-life faders give maximumcontrol and up to +10dB of boost.◆ Direct outs on impedance balanced TRS jacksfacilitate hands-free multitrack recording.

2 Stereo Returns◆ Separate balanced L+R jacks on each channelpair.◆ ST1 has feeds to both aux 1 and aux 2.◆ ST1 has ON switching for easy FX muting.

Masters + MonitorsL-RThe main L-R outputs are on separate full 100mmfaders. For graphic EQ’s and other signalprocessing, global insert jacks are provided forsignal takeout/injection on the master L-R buss.

Aux Master SendsEach of the 6 aux mixes has its own master levelcontrol. Up to 4dB boost is available to theimpedance balanced output jacks.

Mono and Stereo Aux MonitoringWZ16:2DX and WZ12.2DX’s unique monitoringsystem allows headphone monitoring of a singleaux or to a pair of auxes in stereo for stereomonitors and recording feeds.

Bargraph MetersTwin 3 colour, 12 segment bargraphmeters follow the selected monitorsource.

PFLA red LED lights when PFL isselected, as PFL overrides all othermonitor sources.

HeadphonesMonitor source signals are fed to thestereo headphone jack via anindependent phones level control.

Monitor Select SwitchbankA column of switches gives quickselection of monitor and metersources. Fed post-master level, theaux signals can be selected individuallyfor mono listening or in pairs forstereo and balance checks. Stereoreturns are selected in stereo pairs.

AB OutWZ16:2DX and WZ12.2DX featuresan innovative independent stereo ormonoed output. The AB out can befed from the L-R mix pre or postfader, or from the selected monitorsource. As it offers its own levelcontrol, this versatile output can beused to feed a 2-track recorder,broadcast line, speaker fill, studiomonitors, engineer’s wedge oremployed for any number of otherspecial applications.

When you need effects, the WZ16:2DX andWZ12:DX offer a quantum leap ofperformance. The dedicated on-board digitaleffects processor can be configured as asingle stereo effect or two independent stereoeffects, allowing you to select from 32 (yes,thirty two!) effects. Combined with the twostereo effects returns channels, this gives youup to four stereo effects in your mix withouttying up valuable channels as effects returns.

Allen & Heath has carefully selected thealgorithms for the effects processor. In SingleMode, the processor is driven from Aux 5 with16 different effects programs available. InDual Mode, processing is provided on bothAuxes 5 and 6, with 8 independent programsavailable on each. Whichever mode you

choose, the effect returns to the mix via FXreturn channel ST1. External effects can alsobe mixed into this channel via the dedicatedjack connectors. Auxes 5 and 6, can still beused as conventional aux sends to driveexternal processors or foldback amplifiers.

The MIDI IN socket on the rear panel providesprogram change capability via MIDI and alsoenables presets to be edited using an externalcomputer.

EFFECT1-16

EFFECT1-8

EFFECT9-16

AUX 5

AUX 6

LR

MIXSINGLE

EXT. INPUT

DUAL

LR

ST1

RETURNSEND

effects

InputsMono ch

pad outpad in

Stereo ch ST1-2Stereo ch 11-14 (12 only)

InsertsCh 1-16L-ROutputsDirect, ch 1-16Auxes 1-6A-BL-RHeadphonesMains power inlet

ConnectorXLR

TRS jackTRS jackRCA phono

TRS jackTRS jack

TRS jackTRS jackTRS jackXLRTRS jackStandard IEC

pin2 hottip hot

tip hottip hot (L for Mono)

tip send, ring returntip send, ring return

tip hottip hottip hotpin 2 hottip L, ring R

balancedbalanced

balancedunbalancedunbalanced

unbalancedunbalanced

impedance balancedimpedance balancedimpedance balancedbalanced

Impedance

2k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm>10k ohm

<75 ohm, >10k ohm<75 ohm, >10k ohm

<75 ohm<75 ohm<75 ohm<75 ohm30 to 600 ohm headphones recommended

Level

-60 to -20dBu-30 to +10dBu-10dBV (+4dBu option)-20 to +10dBu-20 to +10dBu

0dBu-2dBu

0dBu-2dBu (+4dBu bal. option)-2dBu (+4dBu bal. option)+4dBu

3 pin L,N,E.

Apart from the headphone jack on the front panel, all connections are made to the QCC panel which can be swung and fixed for rear or back orientation.

WZ16:2:DX & WZ12:2:DX C O N N E C T I O N S

WZ12:2DX unique features

2 Dual StereoInputs◆ Separate A and Bsources on phono and 1/4”jack connectors.◆ 4 band EQ.◆ Routing to all auxes,plus internal links toconfigure selected auxes asstereos.◆ Outputs to busses, withstereo image determinedby a balance control.◆ Peak and PFL led andswitch.

5

5

L

MONOLEFT RIGHT

1 2 M 3 4 R

1 2 3 4 5 6

REC PLAY

2 TRACK

FX 4

FX 3

FX 1

FX 2

FX RETURNS

AUXES FOLDBACKSPEAKERS

55

5

55

5

5

1 2 3 4 5 6

INSERTS

A U X S E N D S

STAGE MONITORS

MONO

LISTEN WEDGE

INSERTS

5

5

5

5

MONOLEFT RIGHT

L M R

FX1 FX2 6 5

FX 2

INSERTS

INSERTS

FX 1

1

2

3

4

STAGE MONITORS

INSERTS

INSERTS

ST1 ST2

Auxes

5

LEFT RIGHT

CD REPLAYAUX 1-2

L A B RFX

AUX 6ST1

ST2

DELAY

STAGE MONITOR

DELAY FILL SPEAKERS

PIT MONITOR

2 TRK RECORD

AUX 3-4

21

43

LEFT RIGHT

TAPE RELAYAUX 1-4

L A B RFX

AUX 6ST1

ST2

DELAY

CHOIRMONITORS ORCHESTRA MONITORS

CHOIR/ORCHESTRA SPEAKERS

CONGREGATION FRONT

CONGREGATION DELAY 1

CONGREGATION DELAY 2

21

34

W

L-R

AUX 1-4

AMONITOR

L RFX 1

AUX 5CH

ENGINEERS LISTEN WEDGE

STAGE MONITORS

FX 2

STEREO IN-EAR MONITOR

AUX 6ST1

example applications example applicationsWZ16:2DX & WZ12:2DXWZ14:4:2+Front-of-House Small Theatre

House of Worship

Dual Mode Stage Monitor

Stage Monitor

Typical amateur dramatics set-up with delay speakerscompensating for acoustic delay and improvingclarity to the rear of the hall. CD intermission replay,2-track recording for the performers.

This example shows 4 floor wedges for the musicians and a stereo in-ear monitor for the lead performer. The engineer monitors the signalsusing a floor wedge similar to the stage monitors.

Multi-speaker system utilises theLeft, Mono and Right outputs inconjunction with group outputs. Auxcapability provides for FX andfoldback requirements.

6 unique on-stage mixes are created. Insets allowgraphic EQ’s to control each mix. The engineeruses the mono output to check on-stage sound.

Increasinglysophisticatedsound control isrequired. Here, amusic PA iscontrolled usingL-R, and thecongregation PAwith delaycompensationcontrolled using A-B.

Left, Mono, Right andAux outputs are splitbetween FoH, Monitorand FX duties.Monitors have insertsand long fadersallowing professionalmonitor mixing fromthe FoH position.

WZ16:2DX & WZ12:2DX B L O C K D I A G R A M

WZ14:4:2+ B L O C K D I A G R A M

The WZ14:4:2+, WZ16:2DX &WZ12:2DX complies with theEuropean Directives forElectromagnetic Compatibility89/336/EEC & 92/31/EEC

1995

ALLEN & HEATHKernick Industrial Estate,Penryn, Cornwall TR10 9LU. Tel: +44 (0)1326 372070Fax:+44 (0)1326 377097http://www.allen-heath.com

Allen & Heath reserve the right to improve or otherwise alter any information supplied in this document or any other documentation supplied hereafterAP3510

0dBu = 0.775 Volts rms 0dBV = 1 Volt rms

Maximum output levelXLR and jack +25dBu

into 2k ohm load

Internal headroomMix to output +23dBChannels +21dB

Peak LEDs Turn on 5dB before clipping

MetersL,R: Peak reading 12 segment, 3 colour, led barsAuxes/Groups+L,R (6 meters): 4 segment led

WZ14:4:4+ OptionsSys-Link™ Expander System : WZ1442+ - SL1Dual Sys-Link™ Expander System : WZ1442+ - SL1RIAA Equalisation : WZ1442 - RIAA

MixWizard Wooden Surround Option : WZ-DSR

Frequency response20Hz to 50kHz +0/-1dB

Total harmonic distortionTHD+noise measured at +14dBu 1kHzChannel to mix output < 0.006%

Crosstalk measured at 1kHz, ref driven channelChannel fader down < -90dBChannel off < -90dB

Noise measured rms 22Hz to 22kHzMic EIN referred to 150 ohm source <-128dBL-R residual output noise <-97dBu (101dB S/N)L-R faders unity mix noise <-87dBu (-91dB S/N)

Mains power Internal unit, linear regulatedAC mains input 100 to 240V AC @ 50/60Hz

Switch mode power supply with autosensing

Power consumption 35W maxMains fuse rating100-120V AC use T630mA 20mm220-240V AC use T315mA 20mm

Mechanical specificationsDimensions (mm) Width Height DepthDesk mounted 483mm 195mm 530mmRack mounted 483(19") 444(10U) 135Packed 590 260 610

Unpacked PackedWeight 10kg 13kg

0dBu = 0.775 Volts rms 0dBV = 1 Volt rms

Maximum output levelL-R +27dBu into 600 ohm

max loadAll other outputs +21dBu into 2k ohm

max load

Internal headroomMix to output +23dBChannels +21dB

Peak LEDs Turns on 5dB before clipping

MetersPeak reading 12 segment 3 colour led bargraph0VU = +4dBu at L-R output

Frequency response20Hz to 50kHz +0/-1dB

Total harmonic distortionmeasured at +14dBu 1kHzChannel to mix out < 0.008%

Crosstalk measured at 1kHzChannel fader down < -90dBChannel off < -90dB

Noise measured rms 22Hz to 22kHzMic EIN referred to 150 ohm source -128dBL-R residual output noise < -90dBu (-94dB S/N)L-R faders unity mix noise < -84dBu (-88dB S/N)

Mains power Internal unitAC mains input 100 to 240V AC @ 50/60Hz

Switch mode power supply with autosensing

Power consumption 30W maxMains fuse rating100-120V AC use T315mA 20mm220-240V AC use T630mA 20mm

Mechanical specificationsDimensions (mm) Width Height DepthDesk mounted 483mm 195mm 530mmRack mounted 483(19") 444(10U) 135Packed 590 260

Unpacked PackedWeight 10kg 13kg

WZ14:4:2+ S P E C I F I C AT I O N S

WZ16:2DX & WZ12:2DX SPEC I F ICAT IONS