Allen & Heath XB-14 MKII radio/broadcasting mixer

Allen & Heath XB-14 MKII radio/broadcasting mixer
Product no: 9000-0006-0520 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

Broadcasting engineers have been practically begging Allen & Heath for an improved version of the popular XB-14, a compact radio/broadcasting mixer. The enhanced, versatile XB-14 MKII can be used in small broadcasting stations as well as larger studios with multiple rooms. Improvements include a special Audition bus, improved stereo channel configurations, an updated microphone preamp and additional versatile monitoring options. The device itself features a matte finish that stops light reflecting on it, which is ideal in brightly lit studios.

XB-14 MKII: Telco channels and high-pass/low-pass filters

The Allen & Heath XB-14 MKII is a versatile, innovative solution for all-round applications that require high quality. This radio mixer features two Telco channels for live phone calls and is also fitted with an automatic microphone fader that recognises external connection and automatically mutes internal audio. New high-pass/low-pass filters have replaced the original Telco EQ, making this function more user-friendly. The audio quality of phone calls is better maintained, as certain frequencies are excluded. Improved preamps with a low-noise design are also featured. Via the multiple headphone outputs, you can provide your radio presenter and sound engineer with an optimal monitoring sound.

Special Audition bus

The XB-14 MKII has a special audio bus, which allows you to record items during your radio broadcast for later transmission. You can also pre-listen to the broadcast, to more accurately gauge the remaining time. The USB connector allows you to connect the XB-14 MKII to your computer, after which you can use specific audio software for broadcasting applications. With this device, Allen & Heath prove that quality and a myriad of functions can also be contained in a small, affordable device.

Specifications

Product features

Sustainable product	not specified
Number of mono channels	6
Number of stereo channels	4
Number of submasters	none
Type of mixer inputs	microphone input (XLR), balanced line input (TRS jack), unbalanced line input (RCA)
Type of mixer outputs	balanced line output (XLR), balanced line output (TRS jack), unbalanced line output (RCA), stereo headphone output (TRS jack or mini jack)
Headphone output	yes
Inputs	yes, only mono channels
Number of auxiliaries	1 - 2
Built-in audio player	no
Built-in audio interface	USB (2x2 I/O)
Number of microphone inputs	3 - 4
19 inches	no
Phantom power	yes
Volume control	faders
Built-in mixer effects	channel EQ
Type of mixer	radio / broadcasting mixer
Built-in effects	no

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging)	7,5 kg
Dimensions (incl. packaging)	59,0 x 51,5 x 23,0 cm

Product specifications

broadcasting mixer
specifically designed for radio applications
4 mic/line channels, fit for microphone or line signals
4 stereo channels
2 Telco channels
2-band EQ on stereo channels
HPF and 3-band mid EQ on mono channels
variable high-pass/low-pass filters on Telco channels
smooth-ride 100mm faders
fader start on mono channels
connector option for VU meter
separate connectors for headphones for producer and 2 guests
headphone connector: 6.35mm jack
remote mute option on mic channels
configurable USB stereo audio in/out
audition bus for off-air recordings and off-air monitoring
aux and separate stereo buses for editing and recording
XLR main outputs with inserts
level and peak indicator
weight: 7.5 kg
dimensions: 465 x 385 x 103 mm

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John D. May 6, 2015

Wrote the following about Allen & Heath XB-14 MKII radio/broadcasting mixer

Lang gezocht naar een goede vervanger voor mijn Behringer MX1602A. Dat is electronisch gezien een mixertje waar bijna geen andere tafel tegenop kan. Zeer goede signaal ruis verhouding. was nu op zoek naar een tafel met wat meer broadcastfuncties en vond de XB-14-2 van Allen & Heath. Tot op heden bevalt die erg goed. Degelijk gebouwd, goede signaal ruis verhouding. Bediening met 100mm schuiven is een verademing. Voor het starten van mijn CD- en MD spelers en computer apps met de startknoppen op de XB-14-2, ben ik nog bezig met een interfacekastje. Daarin neem ik optocouplers op om de externe apparatuur volledig galvanisch te scheiden van de mixer. Verder gebruik ik 2 mono kanalen ge-panned naar L en R voor mijn tuner en de beide kalen voor telefoon of voip aansluiting gebruik ik vooralsnog om een tablet aan te sluiten die fungeert als jingle machine.
Bax-shop kwam bij mijn zoektocht op internet naar voren als de voordeligste leverancier en de levering was binnen 24 uur. Top!

John D. May 6, 2015

Wrote the following about Allen & Heath XB-14 MKII radio/broadcasting mixer