Allen & Heath GLD-112 Chrome Edition Compact Digital Mixing Console
Features
- Allen & Heath AR2412 24x12 Main Remote Stage Rack for GLD & Qu Mixers (Black)
- Scalable I/O via Remote Module Options
- GLD Remote App for iPad Wireless Mixing
- Automatic Mic Mixer Up to 44 Sources
- 6 Compressor Models On All Channels
Description
The Allen & Heath GLD-112 Chrome Edition is a compact digital mixing surface that is designed to integrate into a GLD digital mixing system, which provides scalable I/O, integrated FX processing, advanced routing, wireless remote mixing via iPad, and much more. Successor to the GLD-112, this version features all of the same functionality of the original, while adding sleek new styling, Automatic Mic Mixing, new embedded plugin FX and new compressor models on all channels. Featuring local I/O comprised of 4 XLR mic/line inputs, 4 XLR line outs, 4 RCA inputs, 2 RCA outputs, and digital outputs in SPDIF and AES3 formats, the GLD-112 Chrome Edition is designed to connect to a range of optional remote I/O racks via Cat5, allowing you to build 28, 36 or 44 mic input systems. The console is ideal for tour sound, and for permanent sound reinforcement installations.
The GLD-112 Chrome Edition mixer provides 48 input processing channels, 8 stereo FX engines, 30 configurable buses, 20 mix processing channels, and enough DSP power to provide processing without compromise. It has an analogue-style channel processing control section, complemented by a graphical 8.4" touchscreen. A fully customisable drag 'n drop layout allows quick and easy assignment of inputs and mixes to fader strips. There are 20 fader strips in 4 layers, each with motorised faders, a channel LCD display which can be named and colour coded, plus a rotary control for direct access to gain, pan, and aux/FX sends.
Features
- Compact digital mixer with scalable, remote I/O
- Systems from 4 to 48 mics
- Remote wireless iPad mixing via free GLD Remote app
- Easy to use, quick to access, analogue-style interface
- dSNAKE Cat5 digital snake—up to 120m cable length
- 8.4 inch colour touchscreen for graphical view and setup
- 28 faders, 4 layers, 112 channel strips in a freely customisable layout
- 48 input channels into 30 assignable buses (Aux, Group, Matrix, Main, FX Send) into 20 mix outputs
- 8 stereo RackFX engines with dedicated ‘short’ returns with 4-band PEQ
- Full processing on all inputs including trim, polarity, HPF, insert, gate, 4-band PEQ, compressor and delay
- Full processing on all outputs including insert, PEQ, GEQ, compressor and delay
- LR, None (monitors), LR+M (sum), LR+M (bus), LCR main mix modes
- 16 DCAs / mute groups
- Built-in Talkback, RTA and Signal Generator
- I/O module options for FOH/Monitor split, multitrack recording, link to iLive and more
- MIDI In/Out and Ethernet Network port
- Aviom Pro16 compatible Monitor port on main AudioRack
- High end 1 dB step recallable mic/line preamps
- User definable channel names and colours
- Engineer’s mono Wedge and stereo IEM strips
- Input, output and insert soft patchbays
- Quick copy, paste and reset of mixes and parameters
- Libraries, Scenes and Show memories with USB transfer
- Get your mix started quickly with Template Shows
- 14 assignable SoftKeys for scene recall, DCA mutes and more
- Automatic Mic Mixer with up to 44 microphone sources
- Embedded plugins including GEQ and compressor models
- Scene Filters, crossfades and automated recalls
- Password protectable user profiles
Remote I/O Module Options
The GLD-112 Chrome Edition connects to a range of plug 'n play I/O racks to 'build' 28, 36 or 44 mic input systems. A primary AR2412 rack (24 XLR inputs, 12 XLR outs) and up to two AR84 expander racks (8 XLR inputs, 4 XLR outs each) can be connected over 120m Cat5 runs using A&H's dSNAKE protocol. Or, the AB168 portable AudioRack can be used, providing 16 XLR inputs and 8 XLR outputs when connected to the GLD-80, or the AR2412 AudioRack. dSNAKE provides control to the remote preamp, and all mic preamps are scene recallable. AR2412 also includes a connection for personal monitoring systems
Flexible Record and Playback Options
GLD-112 Chrome Edition has the ability to record and playback a stereo signal on a USB memory stick. Standard iLive audio I/O option cards for Dante, MADI, EtherSound and Allen & Heath's ACE protocols can be fitted, allowing multi-channel record/playback, FOH/monitor splits, and connection to A&H iLive systems, which can easily be configured using the GLD system's extensive soft-patching
Six Compressor Models on Each Channel
The mixer offers 6 compressor models, all freely available on all input and mix channels. The models capture the audio nuances and non-linear ballistics of industry classics, ranging from slow-opto release, RMS detection, punchy attack, through to super-fast peak compression/limiting. All models also encompass additional essential features, parallel path mode for convenient wet/dry compression balancing, comprehensive side-chain filter and gain reduction histogram
Automatic Mic Mixer
Automatic mic mixer (AMM) features make the console ideal for mixing conferences, panel talks and TV shows. The AMM can be configured to work across 44 microphone sources, allowing the user to select which inputs should be auto-mixed without the usual restrictions of a 16 channel insert based system. The AMM can be set to work in two modes - 'D-Classic' dynamic gain sharing for a simple quick set-up, and 'Number of Open Microphones' (NOM) logic gate technology for a more flexible and sophisticated auto mix
8 Stereo RackExtra FX Engines
The GLD-112 Chrome Edition boasts 8 stereo RackExtra FX engines with dedicated channels to handle them all without compromise. These feature top-quality emulations and developments of popular industry classics. The engines provide very low latency and instant access to all 8 effects at all times. No need for licences or complex configuration. Any combination of up to 8 FX devices can be loaded. A back panel allows patching as mix send/returns or as inserts into specific channels. A front-panel view presents a familiar classic knob layout where the user can adjust the many parameters, select from numerous presets and create new ones, and transfer them between systems using a USB key. FX can be returned via input channels or dedicated short returns with 4-band PEQ
Specifications
Inputs | |
Mic/Line Inputs | Balanced, (All XLR) Mic/Line Preamp: Fully recallable Input Sensitivity: ‐60 to +15 dBu Analogue Gain: +5 to +60 dB, 1 dB steps Pad: ‐20 dB Maximum Input Level: +32 dBu Input Impedance: >4 kOhms (pad out), >10 kOhms (pad in) |
Mic/Line Channel Noise | 20 Hz - 20 kHz, Direct Out @ unbalanced out Mic EIN: ‐127 dB with 150 ohm source Unity Gain (Pad In): ‐90 dBu Low Gain (5 dB, Pad Out): ‐93 dBu Mid Gain (30 dB, Pad Out): ‐89 dBu |
Mic/Line Channel THD+N | 20 Hz - 20 kHz, Direct Out @ unbalanced out, Unity Gain (Pad In): 0.005% ‐86 dBu @ 1 kHz, 0 dBu output Low Gain (5 dB, Pad Out): 0.003% ‐89 dBu @ 1 kHz, 0 dBu output Mid Gain (30 dB, Pad Out): 0.004% ‐88 dBu @ 1 kHz, 0 dBu output |
RCA | RCA Line Inputs: Unbalanced Input Sensitivity: ‐24 to +24 dBu, nominal 0 dBu Trim: +/‐24 dB, recallable Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu Input Impedance: >10 kOhms RCA Channel Noise: ‐92 dBu 20 Hz - 20 kHz RCA Channel THD+N: 0.0035% ‐90 dBu @ 1 kHz, 0 dBu output |
Outputs | |
Audio Out (XLR) | XLR Outputs: Balanced, Relay protected Output Impedance: <75 ohms Nominal Output: +4 dBu = 0 dB metre reading Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu Residual Output Noise: ‐91 dBu (muted, 20 Hz - 20 kHz) |
Audio Outputs (RCA) | RCA Line Outputs: Balanced, Relay protected Output Impedance: <75 ohms Nominal Output: 0 dBu = 0 dB metre reading Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu Residual Output Noise: ‐94 dBu (muted, 20 Hz - 20 kHz) |
Digital Outputs | 48 kHz sampling rate SPDIF: RCA, 600 mV, coax terminated input 75 ohms AES3 2 Ch XLR Output: XLR, 2.5 Vpp balanced terminated 110 ohms |
System | |
Measurement Conditions | Measured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, minimum gain, pad out |
Dynamic Range | 112 dB |
Signal to Noise Ratio | ‐90 dB |
Frequency Response | 0 / ‐0.25 dB @ 20 Hz, 0/‐0.5 dB @ 20 kHz |
THD+N | System Peak Level THD+N: 0.0055% ‐68 dBu @ +17 dBu output, 1 kHz System Line level THD+ N: 0.0022%, ‐84 dBu @ +9 dBu output, 1 kHz |
Headroom | +18 dB |
Operating Level | 0 dBu, internal |
dBFS Alignment | +18 dBu = 0 dBFS (+22 dBu at XLR output) |
Metering | Metre Calibration: 0 dB metre = ‐18 dBFS (+4 dBu at XLR out) Metre Peak indication: ‐3 dBFS (+19 dBu at XLR out) Metre Type: Fast (peak) response |
Sampling Rate | 48 kHz +/‐100 PPM |
ADC | 24-bit Delta-Sigma |
DAC | 24-bit Delta-Sigma |
Latency | 1.49 ms (local XLR in to XLR out) 0.68 ms (local XLR in to digital out) |
USB | USB Playback: 2 channel, WAV, FLAC 44.1 / 48 kHz USB Record: 2 channel, 48 kHz / 16-bit - WAV |
I/O Port | 64 channel bi-directional |
I/O Card | A&H ACE, MADI, Dante, ES, Waves, MMO (optional) |
Operating Temperature | 0 to 35°C |
Mains Power | 100 ‐ 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz, 110 W max |
Mix Processing | |
Channels | 20 Mix Channels: Configure as mono/stereo Groups, Aux, Main, Matrix; Mains = None, LR, LCR. LR+M(bus), LR+M(sum) |
External Input | Assignable source |
Trim | +/‐24 dB digital trim |
Polarity | Normal/reverse |
Insert | Assign to any sockets, in/out, +4 dBu/‐10 dBV level |
Delay | Up to 170 ms, Bypass switch Mix global setting ‐ ms, feet, metres, samples |
Graphic AEQ | Type: Constant 1/3 octave, 28 bands 31 Hz - 16 kHz Gain: +/‐12 dB GEQ Fader Flip Mode: 2 overlapping frequency banks on strip faders, SEL key resets frequency band to 0 dB, RTA following PAFL is displayed on strip metres |
Parametric Equaliser | Type: 4-Band fully parametric, +/‐15 dB Frequency Range: Global setting for Mixes = 20 Hz - 20 kHz or 'Analogue' Analogue Ranges: 20 - 200 Hz, 35 Hz - 1 kHz, 500 Hz - 15 kHz, 2 - 20 kHz Band 1: Selectable LF Shelving, Bell, Hi‐Pass Band 2: Bell Band 3: Bell Band 4: Selectable HF Shelving, Bell, Lo-Pass Bell Width: Non-constant Q, variable, 1.5 to 1/9th octave Shelving Type: Classic Baxandall Hi‐Pass, Lo‐Pass Filter: 12 dB/octave |
Compressor | Sidechain: Self key, In/Out, Sel 'listen' Sidechain Lo-Cut Filter: 12 dB/octave, Freq 20 Hz - 5 kHz Sidechain Hi-Cut Filter: 12 dB/octave, Freq 120 Hz - 20 kHz Threshold: ‐46 to 18 dBu Ratio: 1:1 to infinity Attack: 300 us - 300 ms Release: 100 ms - 2s Knee: Soft/Hard Manual Types: Peak Manual, RMS Manual Auto Types: VocalAuto, OptoAuto, PunchBag, filter in/out with sel 'listen' |
Talkback | Assignable source, Mode: Latched/Momentary, PAFL Dim option High Pass Filter: 12 dB/octave, 20 Hz - 2 kHz Routing: To Groups, Aux, Main, Matrix Level Trim: +/‐24 dB |
Signal Generator | Sinae, White Noise, Pink Noise, Bandpass Noise, Sinae, Bandpass sweep 20 Hz - 20 kHz Controls Level, Mute Routing To Groups, Aux, Main, Matrix |
RTA | 31‐bands 1/3 octave 20 Hz - 20 kHz Source: Follows selected PAFL source Peak Band Indication: Option to display dominant frequency |
Control | |
Touchscreen | 8.4" TFT, 800 x 600 resolution |
Faders | 100 mm motorised Fader Strips: 3 Banks (12,8,8), 4 Layers = 112x strips Strip Display: LCD per strip, assignable backlight colours |
Softkeys | 14 assignable |
MIDI | MIDI In and Out |
Network | TCP/IP Ethernet |
Effects | |
Internal Processing | Internal FX: 8x RackFX engine Types: Reverbs, Delays, Modulators, Sub‐harmonics, Pitch Shift, Rotary Speaker, De-Esser Mode: Send>Return, Inserted, Daisy Chain FX FX 'Short' Return Channels 8 Stereo Dedicated Returns: Adds to inputs for up to 56 sources to the mix Controls: Fader, Pan, Mute, Routing to Grp, Aux, FX, Main FX Return PEQ: Same as Input Channel PEQ |
Input Processing | |
Channels | 48 Processing Channels: Mono = 1-44, Stereo = 45/46, 47/48 |
Trim | +/‐24 dB digital trim |
Polarity | Normal/Reverse |
High Pass Filter | 12 dB/octave 20 Hz - 2 kHz |
Insert | Assign to any sockets, In/Out, +4 dBu/‐10 dBV level |
Delay | Up to 85 ms, Bypass switch Input global setting ‐ ms, feet, metres, samples |
Gate | Sidechain: Self key, In/Out, Sel 'listen' Sidechain Lo-Cut Filter: 12 dB/octave, Freq 20 Hz - 5 kHz Sidechain Hi-Cut Filter: 12 dB/octave, Freq 120 Hz - 20 kHz Threshold: ‐72 to +12 dBu Depth: 0 to 60 dB Attack: 50 us to 300 ms Hold: 10 ms to 5 s Release: 10 ms to 1 s |
Parametric Equaliser | Type: 4‐band fully parametric, +/‐15 dB Frequency Range: Global setting for Inputs = 20 Hz - 20 kHz or 'Analogue' Analogue Ranges: 20 - 200 Hz, 35 Hz - 1 kHz, 500 Hz - 15 kHz, 2 - 20 kHz Band 1: Selectable LF Shelving, Bell, Hi-Pass Band 2: Bell Band 3: Bell Band 4: Selectable HF Shelving, Bell, Lo-Pass Bell Width: Non-constant Q, variable, 1.5 to 1/9th octave Shelving Type: Classic Baxandall Hi-Pass, Lo-Pass Filter: 12 dB/octave |
Compressor | Sidechain: Sel f key, In/Out, Sel 'listen' Sidechain Lo-Cut Filter: 12 dB/octave, Freq 20 Hz - 5 kHz Sidechain Hi-Cut Filter: 12 dB/octave, Freq 120 Hz - 20 kHz Threshold: ‐46 to 18 dBu Ratio: 1:1 to infinity Attack: 300 us - 300 ms Release: 100 ms - 2 s Knee: Soft/Hard Manual Types: Peak Manual, RMS Manual Auto Types: VocalAuto, OptoAuto, PunchBag |
Channel Direct Out | Individual trim (per channel), Options: Source, follow Fader, follow Mute (global for all) |
Dimensions and Weight | |
Dimensions | 999 x 577 x 159 mm |
Weight | 21 kg |
In The Box
- Allen & Heath GLD-112 Chrome Edition Compact Digital Mixing Surface
- Power Cord
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Details
- Product: Allen & Heath GLD-112 Chrome Edition Compact Digital Mixing Console
- Manufacturer: Allen & Heath
- Model: GLD2-112
- SKU: GLD2-112
- RM Product #: 34769
- Warranty: 1 year manufacturer warranty on all Allen & Heath products apart from dLive models which have a 3 year manufacturer warranty