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Allen & Heath MixWizard3 16:2

Item ID: MixWizard316

16-channel Stereo Mixer with Dual Mixing Mode, Onboard Digital FX, Phantom Power, and 4-band EQ

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Allen & Heath presents the third generation of MixWizard, the MixWizard3 16:2 with even better sound quality, new preamp design, tailored EQ frequencies, an extra mono output on fader which can switched to provide a sub-bass mix from channel aux 6, and several routing changes to make the engineer's life easier. Put together with new styling, extra lamp socket, new Sys-Link options and backup power supply and it's easy to see that Allen & Heath just made the MixWizard3 16:2 even better.


Allen & Heath MixWizard3 16:2 at a Glance:
  • Mono Inputs: 8 or 16 mic / line channels.
  • Main output controlled by 100mm faders with 12 segment 3 color metering with insert.
  • Mono fader feeds mono XLR output.
  • 6 Auxiliary Sends.
  • 4 Band EQ plus HPF.
  • 2 Stereo Returns.
  • On-board Digital FX.
  • Engineer's Toolbox.

Mono Inputs
8 or 16 mic / line channels with 4 band EQ, HPF, individual phantom power, 6 auxes, mute switch, signal and peak indicator leds and 100mm smooth action fader. A configurable direct out and insert using all-metal TRS jacks are provided.

Stereo Mix with AB out
Main output controlled by 100mm faders with 12 segment 3 color metering with insert. A-B output for additional L&R stereo output selectable pre or post L&R faders. Unique underpanel mode switch to configure A-B as a local monitor output for additional stereo monitoring.

Dedicated Mono Output
Mono fader feeds mono XLR output. Source select L+R sum or aux 6 mix for creating separate mono/C or aux fed sub mix.

6 Auxiliary Sends
6 auxiliaries: 1-2 prefade (option: link to follow pre/post switch), 3-4 switchable pre/post fade (option: permanently prefade) and 5- and 6 post fade (option to follow pre/post switch). Internal option to configure stereo channel L signal to odd auxes and R signal to even auxes. Aux masters are rotary controls with TRS outputs. The aux busses can be monitored in mono or related stereo pairs.

4 Band EQ plus HPF
Mono channels have separate controls for sweep and cut/boost on mid bands. HPF @ 100Hz is switchable.

2 Stereo Returns
(TRS) line inputs, routed via level controls to L&R mix. ST1 can feed aux 1-4. Note: the internal FX returns to ST1. The ST1 input allows external FX to be mixed in.

On-board Digital FX
32 FX programs with external midi editing / control. Can be configured in single mode (16 programs fed from aux 5) or Dual mode (8 programs fed from aux 5 plus another 8 programs fed from aux 6). FX are returned via ST1 to the mix, aux 1-4. The effects can be muted using a footswitch. WZ FX editor software is available from the website.

The MixWizard WZ316:2 features a built-in stereo digital effects processor. This can be configured to work as a single effects engine fed from AUX5, or in dual mode as two effects engines independently fed from AUX5 and AUX6. The processed signal is routed back to the mix through the ST1 (ST5) stereo return channel. In dual mode the two stereo effects mix together into the return channel.

  • Stage
  • Room
  • Hall
  • Plate
  • Chamber
  • Cathedral
  • Arena
  • Gated Reverb
  • Karaoke
  • Ping Pong
  • Chorus
  • Slap + Rev
  • Dly + Rev
  • Echo + Rev
  • Chorus + Rev
  • Phaser + Rev

Engineer's Toolbox
Headphone output and local monitor possible, with separate level controls. Red led indicator when PFL on input channels is selected. PFL signal overrides the selected monitor source and L&R metering. A-B output can be configured as local stereo monitor

Allen & Heath MixWizard3 16:2 Features:
  • Performance improvements with new mic preamp design and more responsive EQ.
  • Extended PA possibilities with control of aux fed subs on new mono output fader.
  • Channel phantom power switches and signal indicators added.
  • User friendly options on aux sends and direct outputs.
  • XLR lamp socket. New Syslink options.
  • Slimmer build.
  • Pluggable jumper links.
  • Easy service construction.
  • New meter moulding design.
  • Extra feet on connector pod.
  • Universal rack or desk mount.
  • Dual stereo channel routing modes.
  • New side trims for style and portability.
  • Separate internal power supply module.
  • Dual redundant power supply connector added.
  • Balanced channel XLR normals through TRS for mic or line level XLR.
  • Pre-EQ aux option added for pre-insert, post-mute.
  • New surface mount technology.
Specification Detail
Type Analog
Channels 16
Inputs - Mic Preamps 16 x XLR (CH 1-16)
Inputs - Line 16 x 1/4" (CH 1-16)
Inputs - Other 2 x Stereo (4 x 1/4" )
Outputs - Main 2 x XLR (Main), 1 x XLR (Main Mono)
Outputs - Direct 1 x 1/4" (CH 1-16)
Outputs - Other 2 x 1/4" (A, B Out)
Headphones 1 x 1/4"
Send/Return I/O 6 x 1/4" (Aux Out)
Phantom Power 16 (CH 1-16)
EQ Bands 4-band Sweepable Hi- and Low-Mid (CH 1-16)
Aux Sends 4 x Pre/Post, 2 x Post (CH 1-8, CH 9-12 Stereo)
Busses/Groups No Buses or Groups
Faders 19 x 100mm
Channel Inserts 16 (CH 1-16), 2 (MAIN OUT)
Effects Yes
Talkback No
Computer Connectivity No Computer Connectivity
Rackmountable Yes (Optional)
Height 7.6"
Depth 19.6"
Width 19"
Weight 22 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number WZ316:2

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Reviews

based on 18 reviews

Great Board

by john eisel from United States
May 7, 2013
Music Background: Musician
Best mixer I have used. My old Mackie 1604 died and I looked for a replacement and I have found the AH stuff to be a much higher build quality and the sound is clear as a bell. This may be a bit over ... read more [+]kill for my three piece band but the extra mic pre's may come in handy as we are miking more of the drum kit now. One of the best things is that it fits in my gigrig so now I can leave all my compressors and effects connected! Check out all the aux sends! close [-]

A class all it's own

by Sam Hensley from Roanoke, VA USA
July 4, 2012
Music Background: Live Sound Engineer, Musician
I owned a Mackie CFX series mixer before getting a chance to mix with the Mixwizard in a local club. As soon as I did, I went out a bought my own. The Mixwizard is in a class all it's own. Robust pre-... read more [+]amps, two sweepable mids, and 6 auxs, and direct outs on each channel. It's just a great mixer. close [-]

Best mixer for the money

by Rick Perry from Easley, SC
April 23, 2012
Music Background: Live Sound
This board is everything I was looking for in a mixer. Each channel has it's own phantom power as well as a PAD. This lets you actually use each channel for 2 separate inputs. Built in effects work gr... read more [+]eat and 6 aux channels to work with. Also other features that you will just have to find out when you purchase this awesome board. The channel faders have plenty of smooth travel and this board looks great overall. No need to buy rack mounting rails as with other boards... Just take off the side plates and the rails are built in!
My most impressive thing to note is the high mid and low mid EQ sweeps. Most boards don't have this and it really lets you tweak the sound to exactly what you need.
My only problem is I wished that the light would have been included close [-]

MixWizard 3

by Tad Freezeland - The Hillbilly Rockstars from Charleston Illinois
August 22, 2011
Music Background: Guitarist, Sound Engineer.
I just purchased the MixWizard 3 after owning the original MixWizard for 9 years and I love it. Doing approximately 125 shows a year with the last one and now mixing with this one, the new features a... read more [+]re great! It is truely a workhorse! Rock solid performance! The new effects are awesome, crystal clear.

Another great product! close [-]

Why own anything else

by Keith Reding from St. Louis, MO
June 17, 2011
Music Background: Musician and Sound Guy
I bought mine about 3 years ago based mostly on the reputation of Allen Heath. I have several friends that use the Mackie Onxy and most have had issue with Mackie board. I use the MW3 mixer about si... read more [+]x times per month for my seven-piece band. I have never had a single problem with this mixer. Extremely reliable and extremely flexible with all of the aux sends, EQ ability on each channel, mono out that you can use with the Aux 6 for subs. Absolutely love it. Well worth the money. close [-]
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