Allen & Heath is a British pro audio equipment manufacturer that specializes in producing a wide range of high-quality mixing consoles, software, and accessories for professional sound engineers, musicians, and performers around the world.
Founded in 1969 as Allen & Heath Sound Systems Ltd. by Andrew and Mary Heath
Started with custom designs for clients like Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd, and the Royal Shakespeare Company
Introduced their first mixing console, the System 8, in 1973
Moved to its current location in Penryn, Cornwall, in 1990
Acquired by Electra Partners in 2001, which led to rapid growth and international expansion
Launched its flagship digital mixer, the iLive series, in 2003
Celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2019
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A powerful and versatile live sound mixing system that offers advanced processing, routing, and control options for FOH and monitor engineers in large-scale productions
A compact and flexible mixing console that combines high-quality audio processing, intuitive software control, and multiple expansion options for a wide range of live and studio applications
A range of affordable and user-friendly analog mixing consoles that offer high-quality mic preamps, 4-band EQ, built-in effects, and USB connectivity for live and recording applications
Most of Allen & Heath's pro audio products are designed and engineered in the UK, but some of the manufacturing and assembly processes are outsourced to Asia.
Yes, Allen & Heath mixers are well-suited for recording applications, thanks to their clean, transparent preamps, versatile routing options, and built-in USB interfaces.
The dLive series is a larger and more powerful digital mixing system that offers more advanced processing, routing, and expansion options than the SQ series, which is designed for smaller and more portable applications.
Yes, Allen & Heath mixers are compatible with most other brand speakers and amplifiers, thanks to their standard XLR and jack outputs and flexible routing options.
Yes, Allen & Heath is a popular choice for live sound engineers, thanks to their high-quality audio processing, intuitive software control, and rugged construction. However, it depends on the specific needs and preferences of each user.