Performance:
Our new mic preamp has an extended 74dB gain
range with massive headroom able to deal with the
widest range of signals right up to +34dBu. From
the new low-noise mix amp through responsive 4
band EQ to the differential balanced +26dBu
outputs, every stage has been carefully designed
to ensure optimum gain structure, extended dynamic
range and the best sonic performance possible.
Third Master Fader:
All GL series consoles have a third master fader. For
GL2400, this means that the configurable M fader
can be used to create an LR sum mono fill, an
engineer’s monitor wedge feed, or a dedicated centre
or sub-bass speaker mix from Aux 6, which means
anything can be ‘dialed-in’ from any channel. On
GL2800, GL3800 and GL4800, the third
fader can be fed from the LR sum, a dedicated mono
C mix buss, or both, or become the engineer’s
monitor wedge feed.
Matrix:
A matrix is included in every new GL mixer, a big
feature for corporate AV work, specialised recording
and broadcast feeds, and personal monitoring.
Smart auto-switching of the external inputs allows
common mono, stereo or independent sources to
be added to the matrix mix, whether adding ambience,
general ‘starting point’ mixes or linking consoles into
the same
PA. The stereo channel mic breakpoints
can be cross patched to add room ambience to
recording and IEM feeds. Learn more by downloading
our guide to matrix mixing from www.glseries.com.
Stereo Channels:
GL Series consoles are equipped with either 2
or 4 full feature stereo channels. The larger format
GL4800 and GL3800 provide the benefit of
ordering options for 4 or 8 stereos in place of
mono channels. The compact GL2400 and
GL2800 provide 2 stereo strips with mic and
stereo line inputs on each. Clever switching allows
these channels to be used as mic or line inputs.
The GL2800 and GL3800 add two extra
‘short’ fader dual stereo channels. Stereo sources
such as backing tracks and reverbs can be
combined into the strips while the mics are
patched elsewhere, for example, to get ambience
into a matrix mix, for use with a system calibration
microphone, or to use an external phantom
powered mic with a video camera. True versatility
in a tiny space!
Input / Output Capability:
The GL Series provides 4 ranges each with a
choice of frame size. In fact, there are no less than
41 models to choose from, and there are still
plenty more channel combinations possible by
linking consoles using the Sys-Link option. The
larger
GLs provide an optimum 10 auxes and 4
matrix, a powerful set of outputs for creating a
manageable combination of mono and stereo
mixes. The dedicated stereo aux of the
GL2800
and GL3800 is perfect for true stereo in-ear,
recording and effects mixing, or even dual effects
such as balancing a vocal between two different
reverb devices.
Practical Mixing:
Choosing a console is not just about its number of
channels and features. Top of the list is the
reassurance that it will continue to perform reliably
day after day facing the challenges and unpredictable
nature of live sound engineering. These new
consoles build on the proven success of the
pioneering
ALLEN&HEATH GL Series. The
design has invested in the things that matter –
rock solid on-the-road reliability and uncompromising
sonic performance able to get the best out of any
PA system. There are many other considerations
too, such as the size and convenience for flight
casing and installation, ease of use for the new
operator, and the serviceability and technical
support. All
ALLEN&HEATH consoles are
designed for the most intuitive layout with logically
grouped and colour coded controls, and sensible
control positioning to help focus the operator on
the job rather than finding the way around the
equipment. Even details such as the recessed
configuration switches that prevent mistakes
during live operation can make a big difference.
The ALLEN&HEATH design team have decades
of experience being there working with the equipment
under pressure, talking to and listening to users both
experienced and those just starting out, and
following the developing trends in sound engineering.
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GL OVERVIEW
For 35 years, ALLEN&HEATH has designed truly innovative mixers for
the real world and has earned its enviable reputation for superior
performance, functionality and build quality. We are proud to present the
brand-new GL Series of dual function consoles. Providing the benefits
of the very best in analogue audio performance and intuitive ‘walk up and
go ‘operation, and featuring an enhanced capability for the latest in live
sound mixing such as in-ear monitoring, mix-fed subs, ambient
recording, engineer’s wedge/earpiece monitoring and matrix flexibility,
the new GL Series retains the rugged, all metal, individual card build
for which ALLEN&HEATH is renowned. These models benefit from
the latest manufacturing methods and audio circuit
developments. The GL Series: built to
perform, built to last.
Dual Functionality:
As pioneers of dual functionality, we have ensured
that every detail of the concept has been carefully
implemented in the new
GL Series, with no
controls redundant in either mode. When mixing
Front-of-House, the monitors can be set pre-insert
as well as pre-EQ, to prevent the house mix EQ
and compression affecting the stage mix. Per-
channel aux switching means one can mix pre-
fade with post-fade sends such as theatre radio
mics and sound effects. As a monitor console, the
aux masters get faders, inserts, mutes, meters and
balanced XLR drive. The Groups and LR mixes are
still available to create yet more sends.
Engineer’s Toolbox:
There is an abundance of useful tools on all GL
Series mixers. While the details vary from
console to console (check the feature pages), all
are equipped with well thought out facilities to
help the engineer do a better job. For example, the
GL4800 is equipped with a comprehensive
monitoring system, with stereo PFL, PFL trim, PFL
override AFL, LED meters on every channel and
even the mix busses, additional moving coil VU
output meters, local and headphone outputs, and
Solo-in-Place. GL3800 and GL2800 feature
recessed channel pre/post-EQ switches for quick
setting of pre-fade aux user preference, 3
headphones outputs (including a small jack socket
for ear pieces), a talk latch mode for using a
switched handheld talkback mic, oscillator/pink
noise generator and extensive metering.
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