{"product_id":"allen-heath-xb-14-2-214671","title":"XB-14-2","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA \"Broadcast\" Console Designed for the Realities of Broadcasting\u003c\/h3\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eThe XB-14 belongs to the family of non-modular consoles intended for the radio environment: a design focused on continuous broadcasting, quick intervention, and management of typical studio sources (microphones, players, monitors, and telephone links). While a \"live music\" console prioritizes stage versatility, the XB-14 emphasizes broadcast automation and coordination of playback equipment to secure transitions and streamline daily work.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eThis approach is reflected in its overall architecture: dedicated channels, ergonomics designed for hosting, and control functions allowing integration of studio equipment without multiplying peripherals or manipulations during a broadcast.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is It For and What Are Its Uses?\u003c\/h3\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eThe XB-14 console is primarily aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eweb radios\u003c\/strong\u003e, community radios, corporate webradio studios, and any organization producing \"on-air\" content: live shows, interviews, segments, news, talk shows, podcasts recorded live, or guest panels.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e2 hybrid telephone channels\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitate call management (guests, listeners, contributors), while the presence of \u003cstrong\u003estart\/cue outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emute functions\u003c\/strong\u003e helps maintain a clean broadcast: fewer feedbacks, fewer oversights, and smoother transitions. The \u003cstrong\u003eheadphone outputs with guest mix\u003c\/strong\u003e are also an asset for hosting studio contributors while maintaining separate control in the control room.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eBroadcast Functions: Speed, Automation, and Control\u003c\/h3\u003e \n\n\u003ch4\u003eIntegrated Telephone Hybrids: Remote Guests as Studio Sources\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e2 hybrid telephone channels\u003c\/strong\u003e, the XB-14 is designed to integrate remote contributions in a structured way, just like a line source. Dedicated equalization on these channels (2 bands) allows refining clarity and intelligibility, particularly useful for voice.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch4\u003eMicrophone Fader Start and Internal Mutes: Cleaner \"On-Air\" Management\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eIn radio operation, speed and reliability are paramount. The XB-14 includes a \u003cstrong\u003emicrophone fader start\u003c\/strong\u003e and an \u003cstrong\u003einternal automatic mute\u003c\/strong\u003e for master outputs to support common studio actions. The goal: reduce ancillary manipulations, limit errors during live broadcasts, and improve consistency between what happens on the mixing surface and what goes on air.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch4\u003eStereo Start\/Cue: Player Control and Controlled Transitions\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003estereo start\/cue outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed for \u003cstrong\u003eCD player control\u003c\/strong\u003e and, more broadly, to structure playback\/listening logic in a broadcast environment. This facilitates starts, pre-listening, and transitions while maintaining a clear organization of sources.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch4\u003eHeadphones and Guest Mix: Listening Adapted to Hosting\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eThe XB-14 features \u003cstrong\u003eheadphone outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003eseparate mix for guests\u003c\/strong\u003e, a real plus in the studio: the host retains listening comfort, while the guest can receive an adapted monitor (voice, jingles, telephone, etc., depending on your setup). This separation helps produce more natural exchanges and avoid confusion during live broadcasts.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch4\u003eExternal Mute Control: Studio Integration via Sub-D 15\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eTo integrate into a control room, some mutes can be \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled remotely\u003c\/strong\u003e via the \u003cstrong\u003e15-pin Sub-D port\u003c\/strong\u003e. This possibility opens the door to a more \"automated\" installation (depending on your configuration), useful for synchronizing equipment or studio logic around live broadcasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol 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data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of auxiliary sends\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:3;--wb-r:13;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMic inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e4 x XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:4;--wb-r:14;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhantom power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e2 x Rca, 4 x balanced jacks, 4 x stereo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:5;--wb-r:15;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e3-band with semi-parametric mid and 2-band per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInputs (other)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eUSB, inserts : jack for each mono input, monitor Rca, 2 phone XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:6;--wb-r:16;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eLow cut\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e2 x XLR, mono Rca\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:7;--wb-r:17;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePFL\/AFL mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs (other)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eUSB, Aux jack, 2 x phone (XLR), 3 x headphones stereo jacks, audition Rca, control room Rca, mix B Rca\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:8;--wb-r:18;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eanalog mixer\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r 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style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e385 x 456 x 92\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:1;--wb-r:8;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrophone inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrophone fader start\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eyes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:2;--wb-r:9;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStereo line inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaster output mute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eautomatic, internal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:3;--wb-r:10;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd 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style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eyes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:5;--wb-r:12;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid channel equalization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e2 bands\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMute control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003evia 15-pin Sub-D port\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:6;--wb-r:13;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUX bus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd 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