The Allen & Heath GLD-112 is a digital mixing console designed as a central hub for live sound reinforcement in touring, fixed installation, and high-end corporate AV applications. It features a 48-input channel capacity, expandable via digital snake systems, managed through a 28-input fader control surface that is organized into three configurable layers for intuitive access to all channels, mixes, and outputs. The console’s architecture is built around a 56-bus digital mixing engine, providing ample resources for creating complex mixes with 24 mix buses, 8 matrix outputs, and dedicated stereo and mono masters. Its design emphasizes a tactile, user-friendly workflow that bridges the gap between analog familiarity and digital flexibility, featuring motorized faders, dedicated rotary encoders for channel processing, and a high-resolution touchscreen for detailed parameter adjustment and system setup.

At the core of the GLD-112’s sonic performance are its high-quality, fully programmable Super True digital preamps, which offer pristine gain staging, onboard high-pass filters, and delay on every input. The console provides comprehensive channel processing, including a full-featured four-band parametric EQ with sweepable mid frequencies, dynamic processors (compressor/gate/limiter), and up to 4.5 seconds of delay per channel. For output control, it includes a 31-band graphic EQ and dynamic processing on every mix bus and matrix. The system is highly expandable through the AR2412 and AR84 stage boxes, which connect via a single Cat5 cable using Allen & Heath’s digital ACE protocol, allowing the mixing surface to be positioned remotely from the stage with pristine digital audio transmission.

Built for reliability in demanding environments, the GLD-112 features a rugged steel chassis, a responsive and quiet cooling system, and dual redundant power supplies. Its rear panel offers extensive connectivity, including mic/line inputs, AES3 digital I/O, and a dedicated expansion slot for additional digital or analog interface cards. The console supports multi-track recording and playback via USB, and can be remotely controlled and monitored via dedicated iOS/Android applications. The Allen & Heath GLD-112 represents a balanced synthesis of powerful processing, flexible I/O expansion, and an ergonomic physical interface, making it a versatile and capable solution for engineers managing complex live audio productions.