ALLEN & HEATH GL2400 User Manual

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ALLEN & HEATH GL2400 Specifications

General

Auxiliary Sends	6
Groups	4
Type	Analog
Stereo Inputs	2
Channels	24
Power Supply	Internal
Fader Type	100mm
Weight	Varies with channel count; 16ch: 17kg
Mic/Line Inputs	24