ALLEN & HEATH QU-5

Allen & Heath QU-5

Compact 96 kHz digital mixer with professional XCVI processing and powerful recording capabilities

The Allen & Heath QU-5 is a professional digital mixing console that brings the acclaimed Qu series to the next level. Powered by Allen & Heath's 96 kHz XCVI FPGA processing engine with ultra-low latency, the QU-5 delivers exceptional audio quality, outstanding reliability and an intuitive workflow for live sound, recording and installed audio applications.

Featuring 16 high-quality XLR/TRS combo mic/line inputs, two stereo line inputs and a total of 38 input channels to mix, the QU-5 offers ample flexibility for a wide variety of productions. Its 17 motorised 100 mm faders, bright 7-inch capacitive touchscreen and four fully configurable fader layers provide fast and efficient operation, while six built-in FX engines, comprehensive dynamics processing and professional EQ ensure premium sound on every channel.

The QU-5 is equally capable in the studio, thanks to its integrated 32x32 USB-C audio interface, multitrack recording and playback via SD card, and stereo recording through USB-A. The built-in 128x128 SLink port allows seamless expansion with Allen & Heath Everything I/O stage boxes, while free remote control applications for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android make wireless operation simple and convenient.

Specifications

• 96 kHz XCVI FPGA processing engine
• 38 input channels to mix (32 mono, 3 stereo)
• 16 XLR/TRS combo mic/line inputs
• 2 stereo line inputs
• 17 motorised 100 mm faders
• 7" capacitive touchscreen
• 12 mix buses and 4 matrix outputs
• 6 built-in multi-effects engines
• 32x32 USB-C audio interface
• SD card multitrack recording/playback (up to 16x16 @ 96 kHz)
• USB-A stereo recording/playback
• 128x128 SLink expansion port
• 12 XLR outputs, AES3 digital output and headphone output
• 8 programmable SoftKeys
• Free remote control apps for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android
• Dimensions: 440 × 476 × 211 mm
• Weight: approx. 10 kg