ALLEN & HEATH QU-6

Allen & Heath Qu-6

Compact 96 kHz digital mixer with 38 inputs, 24 outputs and professional recording capabilities

The Allen & Heath Qu-6 combines the renowned ease of use of the Qu series with a completely updated hardware platform, delivering outstanding audio quality, flexible workflow and advanced recording features. Designed for live sound, theatres, houses of worship, corporate events and professional AV installations, the Qu-6 offers exceptional performance in a compact format.

The mixer features 24 high-quality XLR/TRS combo mic/line inputs with redesigned microphone preamps and 16 balanced XLR outputs. New high-performance 96 kHz AD/DA converters feed the powerful XCVI processing core, ensuring pristine sound quality, wide dynamic range and ultra-low latency.

Control is handled through 25 motorised 100 mm faders, individual channel displays with level meters and a newly redesigned touchscreen interface. Four fully customisable fader layers, additional assignable SoftKeys and flexible routing options allow the Qu-6 to adapt to virtually any mixing application.

Recording and playback are equally versatile thanks to the integrated 32x32 USB-C audio interface, 32-channel multitrack recording directly to SD card and convenient stereo recording and playback via the USB-A port. These features make the Qu-6 ideal for live recording, virtual soundchecks and studio production.

The integrated SLink port enables seamless connection to Allen & Heath AudioRacks and stageboxes such as the AR2412 and AB168, while also supporting direct connectivity with other Allen & Heath digital consoles for up to 128 × 128 channels of 96 kHz audio.

The Qu-6 is also DEEP Processing ready, bringing premium compressors, EQs and RackExtra FX from the flagship dLive series to the platform. Additional workflow enhancements include Gain Assistant, Feedback Assistant and a fully integrated 32-channel Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM), making setup faster and ensuring consistent performance for conferences, broadcasts and live productions.

Specifications

• Type: Digital live and installation mixer
• Audio Engine: 96 kHz XCVI Core
• Total Inputs: 38
• Total Outputs: 24
• Mic/Line Inputs: 24 XLR/TRS combo connectors
• Outputs: 16 balanced XLR outputs
• Faders: 25 motorised 100 mm faders
• Display: New touchscreen with channel displays and level meters
• USB Interface: 32 × 32 USB-C audio interface
• Recording: 32-track SD card recording and stereo USB playback/recording
• SLink: Compatible with Allen & Heath AudioRacks and stageboxes
• Additional Features: DEEP Processing, RackExtra FX, Gain Assistant, Feedback Assistant and 32-channel Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM)
• Applications: Live sound, theatre, conferences, streaming, recording and fixed AV installations