Allen&Heath QU-5 Digital Mixer

Allen & Heath QU-5 Digital Mixer

The Allen & Heath QU-5 Digital Mixer is a compact, powerful, and intuitive mixing console, designed for live sound engineers, musicians, and audio professionals who need high-quality audio, versatility, and ease of use in a portable form factor. Combining Allen & Heath’s renowned audio technology with an intuitive touchscreen interface and 16 input channels, the QU-5 offers all the features necessary to deliver a world-class sound experience in small-to-medium venues, touring applications, and mobile setups.

Whether you’re managing sound for a live concert, conference, or studio recording, the QU-5 delivers exceptional performance with 96kHz audio processing, powerful built-in effects, and an integrated USB audio interface. With its user-friendly design and advanced features, the QU-5 is perfect for professionals seeking a compact but feature-packed digital mixer.

Key Features of the Allen & Heath QU-5 Digital Mixer:

• 16 Input Channels: The QU-5 comes with 16 input channels (12 mono and 2 stereo), making it ideal for small-to-medium-sized live events, podcasts, and studio applications. It’s the perfect balance between functionality and portability.

• 96kHz Audio Processing: Powered by Allen & Heath’s 96kHz DSP platform, the QU-5 ensures ultra-low latency and exceptional audio quality, providing crystal-clear sound and superior dynamic range in any live or recorded environment.

• Touchscreen Interface: A 7-inch color touchscreen provides a simple, intuitive interface for controlling all aspects of your mix, from channel settings to EQ adjustments. The touchscreen allows for quick and easy navigation, making it suitable for both experienced engineers and newcomers.

• Built-in FX and Processing: The QU-5 includes a suite of high-quality built-in effects, such as reverb, delay, EQ, compression, and more. The effects are designed to give your mixes a professional, polished sound without the need for external gear.

• USB Audio Interface: With USB multi-track recording and playback, the QU-5 doubles as an audio interface, allowing you to record your mix directly to your DAW or interface with your recording software. This makes it an ideal tool for live recordings, rehearsals, and streaming applications.

• DuoPre Preamps: The QU-5 features Allen & Heath’s DuoPre preamps, providing exceptionally clean and transparent sound capture, delivering high-quality audio with minimal noise and distortion for your microphones and instruments.

• Automatic Gain Control (AGC): With AGC functionality, the QU-5 automatically adjusts gain levels to ensure optimal signal integrity throughout the performance, reducing the need for constant manual adjustments.

• Scene and Snapshot Recall: The QU-5 includes a scene recall feature that allows you to store and instantly recall mix settings, making it easier to manage changes between songs or live events. Snapshots provide the flexibility to adjust various settings quickly and efficiently.

• Wi-Fi Control with QU-Pad: The QU-5 offers wireless control through the QU-Pad app, allowing you to control the mixer remotely from your smartphone or tablet. This feature is perfect for mixing while moving around the venue or making quick adjustments from the audience.

• Compact and Durable Design: Despite its powerful features, the QU-5 is lightweight and road-ready, with a durable chassis designed to withstand the rigors of touring and live events. Its compact size makes it easy to transport and set up.

• Flexible Output Options: The QU-5 provides a variety of output options, including mono, stereo, and auxiliary outputs, which makes it versatile enough for front-of-house, monitors, recording, or streaming applications.

• Customizable User Interface: Tailor the user interface to your specific needs with customizable layers, fader banks, and control assignments, allowing for greater flexibility during performances.