Allen & Heath QU-5D Digital Mixer with Dante – Features & Overview

The Allen & Heath QU-5D is a powerful, compact 32-channel digital mixer designed for live sound, studio recording, broadcast, and installations. Part of the new-generation Qu series, the QU-5D combines premium 96kHz audio quality, built-in Dante networking, intuitive touch control, and advanced routing in a streamlined, rack-mountable format. It’s ideal for professionals who demand high performance, reliability, and modern network integration.

✅ Key Features of the Allen & Heath QU-5D

🎚️ High-Performance Audio Engine

• Powered by a 96kHz XCVI FPGA processing core for ultra-low latency and pristine audio quality

• Studio-grade preamps and premium AD/DA converters ensure clear, detailed sound

🎧 Flexible Mixing & Channel Processing

• 38 Inputs to mix: 32 mono inputs (with linking), 2 stereo line inputs, plus USB and SD card input options

• 12 Mix Outputs: 6 mono/stereo aux/group mixes + 4 matrix outputs + LR main mix

• Onboard DEEP Processing options, including compressors and FX

🔌 Built-in Dante Networking

• 16×16 Dante interface with locking EtherCon connector

• Perfect for networked audio applications, integration with Dante-enabled devices, and audio-over-IP systems

🎛️ User-Friendly Interface

• 17 motorized 100mm faders with customizable fader layers

• 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with fast navigation and real-time control

• High-contrast channel displays and customizable SoftKeys for quick access

🎤 Smart Live Sound Tools

• Built-in Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) for panel discussions, conferences, and speech reinforcement

• Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant help streamline sound check and minimize feedback risk

💾 Multitrack Recording & Playback

• USB-C interface: 32×32 multitrack recording/playback to Mac, PC, or DAW

• SD card recording: up to 32 channels at 48kHz or 16 channels at 96kHz

• USB-A stereo record/playback for quick captures and playback

🌐 Flexible Connectivity

• 16 mic/line combo inputs, 2 stereo TRS inputs, 12 XLR outputs

• AES3 digital out, headphone output, SLink port (128×128) for Allen & Heath remote I/O

• Footswitch and lamp ports for stage-friendly setups

📱 Remote Control Options

• Compatible with Allen & Heath MixPad app for remote mixing on iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS

• Use Qu-You personal monitoring app for performers’ control of their own monitor mixes

🧳 Compact, Rack-Mount Design

The QU-5D is designed to fit into a 19-inch rack, making it perfect for touring, AV installs, houses of worship, corporate events, and more. Despite its small footprint, it delivers all the power of a larger digital console.