Digital mixing console Allen & Heath Qu-5

Digital mixing console Allen & Heath Qu-5 — The next generation of the legendary digital mixer

The Qu series has received a second life: the Allen & Heath Qu-5 returns in a modern format, equipped with a powerful 96 kHz XCVI core, which opens up deep processing capabilities, an expanded number of channels and fully flexible patching on four customizable layers. A new user interface design, significant hardware upgrades and expanded features make the Qu-5 a versatile solution for professional mixing.

Controls in the Allen & Heath Qu-5

Each channel is equipped with its own display, which shows its name, type or connector number. The new touchscreen with a completely redesigned user interface makes operation fast and clear even in difficult conditions, and a chromatic indicator allows you to quickly assess the signal level.

Expansion and integration open new horizons

Thanks to the SLink port, you can connect Everything I/O rack and stage systems. The Qu-5 also integrates with other Allen & Heath consoles, providing up to 128x128 96kHz channels for patching, making it a versatile tool for large-scale systems.

Universal recording and playback

The integrated USB-C 32x32 audio interface provides professional-grade multi-channel audio. There is support for 32-channel multitrack recording to SD card, as well as the ability to easily record stereo and playback via the USB-A port. This solution combines reliability and flexibility, allowing the console to be used in a variety of scenarios.

New features significantly increase efficiency

DEEP Processing technology brings enhancements from the flagship dLive system to the Qu platform for the first time. Gain Assistant automatically adjusts the gain for one or more channels, constantly monitoring levels. Feedback Assistant eliminates problem frequencies with up to 16 filters per output. And the 32-channel automatic microphone mixer (AMM) operates without additional latency, making it ideal for conferences and TV shows.

Remote control adds convenience

The Qu-MixPad app allows sound engineers to control all parameters in real time, while Qu4You gives musicians the ability to customize their own monitoring.

Features

• Compact format: 96 kHz, 38 inputs / 24 outputs
• Faders: 17 motorized 100 mm faders
• Inputs: 16 XLR/Jack combo for microphones and line signals
• Outputs: 12 XLR
• Mounting: 19-inch rack mountable (with optional kit)
• Updated hardware: new preamps and high-performance ADC/DAC for flawless sound

User manual