Allen & Heath Qu-5 38-Channel Digital Mixer

Description:

The Allen & Heath Qu-5 38-Channel Digital Mixer combines powerful 96kHz digital processing, intuitive hands-on control, flexible routing, and professional connectivity in a compact console. Built around Allen & Heath's XCVI processing core, the Qu-5 provides 38 inputs to mix, 24 outputs, 12 mixes, 4 matrix mixes, and six stereo FX engines, making it a versatile solution for live sound, installations, corporate events, houses of worship, theatres, education, and studio applications.

The Qu-5 features 17 x 100mm motorised faders across four customisable layers, a responsive 7-inch capacitive touchscreen, eight assignable SoftKeys, and chromatic channel metering for fast and intuitive mixing. Its redesigned user interface maintains Allen & Heath's walk-up-and-mix workflow while providing flexible patching and enhanced control.

For professional audio quality, the Qu-5 uses a 96kHz XCVI core with high-performance AD/DA converters and updated microphone preamps. The console is also DEEP Processing ready, allowing compatible processing options from Allen & Heath's dLive ecosystem.

Built-in Gain Assistant helps streamline input gain setup, while Feedback Assistant can identify and remove problematic frequencies with up to 16 filters per output.

The Qu-5 provides extensive recording and playback options, including a 32x32 USB-C audio interface for multichannel recording and playback, multitrack recording and playback via SD card, and stereo recording and playback through USB-A.

Its 128x128 SLink port provides connectivity to Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders and other compatible Allen & Heath systems.

With 16 XLR/Jack combo mic/line inputs, 12 XLR outputs, two stereo line inputs, AES3 digital output, SLink connectivity, and headphone output, the Allen & Heath Qu-5 delivers professional mixing performance in a compact format.

Key Features

• 38 inputs to mix: 32 mono/linkable and 3 stereo
• 24-output mixing architecture
• 96kHz XCVI processing core
• DEEP Processing ready
• 17 x 100mm motorised faders
• 4 customisable channel strip layers
• 16 XLR/Jack combo mic/line inputs
• 12 XLR outputs
• 2 stereo line input sockets
• 7-inch capacitive touchscreen
• 8 assignable SoftKeys
• 6 stereo multi-FX engines with dedicated stereo returns
• 12 mixes: 6 mono/linkable Aux/Group and 6 stereo Aux/Group
• 4 mono/linkable matrix mixes
• Stereo Main LR output
• Gain Assistant for faster input setup
• Feedback Assistant with up to 16 filters per output
• 32x32 USB-C multichannel audio interface
• SD card multitrack recording and playback
• USB-A stereo audio recording and playback
• 128x128 intelligent SLink port for Everything I/O expansion
• AES3 stereo digital output
• Stereo headphone output
• Remote control via Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps
• Configurable single/dual footswitch connection
• Configurable chromatic channel meter LEDs
• 19-inch rack mountable with optional rack kit

Technical Specifications

Processing & Mixing

• Processing Core: 96kHz XCVI Core
• Inputs to Mix: 38
• Input Configuration: 32 Mono/Linkable + 3 Stereo
• Mixes: 12
• Aux/Group Mixes: 6 Mono/Linkable + 6 Stereo
• Matrix Mixes: 4 Mono/Linkable
• Main Output: Stereo Main LR
• FX Engines: 6 Stereo Multi-FX Engines
• DEEP Processing: Ready
• Processing Latency: Less than 0.7ms, local mic input to Main LR

Inputs & Outputs

• Mic/Line Inputs: 16 x XLR/Jack Combo
• Stereo Line Inputs: 2 x Stereo, each with 2 x TRS
• Talkback: 1 x XLR
• XLR Outputs: 12
• TRS Outputs: 2
• Digital Output: 1 x AES3 Stereo
• Headphone Output: Stereo
• SLink: 128x128 Intelligent SLink Port
• Dante: Not included on Qu-5; available on Qu-5D

Control

• Touchscreen: 7-inch Capacitive
• Resolution: 800 x 480
• Faders: 17 x 100mm Motorised
• Fader Layers: 4 Customisable Layers
• SoftKeys: 8
• Mute Groups: 8
• DCA Groups: 8
• Channel Metering: Configurable Chromatic Channel Meter LEDs
• Remote Control: Windows / macOS / iOS / Android
• Network: TCP/IP Ethernet
• Footswitch: Single or Dual, Momentary or Latching

Recording & Playback

• USB-C Audio Interface: 32x32 Multichannel
• USB-C Streaming: 32 Channels Send / 32 Channels Return
• USB-A: Stereo Audio Recording/Playback & Data Transfer
• SD Recording: 16 Channels at 96kHz / 32 Channels at 48kHz
• SD Playback: 16 Channels at 96kHz / 32 Channels at 48kHz
• Audio Format: WAV, 24-bit for multitrack

Audio Performance

• Sample Rate: 96kHz
• Dynamic Range: 110dB
• Frequency Response: +0/-0.5dB, 20Hz-20kHz
• Headroom: +18dB
• Internal Operating Level: 0dBu
• THD+N: 0.005%, -87dB
• Maximum XLR Output: +22dBu
• Phantom Power: +48V

Physical & General

• Rack Mounting: 19-inch, optional rack kit
• Power Supply: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Maximum Power Consumption: 70W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Network Connection: RJ45

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Allen & Heath Qu-5

How many channels does the Allen & Heath Qu-5 have?

The Allen & Heath Qu-5 has 38 inputs to mix, with 32 mono/linkable inputs and 3 stereo inputs, plus 24 outputs.

Is the Allen & Heath Qu-5 a 96kHz mixer?

Yes. The Qu-5 features a 96kHz XCVI processing core for high-quality digital audio and low-latency performance.

How many faders does the Qu-5 have?

The Qu-5 features 17 x 100mm motorised faders across four customisable layers.

Does the Qu-5 have USB-C?

Yes. It includes a 32x32 USB-C audio interface for multichannel recording and playback.

Does the Allen & Heath Qu-5 support SD recording?

Yes. The Qu-5 supports multitrack SD recording and playback, with up to 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 channels at 48kHz.

Does the Qu-5 have Dante?

The standard Qu-5 does not have built-in Dante. Dante connectivity is available on the Qu-5D variant.

Is the Allen & Heath Qu-5 suitable for live sound?

Yes. Its flexible routing, 38 inputs, 24 outputs, motorised faders, built-in FX, and 96kHz processing make it ideal for professional live sound.

Where can I buy the Allen & Heath Qu-5?

You can shop for the Allen & Heath Qu-5 38-Channel Digital Mixer at 123DJ.