Description
Qu-5 / Qu-5D
Compact 38in/24out 96kHz Mixer
Allen & Heath’s legendary digital mixer is reborn, supercharged with a 96kHz XCVI core for DEEP Processing capabilities, increased channel count with fully flexible patching across 4 customisable layers, a completely redesigned user interface, significant hardware upgrades, plus extended connectivity and optional Dante.
Qu-5
- Compact 38in/24out 96kHz Mixer
- 17 100mm Motorised Faders
- 16 XLR/Jack ‘Combi’ Mic/Line Input Sockets
- 12 XLR Output Sockets
- 19” Rack Mountable (optional kit available)
Qu-5D
- Compact 38in/24out 96kHz Mixer with Dante
- 17 100mm Motorised Faders
- 16 XLR/Jack ‘Combi’ Mic/Line Input Sockets
- 12 XLR Output Sockets
- 19” Rack Mountable (optional kit available)
- 16×16 48/96 kHz Dante interface with dedicated locking EtherCon port
Qu-5 & Qu-5D Features
- Processing & FX
- 96kHz XCVI Core
- 6 Multi-FX Engines with dedicated Stereo Returns
- DEEP Processing Ready
- Mix Architecture
- 38x Inputs to Mix (32x Mono/Linkable, 3x Stereo)
- 12 Mixes (6 Mono/Linkable Aux/Group, 6 Stereo Aux/Group)
- 4 Mono/Linkable Matrix
- Stereo Main LR Output
- I/O
- 16 XLR/Jack ‘Combi’ Mic/Line Input Sockets
- 2 Stereo Line Input Sockets (each 2x TRS)
- 12 XLR Output Sockets
- 1 XLR Talkback Socket
- 2 TRS Output Sockets
- 1 AES3 Stereo Digital Output Socket
- 128×128 Intelligent SLink Port for Everything I/O expansion and system connections
- 16×16 48/96 kHz Dante interface with dedicated locking EtherCon port (Qu-5D only)
- Stereo Headphone Output
- Control
- 7” Capacitive Touchscreen
- 17 100mm Motorised Faders
- 4 Channel Strip Layers
- Remote control via free apps – Windows/MacOS/iOS/Android
- 8 SoftKeys
- Configurable single/dual Footswitch Connection
- Recording & Playback
- USB-A For stereo audio record/playback and data transfer
- USB-C Audio interface for multichannel record/playback (32×32)
- SD Card Slot for multichannel audio recording or playback (16×16@96kHz, 32×32@48kHz)
- Misc
- 19” Rack Mountable (optional kit available) (Qu-5 & Qu-5D only)
- 12V Lamp Socket
- Configurable Chromatic Channel Meter LED’s
All New Hardware.
The new Qu retains the much-loved appearance and form factor of the original Qu series, but with multiple hardware improvements to elevate the sonic performance and mixing experience.
Audio
- Updated microphone preamps and high-performance 96kHz AD/DA converters combine to deliver pristine audio to and from the XCVI core, preserving every detail of the source.
Control
- Every channel now features a channel display – showing channel name, channel type, or socket number – and a chromatic channel meter for at-a-glance level information, and the new touchscreen accommodates a completely redesigned user interface.
Dante Enabled
- The Qu-5D provides a 16×16 Dante interface at 96kHz or 48kHz for integration into larger systems or installs.
Capture & Playback
Reliable Recording and Playback. Anywhere.
Every Qu model is packed with versatile recording and playback options, with an integrated 32×32 USB-C audio interface, 32-channel multitrack support via SD card, and simple stereo recording and playback through the USB-A port, whatever your application.
UI
Updated Workflow
The original Qu series was well loved for its ease and speed of use, making it the perfect mixer for engineers coming from the analogue world. The new Qu takes this further, maintaining a focus on “walk up and mix” usability while adding 4 fully customisable layers, more assignable SoftKeys for workflow optimisation, and flexible routing options in addition to the classic 1:1 Qu routing, all accessible via a newly developed, fast and responsive, user interface.
SLink
Everything I/O Compatible
Thanks to its SLink port, Qu can be connected to the Everything I/O family of rack and stage box expanders making it a flexible, mix ‘n’ match solution for owners of other Allen & Heath digital systems. It can even be connected directly to other Allen & Heath consoles with up to 128×128 channels of 96kHz audio available for patching.
DEEP Processing. Assistive Tools.
Qu is now DEEP Processing ready, bringing acclaimed add-ons from our flagship dLive system to the Qu platform for the first time. In addition, Qu now features the Feedback and Gain Assistants from the CQ series to take the stress out of setup and speed up your soundchecks.
Gain Assistant
Faster Setups
Adjusting the gain for each channel might not be the most thrilling task, and it can take up a lot of your setup time when you have multiple channels to manage.
Qu’s Gain Assistant streamlines this process by quickly and precisely setting the ideal gain level for one or more input channels, while continuously monitoring levels during the performance to avoid any unwanted peaks or surprises.
Feedback Assistant
Say Goodbye to Feedback
Qu’s easy to use Feedback Assistant automatically identifies and removes problematic frequencies with up to 16 filters per output, allowing you to mix with confidence and put feedback worries behind you.
Add-Ons
Take Your Mix to the Next Level
Proven on countless world-tours with international artists, DEEP Processing and RackExtra FX from our award-winning dLive digital mixing system are now available within your Qu.
AMM
Automatic Mic Mixer
Qu’s 32 channel Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) makes it the perfect choice for mixing conferences, panel talks, and TV shows. It’s fully integrated in the mixer, with no extra latency, so you don’t need to route the audio to an internal DSP rack or external plugin system.
Specifications
Inputs
- Mic/Line Inputs Balanced Combi XLR/Jack, fully recallable preamp
- Input Sensitivity -60 to +0dBu
- TRS Inputs -20dB Pad (Fixed)
- Preamp Gain 0dB to +60dB, 1dB steps
- Maximum Input Level (XLR/Jack) +16dBu Mic input / +30dBu TRS pad input
- Input Impedance >1.5kΩ MIC / >20kΩ TRS
- THD+N, Unity gain 0dB 0.002% -92dB (20Hz-20kHz, AES Direct Out, @0dBu 1kHz)
- THD+N, Mid gain +30dB 0.004% -88dB (20Hz-20kHz, AES Direct Out, @-30dBu 1kHz)
- Phantom Power +48V (+3V / -2V)
- Stereo Line Inputs Balanced, 2x 1/4" TRS jack
- Input Sensitivity Nominal +4dBu
- Trim +/-24dB
- Maximum Input Level +21dBu
- Input Impedance >6kΩ
Outputs
- XLR Outputs Balanced, XLR
- Outputs A and B Balanced 1/4" TRS Jack
- Source Fully patchable
- Output Impedance <75Ω
- Nominal Output +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
- Maximum Output Level +22dBu
- Residual Output Noise -88dBu (muted, 20Hz-20kHz)
- AES Digital Output Balanced XLR 2 channel,
- 96kHz sampling rate (Default with SRC Bypassed)
- Switchable output sample rates, 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz
- 2.5Vpp balanced terminated 110Ω
SLink
- Connection Neutrik EtherCON (RJ45)
- dSnake mode 40 input, 20+40(ME) output channels, 48kHz
- DX mode 32 input, 32 output channels, 96kHz
- GigaACE/GX 128 input, 128 output channels, 96kHz
- Inputs Fully patchable
- Outputs Fully patchable
- Sync/SRC Assignable as audio clock source, 48kHz<>96kHz SRC
Dante (Qu-5D only)
- 16 input, 16 output channels, 48/96kHz operation
- Inputs Fully patchable
- Outputs Fully patchable
- Sync/SRC Assignable as audio clock source, 48kHz<>96kHz SRC
USB Audio
- Qu-Drive USB-A or SD Card, recording or playback
- Stereo Record (USB-A) 2 channel, WAV, 48/96kHz, 24-bit, fully patchable
- Stereo Playback (USB-A) 1/2 channel, WAV, 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24-bit, fully patchable
- Multitrack Record (SDHC) 16 channels 96kHz, 32 channels 48kHz, 24-bit, WAV, fully patchable
- Multitrack Playback (SDHC) 16 channels 96kHz, 32 channels 48kHz, 24-bit, WAV, fully patchable
- SD Card SDHC, 32GB, UHS-I, Class 10 for maximum channels, 48/96 kHz, 24-bit
- USB Audio Streaming USB-C connection, USB 2.0 Core Audio compliant, ASIO/WDM for Windows
- Send (upstream) 32 channels, 48/96kHz, 24-bit
- Return (downstream) 32 channels, 48/96kHz, 24-bit
Control
- Touch Screen 7" Capacitive, 800 x 480 resolution, 24-bit RGB
- SoftKeys 8
- Mute Groups / DCA Groups 8 / 8
- Network TCP/IP Ethernet for Control and MIDI
- Footswitch Single or Dual, Momentary or Latching
- MIDI USB-C and TCP/IP
System
- 38 input, 28 bus, XCVI Core Measured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 0dB gain, 0dBu input
- Dynamic Range 110 dB
- Frequency Response +0/-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz
- Headroom +18dB
- Internal operating Level 0dBu
- THD+N, Mic/Line routed to Main L/R Out Unity gain, 0.005%, -87dB (20Hz-20kHz)
- dBFS Alignment +18dBu = 0dBFS (+22dBu at XLR output)
- Meter Calibration 0dB meter = -18dBFS (+4dBu at XLR out)
- Main Meter Type 2x 12 segment, fast (peak) response, follows PAFL
- Channel Meter Type Chromatic Channel Metering, fully programmable colour/brightness
- Peak Indication -3dBFS (+19dBu at XLR out), Multi-point sensing
- Sampling Rate 96kHz
- Bit Depth XCVI custom bit depths, up to 96-bit
- Latency <0.7ms, Local Mic Input to Main L/R
- Operating Temperature Range 0 deg C to 40 deg C (32 deg F to 104 deg F)
- Mains Power 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Max Power Consumption (Qu-5 / Qu-5D) 70W / 75W
Input Processing
- Source
- Channels 1-32 Fully patchable
- ST1 / ST2 / USB Channels Fixed patch, ST1 / ST2 / USB1&2
- USB Global Source Qu-Drive or USB-C Streaming (Auto Switching)
- Polarity Normal/Invert
- Trim -24 to +24dB
- High Pass Filter 12/18/24dB per octave 20Hz – 2kHz
- Insert Fully Patchable (Digital/Analogue/-10dBV level)
- Delay Up to 341ms
- Gate Patchable Sidechain
- Sidechain filter Hi-pass (20Hz-5kHz), band-pass (120Hz-10kHz, Q=1), Lo-pass (120Hz-20kHz)
- Threshold / Depth -72dBu to +18dBu / 0 to 60dB
- Attack / Hold / Release 50µs to 300ms / 10ms to 5s / 10ms to 1s
- PEQ 4-Band fully parametric, 20Hz-20kHz, +/-15dB
- Band 1, Band 4 Selectable Shelving (Baxandall), Bell, HPF/LPF 12dB/octave
- Band 2, Band 3 Bell
- Bell Width Variable, 1.5 Q to 1/9th octave
- Compressor Patchable Sidechain, Ducker mode, DEEP options, +18dB Makeup gain
- Sidechain filter Hi-pass (20Hz-5kHz), band-pass (120Hz-10kHz, Q=1), Lo-pass (120- 20kHz)
- Threshold / Ratio -46dBu to 18dBu / 1:1 to infinity
- Attack / Release 30µs to 300ms / 50ms to 2s
- Knee Soft/Hard
- Detector response Peak/RMS switchable
- Parallel Path Compression dry/wet -inf to 0dB
- Channel Direct Out Follow Fader/Mute/Mute Group/DCA (Global)
- Direct Out Source Post-Preamp, Post-HPF, Post-Gate, Insert Return, Post-PEQ, Post-Comp, Post-Delay
- Direct Out Level trim -inf to 10dB (per channel)
Mix Processing
- Insert Fully Patchable (Digital/Analogue/-10dBV level)
- Delay Up to 682ms
- Feedback Assistant Automatic feedback suppression, 16 filters per mix, 8 concurrent detectors
- Filter Cut 0dB to 18dB
- Automatic Filter Width 18 to 116 Q
- Manual Filter Width 6 to 640 Q
- GEQ 28 bands 31Hz-16kHz, +/-12dB Gain, Constant 1/3 oct, DEEP options
- PEQ As Input PEQ
- Compressor As Input Compressor
FX
- Internal FX 6x FX engines, Send>Return (4 dedicated FX send) or Inserted (with Wet/Dry)
- Types SMR Reverb, Stereo Tap Delay, Gated Reverb, ADT, Blue Chorus Symphonic Chorus, Flanger, Phaser
- 6x Dedicated Stereo FX returns Fader, Pan, Mute, Routing to LR/Mix, 4-Band PEQ
Audio Tools
- PAFL PFL or stereo in-place AFL, 0 to -24dB Trim, PAFL Delay Up to 682ms
- Talkback Dedicated input, Assignable to any mix, Preamp/Trim Control, 20Hz-20kHz 12dB/oct HPF
- Signal Generator Assignable to any input or mix, Sine/White/Pink/Bandpass Noise
- RTA 2x 31-Band 1/3 oct (Stereo) or 61-Band 1/6 octave (Mono), 20Hz-20kHz
AMM
- Type 32 Channel, Gain Sharing Algorithm
- Sidechain Filter HPF / LPF 250Hz / 5kHz (12dB/octave)
- Priority -15dB to +15dB per channel
Dimensions & Weights
- Qu-5 / Qu-5D Width x Depth x Height
- Unit only 440 x 476 x 213 mm (17.3" x 18.7" x 8.4")
- Packed in shipping box 570 x 640 x 310 mm (22.5" x 25.2" x 12.2")
- Unpacked weight 10 kg (22 lbs)
- Packed weight 12.6 kg (27.8 lbs)
