Allen & Heath SQ-5 Digital Mixer

48-channel, 36-bus digital mixer with 17 individual faders designed for the pro working in multi-mic environments.

Allen & Heath’s SQ-5 is built for professionals in the most demanding live sound environments. Delivering high-resolution audio with ultralow latency, the SQ-5 gives you unrivaled power and audio fidelity. The mixer has 16 onboard preamps and 8 stereo FX engines with dedicated return channels and access to the acclaimed RackExtra FX library. 12 stereo mixes (configurable as groups or AUXes) make the SQ-5 the perfect companion for in-ear monitoring setups, whilst Automatic Mic Mixing takes the strain in multi-mic environments. SQ-5 gives you all the tools to meet any requirement, from AV and corporate events to live productions and houses of worship. DEEP processing readySQ's DEEP processing architecture allows owners to hand-pick boutique compressor and preamp emulations to suit their style and needs. DEEP plug-ins can be embedded directly within the mixer’s inputs and mix channels, all without adding system latency or setup hassles. The Ultimate IEM mixerWith no less than 12 stereo mixes, super low latency and both parametric and graphic EQ on every mix, SQ is the perfect companion for in-ear monitoring setups. SQ's airline-friendly compactness and rugged build quality mean there’s no reason to gamble with house monitor consoles again. Expandable up to 48 micsSQ-5 has all the onboard I/O you need for standalone operation. Thanks to its SLink intelligent port, SQ can also be expanded up to a total of 48 mic inputs via a family of 96kHz and 48kHz rack and stage box expanders, making it a flexible, mix ‘n’ match solution for owners of other Allen & Heath digital systems. You can also link your SQ directly to another SQ or even a dLive system. Dante, Waves and moreSQ is the centerpiece of a growing ecosystem of apps, expanders, audio networking, personal mixers and more, allowing you to connect, adapt and expand to your heart’s content. It’s compatible with leading audio networking standards too—add an audio networking card, such as Dante or Waves, to SQ’s I/O port and you’re ready to integrate with installed systems, provide a digital front-of-house/monitor split and more. The Mixing ExperienceWith each new design, the Allen & Heath team strives to get closer to the ultimate mixing experience. SQ’s dashboard is centered around a high-res 7" capacitive touchscreen, framed by an array of high-grip, illuminating encoders to create an intuitive, integrated blend of clear visual feedback and immediate, hands-on control. Channels and mixes can be dragged and dropped to any strip, with custom naming and color coding on the color strip displays, allowing you to build a mixing environment that mirrors your own workflow. Each strip features Allen & Heath's patented Chromatic channel metering system, giving you at-a-glance level indication thanks to LEDs with variable brightness and color.
Features
96kHz FPGA processing48 input channelsDEEP processing ready25 faders/6 layers12 stereo mixes + LR3 stereo matrix8 stereo FX engines + dedicated returns7" capacitive touchscreenSLink port for remote audio/expansion64-channel I/O port for audio networking
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