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Allen & Heath Qu-5 Audio Mixer – 16 Channel Digital Mixer

Original price was: $2,499.99.Current price is: $1,999.99.

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The Allen & Heath Qu-5 Audio Mixer transforms church and venue sound with 16 channels, intuitive touchscreen control, and wireless iPad mixing. This digital mixing console includes professional effects, USB recording, and simple operation that empowers volunteers. Achieve studio-quality results without complexity or expensive outboard gear.

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Allen & Heath Qu-5 Audio Mixer – 16 Channel Digital Mixer
$2,499.99 Original price was: $2,499.99.$1,999.99Current price is: $1,999.99.

Allen & Heath Qu-5 Audio Mixer Delivers Professional Sound Control

The Allen & Heath Qu-5 Audio Mixer provides 16 inputs and professional mixing capabilities in a compact design. Moreover, this digital mixing console features intuitive touchscreen control and wireless iPad connectivity. Additionally, built-in effects and processing eliminate the need for external gear. Furthermore, sound engineers consistently praise how this mixer solved their complexity frustrations with previous analog boards.

Intuitive Touchscreen Makes Mixing Easier for Everyone

Traditional mixers often overwhelm volunteers and new users with confusing buttons and complex routing options. However, the Qu-5 digital mixer features a bright touchscreen interface that simplifies every function. Consequently, church sound teams report feeling confident running sound after minimal training. Indeed, users appreciate accessing any channel parameter quickly without memorizing button combinations. Therefore, your team spends less time learning and more time creating excellent sound.

Wireless iPad Control Transforms Your Mixing Workflow

The included Qu-You app allows complete wireless control from your iPad or tablet device. Subsequently, you can mix from anywhere in the venue, hearing exactly what your audience hears. Meanwhile, monitor engineers walk the stage adjusting personal mixes without returning to the mixer position. Additionally, pastors and worship leaders make their own adjustments independently, reducing demands on your sound team significantly.

Professional Effects and Processing Built Into Every Channel

This Allen & Heath digital mixing console includes studio-quality effects processors covering reverb, delay, chorus, and compression. Thus, you achieve professional sound without purchasing expensive outboard gear or processing units. Similarly, the four-band parametric EQ on every channel provides precise tone shaping capabilities. Furthermore, built-in compressors and gates clean up vocals and instruments automatically, ensuring consistent professional results.

USB Recording Captures Every Service and Performance Directly

The Qu-5 audio mixer features USB connectivity for multitrack recording and playback applications. Consequently, you can record complete services, rehearsals, or performances directly to your computer. Additionally, virtual soundcheck functionality lets you refine mixes using previous recordings during setup. Musicians particularly appreciate hearing exactly how adjustments affect their overall sound before live performances begin.

Expandable I/O Meets Growing Audio System Needs

While the Qu-5 includes 16 inputs and comprehensive outputs, optional expansion cards increase connectivity options. Therefore, your investment grows alongside your ministry or venue requirements without replacing the entire console. Moreover, network audio expansion enables digital snake integration for cleaner stage setups and simplified cable management.

What’s Included in the Box?

  • Allen & Heath Qu-5 digital mixing console
  • Power supply cable
  • Quick start guide and documentation
  • Free Qu-You iPad/tablet control app download
  • Free Qu-Drive multitrack recording software

Key Features

  • 96kHz XCVI FPGA Processing Core: Flagship-level audio quality with ultra-low 0.7ms latency ensures pristine sound reproduction and real-time responsiveness for critical live mixing applications
  • 38 Total Mixing Inputs with 16 Mic Preamps: Handle full bands, worship services, or studio sessions with 32 mono/linkable channels, 3 stereo inputs, plus dedicated USB returns for comprehensive audio routing
  • 17 Motorized Faders Across 4 Custom Layers: Intuitive hands-on control with physical feedback that recalls instantly, making scene transitions smooth and eliminating the confusion of virtual fader banks
  • 7-Inch Capacitive Touchscreen with Channel Displays: Responsive interface shows all critical parameters clearly, while individual channel strips display names, types, and chromatic meters for at-a-glance monitoring
  • Intelligent Assistive Mixing Tools: Gain Assistant sets optimal levels automatically, Feedback Assistant eliminates problem frequencies, and 32-channel Automatic Mic Mixer handles conferences with zero latency
  • 32×32 USB-C Audio Interface: Professional multitrack recording and playback at 96kHz, plus SD card recording, USB-A stereo capture, and seamless DAW integration for hybrid workflows
  • Six Studio-Grade Multi-FX Engines: Professional reverbs, delays, choruses, and modulation effects with dedicated stereo returns—no external processing required for broadcast-quality sound
  • Everything I/O SLink Connectivity: Expand up to 128×128 channels with Allen & Heath stage boxes and expanders, or connect directly to other consoles for ultimate system flexibility
  • DEEP Processing Platform: Add boutique analog emulations including tube preamps, legendary compressors, and vintage EQs embedded directly in the mixer for character without latency
  • Wireless Control and Personal Mixing: Qu-MixPad app provides complete remote control from tablets, while Qu-4You lets musicians create their own monitor mixes via smartphone

Tech Specs

  • Processing: 96kHz XCVI FPGA Core, <0.7ms latency
  • Inputs: 16 Mic/Line XLR combo inputs, 2 Stereo TRS line inputs
  • Mixing Channels: 38 inputs to mix (32 mono/linkable, 3 stereo, USB)
  • Outputs: 12 XLR outputs, 2 TRS alternate outputs, 1 AES3 output
  • Mix Buses: 12 mixes (6 mono/linkable, 6 stereo) + LR, 4 mono/linkable matrix
  • Control Surface: 17 motorized 100mm faders (16 channels + master)
  • Layers: 4 fully customizable fader layers
  • Display: 7-inch capacitive color touchscreen, individual channel strip displays with chromatic meters
  • Effects: 6 stereo FX engines with dedicated returns
  • USB Audio Interface: 32×32 channels, USB-C connection, Core Audio and ASIO compliant
  • Recording: 32-track SD card recording, stereo USB-A recording/playback
  • Networking: SLink port (128×128 channels at 96kHz), Ethernet control
  • SoftKeys: 8 programmable buttons
  • Mounting: 19-inch rack mountable (optional AR0800 rack ears)
  • Power: Internal universal power supply, IEC connection
  • Dimensions: 520mm W × 435mm D × 145mm H (20.5″ × 17.1″ × 5.7″)
  • Weight: Approximately 9.5 kg (21 lbs)
  • Remote Apps: Qu-MixPad (engineer control), Qu-4You (personal monitoring)
  • DEEP Processing: Compatible with optional plugin packs

Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use the Qu-5 for both live sound and studio recording?
A: Absolutely! The Qu-5 excels in both applications. The 32×32 USB-C interface integrates seamlessly with DAWs for multitrack recording, while the low-latency 96kHz processing ensures real-time monitoring without delays. Many users run live services on weekends and record podcasts or music sessions during the week using the same console.

Q: Is the Qu-5 difficult to learn for someone coming from an analog mixer?
A: The Qu-5 is specifically designed with Allen & Heath’s “walk up and mix” philosophy. The dedicated channel controls, clear touchscreen, and logical layout make it one of the easiest digital mixers to learn. Most analog users feel comfortable within a few hours, and the intuitive workflow means training volunteers or new operators is straightforward.

Q: What’s the difference between the Qu-5 and Qu-5D?
A: The only difference is that the Qu-5D includes an integrated 16×16 Dante interface operating at 48kHz or 96kHz, allowing seamless integration into Dante-enabled audio networks. If you don’t need Dante networking, the standard Qu-5 offers identical features at a lower price. Note that Dante cannot be added later—you must choose the “D” model initially.

Q: Can I expand the input and output count beyond what’s on the console?
A: Yes! The SLink port allows connection to Allen & Heath’s Everything I/O stage boxes and expanders, supporting up to 128×128 channels of audio at 96kHz. You can also connect directly to other Allen & Heath consoles for sophisticated multi-console setups.

Q: How many monitor mixes can I create for musicians?
A: The Qu-5 provides 12 mix buses total—you can configure six as mono or linkable stereo, and six as stereo mixes. This gives you flexibility to run multiple monitor sends, record mixes, streaming feeds, or zone outputs depending on your needs.

Q: Does the Qu-5 work with personal monitor systems like in-ear monitors?
A: Yes, the Qu-5 works perfectly with IEM systems and integrates seamlessly with Allen & Heath’s ME Personal Mixing system. Musicians can control their own monitor mixes using the Qu-4You app on their smartphones without affecting your front-of-house mix.

Q: What recording options are built into the mixer?
A: The Qu-5 offers three recording methods: (1) 32×32 USB-C multitrack to your computer DAW, (2) 32-track recording directly to SD card, and (3) stereo recording/playback via the front USB-A port. All recording operates at the full 96kHz sample rate for maximum quality.

Q: Can I control the mixer wirelessly from an iPad or tablet?
A: Yes! The free Qu-MixPad app provides complete wireless control of all mixing functions from iOS, Android, Windows, or Mac devices. This is perfect for walking the room during soundcheck or mixing from different positions in the venue.

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