Allen & Heath Qu-7 Delivers Professional Mixing Power with Intuitive Touchscreen Control
The Allen & Heath Qu-7 provides 32 input channels and professional mixing capabilities with an intuitive touchscreen interface. Moreover, this digital mixing console features wireless iPad control and comprehensive built-in effects processors. Additionally, motorized faders and scene recall simplify complex mixing tasks for volunteers and professionals alike. Furthermore, church sound teams consistently report feeling relieved after replacing confusing analog boards with this user-friendly digital solution.
Touchscreen Interface Simplifies Complex Mixing for Volunteers and New Operators
Traditional digital mixers overwhelm new users with countless buttons, confusing menus, and complicated navigation that frustrates everyone. However, the Allen & Heath Qu-7 digital mixer features a bright touchscreen providing instant access to all functions. Consequently, volunteers feel confident running sound after just one training session, eliminating stress during services. Indeed, users praise how the logical interface solved their constant operator turnover problems, making Sunday mornings significantly smoother.
Wireless iPad Control Transforms Your Mixing Workflow and Sound Quality
Being stuck behind a stationary console prevents sound engineers from hearing what congregations actually experience throughout the venue. Fortunately, the Qu-7 digital mixing console supports complete wireless control via the free Qu-You iPad app. Subsequently, you mix from any location, ensuring consistent sound quality in every seat of your sanctuary. Meanwhile, monitor engineers walk the stage adjusting personal mixes without constantly returning to the console position repeatedly.
Motorized Faders and Scene Recall Save Time During Service Transitions
Manually adjusting dozens of faders between worship segments creates stress and often results in embarrassing audio mistakes. Conversely, the Allen & Heath Qu-7 features motorized faders that automatically move to saved positions when recalling scenes. Thus, transitioning between worship, teaching, and special music happens instantly with perfect consistency every time. Additionally, unlimited scene storage means you can save settings for every band configuration and service type.
Professional Effects and Processing Built Into Every Channel
Buying separate reverb units, compressors, and EQ processors adds thousands of dollars to traditional audio system budgets unnecessarily. However, the Qu-7 digital mixer includes studio-quality effects covering reverb, delay, chorus, and comprehensive dynamics. Consequently, you achieve professional sound without purchasing expensive outboard gear or learning complicated external equipment. Furthermore, four-band parametric EQ on every channel provides precise tone shaping capabilities that previously required dedicated equalizers.
USB Recording Captures Services and Enables Virtual Soundcheck Sessions
Recording services with external equipment creates complicated setups and potential failure points that cause frustration and missed recordings. Fortunately, the Allen & Heath Qu-7 digital mixing console features USB multitrack recording directly to computers. Therefore, you capture complete services, rehearsals, and special events without additional hardware or complicated configurations. Moreover, virtual soundcheck functionality allows you to refine mixes using previous recordings during setup time.
What’s Included in the Box?
- Allen & Heath Qu-7 digital mixing console
- Power supply cable with IEC connection
- Quick start guide and comprehensive documentation
- Free Qu-You iPad/tablet control app download
- Free Qu-Drive multitrack recording software
- Rack mounting kit for installation flexibility
FAQ'S
What makes the Qu-7 different from the smaller Qu-6?
The Qu-7 offers significantly expanded capability with 48 total channels (versus 38 on the Qu-6), 32 mic preamps (versus 24), and 33 motorized faders (versus 25). The Qu-7 Chrome Edition also features premium brushed aluminum fader caps and an additional customizable layer for more complex productions. If you regularly handle larger productions with more input sources, need more monitor mixes, or want the flagship aesthetic, the Qu-7 is the ideal choice.
Is the Chrome Edition just cosmetic or are there performance differences?
The Chrome Edition features the same exceptional 96kHz audio processing and professional performance as the standard Qu series. The distinguishing features are the premium brushed aluminum fader caps and elegant aesthetic that elevate the visual presence of your console. This makes it particularly popular for installations where the mixer is visible to audiences or clients, such as broadcast studios, high-profile houses of worship, and premium corporate venues.
Can I use this for both live sound and studio recording?
Absolutely. The Qu-7’s 32×32 USB-C audio interface provides full DAW integration for multitrack studio recording, automation, and mixing. The motorized faders, comprehensive routing, and hands-on control make it excellent for studio work, while the rugged construction and scene recall capabilities make it equally powerful for live productions. Many professionals use the Qu-7 as their primary studio console and take it on the road for live shows.
How many monitor mixes can I create?
The Qu-7 provides 12 dedicated mix buses that can be configured as monitor sends, plus 4 matrix outputs for additional zoned distribution. This means you can create up to 12 separate monitor mixes for musicians, plus additional feeds for broadcast, streaming, recording, or multi-room audio distribution. Each mix has full parametric EQ and dynamics processing for tailored monitor sound.
Does it work with the Qu-MixPad app for wireless control?
Yes. The Qu-MixPad app provides comprehensive wireless control via tablet, allowing you to adjust mixes from anywhere in the venue. This is invaluable for tuning monitor mixes on stage with performers, walking the room to adjust house sound from different positions, or enabling performers to control their own monitor mixes. The app connects via the mixer’s Ethernet port to your wireless network.
What’s the difference between the Qu-7 and Qu-7D?
The Qu-7 and Qu-7D are identical except the Qu-7D adds a built-in 16×16 Dante interface at 48/96kHz for networked audio-over-IP connectivity. If you need integration with Dante-enabled stage boxes, recording systems, broadcast equipment, or existing Dante infrastructure, choose the Qu-7D. For standalone operation or USB-only recording, the standard Qu-7 provides exceptional value.
Is this suitable for houses of worship?
The Qu-7 is extremely popular in worship environments and specifically designed with both professional engineers and volunteer teams in mind. The intuitive “walk up and mix” interface, scene recall for different service styles, and intelligent assistants (Gain, Feedback, Auto Mic Mixer) make it approachable while providing professional audio quality. The expanded channel count handles full worship bands with multiple vocalists, plus broadcast feeds and multitrack recording.
Can I expand the inputs with stage boxes?
Yes. The SLink port connects to Allen & Heath’s Everything I/O family of stage boxes and expanders, providing access to up to 128×128 channels of 96kHz audio. This makes the Qu-7 incredibly scalable, allowing you to grow from 32 onboard inputs to massive systems with remote stage boxes, additional outputs, and even networking with other Allen & Heath consoles. This expandability future-proofs your investment.
