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Professional control and intuitive workflow
The Allen & Heath QU-5 is built for engineers and venues who want powerful control without the bulk. A 7” touchscreen gives fast access to metering, EQ and routing, while 17 motorised faders and four channel layers allow flexible mix control. Assignable SoftKeys let you create shortcuts to frequently used functions, ideal for live shows where fast reactions are key.
With a compact footprint and optional rack mounting, it suits everything from conference rooms to mobile rigs. Scene memory and user presets mean multiple engineers can use it without needing to reconfigure the desk each time. It’s a flexible platform for anyone needing high-performance mixing with a smaller channel count.
Built-in tools to speed up setup
The QU-5 features Allen & Heath’s 96kHz XCVI FPGA processing engine for clear, low-latency audio across all 36 input channels. With 12 mixes and 4 matrices, you can send signals to monitors, recorders or different zones easily. Built-in tools like Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant help optimise your setup quickly and reduce on-stage issues before they start.
The built-in 32-channel Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) makes it ideal for speech applications such as corporate events or worship services. Combined with six internal FX engines, plus support for DEEP and RackExtra add-ons, the QU-5 gives you powerful creative and corrective tools straight out of the box.
Flexible expansion and I/O options
The SLink port on the QU-5 lets you expand your system using both 48kHz and 96kHz I/O hardware. It supports dSnake and DX or GX stageboxes, giving you flexibility to scale up your system for different shows or installations. You can place stageboxes up to 100m away over Cat5e or Cat6 cabling, simplifying wiring and setup.
The QU-5 is also compatible with MixPad and 4You apps on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows. These apps give remote access to channel control, EQ and monitor mixes, useful for walking the room during soundchecks or adjusting mixes on stage. It’s a scalable solution for venues or engineers who need remote access and easy I/O expansion.
Reliable multitrack recording and playback
Multitrack recording is built into the QU-5, with support for both SD card and USB-C. Record up to 32 channels at 48kHz directly to USB-C storage, or 16 channels at 96kHz to SD without needing a computer or audio interface. It’s perfect for capturing shows, rehearsals, or backup recordings in live environments.
Files are saved as standard WAV for easy import into any DAW. Playback is just as easy, trigger backing tracks or run virtual soundchecks from media storage. The USB-A port also supports stereo record/playback and file transfer, giving you multiple ways to manage audio in the field or studio.
Features
- The mixer has 32 mono inputs and 2 stereo input channels
- 96kHz FPGA processing gives you high-quality, low-latency audio
- Six FX engines with dedicated return channels for creative mixing
- A 7 inch touchscreen makes navigation fast and intuitive
- 17 motorised faders provide smooth hands-on control
- SLink port supports wide expansion with Everything I/O
- SD card and USB-C ports enable multitrack recording and playback
Specifications
- Product Code: QU-5/240X
- Mixing Channels: 32x Mono/Linkable, 2x Stereo
- Mix Buses: 12x Total (6x Mono/Linkable Aux, 6x Stereo Aux/Group)
- Matrix Outputs: 4x Mono/Linkable
- Main Output: Stereo LR
- Mic/Line Inputs: 16x XLR/Jack ‘Combi’ Sockets
- Stereo Line Inputs: 2x TRS (Each Input Pair)
- Talkback Input: 1x XLR
- Analogue Outputs: 12x XLR, 2x TRS
- Digital Output: 1x AES3 Stereo
- SLink Port: 128x128 for I/O Expansion and Connectivity
- Headphone Output: Stereo Jack
- FX Engines: 6x Multi-FX with Dedicated Return Channels
- Touchscreen: 7” Capacitive
- Motorised Faders: 17x 100mm
- Channel Strip Layers: 4x Customisable
- SoftKeys: 8x Assignable
- USB-A: Stereo Record/Playback and Data Transfer
- USB-C: 32x32 Audio Interface for Multi-Channel Use
- SD Card Slot: 16x16@96kHz or 32x32@48kHz Record/Playback
- Lamp Connection: 12V Socket
- Footswitch: Single/Dual Configurable
- Channel Metering: Chromatic LED Indicators
- Power Supply: IEC Mains with Worldwide Compatibility
- Network: RJ45 Socket
- Remote Apps: MixPad and 4You (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)
- Automatic Mic Mixing: 32 Channels Built-In
- Add-On FX: DEEP and RackExtra (Purchasable)
- Assistant Tools: Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 440 x 476 x 213.1 mm / 17.3" x 18.7" x 8.4"
- Weight: 9.9kg / 21.8lbs