Allen & Heath QU-5 Compact 38in/24out 96kHz Mixer
The Allen & Heath Qu-5 delivers mixing in a compact format with 96 kHz XCVI core and DEEP Processing.
This mixer features improved mic preamps, new 96 kHz converters, and a redesigned UI with per-channel chromatic meters, and handles complex setups effortlessly.
The QU-5 allows you to record 32 tracks to SD or leverage the 32×32 USB-C interface for seamless integration, whilst offering four custom layers, expanded SoftKeys, and flexible routing streamline your workflow.
The SLink port connects to the Everything I/O ecosystem and other A&H consoles for up to 128×128 channels.
Other features include Gain Assistant, Feedback Assistant and a 32‑channel AMM, which make speech‑heavy events simple.
The Allen & Heath Qu-5 Mixer is also available as the Qu-5D version.
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
I/O Racks:
- Allen & Heath DX012 Expander
- Allen & Heath DX164-W Expander
- Allen & Heath DX168 Expander
- Allen & Heath DX32 Expander
- Allen & Heath DX88-P Expander
- Allen & Heath GX4816 Expander
- Allen & Heath DX Hub Expander
- Allen & Heath AR84 Expander
- Allen & Heath AB168 Expander
- Allen & Heath AR2412 Expander
- Allen & Heath DT22 Interface
- Allen & Heath DT02 Interface
- Allen & Heath DT20 Interface
- Allen & Heath DT164-W Interface
- Allen & Heath DT168 Interface
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
