Introduction
Allen & Heath’s legendary digital mixer is reborn, smaller than ever, and supercharged with a 96kHz XCVI core for DEEP Processing capabilities, increased channel count with fully flexible patching across 6 customisable layers, a completely redesigned user interface, significant hardware upgrades, plus extended connectivity and optional Dante.
All New Hardware.
The Qu-3 and Qu-3D take the next generation appearance of the new Qu series, packed with multiple hardware improvements to elevate the sonic performance and mixing experience, and repackage it for desktop use.
Audio: Updated microphone preamps and high-performance 96kHz AD/DA converters combine to deliver pristine audio to and from the XCVI core, preserving every detail of the source.
Control: Every channel features a channel display – showing channel name, channel type, or socket number – and a chromatic channel meter for at-a-glance level information, and the new touchscreen accommodates a completely redesigned user interface.
Dante Enabled: The Qu-3D provides a 16×16 Dante interface at 96kHz or 48kHz for integration into larger systems or installs, with a 32x32 channel upgrade Add-On available for applications needing even more.
DEEP Processing. Assistive Tools.
With its XCVI core, Qu is DEEP Processing ready, bringing acclaimed add-ons from our flagship dLive, system to the Qu platform for the first time. In addition, Qu features the Feedback and Gain Assistants from the CQ series to take the stress out of setup and speed up your soundchecks.
Reliable Recording and Playback. Anywhere.
Every Qu model is packed with versatile recording and playback options, with an integrated 32x32 USB-C audio interface, 32-channel multitrack support via SD card, and simple stereo recording and playback through the USB-A port, whatever your application.
Updated Workflow
The original Qu series was well loved for its ease and speed of use, making it the perfect mixer for engineers coming from the analogue world. The new Qu takes this further, maintaining a focus on "walk up and mix” usability while adding fully customisable layers, more assignable SoftKeys for workflow optimisation, and flexible routing options in addition to the classic 1:1 Qu routing, all accessible via a newly developed, fast and responsive, user interface.
Everything I/O Compatible
Thanks to its SLink port, Qu can be connected to the Everything I/O family of rack and stage box expanders making it a flexible, mix ‘n’ match solution for owners of other Allen & Heath digital systems. It can even be connected directly to other Allen & Heath consoles with up to 128x128 channels of 96kHz audio available for patching.
Gain Assistant - Faster Setups
Adjusting the gain for each channel might not be the most thrilling task, and it can take up a lot of your setup time when you have multiple channels to manage.
Qu’s Gain Assistant streamlines this process by quickly and precisely setting the ideal gain level for one or more input channels, and can continuously monitor levels during the performance to avoid any unwanted peaks or surprises.
Feedback Assistant - Say Goodbye to Feedback
Qu’s easy to use Feedback Assistant automatically identifies and removes problematic frequencies with up to 16 filters per output, allowing you to mix with confidence and put feedback worries behind you.
Remote Apps
Control the mixer from (almost) anywhere with free apps for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. Qu-MixPad gives the engineer complete control anywhere in the room and Qu4You allows the performer to adjust only their mix and hear exactly what they need to.
Automatic Mic Mixer
Qu’s 32 channel Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) makes it the perfect choice for mixing conferences, panel talks, and TV shows. It's fully integrated in the mixer, with no extra latency, so you don’t need to route the audio to an internal DSP rack or external plugin system.
Take Your Mix to the Next Level
Proven on countless world-tours with international artists, DEEP Processing and RackExtra FX from our award-winning dLive digital mixing system are now available within your Qu.
Qu-3 & Qu-3D Features:
Processing & FX
· 96kHz XCVI Core
· 6 Multi-FX Engines with dedicated Stereo Returns
· DEEP Processing Ready
Mix Architecture
· 36x Inputs to Mix (32x Mono/Linkable, 2x 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
· 1 Stereo Line Input Socket (2x TRS)
· 8 XLR 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-3D only)
· Stereo Headphone Output
Control
· 7” 1000nits Capacitive Touchscreen
· 9 100mm Motorised Faders
· 6 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
· Configurable Chromatic Channel Meter LED’s
· Screen angle optimised for desktop use
· 19” Rack Mountable (optional kit available)