Allen & Heath Qu-7 – 38-Input Compact 96 kHz Digital Mixer with XCVI
The Qu-7 blends professional mixing power with sleek portability. Powered by Allen & Heath’s 96 kHz XCVI FPGA core, it brings 33 motorized faders, studio-grade mic preamps, a responsive touchscreen, and multitrack recording into a compact half-rack design—perfect for touring, broadcast, and hybrid workflows.
Pagrindinės savybės
- XCVI 96 kHz processing core: Delivers clean, ultra-low-latency audio processing
- 38 mixable inputs: 32 mono/linkable channels, 2 stereo line inputs, plus USB return
- Studio-quality mic preamps: 32 digitally controlled XLR combo inputs for ultra-clean gain
- 33 motorized 100 mm faders: Four layers and eight assignable SoftKeys enable fast, tactile control
- 7″ capacitive touchscreen: Touch-friendly navigation with vivid channel strip visuals
- Powerful FX tools: Six stereo multi-FX engines with dedicated returns
- Flexible routing: 12 mix buses, 4 matrix outputs, and main stereo bus
- Recording interfaces: 32×32 USB-C multitrack, SD card multitrack (32ch at 48 kHz, 16ch at 96 kHz), USB-A stereo playback
- Expandable I/O: SLink port supports Everything I/O expansion up to 128×128 channels
Customer Benefits
The Qu-7 offers an immersive hands-on experience and streamlined control, making it ideal for live sound engineers, studio producers, and AV professionals. Its clean signal path, modular expansion, and intuitive workflow help set up and adapt quickly in any environment.
Quick Specs
- Inputs: 32× XLR combo mic/line, 2× stereo TRS, USB return
- Outputs: 20× XLR mix, 2× TRS aux, 1× AES3, headphone out
- Mixing: 12 mix buses, 4 matrixes, LR stereo bus
- FX: 6 stereo engines with dedicated returns
- Recording: SD slot, USB-C multitrack, USB-A stereo
- Control: Touchscreen, motorized faders, SoftKeys, remote app support
- Connectivity: SLink, USB, AES3
- Dimensions: ~800 × 211 × 476 mm
- Weight: ~16.7 kg
What’s in the Box
- Allen & Heath Qu-7 mixer
- Power supply
- Quick start guide
Use Cases / Ideal For
Ideal for live sound engineers, broadcasters, and installers who need premium mixing, multitrack recording, and expandable I/O in a compact form factor—perfect for touring, theaters, houses of worship, and compact studios.
Suderinamumas
Functions as a 32-channel USB interface across Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. Remote control via Qu-MixPad and Qu-4You apps. Expands through the Everything I/O system using the SLink port.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Professional processing and mic preamps in a compact design
- Motorized faders and intuitive UI for fast workflow
- Robust recording and expansion capabilities
⚠️ Cons:
- Large footprint for tight spaces or racks
- DEEP FX and advanced features may require additional licensing
The Allen & Heath Qu-7 delivers premium sound, tactile control, and scalable I/O in a compact package—designed for professionals demanding flexibility and performance on the go.
