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The Qu‑6 is part of the newer Qu series from Allen & Heath. It upgrades many of the past Qu models in terms of processing power, connectivity, and user interface, while maintaining a compact form. The Qu‑6D version is the Dante‑equipped variant (i.e. with built‑in Dante networked audio).
Key Features and Specifications:
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core / Processing | 96 kHz “XCVI core” with DEEP Processing capabilities. |
| Inputs to Mix | 38 inputs: about 32 mono / linkable, and 3 stereo channels. |
| Mic/Line Inputs | 24 XLR/Jack “combi” mic/line sockets. |
| Line Input / Stereo Inputs | 2 dedicated stereo line‑input pairs (each pair via TRS) in addition to the combi inputs. |
| Outputs | 16 XLR output sockets, plus some TRS outputs, a talkback XLR, AES3 digital output. |
| Faders / Control Surface | 25 motorised faders (100 mm). There is a 7‑inch capacitive touchscreen. 4 strip/fader layers. 8 assignable SoftKeys. |
| Mix / Routing | • 12 mixes (6 mono/linkable aux/group + 6 stereo aux/group) • 4 matrix outs (mono/linkable) • Stereo main LR output. |
| FX / Processing | 6 Multi‑FX engines with dedicated returns. Also features things like Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant for faster setup / sound‑check. DEEP Processing ready. |
| Recording / Playback | • USB‑C interface: 32×32 channels for multitrack recording/playback. • SD‑card slot for multitrack recording / playback (varies with sample rate: e.g. 16×16 @ 96 kHz, 32×32 @ 48 kHz) • USB‑A port for stereo record / playback and data transfer. |
| Connectivity / Expansion | • SLink port for Everything I/O (rack / stage‑box) expansion, can support large channel counts and integration with other Allen & Heath equipment. • For Qu‑6D: 16×16 Dante (48/96 kHz) via locking EtherCon port. |
| Physical / Miscellaneous |
• 7‑inch capacitive touchscreen. • Remote control apps (iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS) to control mixer from tablet / laptop. • Lamp socket, footswitch input, headphone out. • Rack‑mountable via optional kit. • Weight / size: roughly 12.9 kg, dimensions ~ 609 × 476 × 213 mm (W × H × D). |
