The Allen & Heath Qu-5 (AH-QU-5) is a 96kHz digital mixer with 17 motorised faders, 16 XLR/jack combi mic/line inputs, and a 7-inch touchscreen. It is built for bands, churches, schools, and AV.
The Qu-5 is part of the Qu-5, Qu-6, and Qu-7 range. A 12V lamp socket, footswitch input, RJ45 network port, and IEC mains with a worldwide PSU are on the rear panel.
Allen & Heath Qu-5 Features
- 96kHz XCVI core. Qu runs on Allen & Heath's 96kHz XCVI FPGA core with variable bit-depth up to 96-bit and less than 0.7ms latency, mixing 38 input sources to 28 buses.
- 38 inputs and 12 mixes. You get 32 mono/linkable inputs and 3 stereo inputs, a stereo main LR, 6 mono/linkable and 6 stereo aux/group mixes, 4 FX sends, and 4 matrix mixes.
- 16 combi inputs and 12 XLR outputs. Local I/O is 16 XLR/jack combi mic/line inputs, 2 stereo line inputs, a talkback XLR, 12 XLR outputs, 2 TRS outputs, an AES3 output, and a headphone output.
- Recording three ways. USB-A records stereo, an SD card slot records 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 at 48kHz, and USB-C is a 32x32 audio interface at 48 or 96kHz.
- Gain and Feedback Assistant. Gain Assistant helps set input levels, and Feedback Assistant runs 8 simultaneous detectors. A 32-channel DEEP automatic mic mixer is included.
- SLink expansion. A 128x128 SLink port connects Everything I/O expanders and system links, and Qu is compatible with the ME personal monitoring range.
- 6 FX engines and 300 scenes. Six multi-FX engines have dedicated stereo returns and PEQ, and you can store 300 scenes per show with channel safes and recall filters.
Where the Qu-5 Fits
Bands and venues: 16 preamps and 17 faders handle a full band, with SD card multitrack recording of every show.
Churches and schools: Gain Assistant, Feedback Assistant, and user permissions help less experienced operators.
AV and streaming: Stream 32x32 over USB-C, or add an SLink expander for more inputs.
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Allen & Heath Qu-5 Specifications
- Model: Qu-5
- Manufacturer part number: AH-QU-5
- Type: 96kHz digital mixer
- Processing: 96kHz XCVI core, variable bit-depth up to 96-bit, <0.7ms latency
- Inputs to mix: 38 (32 mono/linkable, 3 stereo)
- Mixes: Stereo main LR; 6 mono/linkable and 6 stereo aux/group; 4 FX sends; 4 mono/linkable matrix
- Local inputs: 16x XLR/jack combi mic/line, 2x stereo line (each 2x TRS), 1x XLR talkback
- Local outputs: 12x XLR, 2x TRS, 1x AES3 stereo, stereo headphone
- Expansion: 128x128 SLink port
- Dante: Not built in (see the D model)
- Faders: 17x 100mm motorised, 4 layers
- SoftKeys: 8
- Touchscreen: 7-inch capacitive
- Recording: USB-A stereo at 48/96kHz; SD card 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 at 48kHz; USB-C 32x32 at 48/96kHz
- FX: 6 multi-FX engines with dedicated stereo returns and PEQ
- Automatic mic mixer: 32-channel DEEP, zero latency
- Scenes: 300 per show
- Other: 12V lamp socket, footswitch connection, RJ45 network, IEC mains with worldwide PSU
- Weight: 10 kg (22 lb)
- Packed weight: 12.6 kg (27.8 lb)
- Warranty: 2-year limited manufacturer warranty
- UPC: 5056756901073
What's in the Box
- 1 x Allen & Heath Qu-5
Allen & Heath has not published a full packing list for the Qu-5 on the official pages cited for this listing. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you need the complete accessory list.
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The Qu-5 user manual will be posted here soon. Need it now? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) and we'll email it to you.
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Allen & Heath Qu-5 Q&A
Does the Qu-5 have Dante built in?
Does the Qu-5 have Dante built in?
No. The Qu-5 does not have Dante built in. The Qu-5D model adds a 16x16 Dante interface.
How many mic inputs does the Qu-5 have?
How many mic inputs does the Qu-5 have?
The Qu-5 has 16 XLR/jack combi mic/line inputs plus a talkback XLR.
Can I record multitrack on the Qu-5?
Can I record multitrack on the Qu-5?
Yes. The Qu-5 records 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 channels at 48kHz to an SD card, and its USB-C interface streams 32x32 to a computer.
Does the Qu-5 have motorised faders?
Does the Qu-5 have motorised faders?
Yes. The Qu-5 has 17 100mm motorised faders with 4 customisable layers.
Does the Qu-5 have feedback suppression help?
Does the Qu-5 have feedback suppression help?
Yes. The Qu-5 includes Feedback Assistant with 8 simultaneous detectors, plus Gain Assistant for setting input levels.
Does the Qu-5 work with Allen & Heath stage boxes?
Does the Qu-5 work with Allen & Heath stage boxes?
Yes. The Qu-5 has a 128x128 SLink port for Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders.
Can I mix the Qu-5 from an iPad?
Can I mix the Qu-5 from an iPad?
Yes. Allen & Heath offers free remote control apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android for Qu mixers.
How much does the Allen & Heath Qu-5 weigh?
How much does the Allen & Heath Qu-5 weigh?
The Qu-5 weighs 10 kg (22 lb) according to Allen & Heath's official specifications. Packed weight is 12.6 kg (27.8 lb).
Is the Allen & Heath Qu-5 good for a church?
Is the Allen & Heath Qu-5 good for a church?
Yes. The Qu-5 combines Gain Assistant, Feedback Assistant, a DEEP automatic mic mixer, and user permissions, which help volunteer teams in houses of worship.
What is the difference between the Qu-5 and the Qu-5D?
What is the difference between the Qu-5 and the Qu-5D?
The Qu-5D adds a built-in 16x16 Dante interface at 48 or 96kHz with a dedicated EtherCON port. Otherwise the two mixers share the same surface, I/O, and processing.
Does the Allen & Heath Qu-5 come with a warranty?
Does the Allen & Heath Qu-5 come with a warranty?
Yes. Allen & Heath lists a 2-year limited manufacturer warranty for the Qu-5, starting from the original purchase by the end user. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you have warranty questions.
Where can I buy the Allen & Heath Qu-5 in the USA?
Where can I buy the Allen & Heath Qu-5 in the USA?
You can buy the Allen & Heath Qu-5 (AH-QU-5) from HDTV Supply at hdtvsupply.com. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you want help choosing the right Allen & Heath model or accessories.
Why not buy this Allen & Heath Qu-5 Digital Mixer today?
HDTV Supply supplies Allen & Heath digital mixers, I/O expanders, and accessories for live sound, houses of worship, schools, and installed AV.
The Qu-5 works with Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders over SLink, the ME personal monitoring range, and free remote apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
Why not buy this Allen & Heath Qu-5 Digital Mixer today?
This Allen & Heath Qu-5 is covered by Allen & Heath's limited manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from the original purchase by the end user, as listed on the official Allen & Heath warranty policy. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
