The Allen & Heath SQ6+ (AH-SQ-6-PLUS) is a 48-channel digital mixer with 25 motorised faders, 24 XLR mic/line inputs, a 9-inch touchscreen, and RackUltra FX. It is built on Allen & Heath's 96kHz XCVI core for live sound, worship, and installed AV.
The SQ6+ mixes 48 input channels to a stereo main LR, 12 mono or stereo aux/group mixes, 4 FX sends, 4 RackUltra FX sends, and 6 mono/linkable matrix mixes. Local I/O is 24 XLR mic/line inputs, 2 stereo line inputs on TRS, a talkback XLR, 14 XLR outputs, 2 TRS outputs, and an AES3 stereo output.
A 128x128 SLink port connects Everything I/O expanders, and a 64x64 I/O port takes option cards (128x128 with an SLink card fitted). USB-A records to a drive, and USB-B is a 32x32 audio interface at 48 or 96kHz.
Allen & Heath SQ6+ Features
- 96kHz XCVI core. The XCVI FPGA core runs at 96kHz with variable bit-depth up to 96-bit and less than 0.7ms latency, so you get a clean, fast signal path on every input.
- 48 channels and a full mix layout. You get 48 input processing channels, 12 mixes that can be mono or stereo auxes or groups, 4 FX sends, 4 RackUltra FX sends, and 6 mono/linkable matrix mixes.
- RackUltra FX and DEEP Processing. There are 8 multi-FX engines and 4 RackUltra FX engines, each with dedicated stereo return channels and PEQ. The mixer is DEEP Processing ready and includes a 2x 24 or 1x 48 channel DEEP automatic mic mixer.
- 25 motorised faders. The surface has 25 100mm motorised faders, 6 customisable layers, 16 SoftKeys, and 4 soft rotaries, with a 9-inch capacitive touchscreen for processing and routing.
- Recording and USB interface. USB-A records stereo, 16 channels at 96kHz, or 32 channels at 48kHz to a drive. USB-B is a 32x32 audio interface at 48 or 96kHz for multitrack recording and virtual soundcheck.
- Expansion over SLink. The 128x128 SLink port connects Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders, and the 64x64 I/O port takes option cards. The mixer is compatible with the ME personal monitoring range.
- Scenes, users, and remote apps. 300 scene memories per show, channel safes, recall filters, and 10 configurable users with permissions help shared rooms. Free remote apps run on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
Where the SQ6+ Fits
Live sound and touring: 25 faders and 24 local preamps give you fast hands-on mixing, with SLink expanders for more stage I/O.
Houses of worship and installs: User permissions, scene recall, and the DEEP automatic mic mixer help volunteer teams and fixed rooms.
Streaming and recording: Use the 32x32 USB-B interface for multitrack recording, livestream feeds, and virtual soundcheck.
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Allen & Heath SQ6+ Specifications
- Model: SQ6+
- Manufacturer part number: AH-SQ-6-PLUS
- Type: 48-channel / 44-bus digital mixer with RackUltra FX
- Processing core: 96kHz XCVI FPGA, variable bit-depth up to 96-bit, <0.7ms latency
- Input channels: 48
- Mix buses: Stereo main LR; 12 mixes (mono/stereo, aux/group); 4 FX sends; 4 RackUltra FX sends; 6 mono/linkable matrix mixes
- Local inputs: 24x XLR mic/line, 2x stereo line (each 2x TRS), 1x XLR talkback
- Local outputs: 14x XLR, 2x TRS, 1x AES3 stereo, stereo headphone
- Expansion: 128x128 SLink port; 64x64 I/O port for option cards (128x128 with SLink card)
- Faders: 25x 100mm motorised, 6 layers
- SoftKeys / soft rotaries: 16 / 4
- Touchscreen: 9-inch capacitive
- FX: 8 multi-FX engines and 4 RackUltra FX engines with dedicated stereo returns and PEQ
- Automatic mic mixer: 2x 24-channel or 1x 48-channel DEEP, zero latency
- USB-A: Stereo at 48/96kHz, 16 channels at 96kHz, 32 channels at 48kHz, 24-bit
- USB-B: 32x32 at 48/96kHz, 16/24-bit
- Scenes: 300 per show
- Remote control: Free apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
- Power: IEC mains, worldwide PSU
- Dimensions: 514.9 x 638 x 198.5 mm (20.3 x 25.1 x 7.8 in)
- Weight: 15.15 kg (33.5 lb)
- Packed weight: 19.69 kg (43.4 lb)
- Warranty: 2-year limited manufacturer warranty
- UPC: 5056756902681
What's in the Box
- 1 x Allen & Heath SQ6+
Allen & Heath has not published a full packing list for the SQ6+ 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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How to Control the SQ6+
- Surface: 25 motorised faders, 6 layers, 9-inch touchscreen
- Remote apps: Free apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
- DAW control: DAW control emulation via USB or TCP/IP
Network control uses the RJ45 port on the rear panel.
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The SQ6+ 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 SQ6+ Q&A
Does the SQ6+ include RackUltra FX?
Does the SQ6+ include RackUltra FX?
Yes. The SQ6+ has 4 RackUltra FX engines with dedicated stereo returns and PEQ, plus 8 multi-FX engines.
How many mic inputs does the SQ6+ have?
How many mic inputs does the SQ6+ have?
The SQ6+ has 24 local XLR mic/line inputs plus a talkback XLR. You can add more preamps through the SLink port and option cards.
How many faders does the SQ6+ have?
How many faders does the SQ6+ have?
The SQ6+ has 25 100mm motorised faders with 6 customisable layers.
Does the SQ6+ run at 96kHz?
Does the SQ6+ run at 96kHz?
Yes. The SQ6+ uses Allen & Heath's 96kHz XCVI core with variable bit-depth up to 96-bit and less than 0.7ms latency.
Can I record multitrack on the SQ6+?
Can I record multitrack on the SQ6+?
Yes. The SQ6+ records up to 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 channels at 48kHz to a USB drive, and its USB-B interface streams 32x32 to a computer.
Does the SQ6+ work with ME personal mixers?
Does the SQ6+ work with ME personal mixers?
Yes. Allen & Heath lists the SQ6+ as compatible with the ME personal monitoring range.
Can I control the SQ6+ from an iPad?
Can I control the SQ6+ from an iPad?
Yes. Allen & Heath offers free remote control apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android for the SQ6+.
Does the SQ6+ have an automatic mic mixer?
Does the SQ6+ have an automatic mic mixer?
Yes. The SQ6+ includes a zero-latency DEEP automatic mic mixer, configurable as 2x 24 channels or 1x 48 channels.
How much does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ weigh?
How much does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ weigh?
The SQ6+ weighs 15.15 kg (33.5 lb) according to Allen & Heath's official specifications. Packed weight is 19.69 kg (43.4 lb).
What is the difference between the SQ6+ and the SQ5+?
What is the difference between the SQ6+ and the SQ5+?
The SQ6+ has 25 motorised faders and 24 local mic inputs, compared with 17 faders and 16 mic inputs on the SQ5+. Both use the same 48-channel XCVI core and RackUltra FX.
Does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ come with a warranty?
Does the Allen & Heath SQ6+ come with a warranty?
Yes. Allen & Heath lists a 2-year limited manufacturer warranty for the SQ6+, 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 SQ6+ in the USA?
Where can I buy the Allen & Heath SQ6+ in the USA?
You can buy the Allen & Heath SQ6+ (AH-SQ-6-PLUS) from HDTV Supply at hdtvsupply.com. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) if you want help choosing the right Allen & Heath model or accessories.
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HDTV Supply supplies Allen & Heath digital mixers, I/O expanders, and accessories for live sound, houses of worship, schools, and installed AV.
The SQ6+ works with Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders over SLink, the ME personal monitoring range, and option cards such as SLink, Dante, Waves, and MADI. Remote apps run on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
Why not buy this Allen & Heath SQ6+ Digital Mixer today?
This Allen & Heath SQ6+ 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).
