The Allen & Heath SQ-7 (AH-SQ-7) is a 48-channel, 96kHz digital mixer with 32 local mic inputs and 32+1 motorised faders with 6 layers, a 7-inch touchscreen, and 16 SoftKeys. It is built for live, studio, and installation use.
The SQ-7 has dedicated physical controls for gain, HPF, gate and compressor threshold, pan, and EQ, so key processing is always one knob away.
Allen & Heath SQ-7 Features
- 96kHz XCVI FPGA core. SQ runs at 96kHz on Allen & Heath's XCVI core with custom bit widths up to 96 bits and less than 0.7ms latency from local mic input to main L/R.
- 48 inputs and 36 buses. You get 48 input channels mixing to 12 stereo mixes that work as auxes or groups, plus the main LR, PAFL, 8 mute groups, and 8 DCA groups.
- 32 local mic inputs. Local I/O is 32 XLR mic/line inputs, 2 stereo inputs on 1/4-inch TRS, a 3.5mm stereo input, a talkback XLR, 16 XLR outputs, 2 TRS outputs, and an AES digital output.
- 8 stereo FX and DEEP Processing. Eight stereo FX engines have dedicated returns, and the mixer is DEEP Processing ready with DEEP automatic mic mixing and two 31/61-band real-time analysers.
- SQ-Drive and 32x32 USB. SQ-Drive records stereo or multitrack direct to a USB drive, up to 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 at 48kHz. The USB-B port streams 32x32 channels to and from a Mac or PC.
- SLink and option card expansion. The SLink EtherCON port carries 128x128 channels using dSnake/ME, DX, or GigaACE/GX protocols, and the I/O port takes option cards such as Dante and Waves.
- 300 scenes and user permissions. Store 300 scenes per show with channel safes and recall filters, and use user permissions to limit what guest operators can change.
Where the SQ-7 Fits
Live sound: Fast hands-on mixing with scenes, mute groups, and DCAs, plus SLink stage boxes for more inputs.
Installs and worship: User permissions and 300 scenes per show help shared rooms with several operators.
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Allen & Heath SQ-7 Specifications
- Model: SQ-7
- Manufacturer part number: AH-SQ-7
- Type: Compact digital mixer
- Processing: 96kHz XCVI FPGA, <0.7ms latency
- Input channels: 48
- Buses: 36 total: 12 stereo mixes (aux or group) + main LR, PAFL
- Local inputs: 32x XLR mic/line, 2x 1/4-inch TRS stereo, 1x 3.5mm stereo, 1x XLR talkback
- Local outputs: 16x XLR, 2x 1/4-inch TRS, AES digital output, 1/4-inch headphone
- Expansion: SLink EtherCON 128x128 (dSnake/ME, DX, GigaACE/GX); I/O port for option card
- FX: 8 stereo FX with dedicated returns, RackFX suite
- Groups: 8 mute groups, 8 DCA groups
- Surface: 32+1 motorised faders, 6 layers, 7-inch touchscreen, 16 SoftKeys, 8 soft rotaries
- SQ-Drive: Stereo or multitrack to USB: 16 channels at 96kHz, 32 channels at 48kHz, 24-bit WAV
- USB-B: 32x32 channels to and from Mac or PC
- Scenes: 300 per show
- Power: 100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 75W maximum, IEC
- Weight: 17.8 kg (39.3 lb)
- Packed weight: 21.9 kg (48.3 lb)
- Warranty: 1-year limited manufacturer warranty
- UPC: 6938122247482
What's in the Box
- 1 x Allen & Heath SQ-7
Allen & Heath has not published a full packing list for the SQ-7 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 SQ-7 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 SQ-7 Q&A
Does the SQ-7 run at 96kHz?
Does the SQ-7 run at 96kHz?
Yes. The SQ-7 uses a 96kHz XCVI FPGA core with less than 0.7ms latency from local mic input to main L/R.
How many mic inputs does the SQ-7 have?
How many mic inputs does the SQ-7 have?
The SQ-7 has 32 local XLR mic/line inputs plus a talkback XLR, and you can add more over SLink.
Can I record multitrack on the SQ-7?
Can I record multitrack on the SQ-7?
Yes. SQ-Drive on the SQ-7 records up to 16 channels at 96kHz or 32 channels at 48kHz to a USB drive, and USB-B streams 32x32 to a computer.
Does the SQ-7 support Dante?
Does the SQ-7 support Dante?
Yes. The SQ-7 has an I/O port for option cards, including Allen & Heath's SQ Dante cards, sold separately.
Does the SQ-7 have built-in effects?
Does the SQ-7 have built-in effects?
Yes. The SQ-7 has 8 stereo FX engines with dedicated FX returns.
Is the SQ-7 DEEP Processing ready?
Is the SQ-7 DEEP Processing ready?
Yes. Allen & Heath lists the SQ-7 as DEEP Processing ready, with DEEP automatic mic mixing.
How many scenes can the SQ-7 store?
How many scenes can the SQ-7 store?
The SQ-7 stores 300 scene memories per show, with channel safes and global and per-scene recall filters.
How much does the Allen & Heath SQ-7 weigh?
How much does the Allen & Heath SQ-7 weigh?
The SQ-7 weighs 17.8 kg (39.3 lb) according to Allen & Heath's official specifications. Packed weight is 21.9 kg (48.3 lb).
Is the Allen & Heath SQ-7 still a good choice next to the SQ+ range?
Is the Allen & Heath SQ-7 still a good choice next to the SQ+ range?
Yes. The SQ-7 shares SQ's 48-channel, 96kHz XCVI core, 8 stereo FX, and SLink expansion. SQ+ adds RackUltra FX engines and a 9-inch screen; call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) to compare.
Does the Allen & Heath SQ-7 come with a warranty?
Does the Allen & Heath SQ-7 come with a warranty?
Yes. Allen & Heath lists a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty for the SQ-7, 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 SQ-7 in the USA?
Where can I buy the Allen & Heath SQ-7 in the USA?
You can buy the Allen & Heath SQ-7 (AH-SQ-7) 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 SQ-7 works with Allen & Heath SLink expanders using dSnake/ME, DX, or GigaACE/GX, the ME personal monitoring range, and SQ option cards such as Dante and Waves.
Why not buy this Allen & Heath SQ-7 Digital Mixer today?
This Allen & Heath SQ-7 is covered by Allen & Heath's limited manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the original purchase by the end user, as listed on the official Allen & Heath warranty policy. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
