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With the feature-packed Chrome Edition, Allen & Heath's Qu-16C reshapes digital mixing by combining innovative design and exceptional functionality to create a superb professional mixing experience. Teeming with features you’d expect from a top of the range digital console and incorporating technologies pioneered on the GLD and iLive digital mixing systems, Qu-16C has the power and pedigree to deliver class-leading audio performance.

Qu-16 features sixteen AnalogiQTM digitally controlled preamps with advanced zero-crossing detection and a padless 1dB-step gain stage, which have been closely allied to the DSP for optimal gain accuracy and audio transparency. The analogue signal is captured by high-class, low latency 24bit analogue to digital converters, which are matched to 24bit digital to analogue converters to deliver the required high quality output. The AnalogiQTM preamp design has been refined to offer superb transparency, minimal distortion and an ultra-low noise floor, with a warm, musical sound that is missing from some digital consoles.

Allen & Heath Qu-SB Portable Digital Mixer Features:

  • 19” Rack Mountable
  • 16 Mono Mic/Line Inputs (TRS + XLR)
  • Recallable AnaLOGIQTM Preamps
  • 3 Stereo Inputs (TRS)
  • 12 Mix Outputs (XLR)
  • 7 Monitor Mixes (4 mono + 3 stereo)
  • 4 FX Engines
  • 2 dedicated FX Sends / Returns
Number of Analog Input Channels 16
Number of Mic Preamps None
Number of Analog Output Channels 6
Mix Routing 22 x Return
24 x Send
4 x Stereo FX Return
Groups 4 x Mute Group
Presets None
Display 5" Touchscreen
Display Resolution/Color Main Display:
800 x 480
Faders 16 x 3.9" / 100 mm Motorized
Meter Range -48 to -3 dBFS Peak/Clip (+19 dBu at XLR Output)
Meter Calibration 0 dB on Meter = -18 dBFS (+4 dBu at XLR Output)
Signal Processing
Gain/Trim Range Line:
±24 dB (Stereo Channels)
Mic/Line:
-5 dB to 60 dB (in 1 dB Steps)
Input Polarity Normal/Reverse
Gate Parameters Threshold: -72 to +18 dBu
Depth: 0 to 60 dB
Attack: 50 μs to 300 ms
Hold: 10 ms to 5 sec
Release: 10 ms to 1 sec
Compressor Parameters Threshold: -46 to 18 dBu
Ratio: 1:1 to ∞:1
Attack: 300 μs to 300 ms
Release: 100 ms to 2 sec
Knee: Soft / Hard
EQ FX Returns:
4-Band Parametric
Input Channels:
4-Band Parametric
EQ Parameters 1 x HF Shelf:
±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Shelf or Bell Selectable)
2 x MF Notch/Peak:
±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz
1 x LF Shelf:
±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Shelf or Bell Selectable) 
Graphic EQ 28-Band 1/3 Octave, ±12 dB 31 Hz to 16 kHz
Filters High-Pass: 20 Hz to 2 kHz, 12 dB/Octave
Channel Output/Source Monitoring AFL, PFL, Post-Preamp, Post-EQ, Post-FX
Built-In Effects Reverb
Delay
Reverb (Gated)
ADT
2 x Chorus
Phaser
Flanger
Real Time Analyzer 31-Band 1/3 Octave, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Audio Delay Adjustable Up to 85 ms
Digital Audio
Sample Rates 48 kHz
AES3 Output:
48 kHz
Stereo Record:
48 kHz
Stereo Playback:
44.1 / 48 kHz
Multitrack Playback/Multitrack Record:
48 kHz
Bit Depth A/D Conversion:
24-Bit Delta Sigma
D/A Conversion:
24-Bit Delta Sigma
Stereo Record:
24-Bit
Stereo Playback:
16 / 24-Bit
Multitrack Playback, Multitrack Record:
24-Bit
Latency 1.2 ms (Mic Input to XLR Output)
0.7 ms (Mic Input to AES Output)
Performance
dBFS Reference Level +18 dBu = 0 dBFS
Headroom +18 dB
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB
Max Input Level XLR Input:
+19 dBu
1/4" TRS Input:
+29 dBu
1/4" Aux Input:
+22 dBu
1/8" / 3.5 mm Input:
+19 dBu
Output Level 1/4" TRS / XLR Output:
22 dBu (Max)
4 dBu (Nominal)
Analog Dynamic Range 112 dB
I/O Impedance AES3 Output:
110 Ohms
XLR Input:
> 5 Kilohms
1/4" TRS Input:
> 10 Kilohms
Stereo Input:
> 7 Kilohms
1/4" TRS, XLR Output:
< 75 Ohms
THD+N 0.0005% at Unity Gain
0.001% at +30 dB Gain
Signal Generator Sine, White, Pink, or Band-Pass Noise (Assignable to Any Mix)
Connectivity
Analog Inputs 1 x XLR 3-Pin Talkback Input
16 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input
16 x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input
4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Input (2 Stereo Pairs, Half-Normalled)
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Input
Analog Outputs 4 x XLR 3-Pin Mono Mix Output
6 x XLR 3-Pin Mix Output (3 Stereo Pairs)
2 x XLR 3-Pin Main Output (1 Stereo Pair)
2 x 1/4" TRS Mix Output (1 Stereo Pair)
2 x 1/4" TRS Aux Output (1 Stereo Pair)
Digital I/O 1 x RJ45 (Network)
1 x XLR AES3 Output
1 x etherCON dSNAKE (I/O)
MIDI I/O None
USB 1 x USB Type-A (External Memory)
1 x USB Type-B (USB 2.0, Audio Streaming)
Recording
Max Multitrack Recording 18 Tracks
File Format Support WAV
Compatibility
Internet Connection Yes
Power
AC Input Power 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption 82 W (Maximum)
Physical
Rackmount Size 1 RU
Operating Temperature 32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
Dimensions 17.4 x 19.7 x 7.4" / 44.2 x 50 x 18.8 cm (Desk-Mounted)
19 x 19.1 x 7.5" / 48.3 x 48.5 x 19.1 cm (Rack-Mounted)
Weight 22 lb / 10 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight 30 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 26.5 x 23.5 x 13.5"

    Allen & Heath QU-16C 16-Channel Digital Mixer

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    With the feature-packed Chrome Edition, Allen & Heath's Qu-16C reshapes digital mixing by combining innovative design and exceptional functionality to create a superb professional mixing experience. Teeming with features you’d expect from a top of the range digital console and incorporating technologies pioneered on the GLD and iLive digital mixing systems, Qu-16C has the power and pedigree to deliver class-leading audio performance.

    Qu-16 features sixteen AnalogiQTM digitally controlled preamps with advanced zero-crossing detection and a padless 1dB-step gain stage, which have been closely allied to the DSP for optimal gain accuracy and audio transparency. The analogue signal is captured by high-class, low latency 24bit analogue to digital converters, which are matched to 24bit digital to analogue converters to deliver the required high quality output. The AnalogiQTM preamp design has been refined to offer superb transparency, minimal distortion and an ultra-low noise floor, with a warm, musical sound that is missing from some digital consoles.

    Allen & Heath Qu-SB Portable Digital Mixer Features:

    • 19” Rack Mountable
    • 16 Mono Mic/Line Inputs (TRS + XLR)
    • Recallable AnaLOGIQTM Preamps
    • 3 Stereo Inputs (TRS)
    • 12 Mix Outputs (XLR)
    • 7 Monitor Mixes (4 mono + 3 stereo)
    • 4 FX Engines
    • 2 dedicated FX Sends / Returns
    Number of Analog Input Channels 16
    Number of Mic Preamps None
    Number of Analog Output Channels 6
    Mix Routing 22 x Return
    24 x Send
    4 x Stereo FX Return
    Groups 4 x Mute Group
    Presets None
    Display 5" Touchscreen
    Display Resolution/Color Main Display:
    800 x 480
    Faders 16 x 3.9" / 100 mm Motorized
    Meter Range -48 to -3 dBFS Peak/Clip (+19 dBu at XLR Output)
    Meter Calibration 0 dB on Meter = -18 dBFS (+4 dBu at XLR Output)
    Signal Processing
    Gain/Trim Range Line:
    ±24 dB (Stereo Channels)
    Mic/Line:
    -5 dB to 60 dB (in 1 dB Steps)
    Input Polarity Normal/Reverse
    Gate Parameters Threshold: -72 to +18 dBu
    Depth: 0 to 60 dB
    Attack: 50 μs to 300 ms
    Hold: 10 ms to 5 sec
    Release: 10 ms to 1 sec
    Compressor Parameters Threshold: -46 to 18 dBu
    Ratio: 1:1 to ∞:1
    Attack: 300 μs to 300 ms
    Release: 100 ms to 2 sec
    Knee: Soft / Hard
    EQ FX Returns:
    4-Band Parametric
    Input Channels:
    4-Band Parametric
    EQ Parameters 1 x HF Shelf:
    ±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Shelf or Bell Selectable)
    2 x MF Notch/Peak:
    ±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz
    1 x LF Shelf:
    ±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Shelf or Bell Selectable) 
    Graphic EQ 28-Band 1/3 Octave, ±12 dB 31 Hz to 16 kHz
    Filters High-Pass: 20 Hz to 2 kHz, 12 dB/Octave
    Channel Output/Source Monitoring AFL, PFL, Post-Preamp, Post-EQ, Post-FX
    Built-In Effects Reverb
    Delay
    Reverb (Gated)
    ADT
    2 x Chorus
    Phaser
    Flanger
    Real Time Analyzer 31-Band 1/3 Octave, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
    Audio Delay Adjustable Up to 85 ms
    Digital Audio
    Sample Rates 48 kHz
    AES3 Output:
    48 kHz
    Stereo Record:
    48 kHz
    Stereo Playback:
    44.1 / 48 kHz
    Multitrack Playback/Multitrack Record:
    48 kHz
    Bit Depth A/D Conversion:
    24-Bit Delta Sigma
    D/A Conversion:
    24-Bit Delta Sigma
    Stereo Record:
    24-Bit
    Stereo Playback:
    16 / 24-Bit
    Multitrack Playback, Multitrack Record:
    24-Bit
    Latency 1.2 ms (Mic Input to XLR Output)
    0.7 ms (Mic Input to AES Output)
    Performance
    dBFS Reference Level +18 dBu = 0 dBFS
    Headroom +18 dB
    Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB
    Max Input Level XLR Input:
    +19 dBu
    1/4" TRS Input:
    +29 dBu
    1/4" Aux Input:
    +22 dBu
    1/8" / 3.5 mm Input:
    +19 dBu
    Output Level 1/4" TRS / XLR Output:
    22 dBu (Max)
    4 dBu (Nominal)
    Analog Dynamic Range 112 dB
    I/O Impedance AES3 Output:
    110 Ohms
    XLR Input:
    > 5 Kilohms
    1/4" TRS Input:
    > 10 Kilohms
    Stereo Input:
    > 7 Kilohms
    1/4" TRS, XLR Output:
    < 75 Ohms
    THD+N 0.0005% at Unity Gain
    0.001% at +30 dB Gain
    Signal Generator Sine, White, Pink, or Band-Pass Noise (Assignable to Any Mix)
    Connectivity
    Analog Inputs 1 x XLR 3-Pin Talkback Input
    16 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input
    16 x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input
    4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Input (2 Stereo Pairs, Half-Normalled)
    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Input
    Analog Outputs 4 x XLR 3-Pin Mono Mix Output
    6 x XLR 3-Pin Mix Output (3 Stereo Pairs)
    2 x XLR 3-Pin Main Output (1 Stereo Pair)
    2 x 1/4" TRS Mix Output (1 Stereo Pair)
    2 x 1/4" TRS Aux Output (1 Stereo Pair)
    Digital I/O 1 x RJ45 (Network)
    1 x XLR AES3 Output
    1 x etherCON dSNAKE (I/O)
    MIDI I/O None
    USB 1 x USB Type-A (External Memory)
    1 x USB Type-B (USB 2.0, Audio Streaming)
    Recording
    Max Multitrack Recording 18 Tracks
    File Format Support WAV
    Compatibility
    Internet Connection Yes
    Power
    AC Input Power 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
    Power Consumption 82 W (Maximum)
    Physical
    Rackmount Size 1 RU
    Operating Temperature 32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
    Dimensions 17.4 x 19.7 x 7.4" / 44.2 x 50 x 18.8 cm (Desk-Mounted)
    19 x 19.1 x 7.5" / 48.3 x 48.5 x 19.1 cm (Rack-Mounted)
    Weight 22 lb / 10 kg
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight 30 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 26.5 x 23.5 x 13.5"
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