With its responsive touchscreen, 33 motor faders and acclaimed AnalogiQTM recallable preamps, Qu-32 combines exceptional ease of use with class-leading audio performance.
Drawing on the technologies and workflow pioneered on our GLD and iLive touring systems, Qu makes Allen & Heath digital mixing more accessible than ever.
ANALOGIQTM PREAMPS
Our AnalogiQ total recall preamps feature zero crossing detection and an advanced padless 1dB step gain stage, 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 matched to high quality 24bit digital to analogue converters to deliver the required outputs. The AnalogiQ 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.
THE MIXING EXPERIENCE
Having massive processing power and advanced functionality is great, but it counts for nothing if you can't access the controls you need in a heartbeat. Once you start using a Qu you'll sense the years of research into ergonomics and the hands-on mixing experience that our team has drawn upon to deliver a wonderfully natural layout and workflow. It's not about recreating an analogue interface, it's about creating an experience that's fluid, comfortable and intuitive for novices, digital natives and old school road warriors alike, making all the benefits of digital mixing technology readily accessible to all.
TOUCH CONTROL
Qu-32's 7 inch, 800 x 480, sixteen million colour Touchscreen and its dedicated data encoder form the heart of the Qu interface, providing super-fast, easy access to all settings. The user-friendly interface has been designed with clarity in mind. Dedicated keys and screen tabs quickly guide you to meter and RTA views, FX racks, channel processing, USB audio control, scenes, setup menus and much more.
THE SUPERSTRIP
All your key processing tools are presented in a clean layout on the SuperStrip, with 1 function per physical control. The SuperStrip is complemented by an onscreen Touch Channel for intuitive access to full processing parameters without clutter or complex menu structures. Processing for Mono and Stereo inputs includes trim, polarity, HPF, gate, insert, 4 band PEQ, compressor and delay. The main LR and the Mono mixes have controls for Insert, 1/3 octave GEQ, compressor and delay. The Stereo mixes provide Insert, 4-band PEQ, compressor, delay and balance control.
FADER AUTOMATION
Moving faders started as an expensive option in the studio desks of the 80s, and later became the norm with the advent of digital technology. Nevertheless some entry-level digital mixers lack this precious commodity which is a fundamental part of the Total Recall approach. Fader automation is essential for rapid mixing, especially when you're dealing with multiple monitor mixes -- just press a mix key and the faders immediately fly to the send levels for that mix.
Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32 feature 16, 24 and 32 motorized ALPS faders respectively, arranged over 2 layers, allowing instant access to all channels and masters in a compact space, plus a dedicated master fader which dynamically follows the mix selection. A third, Custom layer is available for ad-hoc user strip layout, where any combination of Inputs, FX Sends, FX Returns, Mix masters and MIDI strips can be assigned.
ILIVE FX
Qu's dynamics and FX algorithms are derived from the FX used in our iLive pro touring series. Some of the world's most respected audio engineers have chosen to use iLive's FX on tour in preference to top-end plug-ins and external FX units. All Qu models boast 4 stereo iLive FX engines, featuring lovingly crafted emulations of legendary classic reverbs, gated reverbs, delays, modulators, flangers and more.
• 32 Mic / Line Inputs (TRS + XLR)
• 33 Motor Faders
• 3 Stereo Inputs (TRS)
• 24 Mix Outputs (XLR)
• 4 Stereo Groups
• 2 Stereo Matrix Outs
• 4 DCA Groups
• 4 Mute Groups
• 4 FX Engines
• 4 FX Sends / Returns
• 10 Soft Keys
• 32×32 USB Audio Interface
• DAW MIDI Control
• AES Digital Out
• Recallable AnaLOGIQTM Preamps
• Qu-Drive direct Multitrack Recording / Playback on USB drives
• 7” Touchscreen
• iLive FX Library
• dSNAKETM Remote Audio Port
• Compatible with ME Personal Mixing System
• Qu-Pad iPad App
• Trim, polarity, HPF, gate, insert, 4-band PEQ, compressor and delay on all Inputs
• Insert, 4-band PEQ, 1/3 octave GEQ, compressor and delay on all Mix outputs
• Built-in Signal Generator
• RTA with Peak Band indication
Mic/Line Inputs: Balanced, XLR and 1/4" TRS jack, fully recallable
Input Sensitivity (XLR/TRS): -60 to +5dBu / -50 to +15dBu
Analog Gain: -5 to +60Db, 1 dB steps
Maximum Input Level (XLR/TRS): +19dBu / +29dBu
Input Impedance (XLR/TRS): >5 ohm / >10k ohm
THD+N, Unity Gain 0dB: 0.0005% -89 dBu (20-20kHz, Direct Out @ odBu 1 kHz)
THD+N, Mid Gain +30dB: 0.001% -89 dBu (20-20kHz, Direct Out @ odBu 1 kHz)
ST1, ST2 Connector: Balanced, 1/4" TRS jack, half normalled
ST3 Connector: Unbalanced, stero 3.5mm Mini Jack
Input Sensitivity (ST1, ST2 / ST3): Nominal +4dBu / 0dBu
Trim: +/-24dB
Maximum Input Level (ST1, ST2 / ST3): +22dBu / +18dBu
Input Impedance: >7k ohm
Mix1-10 and LR Out: Balanced, XLR
Output Impedance: < 75 ohm
Nominal Output: +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
Maximum Output Level: +22dBu
Residual Output Noise: -90dBu (muted, 20-20kHz)
Stereo Alt Out & 2Trk Out: Balanced, 1/4" TRS jack
Source (Alt Output/2Trk Output): Patchable / LR post-fade
Output Impedance: < 75 ohm
Nominal Output: +4dBu = 0dB meter reading
Maximum Output Level: +22dBu
Residual Output Noise: -90dBu (muted, 20-20kHz)
AES Digital Output: 2 channel, 48kHz sampling rate, XLR 2.5Vpp balanced terminated 110 ohm
dSNAKE Inputs: Remote Source for CH1-32, ST1, ST2, ST3
dSNAKE Outputs: Patchable from Mix1-10, LR, Grp1-8, MTX1-4; Compatible with AudioRacks AR2414, AR84, AB168
Dynamic Range: 112 dB
Frequency Response: +0/-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz
Headroom: +18dB
Internal Operating Level: 0 dBu
dBFS Alignment: +18dBu=0dBFS (+22dBu at XLR output)
Meter Calibration: 0dB meter=-18dBFS (+4dBu at XLR out)
Meter Peak Indication: -3dBFS (+19dBu at XLR out), multi-point sensing
Meter Signal Indication: -48dBFS (-26dBu at XLR out)
Meter Type: Fast (peak) response
Sampling Rate: 48kHz +/-100PPM
ADC, DAC: 24-bit Delta-Sigma
Latency: 1.2 ms (local XLR in to XLR out); 0.7 ms (local XLR in to AES out)
Operating Temperature Range: 0 deg C to 35 deg C (32 deg F to 95 deg F)
Mains Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Maximum Power Consumption: 150 Watts
Dimensions (Desk Mounted): 7.4" H x 33.5" W x 19.7" D (188 mm x 851 mm x 500 mm)
Dimensions (Packed in Shipping Box): 13.8" H x 39.4" W x 26.8" D (351 mm x 1001 mm x 681 mm)
Weight (Unpacked): 44 lbs (20 kg)
Weight (Packed): 53 lbs (24 kg)
(1) Allen & Heath QU-32 Digital Mixer
(1) IEC US Power Cord
(1) Operator's Instructions