Powered by the advanced 96 kHz XCVI FPGA engine, the Allen & Heath Avantis Solo is an advanced 64-channel / 42-bus configurable digital mixing console with a 15" touchscreen and a superflexible workflow. The mixer features extensive I/O options and can be upgraded with processing from the flagship dLive mixing system.

Continuity UI harnesses the power of the 15.6" Full HD (1080p) touchscreen to allow you to see and instantly interact with your most used parameters, enabling a seamless connection between the physical controls and the displays. The rear panel provides 6 XLR (Mic/Line) inputs and 6 XLR outputs as well as a stereo AES inputs and outputs. The SLink port allows you to connect to a multitude of hardware expansion options and controllers. Two I/O ports allow you to expand the Avantis even further with Dante, Waves, gigaACE, SuperMADI, and fibreACE cards.

12 RackExtra FX Slots, Stereo Returns    6 Analog and 1 Stereo AES Inputs    6 Analog and 1 Stereo AES Outputs    12 Faders, 6 Layers    15.6" Capacitive Touchscreen    96 kHz FPGA Processing    SLink Port for Remote Audio & Expansion    Avantis dPack, dLive, Valve Preamp    DEEP Compressors, 16 Dyn8 Instances

• XCVI FPGA core
  • 96 kHz sample rate
  • Variable bit depth
  • 96-bit accumulator
  • Class leading, ultra-low latency (0.7ms)
• 15.6” Full HD capacitive touchscreen with gesture control
• Innovative compact design with super-tough, lightweight full-metal chassis
• 64 input channels with full processing (LPF/HPF, gate, PEQ, comp, delay)
• Configurable 42-bus architecture with full processing (PEQ, GEQ, comp, delay) on mix outputs
• DEEP processing ready
•  72 fader strips (12 faders, 6 layers) with optional dedicated master section
• SLink EtherCON connection for remote audio using gigaACE, GX, DX, ME, and dSnake protocols.
• 6 local mic/line inputs (XLR)
• 6 local line outputs (XLR)
• 1 stereo AES input (XLR)
• 1 dtereo AES outputs (XLR)
• Two I/O ports, both capable of 128x128 operation at 96 kHz—for optional cards inc. Dante, MADI and gigaACE
• 8 Mute Groups
• 16 DCA Groups with DCA Spill
• 12 Stereo FX with dedicated FX Returns
• 18 assignable SoftKeys
• 3 assignable Custom Rotaries
• Comprehensive metering with multipoint peak detection
• Integrated fader illumination
• Built-in signal generator, RTA and spectrogram
• AMM (Automatic Mic Mixer) up to 64 channels across 1, 2, or 4 zones
• Quick copy/paste/reset for parameters
• User permissions to restrict operator access
• 500-scene memories per show
• Channel Safes, Global and per Scene Recall Filters
• Onboard stereo recording and playback
• USB transfer of Scenes, Libraries, Shows, Audio Files
• MIDI Control Driver for MIDI control via TCP/IP
• Wireless remote mixing apps for iPad
• BNC word clock connector (input or output)
• ¼” TRS and 3.5mm headphone outs with dedicated analo volume control

• With a 15.6″ Full HD touchscreen at the heart of the experience, Continuity UI allows you to see and instantly interact with more of what matters, enabling a seamless connection between the physical controls and the screen.
• The faders react on touch to immediately highlight the active channels for instant visual feedback.
• The channel rotaries let you work gains or pans at the touch of a button, dynamically foldiing the display to show EQ or compressor parameters across the whole bank.
• Each screen features a FastGrab tab on the right-hand side, giving you split-second access to key freely assignable parameters like aux sends, EQ, compressor, and FX on the currently selected or specific channel.
• The whole system is set up to dynamically display the information you need at any moment and put controls right at your fingertips.

From A&H's next-generation 61-band RTA, with 5, 15, and 60m history views, and Shure and Sennheiser RF integration, Avantis Solo is designed to let engineers spend more time mixing and less time worrying about the technology.

Right out of the box, Avantis Solo is loaded with powerful processing tools that will easily meet the demands of most users and applications. Want more options? Upgrade your console with Avantis dPack to get additional dLive processing including Dyn8 (up to 16 instances), DEEP Compressors, and the Dual Stage Valve Preamp, plus more models as they're added.

• Whether you’re an owner/operator looking to build a compact system, or a rental company with existing Allen & Heath stock, the SLink connection on Avantis Solo allows true flexibility by connecting to the entire range of Allen & Heath audio expander hardware.
• Add a Dante card to your system, and you’ve got even more options with A&H's dedicated Dante expanders, DT168 and DT164-W.

• For local I/O, Avantis Solo is well equipped with XLR analog inputs and outputs, plus AES (stereo in, stereo out).
• Two additional I/O Ports allow Avantis Solo to benefit from the full range of current dLive option cards, including Dante (64×64 and 128×128), Waves, gigaACE, MADI, and more, expanding the scope for system integration, FoH / monitor splits, and multitrack recording.

• Avantis Director—Avantis Director is a free Windows and Mac OS application enabling offline editing and online control capabilities.
• Avantis MixPad—Avantis MixPad is an engineer’s mixing tool, providing wireless mobile control for Allen & Heath Avantis digital mixers. It gives you the freedom to walk the room or stage and control the sound right where it is needed. Avantis MixPad and the Avantis mixer can work together to provide simultaneous control of independent functions, for example one engineer using the mixer to mix front-of-house sound, and another using the iPad to mix monitors onstage. Several iPads can be connected, each providing independent control.
• Avantis OneMix—OneMix is a cut-down version of the Avantis MixPad app that locks control to a single Aux (monitor) mix. Multiple iPads may be set up by the Admin user to give each musician customized personal monitor control via Wi-Fi connection to Avantis without the risk of affecting the other monitors or the FOH main mix. Avantis OneMix can be configured to provide as much or as little control as needed.
• IP Controllers—Avantis is compatible with our range of networkable, PoE compatible remote controllers, which can be programmed via the Avantis mixer or Director software, and configured to control any aspect of the system.
• Custom Control—Customizable cross-platform control app providing elegant, bespoke control over Avantis, dLive and AHM audio systems.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How do you select mic/line Hi-z inputs? I played with the 18T at my local dealer and could not find these settings in the menus.

A: The XLR inputs on channels 1-8 and XLR-1/4" inputs on channels 9-16 can be used for mic- or line-level input on the Allen & Heath CQ-18T Compact 18-Channel Digital Mixer with Touchscreen, but DI is required for Hi-Z input (instruments like a guitar and bass). Only the CQ-20T has Hi-Z inputs on channels 15-16.

Q: 2. Can this connect to a digital stage box running cat5 instead of a snake?

A: No, the Allen & Heath CQ-18T will only adapt to a stage box that runs off a snake. the cat5 input is only for the ability to input and output digital signals in parallel to a computer. Please review which stage boxes we have avaliable. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/accessories/Stage-Boxes-for-the-Allen--Heath-CQ-18T/1782750-REG-49489

Q: 3. Are the line inputs pro level +4 dBu or consumer level -10? Thanks. Really liking how this looks.

A: The Allen & Heath CQ-18T Compact 18-Channel Digital Mixer's balanced outputs are +4 dBu.

Q: 4. Wgat us the latency while using as an audio interface?

A: The system latency for the Allen & Heath CQ-20B Digital Mixer is rated at less than 0.7 milliseconds from the local mic input to the main XLR output, with all processing in or out.

Q: 5. Can we operate it with battery in the field?

A: The Allen & Heath CQ-12T Compact 12-Channel Digital Mixer with Touchscreen is not battery-powered.

Q: 6. Does the CQ have midi?

A: No, the Allen & Heath CQ-20B Ultracompact 20-Channel Digital Mixer does not support MIDI.

Q: 7. What's the internal processing resolution 96kHz, 48kHz or something else?

A: The internal processing for the Allen & Heath CQ-20B runs at a 96kHz sample rate.

Q: 8. Since the 18T offers its own wifi, does it provide dhcp? That is, could it become the network hub for a portable production?

A: No, the Allen & Heath CQ-18T cannot be used as a network hub.

Q: 9. With this recording mixer, do i still need a DAW (such as an avid mbox) or a microphone pre amp?

A: A USB connector delivers direct integration with Mac and Windows computers, and a copy of Sonar LE recording software is included. So no additional purchase is necessary for computer integration. There are 6 line/mic inputs available as well.

Q: 10. Is there an AUX Send for doing mix-minus setups?

A: The Allen & Heath CQ-12T Compact 12-Channel Digital Mixer with Touchscreen does not have a mix-minus feature.