Allen & Heath Qu-Pac 16X12 Mixer

Allen & Heath Qu-pac 16x12 Mixer

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Designed to accommodate a wide variety of live sound reinforcement and recording scenarios, the Allen & Heath Qu-Pac 16x12 Mixeris a 16-input 12-output rackmountable console-less digital mixer that doubles as a 32x32 USB recording interface. Featuring 16 of the company's recallable AnalogiQ microphone preamps and powered by a 5 core ARM processor, the Qu-Pac provides a variety of integrated effects and processing including channel-independent 4-band parametric EQs, compressors, delay, and reverb.

The mixer is compatible with both the ME Personal Mixing System and dSNAKE digital connectivity system from Allen & Heath, which allows for up to 38 inputs. The Qu-Pac can also be used with the Qu-Pad app, allowing you to use your iPad to mix from anywhere in the venue when connected to a wireless network. Engineered for intuitive navigation, the mixer also features a 5" touchscreen display, providing access to all settings.

16 Mic/Line Inputs 16 Recallable AnalogiQ Preamps 12 Mix Outputs 32x32 USB Recording Interface 4 Built-In FX Engines 5" Touchscreen iPad App for Wireless Mixing EQ & Dynamics on Each Input Up to 38 Inputs via dSNAKE Includes Rack Ears and Hardware

Key Specs
Max I/O Capacity	16x Input / 12x Output
Number of Analog Input Channels	32
Number of Mic Preamps	16
Number of Analog Output Channels	12
Faders & Level Adjustment	No
Built-In Effects	Reverb Delay Reverb (Gated) ADT Chorus Phaser Flanger
Analog Inputs	1x XLR Talkback Input 16x XLR Balanced Mic Input 16x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Aux Input (2 Stereo Pairs, Half-Normalled) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Unbalanced Aux Input
Analog Outputs	10x XLR Balanced Mix Output 2x XLR Balanced Main Output 4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Aux Output (2 Stereo Pairs)
Digital I/O	1x RJ45 (Network) 1x XLR AES3 Output 1x etherCON dSNAKE (I/O)
USB I/O	1x USB-A (External Memory) 1x USB-B 2.0 (Audio Streaming)
Wireless	No
Rack Mountable	No
Mixer
Max I/O Capacity	16x Input / 12x Output
Number of Analog Input Channels	32
Number of Mic Preamps	16
Number of Analog Output Channels	12
Mix Routing	4x Stereo FX Return
Groups	4x Mute Group 4x DCA Group
Display	5" Touchscreen
Faders & Level Adjustment	No
Signal Processing
Gain/Trim Range	Line: ±24 dB (Stereo Channels) Line/Mic: -5 dB to +60 dB (in 1 dB Steps)
Input Polarity	Normal/Reverse
EQ	FX Returns: 4-Band Parametric
EQ Parameters	1x HF Shelf: ±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Shelf or Bell Selectable) 2x MF Notch/Peak: ±15 dB at 20 Hz to 20 kHz 1x 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 20 kHz, 12 dB/Octave
Built-In Effects	Reverb Delay Reverb (Gated) ADT Chorus Phaser Flanger
Audio Delay	Adjustable Up to 170 ms
Digital Audio
Sample Rates	48 kHz AES3 Output: 48 kHz Stereo Record: 48 kHz Stereo Playback: 44.1 / 48 kHz Multitrack Record: 48 kHz Multitrack Playback: 48 kHz
Bit Depth	AD/DA Conversion: 24-Bit Delta Sigma Stereo Record: 24-Bit Stereo Playback: 16 / 24-Bit Multitrack Record: 24-Bit Multitrack Playback: 24-Bit
Performance
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz +0/-0.5 dB
Max Input Level	Mic Input: +19 dBu Line Input: +29 dBu Aux Input: +22 dBu (+4 dBu) +18 dBu (0 dBu)
Analog Dynamic Range	112 dB
I/O Impedance	AES3 Output: 110 Ohms Aux Input: > 7 Kilohms Aux Output: < 75 Ohms XLR Line Output: < 75 Ohms XLR Line/Mic Input: > 5 Kilohms 1/4" Line/Mic Input: > 10 Kilohms
Noise Floor	-90 dBu (with Inputs Muted)
THD+N	Mic/Line Input: 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	1x XLR Talkback Input 16x XLR Balanced Mic Input 16x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Aux Input (2 Stereo Pairs, Half-Normalled) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Unbalanced Aux Input
Analog Outputs	10x XLR Balanced Mix Output 2x XLR Balanced Main Output 4x 1/4" TRS Balanced Aux Output (2 Stereo Pairs)
Digital I/O	1x RJ45 (Network) 1x XLR AES3 Output 1x etherCON dSNAKE (I/O)
MIDI I/O	No
USB I/O	1x USB-A (External Memory) 1x USB-B 2.0 (Audio Streaming)
USB I/O Capacity	32x Input / 32x Output
Expansion Ports	No
Wireless	No
Mobile App Compatible	Yes: iPadOS Only App Name: Qu-Pad Functionality: Adjust Settings, Remote Control, Setup
Recording
Max Multitrack Recording	18 Tracks
Compatibility
OS Compatibility	iPadOS Only
Power
Input Power	100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Physical
Rack Mountable	No
Rackmount Size	4 RU
Operating Conditions	32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
Dimensions	17.3 x 7.1 x 7.1" / 44 x 18 x 18.1 cm (Desk-Mounted) 19 x 6.9 x 7.1" / 48.3 x 17.4 x 18.1 cm (Rack-Mounted)
Weight	14.5 lb / 6.6 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	20.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	24 x 11.5 x 11"

16 AnalogiQ recallable preamps
16 onboard mic/line inputs (XLR / TRS)
Expandable up to 38 inputs via dSNAKE
3 stereo inputs (TRS)
32 mono + 3 stereo input channels
12 onboard mix outputs (XLR)
4 stereo groups
2 stereo matrix outs
AES digital out
4 DCA groups
4 mute groups
Qu-Pad iPad app for all live mixing controls
Qu-You iPhone app for personal monitoring
Qu-Drive direct multitrack recording/playback on USB drives
15 soft keys
16 custom select keys
Qu-Control custom screen to suit application
4 FX engines
4 FX sends/returns
32x32 USB audio Interface
5" touchscreen
iLive FX Library
Compatible with ME Personal Mixing System
Trim, polarity, HPF, gate, insert/ducker, 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

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there a Windows 10 app. To control it using a surface pro? Or is it iPad only?

A: Currently, the Qu-Pad app is available only for iOS for the Apple iPad.

Q: 2. How many rack spaces are needed for these?

A: The Allen & Heath 19 Rack Ear Kit is used to mount the Qu-16 Digital Mixer in a standard 19 rack. Rack mounted the QU-16 requires 11 spaces.

Q: 3. Does this come with rackmount accessories ?

A: The Allen & Heath Qu-16C Rackmountable Digital Mixer (Chrome Edition) does not include rack mount accessories with its purchase. The appropriate rack mount accessory for this unit is BH #ALQU16RK19 Allen & Heath QU-16-RK19 Rack Ear Kit for Qu-16 Digital Mixer.

Q: 4. Hello! Does this mixer comes with any DAW? If so, what DAW? If there is no DAW in the package, is this compatible with any DAW? (preferably Studio One 3) What are some software comes with mixer? And also, is this a windows compatible for recording purposes? Does it record individual track per channel on DAW or any recording software? Do I need a speaker amplifier or it has already a built in amplifier?

A: The Allen & Heath Qu-16C is a 16-channel digital mixer and USB audio interface designed for live and installed sound, as well as studio use. The built-in USB audio interface is compatible with Apple and Windows computers, and will allow you to record individual tracks in a multi-track DAW. The QU-16C does not ship with software, but can be used with most popular DAW software in the market. Currently, DAW templates are available on the Allen & Heath website for users of Cubase, Logic X, and Pro Tools. Digital mixers in general do not provide power for speakers. Therefore, the QU-16C needs to be integrated with a passive or active speaker solution for sound reinforcement.

Q: 5. When controlling this mixer from an iPad, it doesn't have built-in wifi correct? You would need to plug it into a router or access point via Ethernet it seems? If so, any recommended access point products that would allow it to join an existing network on 5Ghz?

A: The mixer does not have built-in wi-fi. There is a Network port on the rear panel to connect a router for remote/wi-fi control. Use any quality router. Instructions for this connection are in the owner's manual which can be downloaded from a href= http://www.allen-heath.com. target= _blank www.allen-heath.com./a Go to QU Series, then DOCUMENTS, then USER GUIDE.

Q: 6. Hello! Does this mixer comes with any DAW? If so, what DAW? If there is no DAW in the package, is this compatible with any DAW? (preferably Studio One 3) What are some software comes with mixer? And also, is this a windows compatible for recording purposes? Does it record individual track per channel on DAW or any recording software? Do I need a speaker amplifier or it has already a built in amplifier?

A: It does not come with free DAW software. It is a digital mixer and includes no bonus software. Yes. You may use either Windows or Mac for recording. It will record via USB from your choice of the main left/right mix or individual channels. This mixer does not have a speaker, nor power for amplification. You need peripheral equipment.

Q: 7. Does this have phantom power?

A: Yes. The preamp section allows input trimming, individual 48V phantom-power switching ()all 16 channels), polarity switch.

Q: 8. Can this mixer be controlled from a hardware fader box?

A: The Allen & Heath Qu-SB is not controllable with a traditional mixer. It can be controlled with an iPad via WiFi

Q: 9. Is this mixer Dante compatible?

A: The Allen & Heath QU-16C Digital Mixer with Dust Cover Kit is not compatible with Dante. You would need the Allen & Heath SQ-5 48-Channel / 36-Bus Digital Mixer with 16+1 Motorized Faders and the Allen & Heath SQ Dante Module for SQ Mixers and AHM-64 Audio Processor for Dante compatibility.

Q: 10. How do i coonect the A&H with the AB168? need a Cat-6 cable

A: The AB168 will connect to the Qu-16 with Cat5 cable.

Ronil	29/09/2024
[24 x 11.5 x 11"] Nicely padded. Good protection also for the LCD display. 5

Jaime	26/09/2024
[Normal/Reverse] It fits perfectly! 5

Ayokunle	08/09/2024
[16] The product was of a high quality and purchasing on line was easy and product was delivered in a timely manner. 5

Milko	29/08/2024
[4 RU] Very satisfied after my first outing with the qu-pac. Easy interface both on the unit and with the qu-pad. 5

Adam	13/07/2024
[Normal/Reverse] Solid kit..works perfectly with SKB's 1SKB-R100 case for the Qu-16. Highly recommend! 5

ChurchA_VGuy	25/06/2024
[18 Tracks] Bought this dust cover for the new QU-24 mixer we purchased for our church. Fits the mixer perfectly and looks very professional. Very please with the quality of this product. 5

Rob33434	24/06/2024
[4 RU] 11 space rails. They eork great with my QU-16. No issues. I mount my mixer in a 12 space rack for a little extra cable room 5

Leslie	06/06/2024
[32] These ears attach to the QU-16 using 6 machine screws supplied in the package. The ears are, of course needed to mount the QU-16 in a vertical rack or a case. In my case, I needed to mount the QU-16 above an existing mixer. These ears made building a custom stand easy. 5