Designed to accommodate a wide variety of live sound-reinforcement and recording scenarios, the chrome edition Allen & Heath Qu-32C Digital Mixing Console Chrome Editionis a 38-input / 28-out digital mixing console that doubles as a 32x32 USB recording interface. Featuring 32 of the company's recallable AnalogiQ microphone preamps, and powered by a 5-core ARM processor, the Qu-32 provides a variety of integrated effects and processing including channel-independent 4-band parametric EQs, compressors, delay and reverb. The chrome edition adds high-contrast chrome rotary and fader knobs that improve visibility in dark conditions, as well as a number of software enhancements from the updated firmware (V1.8).

The mixer is compatible with both the ME Personal Mixing System and dSNAKE digital-connectivity system from Allen & Heath. The Qu-32 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 7" touchscreen display, providing access to all settings. Furthermore, the mixer has 33 automatable, motorized faders for fast recall of levels when mixing FOH for multiple acts on the same stage, dealing with multiple monitor mixes, and similar scenarios.

Chrome Knobs and Faders    32 Mic/Line Inputs    Recallable AnalogiQ Preamps    33 Motorized Faders    24 Mix Outputs    32x32 USB Recording Interface    4 Built-In FX Engines    7" Touchscreen    iPad App for Wireless Mixing    dSNAKE-Compatible

• Pro Factory Mic Presets co-developed with leading microphone manufacturers including Shure, Sennheiser, and Audio-Technica
• Updated iPad app functionality
• Windows Daw Control app
• DAW Templates online for users of Cubase, Logic X, and Pro Tools
• 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 AnalogiQ Preamps
• Qu-Drive direct Multi-track Recording / Playback on USB drives
• 7” Touchscreen
• iLive FX Library
• dSNAKE 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

Qu-32's twenty-four AnalogiQ total recall preamps feature zero-crossing detection and a padless 1 dB-step gain stage, closely allied to the DSP for optimal gain accuracy and audio transparency. The analog signal is captured by low-latency 24-bit analog-to-digital converters matched to 24-bit digital-to-analog converters to deliver the required outputs. The AnalogiQ design has been refined to offer transparency, minimal distortion, and an ultra-low noise floor, with a warm, musical sound

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 Qu-32 you'll sense the years of research into ergonomics and the hands-on mixing experience that delivers a natural layout and workflow. It's not about recreating an analog 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

The 800 x 480, sixteen-million color touchscreen and its dedicated data encoder form the heart of the Qu-32 interface, providing fast access to all settings. The user-friendly interface has been designed with clarity in mind. Dedicated keys and screen tabs guide you to meter and RTA views, FX racks, channel processing, USB audio control, scenes, setup menus and much more

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

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 feature 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-32 features 33 motorized ALPS faders, 32 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

Qu-32's dynamics and FX algorithms are derived from the FX used in our iLive pro touring series. Qu-32 boasts 4 stereo iLive FX engines, featuring lovingly crafted emulations of legendary classic reverbs, gated reverbs, delays, modulators, flangers, and more. The FX library has the ability to grow with future firmware releases. FX are returned to the mix on dedicated return channels, so you're not tying up your mono and stereo input channels. Each Stereo FX Return has a dedicated 4-band PEQ

True digital mixing is about being able to save and recall scenes (snapshots) at the press of a button. Qu-32 can store up to 100 full Scenes for recall at will. Channels and mixes can be made Safe from Scene recall. For example, if an instrument or mic gets swapped out after the soundcheck, the channel can be made safe to avoid settings being overridden by Scene recalls. Or if a broadcast feed or walk-in iPod is added last-minute before the show kicks off, that mix or channel can be made safe from any scene change. In addition, single-parameter updates can be blocked using per-scene Recall Filters or a Global Recall Filter. So if you tweak the graphic EQ to reflect the room response when the audience gets in, you can block this to prevent any overwriting at scene change. Custom settings for each EQ, compressor, channel or FX can be saved as Library presets. This lets you store your tried and tested SM58 EQ or reverb pattern and apply it to other channels or shows. Libraries, Scenes and the complete Show configuration can be saved to a USB key, so you can carry the show with you, ready to use on another Qu mixer

Qu-32's built-in interface streams multi-track audio to your Mac or PC via a flexible patching system: all Input channels and the Main LR can be recorded at the same time, or you may choose to record something different such as FX returns or a pair of mixes. The returns from the computer can be assigned to the Input channels. The interface is class-compliant on Mac OS X - and drivers are available for Windows systems. Either way, it will be recognized straightaway by any DAW supporting ASIO or Core Audio, including Logic, Cubase, Reaper, and Pro Tools

Forget soundcard drivers and software setup, Qu-32 has an integrated multi-track USB recorder, providing 18 channels of 48 kHz, 24-bit recording and playback straight to / from your USB hard drive. Capturing multi-track recordings of your shows has never been so easy. Mixes and FX returns can be recorded alongside channels, and multi-track audio can be played back to the mixer for virtual sound-checks. An independent set of controls is provided for quick stereo recording of the main LR or other mix outputs, and a 2-track USB return can be routed to ST3 for playback of stereo WAV files such as walk-in music

Qu-32 is equipped with 5 cores of high-efficiency ARM core processing, with dedicated ARM cores running the touchscreen display and surface, USB streaming, Qu-Drive multi-channel USB recording / playback, Ethernet and fader automation. Between them the ARM cores provide state-of-the-art processing, working in parallel to deliver extensive control, instant-on operation, and lightning-fast response. The mixer's DSP farm exploits next generation dual-core DSPs. With plenty of DSP power under the hood the channel processing is only using a fraction of capacity, so Qu-32 is future-proofed, with ample room for updates and extra functionality. The DSP architecture employs varied bit depths, tailored to specific algorithms, with 48 bits on critical EQ functions and a 56-bit accumulator on the mix bus where it really counts, allowing every nuance of the audio to be captured in the final mix

Made from 18-gauge, cold-rolled Zintec steel, Qu-32's distinctive frame is designed for strength and rigidity. We've done unspeakable things to that chassis in the lab and it's taken everything we've thrown at it - even being stomped on by our resident ex-tank commander. Silence is a precious commodity in the live or studio environment, which is why nobody wants those moments of stillness ruined by the whirring of fans coming from the mix position. Qu-32's sleek profile generates optimal airflow through the mixer, eliminating the need for any fans

Add the Qu-Pad iPad app to your Qu setup and you're free to adjust the monitors on stage, roam around the venue whilst tweaking the PA, and then mix the show from the heart of the audience. Qu-Pad connects to the mixer over Wi-Fi* and gives instant access to all live mixing parameters and settings

Qu-32 is fully compatible with our ME Personal Mixing System. Any number of ME-1 personal mixers can be chained from the dSNAKE port (or from an AR2412 / AB168 AudioRack if you've got one connected to the dSNAKE port). Each performer can be given tailored control over their own mix, leaving the engineer free to focus on the audience experience

Qu-32 is a self-contained, so if you've already got the analogue cables you're good to go. If you're thinking of trading in the copper multi-core for a Cat5 digital snake, Qu's dSNAKE port has you future-proofed, allowing connection to a combination of AR2412, AR84 or portable AB168 AudioRacks. dSNAKE is our proprietary networking solution, boasting a transport latency of only 105μs over cable runs of up to 120m / 390'. So if you're mixing FoH you can place your I/O on the stage and run a single Cat5 cable back to the Qu mixer in the mix position

Qu-32 packs 10 SoftKeys for more user-assignable functions such as Mute Groups, Tap Tempo, Scene navigation or PAFL Clear

Qu-32's Matrix has 2 further stereo outputs equipped with full processing to the console's extensive I/O. It is a 'mixer within a mixer,' fed from any combination of Group 1-4, Mix 1-10, and main LR. It can be used to provide a broadcast feed, a recording mix, or duplicate the main outputs for delay stacks and fill / zone speakers where independent GEQ and delay is applied

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Where can I get somebody to install the USB option that wont void my warranty?

A: For service that will not void your warranty, you will need an Authorized service center. You can contact the Allen & Heath US distributor at info@a href= http://AmericanMusicAndSound.com target= _blank AmericanMusicAndSound.com/a who should be able to assist you.

Q: 2. 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: 3. I recently purchased the A&H WZ4 16:2 which replaced the Mackie CR1604-VLZ 16-Channel mixer. I am finding that I have to push the Gain up really high to gain stage my mics. This is the case for all my mics (Shure SM58, Audio Technica system 9 Lav, etc.). Is this typical for this mixer or am I doing something wrong? I am getting noise and distortions in my live mix.

A: Hi Kenneth, I wouldn't say that's typical. Do you maybe have the attenuation pad accidentally engaged on your mic channels? If you continue to have issues, please reach out to our support: https://www.allen-heath.com/support/

Q: 4. 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: 5. what do you have for this package ?

A: Recommended accessories are listed on this console's webpage. For specific product recommendations, please e-mail us at: ProAudio@a href= http://BandH.com target= _blank BandH.com/a

Q: 6. Can the Allen and Heath Qu32 mixer use a Cat5 cable to send/receive audio to and from a DAW? Thanks.

A: No. Only USB.

Q: 7. Will this be good enough fro a professional recording studio ? Or will I get a much better sound from a Focusrite top priced? Or will it not be notifyable ?

A: I would say the QU-32C is good enough to operate in a professional recording studio, absolutely. The QU-32C is is capable of 32x32 channel recording/playback at 24-Bit and a 48kHz sample rate over USB-B to a computer. Beyond that, the AnalogiQ digitally controlled preamps offer excellent transparency, minimal distortion, and an incredibly low noise floor, with a warm, musical sound that some digital consoles lack. In comparison to high end Focusrite products, a Focusrite interface could offer a high sample rate (upwards of 192kHz) as well as a different selection of preamps, which could potentially be noticeable depending on your acoustic environment and the speakers you're monitoring through. But a Focusrite interface will lack the hands-on control that a console like the QU-32C can offer. Both are more than capable of operating in a professional studio environment as far as audio quality goes. Deciding between the 2 really depends on your workflow. If like hands-on control, then the QU-32C may be the option for you. But if you need to record at sample rates beyond 48kHz, a Focusrite interface may be the better option.

Q: 8. reference guide?

A: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/774221.pdf

Q: 9. Can this console be mounted to the top of a rolling rack flight case? If so, which one(s) would be compatible?

A: You will need someting like this liks below https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/968578- REG/allen_heath_ah_rk_qu_16_19_rack_ear_kit.html https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/583361-REG/Gator_Cases_G_TOUR_GRC12X12_G_TOUR_GRC12x12_Slant_Top.html

Q: 10. Does this board have motorized preamps?

A: No, preamps are not motorized, the linear faders are motorized.