Allen & Heath Sq-7 48-Channel Digital Mixer With Motorized Faders

Allen & Heath Sq-7 48-channel Digital Mixer With Motorized Faders

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The Allen & Heath SQ-7 is a 48-channel, 36-bus digital mixing console well suited for live sound, corporate A/V, recording studios, and houses of worship. The SQ-7 features 32+1 motorized faders and 32 professional-quality microphone preamps. There are also eight stereo FX engines with dedicated return channels and access to the RackExtra FX library. The mixer's 12 stereo outputs (configurable as groups or auxes) are well suited for in-ear-monitor setups, while the Automatic Mic Mixing function offers quick and easy operation over multiple microphones for conferences, panel talks, and more.

At the heart of the SQ-7 lies the 96 kHz XCVI Core FPGA engine, which delivers professional, high-resolution audio quality, ultra-low latency (less than 0.7 ms), variable bit depth for precision and noise performance, mix coherency down to the sample, and the power to handle high channel/mix counts and ample FX processing. The SQ's DEEP processing architecture allows you to hand-pick boutique compressor and preamp emulations and embed them directly within the mixer's inputs and mix channels, all without adding system latency or setup hassles.

The front panel is centered around the mixer's 7" capacitive touchscreen and framed by an array of high-grip, illuminated encoders, which offer clear visual feedback and quick, hands-on control. You can drag-and-drop channels and mixes to any strip with custom naming and color coding on the strip display, allowing you to build a mix environment that mirrors your workflow. The SQ-7 offers 16 softkeys, which can be freely assigned to any function for a customized and advanced workflow. The on-board recorder uses a USB Type-A port to record stereo and multitrack sessions to a flash drive. The recorder can also playback stereo and multitrack files, handy for virtual sound checks and studio mixing.

The SQ-7 offers expansion options via Allen & Heath's stage box expanders, or install an optional Dante or Waves card to adapt and expand using the latest digital technologies. SQ is fully compatible with the ME Personal Mixing System, allowing performers to take control of their own monitor mixes. Any number of ME-1 and ME-500 personal mixers can be daisy-chained from the mixer's SLink port, or from a connected remote expander. The Allen & Heath SQ-7 includes a power cord.

32 Microphone Preamps 7" Capacitive Touchscreen 96 kHz FPGA Processing Eight Stereo FX Engines with Returns 32 x 32 USB Audio Interface AES Output 12 Mono/Stereo Mixes + 3 Stereo Matrix Channel LCD Displays 16 Assignable SoftKeys SLink Port for Remote Audio & Expansion

Mixer
Number of Analog Input Channels	48
Mix Routing	8x Stereo FX Return
Groups	8x Mute Group 8x DCA Group
Display	7" Touchscreen
Display Resolution/Color	Main Display: 800 x 480 8-Bit RGB
Faders & Level Adjustment	x 3.9" / 100 mm Motorized
Meters	Main Meter: 2x 12-Segment LED Channel Meter: Single LED
Meter Range	-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 Pad	-20 dB
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: 30 μs to 300 ms Release: 50 ms to 2 sec Knee: Soft / Hard Blend: Yes
Sidechain Filters	Compressor: High-Pass: 20 to 5 kHz Band-Pass: 120 Hz to 10 kHz Low-Pass: 120 Hz to 20 kHz Gate: High-Pass: 20 Hz to 5 kHz Band-Pass: 120 Hz to 10 kHz Low-Pass: 120 Hz to 20 kHz
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 2 kHz, 12 dB/Octave
Channel Output/Source Monitoring	AFL, PFL, Post-Preamp, Post-HPF, Post-Gate, Post-EQ, Post-Compressor, Post-FX, Insert Return
Built-In Effects	Reverb Stereo Delay (Tap) Reverb (Gated) ADT 2x Chorus Flanger Phaser
Real Time Analyzer	31-Band 1/3 Octave, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Audio Delay	Adjustable Up to 682 ms
Automatic Mic Mixing	Yes
Digital Audio
Sample Rates	96 kHz AES3 Output: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz Stereo Record: 96 kHz Stereo Playback: 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz Multitrack Playback/Multitrack Record: 96 kHz
Bit Depth	Up to 96-Bit Stereo Record: 24-Bit Stereo Playback: 16 / 24-Bit Multitrack Playback, Multitrack Record: 24-Bit
Latency	< 0.7 ms (Mic Input to Main Output)
Performance
dBFS Reference Level	+18 dBu = 0 dBFS
Headroom	+18 dB
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz +0/-0.5 dB
Max Input Level	Mic/Line Input: +30 dBu Aux Input: +22 dBu (+4 dBu) +18 dBu (0 dBu)
Output Level	Analog Output: +4 dBu (2901653169) +22 dBu (2901653168)
Analog Dynamic Range	112 dB
I/O Impedance	1/4", XLR Output: < 75 Ohms AES3 Output: 110 Ohms Aux Input: > 7 Kilohms Mic/Line Input: > 5 Kilohms
Noise Floor	-90 dBu (with Inputs Muted)
THD+N	0.006% at Unity Gain Mic/Line Input to AES3 Output: 0.002% at Unity Gain 0.003% at +30 dB Gain
Signal Generator	Sine, White, Pink, or Band-Pass Noise (Assignable to Any Mix)
Connectivity
Analog Inputs	1x XLR Talkback Input 32x XLR Balanced Mic/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	16x XLR Balanced Output 2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Output
Phantom Power	+48 V
Digital I/O	1x RJ45 (Network) 1x XLR AES3 Output 1x etherCON (I/O)
USB I/O	1x USB-A (External Memory) 1x USB-B 2.0 (Audio Streaming)
Expansion Ports	1x I/O Card
Recording
Max Multitrack Recording	16 Tracks
File Format Support	WAV
Power
AC Input Power	100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption	110 W (Maximum)
Physical
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions	31.7 x 20.3 x 7.8" / 805 x 516 x 198 mm
Weight	39.3 lb / 17.8 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	48.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	38.25 x 27.3 x 14"

Compact digital mixer for live, studio, and installation
48 input channels
32 local mic inputs (XLR)
Two 1/4” stereo inputs (TRS)
One 1/8" stereo input
36 total busses
12 stereo mixes (Aux or Group) + Main
PAFL bus
18 assignable local outputs (16 XLR + two 1/4” TRS)
AES digital output
Dedicated talkback mic input (XLR)
1/4" TRS headphone out with dedicated control
SLink EtherCON connection for remote audio using dSnake, DX, or gigaACE protocol (64x64 channels)
I/O port for option card (including 3^rd party protocols – Dante/Waves)
8 mute groups
8 DCA groups
8 stereo FX with dedicated FX returns
DEEP processing ready
RackFX effects suite
7" color touchscreen
16 assignable SoftKeys
Eight assignable soft rotaries
Dedicated physical controls for channel processing (Gain, HPF Frequency, Gate Threshold, Compressor Threshold, Pan, EQ Gain/Frequency/Width)
32+1 faders with 6 layers for 192 assignable channel strips
Motorized faders for sends on faders, GEQ fader flip, and mix recall
32 backlit LCD channel-strip displays
Chromatic channel metering
Integrated surface illumination
Single/dual footswitch control
Input channel linking for stereo sources
Patchable insert points
Input processing – Preamp, HPF, Gate, PEQ, Compressor, Delay
Mix processing – PEQ, Graphic EQ, Compressor, Delay
Fully integrated Automatic Mic Mixing (AMM)
31-band, real-time analyzer (RTA)
Quick copy/paste/reset for parameters
User permissions to restrict operator access
300 scene memories per show
Channel safes, global and per-scene recall filters
FX, processing, and channel libraries
SQ-Drive for stereo and multitrack recording/playback direct to USB drive
USB transfer of scenes, libraries, shows
32x32 channel USB streaming to/from Mac/Windows
DAW control driver for MIDI control via USB or TCP/IP
Wireless remote mixing apps for iPad and Android
Compatible with ME personal-monitoring range

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. 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: 2. Does this have a monitor output (not tablet) so you can have, say, all of your meters displayed on an external screen?

A: The Allen & Heath CQ-18T Compact 18-Channel Digital Mixer with Touchscreen does not have a video output.

Q: 3. What recording bitrate does this have?

A: The Allen & Heath CQ-12T Compact 12-Channel Digital Mixer can provide 24-bit audio.

Q: 4. Bluetooth Use. The Bluetooth is only receiving audio signal or it can connect with Bluetooth speakers in the room?

A: The Allen & Heath CQ-12T Compact 12-Channel Digital Mixer with Touchscreen cannot be connected to Bluetooth speakers. Its Bluetooth audio capability is for input only.

Q: 5. when using the thumb drive for recording or playback of multi-tracks...how do you access a play / record or fast forward search of a track...as in a standard recorder with buttons for play, record etc...?

A: Instructions for these operations can be found on page 97 of the Allen & Heath SQ-5 manual located here: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/773695.pdf

Q: 6. How many channels are available for multi-track recording via the USB interface?

A: The Allen & Heath SQ-7 Digital Mixer has a built-in 32 x 32 USB audio interface. Only USB channels that have been patched to will be recorded when using the SQ-Drive multitrack recording feature. You can find instructions for multitrack recording on page 97 in the user manual: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/774223.pdf

Q: 7. What's the max quantity of monitor auxs that I can use? Expander included

A: The Allen & Heath SQ-7 48-Channel / 36-Bus Digital Mixer with 32+1 Motorized Faders features 12 aux outputs for monitors and can be set for mono or stereo audio. If needed, the mixer's FX send outputs can also be used as additional aux outputs for monitors.

Q: 8. I am interested in the Allen & Heath Xone 23 mixer. Can I run it with Traktor 2 software? Thank you!

A: The Allen & Heath XONE:23 is an analog mixer with no direct connection to the computer, so will not be directly compatible with Traktor Software, however can be used with the Traktor DVS system with the proper interface such as the Audio 6.

Q: 9. Can I use the tablet to Start/Stop Playback/Recording from USB drive/Sd card or Bluetooth?

A: Yes, you can control start/stop and playback/recording for the Allen & Heath CQ-18T Compact 18-Channel Digital Mixer's USB drive and for the SD card when using the app with an iPad. The controls for playback via Bluetooth are on the mixer.

Q: 10. 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

vinilo	18/09/2024
[48] great sound. love allen & heath 5

Henry	09/09/2024
[+48 V] After purchasing a mew Allen & Heath mixer it seemed very prudent to get a cover to protect it and make it last as long as possible, and this cover does the trick. It is made specially for this mixer so it fits beautifully! I would recommend this cover for anyone that has this mixer. 5

Kevin	22/08/2024
[16 Tracks] I bought this mixer for my mobile backyard setup. I was having issues over gain control and gain output matching. I have to say, the build and quality is great as many have mentioned. It sounds amazing as well, I hear and see a quality product as I use this item. The only thing I did not like with the product was that with the DC Power Supply, it comes with a EU plug (CEE 7) to IEC 60320 C13. It was not mentioned anywhere. Luckily I have a typical IEC 60320 C13 to US style plug (NEMA 5-15P) laying around so it wasn't too big a deal for me. I would have been disheartened to really need to use the product but not know and not have purchased the correct plug in time. Besides that, I totally recommend this mixer! 5

David	29/07/2024
[16 Tracks] The SQ-5 is really well laid out. For a 48 input frame (16 local mic inputs, all the rest via digital stage boxes) that fits in a 19" rack space this board is packed. Its on screen features, functionality and software are very similar to the Midas M32. Unlike other rack mount mixers this one has a full 7 inch touch screen. The knobs are laid out symmetrically and the faders are very fast and responsive when switching between layers. The software's intuitive layout makes it easy to navigate complex mixes. I almost bought a Midas, but like the layout, additional channels and the built-in light bar on this unit better. The only issue I've noticed is the screen rotary knob (which adjust the values of the on-screen parameters) isn't as responsive is the rest of the rotaries. For example, if you scroll it too fast, the numbers will hiccup and skew. I've asked around in groups and have found this problem seems to be inherent in other A&H digital boards. It's likely a fix that can be accomplished via firmware upgrade. If you don't want to hard mount in a rack, but prefer a foam lined case like I do, B&H sells a ProX rack case for the M32R that will also fit this board...but you'll have to save the hard packing Styrofoam that comes with the SQ-5 to adapt to the case. I also notice B&H now sells a ProX rack to fit the SQ-5. The cost of this rack case is nearly double the M32R case, so if you have the skillsets to cut foam and fit, you can save some money. I've uploaded a picture guide for the foam conversion in my review of the ProX M32R case (XS-MIDM32R) on B&H. Overall, I am very happy with the SQ-5. Small, lightweight, full size screen, affordable. You won't be unhappy. 5

Thomas	26/07/2024
[7" Touchscreen] Good quality, very thin and lightweight like parachute fabric or nylon. Inside of cover is silver seems like it would be good to prevent a liquid spill but not dropping an object on it. $80.00 seems a little strong however you have to have it to protect your investment! Plus it has the Logo on it..... Just wish it was little thicker material...... Tj Picozzi 5

Stephen	15/07/2024
[7" Touchscreen] Our 3rd SQ board, used for live events as well as streaming. Works great and has the capabilities we need. 5

bgk1969	15/07/2024
[+48 V] I have owned the Xone 22 as well, and I think this one is laid out better. A&H always has a great sound. Definitely a great value for your buck. 5

Ian	26/06/2024
[-20 dB] This console is by far the best sub $5k console out currently. I own an M32, and take this SQ5 desk out 100% of the time unless a band specifically requested the M or X series. Completely future proof with its DSP power, plugin options, full 96k, all in a 19” rack is very impressive. It’s physical design borrows some things off Digico and it’s user interaction takes some notes from Avid’s S6L line (touch anything on the screen and it moves onto the rotary encoders). Very fast and fluid console with a great option card selection already available, and a great plugin package for those in need. Porter over from the flagship Dlive consoles, Allen & Heath really has a winner with this desk. 5