Allen & Heath Qu-5D – Compact 38-Channel Digital Mixer with Dante Networking

The Qu-5D brings premium live and studio mixing into a portable, half-rack package. It combines 96 kHz XCVI FPGA processing, motorized faders, a capacitive touchscreen, multitrack recording, and a built-in 16×16 Dante interface—offering professional mixing with agile flexibility and reliable connectivity.

Key Features

• XCVI 96 kHz processing core: Delivers clean audio with ultra-low latency and high channel density
• 38 inputs (32 mono, 2 stereo, USB return): Comprehensive coverage for live or studio setups
• 16 combo mic/line inputs with phantom power: Rugged and versatile input stage for mics or line-level devices
• Built-in 16×16 Dante interface: Streamline AoIP routing and integration over a locked EtherCon port
• 17 motorized 100 mm faders: Seamless control over 4 customizable layers plus assignable SoftKeys
• 7″ capacitive touchscreen: Clear navigation with channel labels, meters, and intuitive routing control
• Multi-track I/O: 32×32 USB-C audio interface, SD card recording/playback, and USB-A stereo workflow support
• Everything I/O compatibility: Expand via SLink to add up to 128×128 channels with remote I/O modules
• DEEP Processing ready: Upgrade with tools from the dLive series, including Gain and Feedback Assistants