Allen & Heath QU-5D
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QU-5D: The New Generation QU, Inspired by the SQ, Avantis, and dLive Series
Inheriting the "walk up and mix" DNA that made the QU series successful, the QU-5D modernizes the formula with technologies from Allen & Heath's high-end consoles. Its FPGA XCVI processor operating at 96 kHz provides ample power and audio quality, positioning it as a benchmark solution for live performances, events, and installations. The ergonomics remain familiar to QU users while benefiting from a redesigned interface and more flexible routing options than the traditional 1:1 scheme.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses? Live, Corporate, Houses of Worship, and Mobile Control Rooms
The QU-5D is aimed at sound engineers seeking a compact digital console that is quick to master but capable of handling a full production: bands, theater, conferences, TV studios, or mobile control rooms. Its touchscreen and 17 motorized 100 mm faders encourage instinctive mixing, while the internal power, monitor management, and assistive tools secure situations where soundcheck time is limited. Musicians and presenters also gain autonomy thanks to remote control apps and dedicated mixes.
Processing, Mixing Assistance, and Workflow: A Console Designed for Efficiency
XCVI 96 kHz and DEEP Processing: More Precision Without Increasing Latency
At the heart of the QU-5D, the XCVI 96 kHz engine ensures high-performance AD/DA conversion and very low latency. The console provides access to DEEP Processing : studio-level dynamic and EQ treatments integrated directly on channels, designed to sculpt a mix with greater finesse without multiplying external devices or complicating the patch.
Visual Control and Quick Handling
Each channel features a dedicated display showing key information (name, channel type), complemented by a configurable chromatic level LED to keep an immediate eye on levels. The 7-inch touchscreen has been redesigned for more direct and responsive navigation, ideal for live and corporate events where quick access to essential functions is required.
Built-in Assistants: Faster Soundcheck and More Peace of Mind
To optimize preparation time, the QU-5D integrates assistive tools: the Gain Assistant helps quickly set consistent gains, while the Feedback Assistant identifies and attenuates sensitive frequencies with up to 16 filters per output. In conference/TV contexts, the AMM (Automatic Mic Mixer) on 32 channels simplifies managing multiple microphones while maintaining a clean sound without added latency.
Effects and Customization: Ready for the Stage
The console includes 6 Multi-FX engines with dedicated send and return channels, convenient for building a clear effects chain (reverbs, delays, modulations) without sacrificing buses. The workflow gains flexibility with 4 channel layers and 8 assignable SoftKeys, allowing the control surface to be adapted to each show (bands, DCAs, monitors, talkback, etc.).
Connectivity: The Modern "Hub" Between Stage, Network, and Recording
The QU-5D is designed as a nerve center: Dante 16x16 (48/96 kHz) via dedicated EtherCon port for integration into an audio network, and intelligent SLink 128x128 for opening up to the Allen & Heath Everything I/O ecosystem. On the production side, USB-C provides a 32x32 multichannel audio interface for recording/playback, while the SD card allows multitrack recording/playback (16x16 at 96 kHz, 32x32 at 48 kHz). A USB-A port completes the setup for stereo recording/playback and data transfer. Finally, remote control via Qu-MixPad and Qu4You (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android) facilitates in-room adjustments and musician mix management.
Technical specifications
| Type | Digital | RTA | Yes |
| USB stereo recording / playback | Yes | Talkback | Yes |
| Slice name display | Yes | Color | Black |
| ME Personal Mixer compatible | Yes | Cooling | Active |
| Integrated LED lighting | No | Weight | 10 kg |
| Signal generator | Yes | Dimensions (mm) | 440 x 476 x 213 |
| AMM (Automatic Microphone Mixer) | 32 channels | SD card slot | multichannel recording/playback (16x16 at 96 kHz, 32x32 at 48 kHz) |
| USB-A | stereo audio recording/playback and data transfer | Remote control | Qu-MixPad and Qu4You (Windows/macOS/iOS/Android) |
| USB-C | audio interface for multichannel recording/playback (32x32) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Allen & Heath QU-5D record multitrack?
Multitrack recording is available on SD card at 16x16 channels at 96 kHz or 32x32 channels at 48 kHz. The USB-C also provides a 32x32 audio interface for computers.
How many faders does the QU-5D have?
The surface features 17 motorized 100 mm faders, distributed across 4 channel layers.
Is the QU-5D console Dante compatible?
A dedicated EtherCon port provides a 16x16 Dante connection at 48 or 96 kHz.
How does the QU-5D manage feedback risks?
The Feedback Assistant can identify and reduce sensitive frequencies with up to 16 filters per output. An RTA is also integrated to visualize the audio spectrum. The Gain Assistant speeds up consistent gain setting.
Can musician monitors be controlled remotely with this console?
Thanks to the Qu-MixPad and Qu4You apps, remote control is supported on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Compatibility with ME personal mixers facilitates managing dedicated mixes.
