Allen&Heath Qu-16 CHROME

 

Allen&Heath QU-16 CHROME

• 19" digital mixer for live, studio, and installations
• Metallic motorized faders precisely follow scene and layer changes
• AMM (Automatic Mic Mixer) function allows automated control of microphone inputs
• Spectrogram function analyzes the signal to locate problematic frequencies and defines complex acoustic situations, helping to eliminate feedback
• High-contrast metallic finish, potentiometers, and faders, same as the premium GLD Chrome series
• 16 AnalogiQ preamps with digitally controlled gain, optimized for neutral transmission and low distortion
• Integrated USB recorder Qu-Drive for multitrack recording and playback from an external USB drive
• Built-in effects such as classic and gated reverbs, delays, and modulation effects derived from the iLive touring series
• Color touchscreen with high resolution and intuitive touch Channel environment for easy access to channel processing, effects, and configuration
• A&H dSNAKE connector allows low-latency connection of external AudioRacks and personal monitoring system ME via Cat5 cable
• Qu-16 is compatible with the A&H ME personal monitoring system - performers can set up their own monitor mix on ME-1 personal mix stations
• Use an iPad to set up monitors on stage or mix the event from the audience area. The app is free!

The Chrome edition of the Qu digital mixing consoles enhances the system's flexibility with new firmware and adds a range of new features. Expect features like Automatic Mic Mixing, Spectrogram, and additional monitor paths.

The Chrome edition mixing consoles Qu-16, Qu-24, and Qu-32 feature potentiometers and faders in a metallic finish, similar to the premium GLD Chrome series. They provide improved visibility and overall user-friendliness of controls in low-light conditions.

The AMM function, or "Automatic Mic Mixer," allows automated control of microphone inputs, freeing users from the need to manually adjust output levels during long speeches.

The Chair button enables easy priority assignment, where, for example, the speech of a CEO can be used as a source for ducking all other microphone inputs. These enhancements can now be activated in two modes: "D-Classic," which offers dynamic gain sharing for instant and easy workspace setup, and "Number of Open Microphones" (NOM), an intelligent technology for setting gate thresholds, allowing flexible automatic mixing with advanced configuration options.

Another new tool is the Spectrogram, which reliably analyzes the signal to locate problematic frequencies and define complex acoustic situations, helping to eliminate feedback.

Firmware Qu v1.8 Chrome also unlocks more monitor paths. Stereo groups can be switched to Mix mode. This feature increases the number of discrete monitor paths to 9 on the Qu-24 (4x mono and 5x stereo). The Qu-32 and Qu-Pac models are expanded to 11 (4x mono, 7x stereo), elevating all these consoles to a higher class suitable for touring and monitoring applications.

The Qu-Pad mobile app has been enhanced with new controls, windows, and features, allowing remote control of AMM settings. The Qu-You app for personal monitoring with increased monitor paths also offers greater user comfort.

Technical Specifications:

• 16x mono inputs (TRS + XLR)
• 3x stereo inputs (TRS)
• 4x stereo FX Returns
• 16x Bus
• 12x Mix outputs (LR, Mono Mix 1-4, Stereo Mix 1-3)
• 4x FX
• AES Digital Out
• 19" rack chassis
• Motorized Faders
• 16 AnalogiQ preamps
• Qu-Drive - direct multitrack recording/playback on USB drives
• 800x480 Touchscreen
• iLive FX Library
• dSNAKE Remote Audio Port
• Compatible with ME personal monitoring system
• Qu-Pad iPad App
• USB Audio Streaming
• DAW MIDI Control
• 4 Mute groups
• 4 DCA groups
• Trim, polarity, HPF, gate, insert, 4-band PEQ, compressor, and delay on all inputs
• Insert, 1/3 octave GEQ, compressor, and delay on main LR and Mono Mix outputs
• Insert, 4-band PEQ, compressor, and delay on stereo mix outputs
• Built-in signal generator
• RTA with Peak Band indication
• AMM (Automatic Mic Mixer) function allows automated control of microphone inputs
• Spectrogram function analyzes the signal to locate problematic frequencies and define complex acoustic situations, helping to eliminate feedback
• High-contrast metallic finish, potentiometers, and faders, same as the premium GLD Chrome series
• Dimensions: 440 x 500 x 186 (mm)
• Weight: 10 kg