Updated 16 May 2026
| Brand | Allen & Heath |
| Category | Musical Instruments |
| Available at | 1 UK stores |
| 90-day avg | £1721.00 |
Allen & Heath
Allen & Heath QU-5 Digital Mixer
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PRICE HISTORY
Current
£1716
Change
+3.7%
Avg
£1667
Low
£1601
High
£1738
Volatility
1.9%
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Professional control and intuitive workflow The Allen & Heath QU-5 is built for engineers and venues who want powerful control without the bulk. A 7-inch touchscreen gives fast access to metering EQ and routing while 17 motorised faders and four channel layers allow flexible mix control. Assignable SoftKeys let you create shortcuts to frequently used functions ideal for live shows where fast reactions are key. With a compact footprint and optional rack mounting it suits everything from conference rooms to mobile rigs. Scene memory and user presets mean multiple engineers can use it without needing to reconfigure the desk each time. It&rsquo
- s a flexible platform for anyone needing high-performance mixing with a smaller channel count. Built-in tools to speed up setup The QU-5 features Allen & Heath&rsquo
- s 96kHz XCVI FPGA processing engine for clear low-latency audio across all 36 input channels. With 12 mixes and 4 matrices you can send signals to monitors recorders or different zones easily. Built-in tools like Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant help optimise your setup quickly and reduce on-stage issues before they start. The built-in 32-channel Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) makes it ideal for speech applications such as corporate events or worship services. Combined with six internal FX engines plus support for DEEP and RackExtra add-ons the QU-5 gives you powerful creative and corrective tools straight out of the box. Flexible expansion and I/O options The SLink port on the QU-5 lets you expand your system using both 48kHz and 96kHz I/O hardware. It supports dSnake and DX or GX stageboxes giving you flexibility to scale up your system for different shows or installations. You can place stageboxes up to 100m away over Cat5e or Cat6 cabling simplifying wiring and setup. The QU-5 is also compatible with MixPad and 4You apps on iOS Android Mac and Windows. These apps give remote access to channel control EQ and monitor mixes useful for walking the room during soundchecks or adjusting mixes on stage. It&rsquo
- s a scalable solution for venues or engineers who need remote access and easy I/O expansion. Reliable multitrack recording and playback Multitrack recording is built into the QU-5 with support for both SD card and USB-C. Record up to 32 channels at 48kHz directly to USB-C storage or 16 channels at 96kHz to SD without needing a computer or audio interface. It&rsquo
- s perfect for capturing shows rehearsals or backup recordings in live environments. Files are saved as standard WAV for easy import into any DAW. Playback is just as easy trigger backing tracks or run virtual soundchecks from media storage. The USB-A port also supports stereo record/playback and file transfer giving you multiple ways to manage audio in the field or studio. Features The mixer has 32 mono inputs and 2 stereo input channels 96kHz FPGA processing gives you high-quality low-latency audio Six FX engines with dedicated return channels for creative mixing A 7 inch touchscreen makes navigation fast and intuitive 17 motorised faders provide smooth hands-on control SLink port supports wide expansion with Everything I/O SD card and USB-C ports enable multitrack recording and playback Specifications Product Code: QU-5/240X Mixing Channels: 32x Mono/Linkable 2x Stereo Mix Buses: 12x Total (6x Mono/Linkable Aux 6x Stereo Aux/Group) Matrix Outputs: 4x Mono/Linkable Main Output: Stereo LR Mic/Line Inputs: 16x XLR/Jack &lsquo
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- Sockets Stereo Line Inputs: 2x TRS (Each Input Pair) Talkback Input: 1x XLR Analogue Outputs: 12x XLR 2x TRS Digital Output: 1x AES3 Stereo SLink Port: 128x128 for I/O Expansion and Connectivity Headphone Output: Stereo Jack FX Engines: 6x Multi-FX with Dedicated Return Channels Touchscreen: 7&rdquo
- Capacitive Motorised Faders: 17x 100mm Channel Strip Layers: 4x Customisable SoftKeys: 8x Assignable USB-A: Stereo Record/Playback and Data Transfer USB-C: 32x32 Audio Interface for Multi-Channel Use SD Card Slot: 16x16@96kHz or 32x32@48kHz Record/Playback Lamp Connection: 12V Socket Footswitch: Single/Dual Configurable Channel Metering: Chromatic LED Indicators Power Supply: IEC Mains with Worldwide Compatibility Network: RJ45 Socket Remote Apps: MixPad and 4You (Windows macOS iOS Android) Automatic Mic Mixing: 32 Channels Built-In Add-On FX: DEEP and RackExtra (Purchasable) Assistant Tools: Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant Dimensions (W x D x H): 440 x 476 x 213.1 mm / 17.3" x 18.7" x 8.4" Weight: 9.9kg / 21.8lbs