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Allen & Heath SQ-6 48-Channel/36-Bus Digital Mixer with 24+1 Motorized Faders and 6 Layers, 16 Softkeys

SKU: AHSQ6 MFR: AH-SQ-6
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Key Features

  • Achieve pristine sound quality with the SQ-6's high-resolution 96kHz sampling rate.
  • Command your mix with 24+1 motorized faders across six layers for intuitive control.
  • Seamless USB interface allows for easy multitrack recording and playback at 96kHz.
  • Enjoy flexible routing with 48 input channels, perfect for complex live sound setups.
  • Customize your sound using the comprehensive EQ control and dynamic processing tools.
  • Ensure reliable performance with the mixer's robust build and low noise circuitry design.
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Allen & Heath SQ-6 Specifications

  • Mic/Line Inputs

    Balanced XLR, fully recallable

  • Mic/Line Inputs: Input Sensitivity

    60 to +0dBu

  • Mic/Line Inputs: Switchable Pad

    -20dB

  • Mic/Line Inputs: Analogue Gain

    0dB to +60dB, 1dB steps

  • Mic/Line Inputs: Maximum Input Level

    +30dBu

  • Mic/Line Inputs: Input Impedance

    >5KOhms

  • Mic/Line Inputs: THD+N, Unity Gain 0dB

    0.002% -92dBu (20Hz-20kHz, AES Direct Out, at 0dBu 1kHz)

  • Mic/Line Inputs: THD+N, Mid Gain +30dB

    0.003% -91dBu (20Hz-20kHz, AES Direct Out, at -30dBu INPUT 1kHz)

  • Mic/Line Inputs: Phantom Power

    +48V (+3V / -2V

  • Stereo Line Inputs: ST1, ST2 Connectors

    Balanced, 1/4" TRS jack

  • Stereo Line Inputs: ST3 Connector

    Unbalanced, stereo 3.5mm Mini Jack

  • Stereo Line Inputs: Input Sensitivity

    Nominal +4dBu ST1, ST2 / 0dBu ST3

  • Stereo Line Inputs: Trim

    +/-24dB

  • Stereo Line Inputs: Maximum Input Level

    +22dBu / +18dBu

  • Stereo Line Inputs: Input Impedance

    >7KOhms

  • Outputs 1-14

    Balanced, XLR

  • Outputs A and B

    Balanced 1/4" TRS Jack

  • Source

    Patchable

  • Output Impedance

    <75Ohms

  • Nominal Output

    +4dBu = 0dB meter reading

  • Maximum Output Level

    +22dBu

  • Residual Output Noise

    90dBu (muted, 20Hz-20kHz)

  • AES Digital Output

    Balanced XLR 2 channel, Band 2, Band 3 Bell
    96kHz sampling rate (Default with SRC Bypassed)
    Switchable output sample rates, 44.1kHz/ 48kHz/ 88.2kHz/ (96kHz)
    2.5Vpp balanced terminated 110Ohms

  • Connection

    Neutrik EtherCON (RJ45)

  • dSNAKE Mode (48kHz Devices)

    64 channels assignable, compatible with AR2412, AR84, AB168, ME

  • DX Mode (96kHz Devices)

    32 channels assignable, compatible with DX168

  • gigaACE (96kHz Devices)

    128 channels assignable, compatible with dLive, SQ and DXHub

  • Inputs

    Fully Patchable

  • Outputs

    Fully Patchable

  • Sync/SRC

    Assignable as master audio sync for all modes, SRC 64 channel

  • Faders

    100mm motorized

  • Touch Screen

    7" Capacitive, 800 x 480 resolution, 24 bit RGB

  • SoftKeys

    16

  • Mute Groups / DCA Groups

    8 / 8

  • Network

    TCP/IP Ethernet for MIDI and Control

  • MIDI

    TCP/IP and USB B

  • Footswitch

    Single or Dual, Momentary or Latching

  • Polarity

    Normal/Invert

  • Trim

    -24 to +24dB

  • High Pass Filter

    12dB/octave 20Hz - 2kHz

  • Insert (Pre EQ/Comp)

    Fully Patchable

  • Audio

    Measured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 0dB gain, 0dBu input

  • Dynamic Range

    112dB

  • Frequency Response

    +0/-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz

  • Headroom

    +18dB

  • Internal Operating Level

    0dBu

  • THD+N

    THD+N, Mic/Line Routed to Main L/R Out: Unity gain faders at 0dB, 0.006%, -84dBu (20Hz to 20kHz)

  • dBFS Alignment

    +18dBu = 0dBFS (+22dBu at XLR output)

  • Meter Calibration

    0dB meter = -18dBFS (+4dBu at XLR out)

  • Main Meter Type

    2 x 12 segment, fast (peak) response

  • Channel Meter Type

    Single Point Metering, fully programmable color/brightness

  • Peak Indication

    -3dBFS (+19dBu at XLR out), multipoint sensing

  • Sampling Rate

    96kHz

  • Bit Depth

    Uses XCVI core custom bit widths in algorithms, up to 96bits

  • Latency

    <0.7mS, Local Mic Input routed to Main L/R. (Direct, No EQ/ Effects)

  • Operating Temperature Range

    0 to 40 deg. C (32 to 104 deg. F)

  • Mains Power

    100-240V AC, 50/60Hz

  • Maximum Power Consumption

    90W

  • Source Select

    Post-Preamp, Post-HPF, Post Gate, Insert Return, M Post PEQ, Post Comp, Post Delay
    Trim: -Infinity to 10dB per channel

  • GEQ

    28 bands 31Hz-16kHz, +/-12dB Gain, Constant 1/3 octave

  • PEQ

    As Input PEQ
    4-Band fully parametric, 20-20kHz, +/-15dB

  • Internal FX

    8 x RackFX engine, Send>Return or Inserted (4 dedicated fx bus)

  • FX Types

    SMR Reverb, StereoTap Delay, Gated Reverb, ADT, BlueChorus, Symphonic Chorus, Flanger, Phaser

  • 8 Dedicated Stereo FX Returns

    Fader, Pan, Mute, Routing to Mix/LR, 4-Band PEQ

  • PAFL

    PFL or stereo in-place AFL, 0 to -24dB Trim, PAFL
    Delay Up to 682ms

  • Talkback

    Dedicated input, Assignable to any mix, Gain, Pad, 48V, 12dB/octave HPF

  • Signal Generator

    Assignable to any mix, Sine/White/Pink/Bandpass Noise

  • RTA

    31-Bands 1/3 octave 20-20kHz, follows PAFL source

  • I/O Expansion Module

    Multi-channel IO option module
    Inputs: Fully patchable
    Outputs: Fully patchable
    Sync/SRC assignable as master audio sync

  • SQ-Drive

    USB A

  • SQ-Drive: Stereo Record

    2 channel, WAV, 96kHz, 24-bit, source fully patchable

  • SQ-Drive: Stereo Playback

    1/2 channel, WAV, 44.1, 48, 96kHz 16,24-bit, source fully patchable

  • SQ-Drive: Multitrack Record

    16 channel, WAV, 96kHz, 24-bit, track sources fully patchable

  • SQ-Drive: Multitrack Playback

    16 channel, WAV, 96kHz, 24-bit fully patchable

  • USB Audio Streaming

    USB B, Core Audio compliant, ASIO/WDM for Windows

  • USB Audio Streaming: Send (upstream)

    32 channel, 96kHz, 24-bit

  • USB Audio Streaming: Return (downstream)

    32 channel, 96kHz, 24-bit

  • Source: CH1-48

    Fully patchable

  • Source: USB Global

    SQ-Drive or USB B Streaming

  • Gate

    Patchable Sidechain

  • Gate: Sidechain Filter

    Hi-pass (20-5k), band-pass (120-10k), Lo-pass (120-20k)

  • Gate: Threshold / Depth

    72dBu to +18dBu / 0 to 60dB

  • Gate: Attack / Hold / Release

    50Mus to 300ms / 10ms to 5s / 10ms to 1s

  • PEQ: Band 1, Band 4

    Selectable Shelving (Baxandall), Bell

  • PEQ: Band 2, Band 3

    Bell

  • PEQ: Bell Width

    Variable Q, 1.5 to 1/9th octave

  • Compressor

    Patchable Sidechain

  • Compressor: Sidechain Filter

    Hi-pass (20-5k), band-pass (120-10k), Lo-pass (120-20k), Q=1

  • Compressor: Threshold / Ratio

    -46dBu to 18dBu / 1:1 to infinity

  • Compressor: Attack / Release

    30Mus to 300ms / 50ms to 2s

  • Compressor: Knee

    Soft/Hard

  • Compressor: Detector Response

    Peak/RMS switchable

  • Compressor: Parallel Path Compression

    Dry/wet -Infinity to 0dB

  • Channel Direct Out

    Follow Fader, Mute, Mute Group, DCA (global all channels)

  • Dimensions (WxDxH)

    Desk Mounted: 638 x 514.9 x 198mm (25.12 x 20.27 x 7.80")

  • Weight

    29.3 lbs (13.29kg)

  • UPC Code

    6938122247321

About Allen & Heath SQ-6

Discover the advanced SQ-6 48-Channel/36-Bus Digital Mixer, an innovative solution for professional audio and music production. Powered by Allen & Heath's revolutionary XCVI 96kHz FPGA engine, this sophisticated mixer is designed to excel in demanding scenarios such as AV, corporate events, live productions, and houses of worship.

Experience class-leading high-resolution audio fidelity with an ultra-low latency, thanks to the compact digital mixer's 96kHz FPGA processing. With 48 input channels, 24 local mic inputs (XLR), 2-1/4" stereo inputs (TRS), and a 3.5mm stereo input, this high-quality mixer offers versatile connectivity options.

The SQ-6 Digital Mixer features 36 total buses, 12 stereo mix (Aux or Group) + Main, and a PAFL Bus, providing ample routing options for your audio sources. It also includes 16 assignable local outputs (14 XLR + 2-1/4" TRS), an AES digital output, and a dedicated talkback mic input (XLR), ensuring comprehensive control over your audio output.

Enjoy the convenience of 24+1 motorized faders with 6 layers for 96 assignable channel strips. These motorized faders offer precise control for sends on faders, GEQ fader flip, and mix recall. The mixer also features 24 backlit LCD channel strip displays, single point metering, integrated surface illumination, and single/dual footswitch control.

The SQ-6 Digital Mixer is equipped with a 7" color touchscreen, 16 assignable softkeys, and 4 assignable soft rotaries, providing an intuitive and user-friendly interface. It also includes dedicated physical controls for channel processing, including gain, HPF frequency, gate threshold, compressor threshold, pan, and EQ gain/frequency/width.

Expand your audio capabilities with the SQ-6's DEEP processing architecture, allowing you to hand-pick boutique compressor and preamp emulations to suit your style and needs. With its SLink EtherCON connection for remote audio using dSnake, DX, or gigaACE protocol (64x64 channels), and I/O port for option card (including 3rd party protocols - Dante/Waves), this mixer is ready to integrate with your existing audio equipment.

The SQ-6 Digital Mixer is more than just a mixer; it's the centerpiece of a growing ecosystem of apps, expanders, audio networking, personal mixers, and more. Whether you're capturing a live performance with the integrated SQ-Drive for stereo and multitrack recording/playback direct to USB drive, or using the built-in 32x32 96kHz audio interface for multitrack recording, backing tracks, or virtual soundcheck applications, the SQ-6 is a flexible and powerful tool for any audio professional.

Allen & Heath SQ-6 Features

  • Next-generation SQ-6 Digital Mixer with 48 channels and 36 buses for professional-grade audio production
  • Equipped with Allen & Heath's XCVI 96kHz FPGA engine for high-resolution audio & ultra-low latency
  • 24+1 motorized faders with 6 layers for intuitive live mixing and precise control
  • Expansive connectivity with 24 local mic inputs, 16 assignable outputs, and SLink EtherCON for remote audio protocols
  • Integrated 7" color touchscreen, 16 softkeys, and 4 soft rotaries for a seamless user interface
  • Built-in SQ-Drive for direct multitrack recording to USB, plus a 32x32 channel USB audio interface for comprehensive DAW integration

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Achieve pristine sound quality with the SQ-6's high-resolution 96kHz sampling rate.
  • Command your mix with 24+1 motorized faders across six layers for intuitive control.
  • Seamless USB interface allows for easy multitrack recording and playback at 96kHz.
  • Enjoy flexible routing with 48 input channels, perfect for complex live sound setups.
  • Customize your sound using the comprehensive EQ control and dynamic processing tools.
  • Ensure reliable performance with the mixer's robust build and low noise circuitry design.

What's in the box:

  • Allen & Heath SQ-6 48-Channel/36-Bus Digital Mixer
  • Power Cord
  • Allen & Heath 1 Year Limited Warranty