Allen & Heath QU-5D Digital Mixing Console w/Dante

The Allen & Heath Qu-5D takes everything great about the Qu-16 and raises the bar with next-gen XCVI 96kHz processing, a streamlined interface, and expanded connectivity. Driven by a high-performance FPGA core, this compact, rack-mountable mixer delivers pristine audio quality and responsive operation. It features a 7 capacitive touchscreen, 17 motorised faders, and fully customisable layers, giving you fast, tactile control over every detail of your mix. With 36 input channels, 12 mix outputs, built-in FX engines, and scalable I/O via a 128x128 SLink port, the Qu-5D is engineered for flexibility and pro-level performance. Perfect for live sound, studio work, or AV integration, it offers advanced features with a user-friendly workflow—making it a smart, rugged choice for any setup. Features 16x16 Dante Interface supports 48/96 kHz for seamless audio networking and integration. 16 High-Quality Microphone Preamps deliver clean, detailed input capture. 7 Capacitive Touchscreen provides fast, intuitive access to controls and settings. 96 kHz FPGA Processing ensures ultra-low latency and high-resolution audio performance. Six Stereo FX Engines with Dedicated Returns offer rich, studio-quality effects. 32x32 USB Audio Interface enables multitrack recording and playback via USB-C. AES Output provides digital audio connectivity for professional setups. 12 XLR Outputs offer flexible routing for monitors, mains, and more. Eight Programmable Soft Keys allow quick access to custom functions. SLink Port enables remote audio I/O and integration with Everything I/O devices. Specifications Mixer Max I/O Capacity: 36x Input / 12x Output Analog Input Channels: 18 (16 Mono / 2 Stereo) Mic Preamps: 16 Analog Output Channels: 12 Mix Routing: 6x Mono Aux Send, 6x Stereo Aux Send Groups: 6x Subgroup Presets: No Display: 7 Touchscreen Faders: 17x 3.9 / 100 mm Motorised Fader Meters: 2x 12-Segment LED (Main), Single LED (Channel) Signal Processing Dynamic Processing: Compressor and Gate on Input Channels, Compressor and Limiter on Master EQ: 4-Band Parametric on Input Channels Filters: High-Pass Filter Solo/Mute: Solo-in-Place/AFL, Mute, PFL per Input Channel, Bus, and Master Audio Delay: Adjustable up to 682 ms Automatic Mic Mixing: Yes Digital Audio Sample Rates: 96 kHz AES3 Output Sample Rates: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz Stereo Record Rate: 96 kHz Stereo Playback Rate: 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz Multitrack Record/Playback Rate: 96 kHz Bit Depth: Up to 96-Bit Stereo Record Bit Depth: 24-Bit Stereo Playback Bit Depth: 16 / 24-Bit Multitrack Playback/Record Bit Depth: 24-Bit Connectivity Analog Inputs: 1x XLR Talkback Input, 16x XLR Balanced Mic/Line Input, 4x 1/4 TRS Balanced Channel Input (2 Stereo Pairs, Half-Normalled) Analog Outputs: 12x XLR Balanced Output, 2x 1/4 TRS Balanced Output Phantom Power: +48 V Digital I/O: 1x etherCON I/O (Network), 1x XLR AES3 Output, 1x etherCON Dante I/O MIDI I/O: No USB I/O: 1x USB-A 2.0 (External Memory), 1x USB-C 2.0 (Audio Streaming) USB I/O Capacity: 32x Input / 32x Output Other I/O: 1x RJ45 Control In/Out (Bi-Directional) Wireless: No External Display I/O: No Recording Max Multitrack Recording: 32 Tracks Media Support: SD, USB Drive File Format Support: WAV Compatibility Computer OS: Windows 10 or Later / macOS 10.14 to 11 Mobile OS: Android / iOS Mobile Device Compatibility: Android Smartphone, Android Tablet, iPhone, iPad Power Input Power: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz Physical Rack Mountable: Yes Operating Conditions: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C