The Qu-5 digital console is based on the extremely popular Qu-16, offering Allen & Heath's powerful XCVI processor, new FX engines, and Everything I/O connectivity. It features a larger touchscreen, channel indicators, customizable layers, and additional SoftKeys.

The Qu-5D version includes a built-in 16x16 Dante port at 48/96 kHz for interoperability with other Dante-compatible equipment. Both models, Qu-5 and Qu-5D, are rack-mountable 96kHz digital consoles with 32 input channels.

These consoles combine high-performance audio processing with professional features while offering ease of use and immediate control. They are suitable for live performances, AV & installations, studios, and broadcast applications.

The workflow and user interface are designed for ease of use and quick access to advanced functions for experienced sound engineers.

• Processing & FX 96kHz XCVI Core
• 6 Multi-FX Engines with dedicated Stereo Returns
• DEEP Processing Ready
• Mix Architecture: 38x Inputs to Mix (32x Mono/Linkable, 3x Stereo)
• 12 Mixes (6 Mono/Linkable Aux/Group, 6 Stereo Aux/Group)
• 4 Mono/Linkable Matrix
• Stereo Main LR Output
• I/O: 16 XLR/Jack ‘Combi’ Mic/Line Input Sockets
• 2 Stereo Line Input Sockets (each 2x TRS)
• 12 XLR Output Sockets
• 1 XLR Talkback Socket
• 2 TRS Output Sockets
• 1 AES3 Stereo Digital Output Socket
• 128×128 Intelligent SLink Port for Everything I/O expansion
• 16×16 48/96 kHz Dante interface with dedicated locking EtherCon port (Qu-5D only)
• Stereo Headphone Output
• Control: 7” Capacitive Touchscreen
• 17 100mm Motorised Faders
• 4 Channel Strip Layers
• Remote control via free apps – Windows/MacOS/iOS/Android
• 8 SoftKeys
• Configurable single/dual Footswitch Connection
• Recording & Playback: USB-A For stereo audio record/playback
• USB-C Audio interface for multichannel record/playback (32×32)
• SD Card Slot for audio recording/playback (16×16@96kHz, 32×32@48kHz)
• Misc: 19” Rack Mountable (optional kit available)
• 12V Lamp Socket
• Configurable Chromatic Channel Meter LEDs