Designed to accommodate a wide variety of live sound reinforcement and recording scenarios, the Allen & Heath Qu-Pac is a 16-input 12-output rackmountable console-less digital mixer that doubles as a 32x32 USB recording interface. Featuring 16 of the company's recallable AnalogiQ microphone preamps and powered by a 5 core ARM processor, the Qu-Pac provides a variety of integrated effects and processing including channel-independent 4-band parametric EQs, compressors, delay, and reverb.

The mixer is compatible with both the ME Personal Mixing System and dSNAKE digital connectivity system from Allen & Heath, which allows for up to 38 inputs. The Qu-Pac can also be used with the Qu-Pad app, allowing you to use your iPad to mix from anywhere in the venue when connected to a wireless network. Engineered for intuitive navigation, the mixer also features a 5" touchscreen display, providing access to all settings.

16 Mic/Line Inputs    16 Recallable AnalogiQ Preamps    12 Mix Outputs    32x32 USB Recording Interface    4 Built-In FX Engines    5" Touchscreen    iPad App for Wireless Mixing    EQ & Dynamics on Each Input    Up to 38 Inputs via dSNAKE    Includes Rack Ears and Hardware

• 16 AnalogiQ recallable preamps
• 16 onboard mic/line inputs (XLR / TRS)
• Expandable up to 38 inputs via dSNAKE
• 3 stereo inputs (TRS)
• 32 mono + 3 stereo input channels
• 12 onboard mix outputs (XLR)
• 4 stereo groups
• 2 stereo matrix outs
• AES digital out
• 4 DCA groups
• 4 mute groups
• Qu-Pad iPad app for all live mixing controls
• Qu-You iPhone app for personal monitoring
• Qu-Drive direct multitrack recording/playback on USB drives
• 15 soft keys
• 16 custom select keys
• Qu-Control custom screen to suit application
• 4 FX engines
• 4 FX sends/returns
• 32x32 USB audio Interface
• 5" touchscreen
• iLive FX Library
• Compatible with ME Personal Mixing System
• Trim, polarity, HPF, gate, insert/ducker, 4-band PEQ, compressor and delay on all Inputs
• Insert, 4-band PEQ, 1/3 octave GEQ, compressor, and delay on all mix outputs
• Built-in signal generator
• RTA with peak band indication

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Hello! Does this mixer comes with any DAW? If so, what DAW? If there is no DAW in the package, is this compatible with any DAW? (preferably Studio One 3) What are some software comes with mixer? And also, is this a windows compatible for recording purposes? Does it record individual track per channel on DAW or any recording software? Do I need a speaker amplifier or it has already a built in amplifier?

A: This mixer does not come with a DAW. However with the newest firmware update, there are now templates to use this mixer with Cubase, Logic X, and Pro Tools. This is Windows compatible and you can also control it from an app from other devices. It does record individual tracks when using a DAW. As for speakers, this is just a mixer. Not a mixer/amplifier. The analog xlr outputs can either send signal to an amplifier or active speakers.

Q: 2. When controlling this mixer from an iPad, it doesn't have built-in wifi correct? You would need to plug it into a router or access point via Ethernet it seems? If so, any recommended access point products that would allow it to join an existing network on 5Ghz?

A: The mixer does not have built-in wi-fi. There is a Network port on the rear panel to connect a router for remote/wi-fi control. Use any quality router. Instructions for this connection are in the owner's manual which can be downloaded from a href= http://www.allen-heath.com. target= _blank www.allen-heath.com./a Go to QU Series, then DOCUMENTS, then USER GUIDE.

Q: 3. Hello! Does this mixer comes with any DAW? If so, what DAW? If there is no DAW in the package, is this compatible with any DAW? (preferably Studio One 3) What are some software comes with mixer? And also, is this a windows compatible for recording purposes? Does it record individual track per channel on DAW or any recording software? Do I need a speaker amplifier or it has already a built in amplifier?

A: The Allen & Heath Qu-16C is a 16-channel digital mixer and USB audio interface designed for live and installed sound, as well as studio use. The built-in USB audio interface is compatible with Apple and Windows computers, and will allow you to record individual tracks in a multi-track DAW. The QU-16C does not ship with software, but can be used with most popular DAW software in the market. Currently, DAW templates are available on the Allen & Heath website for users of Cubase, Logic X, and Pro Tools. Digital mixers in general do not provide power for speakers. Therefore, the QU-16C needs to be integrated with a passive or active speaker solution for sound reinforcement.

Q: 4. does it come with rack mount ears?

A: Yes, 19" rack ears are included with the Allen & Heath Qu-Pac - 16-In/12-Out Compact Mountable Mixer.

Q: 5. Does it come with the color red

A: The Zed-6 is available in the colour scheme shown in the photos on the product page for the Zed-6.

Q: 6. How many rack spaces are needed for these?

A: The Allen & Heath 19 Rack Ear Kit is used to mount the Qu-16 Digital Mixer in a standard 19 rack. Rack mounted the QU-16 requires 11 spaces.

Q: 7. Is there a Windows 10 app. To control it using a surface pro? Or is it iPad only?

A: Currently, the Qu-Pad app is available only for iOS for the Apple iPad.

Q: 8. Does this have Bus ?

A: The QU16 has robust mix-bus options, and in addition to the main left/right FOH mix there are 10 other output buses and two dedicated effects buses.

Q: 9. How do i coonect the A&H with the AB168? need a Cat-6 cable

A: The AB168 will connect to the Qu-16 with Cat5 cable.

Q: 10. I'm interested in buying the zed 6 to add more preamps to my soundcard. Can I send the xlr outputs of the zed-6 to line inputs of my soundcard? Will I have a loss in quality?

A: The XLR line level outputs of the mixer can be sent to your sound card wihout loss of quality.