Allen & Heath Qu-32C Chrome Edition 32-Channel Digital Mixer

Description

Allen & Heath Qu-32C Chrome Edition 32-Channel Digital Mixer

The Allen & Heath Qu-32C Chrome Edition is a premium 32-channel digital mixer designed for professional audio applications, combining innovative design, robust features, and exceptional sound quality. Built with user-friendly operation in mind, it offers direct multitrack recording to USB, intuitive controls via its touchscreen and SuperStrip layout, and seamless wireless mixing through its Qu-Pad app. Perfect for live events, recording, and AV installations, the Qu-32C is a powerful choice for both seasoned professionals and newcomers transitioning from analog systems.

Features

Audio Quality

• AnalogiQ™ Preamps: 32 recallable preamps with ultra-low noise, warm analog sound, and precision gain control.
• RackFX Engines: 4 stereo FX engines with emulations of classic reverbs, delays, modulators, and more.

Mixing Control

• One Channel, One Fader: Dedicated motorized faders for all mono channels and fewer fader layers for a streamlined workflow.
• Touchscreen Interface: 800x480 color touchscreen for fast access to settings, FX racks, scenes, and more.
• SuperStrip: Single-function physical controls for gain, EQ, compression, and other channel parameters.
• Custom Layers: User-definable fader layout for quick access to frequently used channels or groups.

Recording and Connectivity

• Qu-Drive: Integrated 18-channel multitrack USB recorder for direct recording/playback.
• USB Audio Interface: 32×32 streaming to Mac/PC with plug-and-play support for DAWs like Logic, Pro Tools, and Cubase.
• Qu Ecosystem: Compatible with dSNAKE remote I/O, ME personal mixers, and Qu apps for wireless control.

Advanced Features

• Automatic Mic Mixing (AMM): Dynamically balances up to 16 microphones for conferences and panel discussions.
• ProFactory Mic Presets: EQ presets from Audio-Technica, Shure, and Sennheiser for quick and optimized setups.
• Matrix Mixes: 2 stereo matrix outputs for zone mixing, broadcast feeds, or delay stacks with independent GEQ and delay.

Built for Versatility

• Scenes and Safes: Save up to 100 mix snapshots with selective overwrite protection.
• Flexible Outputs: 4 stereo groups, 10 mixes, and main LR outputs for comprehensive sound management.
• Mac and Windows DAW Integration: MIDI control over USB with support for HUI and Mackie Control protocols.

Specifications

• Inputs: 32 mono (XLR/TRS), 3 stereo (TRS)
• Outputs: 4 stereo groups, 10 mixes, 2 stereo matrixes, main LR
• Recording: 18-channel Qu-Drive, stereo USB recording/playback
• Control: Motorized faders, touchscreen, SuperStrip controls
• Compatibility: Qu apps, ME personal mixers, DAWs (Mac/Windows)