Allen & Heath SQ-7 User Manual

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The Sound of Speed

The Mixing Experience

96kHz digital mixers for live sound, AV and installation.

SQ sets a new standard for compact digital mixers, with

the fastest workflow in the industry, 12 stereo mixes

+LR for ample IEM capability and comprehensive audio

networking, remote I/O and recording options. Built on

our latest generation 96kHz FPGA XCVI core, it delivers

pristine high-resolution audio quality, an ultra-low latency

of <0.7ms, variable bit depth for optimised dynamic

range, and the sheer power to embed our acclaimed

DEEP plugins into all 48 input channels and all mixes.

We think that you should decide how the mixer

operates, not the other way around. That’s why

we’ve packed SQ with options that let you design

your own workflows. Channels and mixes can be

individually dragged and dropped to any strip,

with custom naming and colour coding on the

displays, so you’re in full control of the layout. All

models feature assignable SoftKeys and SQ-6 and

SQ-7 offer Soft Rotaries with LCD displays, so you

get to choose which functions you always want at

your fingertips. Each strip features our patented

Chromatic Channel Metering system, giving at-a-

glance level indication using variable brightness

and colour. A ‘channel to all’ mix button instantly

accesses all send levels and assignments for the

selected channel.

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Flexible Multitrack Recording

The integrated SQ-Drive makes it quick and easy to

capture a 96kHz multitrack or stereo recording of the

show direct to a USB key or drive. No software setup,

no soundcard driver issues and no extra laptop to bring

to the performance. SQ-Drive is also a smart way to

manage walk-in music.

Also provided is a built-in 32x32 96kHz audio interface

for multitrack recording, backing tracks or virtual

soundcheck applications. The interface is Core Audio

and ASIO compliant and comes complete with MIDI

and DAW control capabilities.

DEEP Processing

Expandable up to 48 mics

SQ’s DEEP processing architecture allows owners to hand-

pick boutique compressor and preamp emulations to suit their

style and needs.

DEEP plugins can be embedded directly within the mixer’s

inputs and mix channels, all without adding system latency or

setup hassles.

Browse the available DEEP plugins at: shop.allen-heath.com.

RackExtra FX

Thanks to its SLink intelligent port, SQ can be

expanded up to a total of 48 mic inputs via a

family of 96kHz and 48kHz rack and stage box

expanders (e.g. AB168, AR2412, AR84 and

DX168), making it a flexible solution for owners of

other Allen & Heath digital systems. You can even

connect to another SQ, Qu or dLive system for two

way audio patching.

Allen & Heath has a well-earned reputation for

crafting FX emulations that rival the very best

plug-ins, but with none of the associated hassle.

SQ is armed with 8 stereo FX engines and features

the acclaimed RackExtra library of emulations of

legendary classic reverbs, gated reverbs, delays,

modulators and more.

All FX have dedicated stereo returns so you don’t

need to waste input channels.

Advanced AMM

SQ’s advanced automatic mic mixers (AMMs)

make it a natural choice for mixing conferences,

panel talks and TV shows. They’re fully integrated

in the mixer too, with no extra latency, so you

don’t need to route the audio to an internal

DSP rack or an external plugin system. Two fully

independent 24 channel AMMs can be utilised

for two separate zones or combined into a single

48 channel AMM for larger events.