The Allen & Heath Qu-16 is a compact professional digital mixer designed for live sound, studio recording, streaming, corporate AV, and houses of worship. Combining intuitive hands-on control with powerful onboard processing and class-leading audio quality, the Qu-16 is an ideal solution for users transitioning from analogue to digital mixing workflows.
Key Features
Professional digital mixing console
Designed for:Live events
Theatre productions
Studio recording
Livestreaming
Corporate AV
Houses of worship
Compact and intuitive workflow
Excellent option for analogue-to-digital upgrades
Mixing Architecture
Inputs:16 mono channels
3 stereo channels
Mix outputs:4 mono mixes
3 stereo mixes
LR main mix
Dedicated fader per mono input channel for fast operation
Reduced reliance on layered workflows for simpler mixing
Audio Interface & Recording
Integrated 24×22 USB audio interface
Suitable for:Multitrack recording
Playback
Virtual soundcheck
Streaming applications
USB audio connectivity for Mac and Windows systems
User Interface
Full-colour touchscreen interface
Dedicated rotary encoder for fast parameter adjustment
SuperStrip control section provides direct access to:Gain
High-pass filter
4-band parametric EQ
Gate
Compressor
Graphic EQ
Pan
Intuitive layout designed for fast live operation
Processing & Effects
Comprehensive onboard channel processing
Built-in FX engines and RackExtra effects
Real-time metering and RTA views
Scene recall and setup management
Expansion & Connectivity
Compatible with Allen & Heath remote expanders and stageboxes
Flexible digital audio integration options
Designed for scalable live and installed sound systems
Applications
Live sound reinforcement
Theatre and school productions
Corporate presentations
Streaming and hybrid events
Studio recording
Houses of worship
Education and training environments
Design & Workflow
User-friendly interface for engineers transitioning from analogue consoles
Fast access to commonly used controls
Compact footprint suitable for portable and installed applications
Professional-grade Allen & Heath audio quality throughout

