The Allen & Heath SQ-6 is a professional 96kHz digital mixing console designed for live sound, theatre, corporate events, houses of worship, and monitor mixing applications. Powered by Allen & Heath’s XCVI FPGA processing engine, the SQ-6 delivers high-resolution audio, ultra-low latency, and extensive onboard processing in a compact and flexible format.
Audio Engine & Processing
Powered by Allen & Heath’s 96kHz XCVI FPGA core
Ultra-low latency of less than 0.7ms
High-resolution audio processing with variable bit depth
Sample-accurate mix coherency across the console
Designed to handle high channel counts and intensive processing loads
Mixing & Channel Capacity
48 input channels
25 motorised faders across 6 layers
12 stereo mixes configurable as auxes or groups
3 stereo matrix outputs
16 onboard mic preamps
Flexible channel assignment with drag-and-drop workflow
Effects & Processing
8 stereo FX engines with dedicated stereo return channels
Includes Allen & Heath RackExtra FX library featuring:Reverbs
Gated reverbs
Delays
Modulation effects
DEEP Processing ready for premium compressor and preamp emulations
DEEP plugins integrate directly into channels without added latency
Monitoring & IEM Applications
Well suited for in-ear monitoring systems
12 stereo mixes provide extensive monitor flexibility
Parametric and graphic EQ available on every mix bus
Compact and rugged design ideal for touring monitor rigs
Recording & USB Audio
Integrated SQ-Drive for direct multitrack or stereo recording to USB
Built-in 32x32 USB audio interface operating at 96kHz
Supports:Multitrack recording
Virtual soundcheck
Playback integration
DAW control
Core Audio and ASIO compatible
Expansion & Networking
Expandable up to 48 microphone inputs using Allen & Heath stage boxes
SLink intelligent port supports:AB168
AR2412
AR84
DX168
Other Allen & Heath systems
Compatible with Dante and Waves networking via optional expansion cards
Can integrate with SQ or dLive systems for larger deployments
Automatic Mic Mixing
Integrated Advanced Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM)
Ideal for:Conferences
Panel discussions
Corporate events
Broadcast environments
No additional DSP or external plugins required
User Interface & Workflow
7-inch high-resolution capacitive touchscreen
Illuminated rotary encoders for hands-on control
Customisable channel layouts with colour coding and naming
Allen & Heath Chromatic metering system for fast visual feedback
Dedicated physical controls for key functions
Construction & Design
Heavy-duty all-metal chassis
Extruded aluminium light bar construction
Designed for demanding touring and live production environments
Key Features
96kHz FPGA processing engine
48 input channels
25 faders across 6 layers
12 stereo mixes + LR
3 stereo matrix outputs
8 stereo FX engines with dedicated returns
DEEP Processing support
32x32 USB audio interface
SQ-Drive USB recording
AES output
16 assignable SoftKeys
4 assignable Soft Rotaries
Channel LCD displays
SLink expansion and networking support

