Allen & Heath CQ-18T - The most complete and versatile 96 kHz digital mixer of the CQ series
The Allen & Heath CQ-18T is the largest model of the range, a Compact 96 kHz digital mixer thought to meet the needs of Live Groups, Rehearsal Rooms, Home Studios, Content Designers, Audio / Video Captures and Corporate Applications. It combines the power of Allen & Heath treatment with a smart mixing approach: fast, assisted and remarkable accuracy.
In philosophy "Mix Smarter. Work Faster. SOUND BETTER.", The Allen & Heath CQ-18T embarks the best support tools: the Gain assistant for reliable automatic gain settings, and the Assistant Feedback able to eliminate the Larsens thanks to Up to 16 filters by exit. Each source is secure and optimized, even in demanding environments.
As on the rest of the range, each channel can switch between Quick Channel (Express setting via a single encoder) and Complete Channel (Detailed control of each parameter). The CQ-18T also takes advantage of a new generation of effects: reverbs, delays, high quality modulations, dedicated presets and algorithms FX Assist which dynamically adapt the effects to the incoming signal for a rendering always mastered.
With a 7 '' Capacitive Touch Screen, a wide encoder, 3 softrilia and 3 customizable softkeys, navigation is fluid and immediate. Wi-Fi Built-in double band allows use without external router, and the application CQ MIXPAD Provides remote control from anywhere in the room.
On the record, the CQ-18T goes further than the other models: USB-B interface 24 × 22recording SD multichannel up to 24 tracks, reading / record in USB-A, built-in Bluetooth, not to mention its two outings headphones independent - Ideal for portable production setups.
With its 16 micro / line entries + TRS stereo input, his Main XLR outputs, his 6 TRS outputs for returns, his 4 DCAS, his 4 Mute Groups and especially his AMM (Automatic MIC Mixer) Accessible on all channels, the CQ-18T is essential as one of the most powerful and versatile compact mixers on the market.
Features and features:
- Quality Audio & Process : 96 kHz digital engine, new effects algorithms, high resolution internal treatment, 4 FX engines.
- Channel modes : Quick Channels for fast or complete channel settings for detailed control.
- Smart assistants :
- Gain assistant - Automatic gain adjustment + level monitoring.
- Assistant Feedback - up to 16 anti-larger filters by exit.
- AMM (Automatic MIC Mixer) - Ideal for conferences, debates, podcasts and speeches.
- Embedded effects : 4 FX engines, reverberations, delays, modulations, instruments presets, FX Assist For intelligent dynamic treatment.
- Recording & Reading :
- USB-B interface 24 × 22 (48/96 kHz)
- Registration SD multichannel 16 tracks at 96 kHz or 24 trails at 48 kHz
- Play / Recording USB-A (stereo)
- Dedicated Bluetooth reading
- MultiTrack recording ready for streaming and production
- Input connectivity and output :
- 8 XLR entries micro / line
- 8 COMBI XLR / TRS entries
- Stereo input TRS
- 2 XLR Hand L / R Outputs
- 6 TRS outputs (Returns / Auxiliary)
- 2 outputs headphones stereo assignable individually
- Control & ergonomics : 7 '' touch screen, rotary encoder, 3 Softrieces + 3 configurable softkeys, Built-in double band, RJ45 port.
- Advanced mix functions : 4 DCAS, 4 Mute Groups, Footswitch Simple / Double, advanced multichannel management.
- Formats & Connectivity : USB-A, USB-B, SD, Bluetooth, RJ45 Network, Integrated Wi-Fi - No router needed.
- Design : Compact format, Rackable (optional kit), power source 12 V external.
Key Points:
- 96 kHz digital mixer 96 kHz most complete in the CQ series with 7 '' touch.
- 16 micro / line entries + TRS stereo input : Ideal for groups, captures and facilities.
- Built-in double-band wi-fi - No need for router.
- Wizard Gain & Feedback Assistant For a quick and safe setup.
- 4 effect engines New generation with FX Assist.
- Multichannel recording 24 × 22 via USB-B + SD MultiTrack.
- Bluetooth reading Integrated stereo USB.
- AMM on all channels For spoken voice and conferences.
- 6 auxiliary outputs + 2 outputs headphones independent : Perfect for groups.
- 4 DCAS & 4 MUTE Groups For a simplified and efficient mix.
