{"product_id":"allen-heath-ah-sq-5-plus-allen-heath-sq5-rackultra-fx","title":"Allen \u0026 Heath AH-SQ-5-PLUS – SQ5+ 48-Channel Digital Mixer, RackUltra FX","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Allen \u0026amp; Heath SQ5+ digital mixer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Allen \u0026amp; Heath SQ5+ (AH-SQ-5-PLUS) is a compact 48-channel, 96kHz digital mixer with 17 motorised faders, 16 onboard mic preamps and four built-in RackUltra FX engines. It is the smallest frame in the SQ+ range and can be fitted in a 19-inch rack with the optional kit, so the same 48-channel digital mixer serves fixed installations, houses of worship and touring live sound. SQ+ keeps the XCVI core and sub-0.7 ms latency of the original SQ while adding more processing per channel, a larger touchscreen and flagship-tier effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does the Allen \u0026amp; Heath SQ5+ work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its heart is Allen \u0026amp; Heath's 96kHz XCVI FPGA core, mixing 48 input channels to 44 busses: 12 stereo or mono aux\/group mixes plus main LR, 6 linkable matrix mixes and dedicated FX sends. Every input carries HPF, gate\/expander with sidechain, a freely patchable insert, 4-band parametric EQ with RTA, a peak\/RMS compressor and delay, and every mix carries GEQ, PEQ, compression and delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEight RackExtra FX engines with dedicated stereo returns are joined by four RackUltra FX engines, each with dedicated stereo sends and returns. First developed for dLive, RackUltra FX add-ons include Spaces and Plate reverbs, vocal tuning and pitch tools, harmonisers, saturation and amp modelling. DEEP processing models add classic compressor, preamp and EQ emulations inside channel strips with no added latency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor AV and conference work, two 24-channel automatic mic mixers (or one 48-channel AMM) handle panel discussions and spoken-word events. Connectivity includes a 128x128 SLink port for Allen \u0026amp; Heath expanders and ME personal monitoring, a 64x64 I\/O port for Dante, MADI or Waves cards, USB-A for stereo and multitrack recording, and a USB-B 32x32 audio interface. Control comes from the 9-inch capacitive touchscreen, the surface, or free apps for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android, and SQ+ 4You lets up to 8 performers mix their own monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features of the Allen \u0026amp; Heath SQ5+?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96kHz XCVI core\u003c\/strong\u003e — 48 input channels to 44 busses with latency under 0.7 ms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour RackUltra FX engines\u003c\/strong\u003e — dLive-class reverbs, vocal and pitch processing with dedicated sends and returns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight RackExtra FX engines\u003c\/strong\u003e — Classic reverbs, delays and modulation, each with a dedicated stereo return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDEEP processing ready\u003c\/strong\u003e — Embedded compressor, preamp and GEQ models on every channel with no added latency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e17 motorised faders\u003c\/strong\u003e — Six customisable layers and 8 assignable SoftKeys for hands-on control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic mic mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two 24-channel or one 48-channel AMM for conferences and broadcast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e — 128x128 SLink plus a 64x64 I\/O port for Dante, MADI or Waves cards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB recording\u003c\/strong\u003e — Multitrack to USB drive and a 32x32 USB-B audio interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack-mountable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optional 19-inch kit for fixed installs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser permissions\u003c\/strong\u003e — Up to 10 users with restricted access for volunteer or rental operators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is the Allen \u0026amp; Heath SQ5+ typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuditorium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-purpose room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-hands room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:280px;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:40%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:60%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96kHz XCVI FPGA, latency under 0.7 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eInput channels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMixes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 aux\/group + main LR, 6 matrix, 4 FX sends, 4 RackUltra FX sends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eLocal inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 XLR mic\/line + 1 XLR talkback, 2 stereo line inputs (TRS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eLocal outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 XLR + 2 TRS, 1 AES3 stereo out, headphone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eExpansion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128x128 SLink (EtherCON), 64x64 I\/O port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-A record\/playback; USB-B 32x32 audio interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eFX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 RackExtra FX + 4 RackUltra FX engines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eFaders \/ SoftKeys\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 x 100 mm motorised, 6 layers \/ 8 SoftKeys\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eTouchscreen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9-inch capacitive, 1024 x 600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMic preamp gain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 dB, -20 dB pad, +48V phantom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eScenes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 per show\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100-240V AC, 50\/60 Hz, 95 W max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440 W x 514.9 D x 198 H mm \/ 17.3 x 20.3 x 7.8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.2 kg \/ 24.7 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does the SQ5+ differ from the original SQ-5?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SQ5+ keeps the 48-channel XCVI core of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/allen-heath-sq-5-48-channel-36-bus-digital-mixer-with-16-1-motorized-faders\"\u003eSQ-5\u003c\/a\u003e and adds four RackUltra FX engines, more processing power per channel and a larger touchscreen with a refreshed interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the SQ5+ be rack mounted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The SQ5+ has fixing points for an optional 19-inch rack kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the SQ5+ work with Dante?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Fit an SQ Dante option card such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/allen-heath-ah-qu-16c-rackmountable-digital-mixer-chrome-edition\"\u003eAH-M-SQ-SDANTE64-A\u003c\/a\u003e in the I\/O port for Dante networking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan performers control their own monitor mixes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. SQ+ 4You supports up to 8 performers on iOS or Android, and SLink connects to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/allen-heath-ah-me-1-personal-monitor-mixer\"\u003eME-1 personal mixer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the SQ5+ suitable for conference and AV events?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its automatic mic mixers handle up to 48 spoken-word channels, and remote apps allow control from anywhere in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty and support are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllen \u0026amp; Heath backs every SQ+ with a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Creation Networks designs, installs and supports complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/collections\/allen-heath\"\u003eAllen \u0026amp; Heath\u003c\/a\u003e systems nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Heath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68085049917676,"sku":"AH-SQ-5-PLUS","price":4999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/SQ5-Top-1.jpg?v=1793872573","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/allen-heath-ah-sq-5-plus-allen-heath-sq5-rackultra-fx","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}