{"id":6710,"date":"2025-11-11T05:48:23","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T05:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/singaporeproaudio.com\/php1\/?post_type=product&p=6710"},"modified":"2026-02-19T02:55:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T02:55:44","slug":"allen-heath-sq-5-220x","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/singaporeproaudio.com\/php1\/product\/allen-heath-sq-5-220x\/","title":{"rendered":"Allen & Heath SQ-5\/220X"},"content":{"rendered":"

Powered by Allen & Heath\u2019s revolutionary XCVI 96kHz FPGA engine, SQ-5 is built for professionals in the most demanding live sound applications. Delivering class-leading high resolution audio with an ultra-low <0.7ms latency, the SQ-5 gives you unrivalled power and audio fidelity. The mixer has 16 onboard preamps and 8 stereo FX engines with dedicated return channels and access to the acclaimed RackExtra FX library. 12 stereo mixes (configurable as groups or auxes) make SQ the perfect companion for in-ear monitoring setups, whilst Automatic Mic Mixing*<\/sup>\u00a0takes the strain in multi-mic environments. SQ-5 gives you all the tools to meet any requirement, from AV and corporate events to live productions and houses of worship.<\/p>\n

96kHz XCVI Core<\/h3>\n

SQ is a future-proofed, next-generation console, powered by Allen & Heath\u2019s 96kHz XCVI FPGA engine. XCVI delivers class-leading high resolution audio quality, ultra-low latency of <0.7ms, variable bit depth for ultimate precision and noise performance, mix coherency down to the sample, and the sheer power to handle high channel \/ mix counts and ample FX \/ processing.<\/p>\n

DEEP processing ready<\/h3>\n

SQ\u2019s 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\u2019s inputs and mix channels, all without adding system latency or setup hassles.<\/p>\n

The Ultimate IEM Mixer<\/h3>\n

With no less than 12 stereo mixes, super-low latency, and both parametric and graphic EQ on every mix, SQ is the perfect companion for in-ear monitoring setups. SQ\u2019s airline-friendly compactness and rugged build quality mean there\u2019s no reason to gamble on house monitor consoles again.<\/p>\n

Expandable up to 48 mics<\/h3>\n

SQ-5 has all the onboard I\/O you need for standalone operation. Thanks to its SLink intelligent port, SQ can also 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, mix \u2018n\u2019 match solution for owners of other Allen & Heath digital systems. You can also link your SQ directly to another SQ or even a dLive system.<\/p>\n

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Dante, Waves and more<\/h3>\n

SQ is the centrepiece of a growing ecosystem of apps, expanders, audio networking, personal mixers and more, allowing you to connect, adapt and expand to your heart\u2019s content. It\u2019s compatible with leading audio networking standards too \u2013 add an audio networking card such as Dante or Waves to SQ\u2019s I\/O port and you\u2019re ready to integrate with installed systems, provide a digital FoH \/ Monitor split and more.<\/p>\n

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Flexible multitrack recording<\/h3>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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Also provided is a built-in 32\u00d732 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.<\/p>\n

Advanced AMM<\/h3>\n

SQ\u2019s advanced automatic mic mixer (AMM) features make it a natural choice for mixing conferences, panel talks and TV shows. It\u2019s fully integrated in the mixer too, with no extra latency, so you don\u2019t need to route the audio to an internal DSP rack or an external plugin system.<\/p>\n

Designed for the pro<\/h3>\n

We know that the live environment can be tough on gear \u2013 that\u2019s why we devised our most punishing regime of testing and retesting yet for SQ. From its 3-tier, all metal chassis to its extruded aluminium light bar, SQ has tremendous strength and rigidity underlying its good looks.<\/p>\n

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The Mixing Experience<\/h3>\n

With each new design, the Allen & Heath team strives to get closer to the ultimate mixing experience. SQ\u2019s dashboard is centred around a high-res 7\u201d capacitive touchscreen, framed by an array of high-grip, illuminating encoders to create an intuitive, integrated blend of clear visual feedback and immediate, hands-on control. Channels and mixes can be dragged and dropped to any strip, with custom naming and colour coding on the colour strip displays, allowing you to build a mixing environment that mirrors your own workflow. Each strip features our patented Chromatic channel metering system, giving you at-a-glance level indication thanks to LEDs with variable brightness and colour.<\/p>\n

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SQ MixPad App<\/h3>\n

The SQ MixPad app is available for free on iOS and Android platforms, providing wireless control of the main mixing functions. This enables the engineer to mix from different listening positions, set up monitor mixes from the stage, or just add extra local control.<\/p>\n

All you need is an iPad or Android device and a wireless router.<\/p>\n

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RackExtra FX<\/h3>\n

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\u2019t need to waste input channels.<\/p>\n

ME Personal Mixing System<\/h3>\n

SQ is fully compatible with the ME Personal Mixing System, allowing the performers to take control of their own monitor mixes. Any number of ME-1 and ME-500 personal mixers can be daisy-chained from the mixer\u2019s SLink port, or from a connected remote expander.<\/p>\n

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Specifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Mic\/Line Inputs<\/td>\nMic\/Line Inputs: Balanced XLR, fully recallable
\nInput Sensitivity: -60 to +0 dBu
\nSwitchable Pad: -20 dB
\nAnalog Gain: 0 to +60 dB, 1 dB steps
\nMaximum Input Level: +30 dBu
\nInput Impedance: >5 kOhms
\nTHD+N, Unity Gain (0 dB): 0.002% -92 dBu (20 Hz – 20 kHz, AES direct out, @ 0 dBu 1 kHz)
\nTHD+N, Mid-Gain (+30 dB): 0.003% -91 dBu (20 Hz – 20 kHz, AES direct out, @ -30 dBu input 1 kHz)
\nPhantom Power +48V (+3V \/ -2V)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stereo Line Inputs<\/td>\nST1, ST2 Connectors: Balanced, 1\/4″ \/ 6.35 mm TRS
\nST3 Connector: Unbalanced, stereo 1\/8″ \/ 3.5 mm
\nInput Sensitivity (ST1, ST2 \/ ST3): Nominal +4 dBu ST1, ST2 \/ 0 dBu ST3
\nTrim: +\/-24 dB
\nMaximum Input Level (ST1,ST2 \/ ST3): +22 dBu \/ +18 dBu
\nInput Impedance: >7 kOhms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Analog Outputs<\/td>\nOutputs 1-12: Balanced, XLR
\nOutputs A and B: Balanced 1\/4″ \/ 6.35 mm TRS
\nSource: Patchable
\nOutput Impedance: <75 Ohms
\nNominal Output: +4 dBu = 0 dB meter reading
\nMaximum Output Level: +22 dBu
\nResidual Output Noise: -90 dBu (muted, 20 Hz to 20 kHz)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AES Digital Audio Outputs<\/td>\nAES Digital Output: Balanced XLR, 2 channel
\n96 kHz sampling rate (default with SRC bypassed)
\nSwitchable Output Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2 (96 kHz)
\n2.5 Vpp balanced terminated 110 Ohms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Network Connections<\/td>\nConnection Neutrik EtherCON (RJ45)
\ndsnake mode (48 kHz devices)*: 64 channels assignable, compatible with AR2412, AR84, AB168, ME
\ndx mode (96 kHz Devices): 32 channels assignable*, compatible with DX168
\ngigaACE (96 kHz Devices): 128 channels assignable, compatible with dLive, SQ and DXHub*
\nInputs: Fully patchable
\nOutputs: Fully patchable
\nSync\/SRC: Assignable as master audio sync for all modes*SRC 64 channel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
I\/O Expansion Module<\/td>\nMulti-channel IO option module
\nInputs: Fully patchable
\nOutputs: Fully patchable
\nSync\/SRC assignable as master audio sync<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Audio Specifications<\/td>\nMeasured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 0 dB gain, 0 dBu input<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dynamic Range<\/td>\n112 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Frequency Response<\/td>\n20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0\/-0.5 dB)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Headroom<\/td>\n+18 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Operating Level<\/td>\nInternal Operating Level: 0 dBu<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
THD+N<\/td>\nTHD+N, Mic\/Line Routed to Main L\/R Out: Unity gain faders @ 0 dB, 0.006%, -84 dBu (20 Hz to 20 kHz)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DBFS Alignment<\/td>\n+18 dBu = 0 dBFS (+22 dBu at XLR output)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Metering Accuracy<\/td>\nMeter Calibration: 0 dB meter = -18 dBFS (+4 dBu at XLR out)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Metering<\/td>\nMain Meter Type: 2 x 12 segment, fast (peak) response
\nChannel Meter Type: Single point metering, fully programmable color\/brightness
\nPeak Indication: -3 dBFS (+19 dBu at XLR out), multi-point sensing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sampling Rate<\/td>\n96 kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bit Depth<\/td>\nUses XCVI core custom bit widths in algorithms, up to 96-bit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Latency<\/td>\n<0.7 ms, local mic input routed to main L\/R. (direct, no EQ\/ effects)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Faders<\/td>\n3.9″ \/ 100.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Touch Screen<\/td>\n7.0″ \/ 177.8 mm, capacitive, 800 x 480 resolution, 24-bit RGB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Softkeys<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Groups<\/td>\nMute Groups: 8
\nDCA Groups: 8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Network<\/td>\nTCP\/IP Ethernet for MIDI and control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MIDI<\/td>\nTCP\/IP and USB Type-B<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Footswitch<\/td>\nSingle or dual, momentary or latching<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Source<\/td>\nChannels 1-48: Fully patchable
\nGlobal Source: SQ-Drive or USB Type-B streaming<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Polarity<\/td>\nNormal\/inverted<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trim<\/td>\n-24 to +24 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
High Pass Filter<\/td>\n12 dB\/octave 20 Hz to 2 kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Insert<\/td>\nInsert (Pre EQ\/Comp): Fully patchable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delay<\/td>\nUp to 341 ms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gate<\/td>\nGate: Patchable sidechain
\nSidechain Filter: Hi-pass (20 to 5 kHz), Band-pass (120 Hz to 10 kHz), Lo-pass (120 Hz to 20 kHz)
\nThreshold \/ Depth: -72 dBu to +18 dBu \/ 0 to 60 dB
\nAttack \/ Hold \/ Release: 50 \u03bcs to 300 ms \/ 10 ms to 5 seconds \/ 10 ms to 1 second<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Parametric Equalizer<\/td>\nPEQ: 4-band fully parametric, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, &plusmn;15 dB
\nBand 1, Band 4: Selectable shelving (Baxandall), bell
\nBand 2, Band 3: Bell
\nBell Width: Variable Q, 1.5 to 1\/9th octave<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Compressor<\/td>\nCompressor: Patchable sidechain
\nSidechain Filter: Hi-pass (20 to 5 kHz), Band-pass (120 Hz to 10 kHz), Lo-pass (120 Hz to 20 kHz), Q=1
\nThreshold \/ Ratio: -46 dBu to 18 dBu \/ 1:1 to infinity
\nAttack \/ Release: 30 \u03bcs to 300 ms \/ 50 ms to 2 seconds
\nKnee: Soft\/hard
\nDetector Response: Peak\/RMS switchable
\nParallel Path Compression: Dry\/wet -infin to 0 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Channel Direct Out<\/td>\nFollow fader, mute, mute group, DCA (global all channels)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Source Selection<\/td>\nPost-Preamp, Post-HPF, Post Gate, Insert Return, M Post PEQ, Post Comp, Post Delay
\nTrim: -\u221e to 10 dB per channel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Insert<\/td>\nInsert (Pre EQ\/Comp): Fully patchable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delay<\/td>\nUp to 682 ms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graphic Equalizer<\/td>\n28 bands 31 Hz to 16 kHz, \u00b112 dB gain, constant 1\/3 octave<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
FX<\/td>\nInternal FX: 8 x RackFX engine, Send>Return or Inserted (4 dedicated fx bus)
\nTypes: SMR Reverb, StereoTap Delay, Gated Reverb, ADT, BlueChorus, Symphonic Chorus, Flanger, Phaser
\n8 x Dedicated Stereo FX Returns: Fader, Pan, Mute, Routing to Mix\/LR, 4-Band PEQ<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PAFL<\/td>\nPFL or stereo in-place AFL, 0 to -24 dB trim, PAFL
\nDelay up to 682 ms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Talkback<\/td>\nDedicated input, assignable to any mix, Gain, Pad, 48 V, 12 dB\/oct HPF<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Signal Generator<\/td>\nAssignable to any mix, (sine\/white\/pink\/bandpass noise)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
RTA Real Time Analyzer<\/td>\n31-bands, 1\/3 octave 20 Hz to 20 kHz, follows PAFL source<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recorder<\/td>\nSQ-Drive: USB Type-A
\nStereo Record: 2-channel, WAV, 96 kHz, 24-bit, source fully patchable
\nStereo Playback: 1\/2-channel, WAV, 44.1, 48, 96 kHz, 16-\/24-bit, source fully patchable
\nMultitrack Record: 16-channel, WAV, 96 kHz, 24-bit, track sources fully patchable
\nMultitrack Playback: 16-channel, WAV, 96 kHz, 24-bit fully patchable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
USB Audio<\/td>\nUSB Audio Streaming:\u00a0 USB Type-B, Core Audio compliant, ASIO\/WDM for Windows
\nSend (Upstream): 32-channel, 96 kHz, 24-bit
\nReturn (Downstream): 32-channel, 96 kHz, 24-bit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power<\/td>\n100 to 240 VAC, 50 \/ 60 Hz
\nMaximum Power Consumption:<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Operating Temperature<\/td>\n32 to 104\u00b0F \/ 0 to 40\u00b0C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions (W \u00d7 H \u00d7 D)<\/td>\n17.3 x 20.3 x 7.8″ \/ 440.0 x 514.9 x 198.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/td>\n10.5 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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