Allen & Heath Qu-3D 36-Channel 96 kHz Digital Mixer with Dante

Desktop Precision Meets 96 kHz Dante Power

The Allen & Heath Qu-3D redefines compact digital mixing by bringing the uncompromised audio engine of touring consoles straight to your desktop. Engineered for sound engineers, corporate AV specialists, podcasters, broadcast operators, and touring musicians who require world-class processing in space-restricted environments, the Qu-3D combines a 36-channel mixing architecture with pristine 96 kHz resolution and native Dante networking. Whether managing complex live panels, multi-track recording sessions, or networked broadcast feeds, this ultra-compact workhorse delivers effortless control and professional sonic fidelity without occupying valuable studio or front-of-house real estate.

Next-Generation 96 kHz XCVI Core with Unmatched Transparency
At the heart of the Qu-3D is Allen & Heath's proprietary 96 kHz XCVI FPGA core. Delivering an ultra-low latency of under 0.7 ms, this advanced engine captures every subtle transient with surgical precision and expansive analogue-style warmth. Paired with 16 studio-grade digitally controlled microphone preamplifiers and high-performance 96 kHz AD/DA converters, the mixer provides vast dynamic headroom and exceptional signal transparency, ensuring your mix remains open, detailed, and completely uncoloured.

Seamless Audio-over-IP Integration via Native Dante
Designed for modern networked environments, the Qu-3D features an onboard 16x16 48/96 kHz Dante interface complete with a locking etherCON connector. This enables instant, single-cable integration into existing Dante audio networks, connecting seamlessly to networked stage boxes, ceiling microphones, and computer recording rigs. For growing productions, the Dante channel count can be upgraded to 32x32, while an integrated Control Network Bridge allows network management and console remote control over a single connection.

Intelligent Assistive Algorithms for Flawless Workflows
Mixing complex sessions is faster and stress-free thanks to built-in smart management tools inherited from Allen & Heath’s acclaimed CQ and dLive lines. An integrated 32-channel Automatic Microphone Mixer (AMM) automatically manages speech levels across multi-mic panel discussions with zero added latency. Meanwhile, automated Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant systems continuously monitor input levels and deploy up to 16 surgical notch filters per output, preventing unexpected clipping and eliminating acoustic feedback before it starts.

Main features:

• 36 mixing channels including 32 mono or linkable channels and 2 stereo line inputs
• 24 output channels configured across 12 individual mixes (6 mono/linkable Aux/Group and 6 stereo Aux/Group) plus 4 mono/linkable Matrix buses
• 9 smooth 100 mm motorised faders providing tactile control across 6 fully customisable fader layers
• Vibrant 7-inch capacitive touchscreen angled ergonomically for desktop and console-top visibility
• 16 local XLR/TRS combo inputs with digitally controlled recallable mic preamps
• Built-in 16x16 48/96 kHz Dante interface with locking etherCON port (expandable to 32x32)
• 32x32 USB-C audio interface for seamless multi-channel DAW recording and computer playback
• Onboard SD card multitrack recorder supporting 16x16 audio at 96 kHz or 32x32 audio at 48 kHz
• 128x128 SLink port enabling plug-and-play connection to Allen & Heath Everything I/O expanders and stage boxes
• 6 dedicated Multi-FX engines with stereo return channels, plus readiness for DEEP Processing models and RackExtra FX plug-ins
• Built-in 32-channel Automatic Microphone Mixer (AMM) tailored for speech and conference applications
• Automated Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant with up to 16 filters per output
• 8 assignable SoftKeys and single/dual footswitch connectivity for custom action triggers
• Dedicated channel strip displays with configurable chromatic LED level metering
• Full remote control support via free apps for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android (Qu-MixPad and Qu4You)
• 19-inch rackmountable design using an optional rack ear kit

Tech Specs:

• Product Tpye: 96 kHz Desktop Digital Mixing Console with Dante
• Mixing Channels: 36 Inputs to Mix (32 Mono/Linkable + 2 Stereo Line)
• Output Buses: 24 Outputs (12 Aux/Group Mixes, 4 Matrices, Stereo Main LR)
• Processing Engine: 96 kHz XCVI FPGA Core
• System Latency: < 0.7 ms (Input to Output)
• Local Inputs: 16 x XLR/TRS Combo (Mic/Line), 1 x Stereo Line (2 x 1/4" TRS)
• Local Outputs: 8 x XLR (Outputs 7/8 double as Main LR), 1 x AES3 Digital XLR
• Headphone Output: 1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Jack
• Faders: 9 x 100 mm Motorised Faders (8 Channel + 1 Master)
• Touchscreen Display: 7-inch Capacitive Touchscreen (1000 nits brightness)
• Fader Layers: 6 Customisable Layers
• Dante Networking: Onboard 16x16 at 48/96 kHz via Locking etherCON (Optional 32x32 Upgrade)
• SLink Expansion: 128x128 Channels at 96 kHz for Everything I/O Stage Boxes
• USB Computer Interface: 32x32 USB-C Audio Interface (Windows / macOS)
• SD Card Recorder: Multitrack SD Slot (16x16 @ 96 kHz / 32x32 @ 48 kHz)
• USB-A Port: Stereo Recording, Playback, and System Data Transfer
• Network Control: RJ45 Ethernet Port with Control Network Bridge Support
• Remote Control Software: Qu-MixPad (Engineer) & Qu4You (Personal Monitor) for iOS/Android/macOS/Windows
• Footswitch Port: 1 x 1/4" TRS (Single or Dual Footswitch Support)
• Rackmounting: 19-inch Rackmountable (Optional Rack Ear Kit Available)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 323 x 445 x 165 mm
• Weight: 7.01 kg
• Power Supply: Internal Worldwide Power Supply Unit with IEC Mains Inlet
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