Allen & Heath CQ-12T Digital Mixer

Ultra-compact digital mixer with 7” multi-touch screen

The CQ series of digital mixers is built around 96kHz FPGA processing technology, with a variable bit rate up to 96bit, capable of operating at an extremely low latency, less than one millisecond: <0.7ms. The CQ-12T mixer was designed to be used wherever high-quality audio processing and mixing are required. It can be used by bands, sound engineers, rental companies, in rehearsal rooms, as a main mixer in a small club, theater, bar, or as an additional stage mixer. The CQ mixer series features next-generation tools and effects for better, simpler, and faster mixing. 2 effects processors (send/return) called FX Assist are integrated into the CQ-12T which provide various reverb, delay, chorus, ADT, flanger, phaser, and various modulation algorithms, with specific presets for instruments and sound sources. These automatically and dynamically adapt to the processed signal. On the input channels, we can count on two distinct processing modes: the new and simplified “Quick” mode, which provides a one-knob style processor for each type of instrument capable of managing a macro of parameters, and the “Complete” mode with all the individual parameters and processors we usually find on a digital mixer channel. Each channel can be configured independently, and you can switch from “Quick” to “Complete” mode at any time. The Gain Assistant function saves time by automatically and accurately applying the correct gain value to the preamplifiers, while monitoring the situation to compensate – if necessary – for the input level. It should also be noted that the Gain parameter value of the preamplifiers, being digitally controlled, will be stored in the scene, thus recallable upon reopening it. The Feedback Assistant is available on each output to identify, filter, and then correct any feedback issues and unwanted bleed. It can be used in a simple “single button” mode, or configured in detail via more in-depth controls. The AMM - Automatic Mic Mixer is present on all input channels to help immediately improve vocal intelligibility while also reducing background noise.

This mixer offers 12 analog inputs: 10 mono mic/line and 1 stereo line (L and R ¼” TRS jacks). The 10 mic/line inputs are divided into 5 on Combo connectors (Jack/XLR) and an equal number on XLR. A total of 13 channels (10 mono and 3 stereo) considering the two digital stereo inputs Bluetooth and USB A (for audio playback from a pen drive). In addition to the stereo Main Out on XLR (L/R) connectors, the Allen & Heath CQ-12T provides 6 Aux Monitor outputs on ¼” TRS (balanced) jack connectors. An RJ45 port is present for connection to a wireless router for remote control via app.

With the Allen & Heath CQ-12T, you have the freedom to record and play back multitrack audio up to 16 In and 18 Out on an SD Card inserted in the dedicated slot on the panel, or on PC and MAC computers using the integrated USB audio interface (Type B port). The maximum recording limit on SD Card is regulated by the supported formatting standard, which is FAT32, which for multitrack recording at 48kHz is approximately 8 hours; 4 hours are supported for multitrack recordings at 96kHz. This corresponds to approximately 72GB of occupied space. NB: Class 10, UHS speed class 1 SD Cards, not less than 10MB/s, are recommended.

Control the mixer from your computer, smartphone, or tablet thanks to the two free applications for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS operating systems. CQ-MixPad gives you complete control over your Allen & Heath CQ mixer, while with CQ4You each musician, singer, or performer can adjust their own mix.

You can rackmount your CQ-12T mixer using the dedicated CQ12T RK19 kit (Algam EKO code: GAL61931902). The semi-rigid case with handle and shoulder strap CQ 12T SOFTCASE (Algam EKO code GAL61931901) is also available for convenient transport.

Specifications

•13-channel digital mixer

•7” multi-touch screen

•Mono Mic/Line Inputs: 10 (5 combo XLR/Jack, 5 XLR)

•Linkable mono channels

•Stereo Inputs: 1 (L+R) ¼” TRS Jack, Bluetooth, USB A

•Outputs: 1 Main XLR, 6 Aux Monitor (¼” TRS Jack)

•Assignable headphone output on ¼” TRS Jack

•USB “B” audio interface for PC/Mac 16In, 18Out

•SD Card recording/playback 16In, 18Out

•Record/Playback from USB “A” with dedicated channel

•Bluetooth stereo input with dedicated channel

•2x FX Assist

•3x Custom SoftKeys

•Dual Footswitch

•Dimensions and weight: 290.4x241.9x88.2mm; Weight: 2.4KG