Allen & Heath has unveiled the next generation of its popular SQ digital mixing console series — the new SQ+ range, which includes the SQ5+, SQ6+, and SQ7+ models.
For many years, the SQ series has been widely used in live events, theaters, conference centers, houses of worship, studios, and corporate AV projects. The new SQ+ models build upon the strengths of the existing platform, offering enhanced processing power, new effects, and an updated user interface.
Key Differences Between SQ+ and the Original SQ Series
The new SQ+ series retains all the advantages that made the SQ platform successful:
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96 kHz XCVI FPGA processing
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48 input channels
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Ultra-low latency
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SLink connectivity
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Support for Dante, Waves, MADI, and other expansion cards
In addition, the SQ+ series introduces several significant enhancements.
RackUltra FX
One of the most notable additions to the SQ+ platform is the inclusion of four new RackUltra FX engines.
These effects were originally developed for Allen & Heath’s flagship dLive platform and are now available to SQ+ users.
The RackUltra FX package includes:
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Premium reverbs
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Vocal tuning tools
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Pitch processing
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Saturation and distortion effects
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Guitar amplifier modeling
Because these effects operate on dedicated FX engines, they have minimal impact on the console’s main processing resources.
Enhanced DEEP Processing
The new SQ+ platform features increased processing power and supports the latest generation of Allen & Heath’s DEEP Processing algorithms.
For the first time, SQ users gain access to:
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CompStortion
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Source Expander
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Dual Threshold Expander
Previously, these processing tools were available only on Avantis and dLive systems.
Larger 9-Inch Touchscreen
The new SQ+ models feature a larger 9-inch touchscreen along with an updated Dark Mode user interface.
These improvements provide a more comfortable user experience in environments with changing lighting conditions, such as concerts, theaters, and live event venues.
Increased Processing Resources
The SQ+ platform delivers greater per-channel processing capacity.
This allows users to run more DEEP Processing modules and premium effects simultaneously, making the consoles suitable for more demanding productions and advanced workflows.
Designed for a Wide Range of Applications
The SQ+ series is an ideal solution for:
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Live events
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Theaters
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Concert venues
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Corporate events
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Houses of worship
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Educational institutions
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Broadcast and studio productions
For existing SQ users, the SQ+ platform provides access to more advanced processing capabilities and flagship-level effects while maintaining a familiar workflow.
At MediaTech, we see the SQ+ series as the natural evolution of one of Allen & Heath’s most successful platforms. The new models preserve the intuitive workflow that users already know while introducing processing capabilities and premium effects previously available only in higher-tier systems.
For more information about the new Allen & Heath SQ5+, SQ6+, and SQ7+ digital mixers, and to discuss the best configuration for your project, please contact the MediaTech team.