Allen & Heath SQ7 48 Channel 96KHz Digital Mixer - 32 Onboard PreAmps

SQ-7 is the flagship model in Allen & Heath's SQ series, boasting 33 faders and powered by the cutting-edge 96kHz XCVI FPGA engine. Built for high-demand environments like AV production, live events, and worship spaces, SQ-7 delivers premium 96kHz audio with ultra-low <0.7ms latency. Featuring 32 onboard mic preamps, 8 stereo FX engines, and access to the acclaimed RackExtra FX library, it provides engineers with a powerful and flexible tool. With 12 stereo mixes, extensive I/O, and robust expansion capabilities via SLink, SQ-7 is the definitive in-ear monitoring and live sound mixing solution. Its advanced AMM makes it ideal for conferences and multi-mic events, while a suite of wireless control apps and a fully customisable interface ensures seamless and intuitive operation in any setup.

Powered by 96kHz XCVI FPGA engine

Ultra-low latency <0.7ms with high resolution audio

32 onboard mic preamps and 33 faders

8 stereo FX engines with RackExtra library

12 stereo mixes + LR, configurable as auxes or groups

Advanced AMM (Automatic Mic Mixing)

7" capacitive touchscreen with drag-and-drop channel assignment

16 SoftKeys and 8 SoftRotaries with LCD display

SLink for expansion to 48 mic inputs

Compatible with ME Personal Mixing System

Integrated SQ-Drive for direct multitrack/stereo USB recording

Built-in 32x32 USB audio interface (96kHz, ASIO/Core Audio)

Rugged all-metal chassis with integrated light bar

Free SQ MixPad app for wireless control

Mic/Line Inputs: Balanced XLR, fully recallable
Input Sensitivity: -60 to +0dBu
Switchable Pad: -20dB
Analogue Gain: 0dB to +60dB, 1dB steps
Maximum Input Level: +30dBu
Input Impedance: >5kΩ
THD+N, Unity gain 0dB: 0.002% -92dBu (20Hz-20kHz)
THD+N, Mid gain +30dB: 0.003% -91dBu (20Hz-20kHz)
Phantom Power: +48V (+3V / -2V)

Stereo Line Inputs: ST1, ST2 (balanced 1/4" TRS), ST3 (3.5mm mini jack)
Input Sensitivity: +4dBu (ST1, ST2), 0dBu (ST3)
Trim: +/-24dB
Max Input Level: +22dBu (ST1, ST2), +18dBu (ST3)
Input Impedance: >7kΩ

Outputs 1-12: Balanced XLR
Outputs A and B: Balanced 1/4" TRS
Output Impedance: <75Ω
Nominal Output: +4dBu
Max Output Level: +22dBu
Residual Output Noise: -90dBu

AES Digital Output: 2 channel XLR, 96kHz (switchable to 44.1, 48, 88.2kHz), 2.5Vpp 110Ω

SLink Port Modes:

• dSnake (48kHz): 64 channels, AR2412/AR84/AB168/ME compatible

• DX (96kHz): 32 channels, DX168 compatible

• gigaACE (96kHz): 128 channels, dLive/SQ/DXHub compatible

Touchscreen: 7" capacitive, 800x480, 24-bit RGB
Faders: 100mm motorised
SoftKeys: 16
SoftRotaries: 8
Mute Groups / DCA Groups: 8 / 8

Source: CH1-48, USB (SQ-Drive or USB B Streaming)
Polarity: Normal/Invert
Trim: -24 to +24dB
HPF: 12dB/octave 20Hz – 2kHz
Insert (Pre EQ/Comp): Fully patchable
Delay: Up to 341ms
Gate and Compressor with sidechain filters, variable threshold, attack, hold, release, knee and detector response

PEQ: 4-band parametric, Bell or Baxandall shelving
GEQ: 28-band, 31Hz-16kHz, +/-12dB
Channel Direct Out: Follow fader, mute, DCA

Internal FX: 8 x RackFX engines
Types: SMR Reverb, Delay, ADT, BlueChorus, Symphonic, Flanger, Phaser
Dedicated Stereo FX Returns: Fader, Pan, Mute, PEQ

PAFL: PFL/AFL with delay up to 682ms
Signal Generator: Sine, White, Pink, Bandpass
RTA: 31-band, follows PAFL

Talkback: Assignable with gain, pad, +48V, HPF
USB Streaming: 32x32, 96kHz, ASIO/Core Audio compliant
Multitrack Record/Playback: 16 channel WAV 96kHz via USB A (SQ-Drive)

Physical Dimensions: 804 x 514.9 x 198 mm (W x D x H)
Shipping Dimensions: 960 x 685 x 360 mm (W x D x H)
Weight: 17.8 kg (unpacked), 21.9 kg (packed)
Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Max Power Consumption: 110W
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C