ALLEN & HEATH SQ-5 User Manual

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Reference Guide V1.5.0
DEEP Compressors – These are modelled on classic hardware units and have unique
tonal and behavioural characteristics.
Once DEEP compressor models have been added to an SQ, they can be used in
place of the RMS/Peak compressor on any input or mix channel.
 Information on how to add models can be found in the Add-ons section of this guide.
• Press the ‘Library’ key to see the Compressor Library.
• Different compressor models can be recalled from the ‘Factory’ library.
Opto –
The best characteristics from a range of optical
compressors combined into one smooth
sounding unit.
16T –
Tight and punchy VCA-based RMS
compressor, with natural sounding gain
reduction.
16VU –
The classic VCA-based RMS compressor.
Musically enhances low-mid frequencies when
driven.
Peak Limiter 76 –
Two versions of the renowned FET levelling
amplifier. One vintage, one more modern, both
with all-button mode.
Mighty –
Transistor array compressor that features a
unique attack sound. Capable of massive gain
reduction with low distortion.

ALLEN & HEATH SQ-5 Specifications

General

Mixing Channels	48
Local Mic/Line Inputs	16
USB Interface	Yes
Type	Digital Mixer
Inputs - Mic Preamps	16
Inputs - Line	16
Talkback	Yes
EQ Bands	4-band Parametric
I/O Expansion Slots	1
Effects Processors	8
Power Supply	Internal
Local Line Outputs	8
Touchscreen	7-inch Capacitive Touchscreen
Dante Option	Yes (with optional card)
Weight	10.5 kg
Effects	8 Stereo FX Engines
Data I/O	Ethernet
Computer Connectivity	USB, Ethernet
Faders	16
A/D Resolution	96kHz / 48kHz
Processing	96kHz
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet
USB Audio	32 x 32
Expansion	Optional Dante, Waves, SLink cards
Display	7-inch Capacitive Touchscreen