SQ-6+

The brand Allen & heath

Allen & Heath SQ6+ is a digital mixing console designed for sound engineers, contractors and AV installations looking for power, flexibility and speed of use. Thanks to the XCVI 96 kHz FPGA engine inherited from dLive systems, it offers high-resolution audio processing with extremely low latency. Its new design, 9″ touchscreen and numerous mixing options make it particularly well-suited to live, broadcast and scalable professional configurations. Compact yet comprehensive, it’s an excellent choice for touring, venues and demanding performances.

Features

Ultra-fast 96 kHz XCVI FPGA engine

The SQ6+ uses the XCVI processor developed by Allen & Heath for its high-end dLive consoles. This architecture guarantees precise audio processing with a latency of less than 0.7 ms. You benefit from a more natural, more dynamic and perfectly coherent mix, particularly useful for concerts, recordings or complex audiovisual events.

48 channels and 12 flexible stereo mixes

The console manages up to 48 inputs and 36 outputs, with 12 stereo mixes configurable as auxiliaries or groups. This flexibility makes it easy to manage in-ear monitors, sub-groups and multi-stage configurations without adding extra hardware. It’s easily adapted to modern live productions.

New 9-inch touchscreen interface

The SQ6+ boasts a 9″ capacitive touchscreen, combined with a redesigned graphical interface to speed up operation. Channels can be freely organized with custom names and colors to enhance legibility during the mix. Assignable keys and physical controls also provide quick access to essential functions.

Integrated DEEP plug-ins and RackUltra FX effects

The console supports Allen & Heath DEEP processing and several integrated stereo effects engines. You have direct access to compressors, preamps, reverbs, delays and advanced processing without the need for an external computer or added latency. This integration simplifies setups while enhancing the quality of audio processing.

Scalable Dante and Waves connectivity

Thanks to the SLink and I/O ports, the SQ6+ can accommodate Dante or Waves cards and easily connect to Allen & Heath digital stageboxes. You can expand your system according to the needs of the project, while maintaining perfect compatibility with existing professional infrastructures.

Integrated multitrack recording

The SQ-Drive system allows you to record a concert in stereo or multitrack directly to a USB stick or external hard disk without a computer. The console also functions as a 32×32, 96 kHz USB audio interface for DAWs, virtual soundboards or playbacks. This versatility greatly simplifies mobile performances.

Integrated automatic microphone mixer

The integrated AMM makes it easy to set up multiple microphones, such as for conferences, round tables or TV shows. As processing is directly integrated into the console, no external DSP is required, and no additional latency is added. You get a cleaner, more intelligible result fast.

What we like / What we need to know

• 96 kHz audio processing with extremely low latency for professional applications.
• More comfortable 9-inch touchscreen with modernized graphic interface.
• 12 stereo mixes perfectly suited to in-ear monitoring systems.
• Compatible with Dante, Waves and Allen & Heath ecosystem via extension ports.
• Integrated USB multitrack recording without additional computer.
• DEEP plug-ins and some RackUltra FX effects require activation or purchase via the Allen & Heath shop.

Who this product is for

• Live sound engineers looking for a compact yet high-performance console for concerts and tours.
• Audiovisual service providers needing a reliable, scalable solution for corporate events.
• Venues looking for a modern digital console compatible with Dante and Waves.
• Technicians using complex in-ear monitoring systems.
• Live and broadcast productions requiring fast audio processing with very low latency.