The Allen & Heath CQ-18T is an ultra-compact 18-channel digital mixer featuring 96kHz FPGA processing, a 7″ capacitive touchscreen, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and versatile recording options via USB and SD card. Ideal for live performances, studio recording, streaming, and corporate AV, the CQ-18T offers intuitive control, advanced assistive mixing tools, and high-quality audio in a portable design.
Features
- 18 input channels with 96kHz FPGA processing
- 7″ capacitive touchscreen with rotary control for intuitive operation
- Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz) for wireless control
- Bluetooth stereo input for easy audio streaming
- 24×22 USB audio interface for multitrack recording and playback
- 24×22 SD card recording and playback capability
- 4 onboard FX engines with reverb, delay, and modulation effects
- Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant for streamlined setup
- Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) for improved speech applications
- 3 custom SoftKeys and 3 custom SoftRotaries for personalized control
- Mic/Line Inputs: 16 x XLR (8 combo XLR/TRS, 8 XLR)
- Line Inputs: 2 x 1/4″ TRS (stereo pair)
- Main Outputs: 2 x XLR
- Monitor Outputs: 6 x 1/4″ TRS
- Headphone Outputs: 2 x 1/4″ TRS
- USB: 1 x Type B (24-in/22-out), 1 x Type A
- SD Card Slot: Yes (24-in/22-out recording/playback)
- Network: 1 x RJ45 Ethernet
- Wireless: Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz)
- Bluetooth: Stereo input
- Processing: 96kHz FPGA
- Touchscreen: 7″ capacitive
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 88mm x 346mm x 242mm
- Weight: 3kg (6.6 lbs)
