Allen & Heath CQ-18T 18-channel Digital Mixer

The Allen & Heath CQ-18T is a compact — and feature-packed — 16-channel digital mixer that fits in your backpack. This portable 96kHz-capable mixer boasts uncompromising audio quality, ensuring top-notch sound in any application. And its smart controls and processing tools make it a breeze to use. The CQ-18T's Preamp Gain Assistant and Feedback Assistant make setup a snap, and its instrument-based Quick input delivers great mixes in no time flat. Want manual control? No problem. Each track includes a Complete input that allows for in-depth tweaking. You get built-in Smart-FX units, arming you with a full complement of reverbs, delays, modulations, and more. Navigating the CQ-18T is a cinch, thanks to its straightforward tactile encoders, custom keys, and responsive touchscreen. The CQ-18T is also great for recording, courtesy of SD recording and playback and a built-in USB audio interface. Baked-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity round out the Allen & Heath CQ-18T's robust feature set.


Allen & Heath CQ-18T 18-channel Digital Mixer Features:

  • A compact 16-channel digital mixer that fits in your backpack
  • Exhibits outstanding sound quality at 96kHz
  • 16 excellent-sounding microphone preamps and stereo Bluetooth input
  • Built-in 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi with auto channel
  • Preamp Gain Assistant takes all the guesswork out of setting levels
  • Feedback Assistant makes locating and neutralizing acoustic feedback frequencies a piece of cake
  • Instrument-based Quick inputs help you get a great sound quickly
  • Complete inputs allow for in-depth tweaking
  • Smart-FX engines include reverb, delay, modulation, and more
  • Tactile encoders adjust a wide range of parameters with easy-to-use knobs
  • Custom keys tailor the mixer to your preferred workflow
  • Responsive touchscreen combines physical control and at-a-glance visual feedback
  • 24-in/22-out recording and playback via an onboard SD card reader
  • Built-in 24-in/22-out USB audio interface enables top-shelf digital multitrack recordings using a computer and DAW

Tech Specs

  • Type:Digital Mixer/Recorder/USB Interface
  • Channels:16
  • Inputs - Mic Preamps:8 x XLR-1/4" Combo, 8 x XLR
  • Phantom Power:16 Channels
  • Inputs - Line:2 x 1/4" TRS (L, R)
  • Outputs - Main:2 x XLR (main)
  • Outputs - Direct:6 x 1/4" TRS (monitors)
  • Data I/O:1 x RJ45
  • Headphones:2 x 1/4" TRS
  • USB:1 x Type B, 1 x Type A
  • Computer Connectivity:USB (24 x 22), Ethernet, 2.4G/5G AC Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth:Stereo Input
  • Remote:1 x 1/4" (footswitch)
  • Faders:3 x Custom Rotary
  • Effects:Reverbs, Delays, Modulators
  • Signal Processing:96kHz FPGA
  • Features:Feedback Assistant
  • Screen:7" touchscreen
  • Storage:SD card slot
  • Software:CQ MixPad App, CQ4You App
  • Rackmountable:Yes (kit sold separately)
  • Power Source:12V DC Power Supply
  • Manufacturer Part Number:AH-CQ18T

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • CQ-18T 16-Channel Digital Mixer
Categories
Year
  • 2026
Computer Connectivity
  • USB
Bus-Powered
  • No
Electronics
  • Digital
  • Analog
  • Solid State
Compatibility
  • macOS
  • Windows
Format
  • Desktop Standalone
Simultaneous I/O
  • 24 x 22
Number of Mic Preamps
  • 16
Number of Headphone Outputs
  • 2
Number of Analog Outputs
  • 8
Number of Analog Inputs
  • 18
Number of Channels
  • 16

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