Allen & Heath SQ-7 48-Channel / 36-Bus Digital Mixer with 32 1 Motorized Faders

OVERVIEW The Allen & Heath SQ-7 is a flagship digital mixer designed for professional live sound, broadcast, recording, and installation environments requiring exceptional processing power and flexible workflow. As the largest surface in the SQ Series, the SQ-7 features 32 motorized faders plus a dedicated master fader, providing fast, hands-on control of complex mixes and deep channel layers. With 48 input channels and a powerful 36-bus architecture, it delivers the versatility needed for demanding productions, while maintaining the intuitive layout and smooth operation Allen & Heath is known for. At the heart of the SQ-7 is the 96kHz XCVI FPGA engine, offering high-resolution audio quality with ultra-low latency (less than 0.7 ms). This advanced processing technology enables pristine sound clarity, lightning-fast responsiveness, and internal headroom suitable for both live and studio-grade applications. The mixer includes 8 stereo FX engines, each loaded with premium, boutique-style emulations and dedicated stereo returns, allowing engineers to craft detailed, expressive mixes without external hardware. The SQ-7 provides a generous complement of onboard I/O, including 32 onboard mic/line preamps, 3 stereo inputs, and multiple outputs for flexible routing. Expansion is seamless through SLink, enabling connection to remote racks, stage boxes, and other Allen & Heath digital systems. The mixer also integrates with Dante, Waves, and other network audio protocols via optional expansion cards, making it an ideal hub for large-scale or distributed audio setups. A large, high-resolution touchscreen offers fast access to processing parameters, routing, RTA overlays, and metering. Channels are fully equipped with premium digital tools such as parametric EQ, compression, gates, and delay. The SQ-7’s workflow is further enhanced with Assignable SoftKeys and SoftRotaries, customizable layers, and a responsive interface that adapts to any mixing style. For recording and streaming, the SQ-7 includes 32×32 USB audio interfacefunctionality and direct-to-drive multitrack recording via SQ-Drive, making it easy to capture live performances without additional gear. Rugged, reliable, and built for professional environments, the Allen & Heath SQ-7 is a powerful centerpiece for teams that need uncompromising sound quality, flexibility, and control.