{"product_id":"allen-and-heath-cq-20b-ultra-compact-20in-8out-digital-mixer-with-wi-fi","title":"Allen and Heath CQ-20B | Ultra-Compact 20in \/ 8out Digital Mixer with Wi-Fi","description":"Designed for life on the stage, CQ-20B is the highest channel-count mixer in the range and is controlled via the free CQ MixPad app.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMix Smarter. Work Faster. Sound Better.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ takes our renowned processing and effects, adds exciting new assistive mixing tools, and packages it all up into our smallest, and most affordable, digital mixer series yet.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nQuick and Complete\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPick Your Mixing Style\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nEvery input channel on CQ can be switched between two modes.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nQuick Channels offer instrument and application specific processing with the ability to dial in a full channel of processing via a single knob.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nNeed more control? Switch to Complete Channels for advanced, in-depth tweaking of parameters.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nGain Assistant\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFaster Setups\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSetting the correct amount of gain for each channel isn’t the most exciting task, and it quickly eats into your setup time with multiple channels to take care of.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ’s Gain Assistant quickly and accurately sets the optimal gain level for your one or multiple channels and continues to monitor levels during the performance to prevent any nasty peaks or surprises.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFeedback Assistant\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSay Goodbye to Feedback\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ’s Feedback Assistant automatically detects and eliminates problem frequencies using up to 16 filters per output so you can mix with confidence – and forget about feedback.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPristine Sound\u003cbr\u003e\r\nYou Won’t Believe Your Ears\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ draws on technology from our latest generation of live sound consoles to deliver audio quality previously unimaginable at this level of mixer.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPristine 96kHz audio is partnered with studio-grade onboard processing and an optimised suite of FX to set a new standard for what’s possible with ultra-compact digital mixers.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBuilt-In FX\u003cbr\u003e\r\nA New Breed of Effects\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ introduces a new suite of high-quality, user-friendly reverb, delay and modulation algorithms with instrument-specific presets for speedy setup.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSelected units feature our new FX Assist tool, automatically shaping the effects and dynamically responding to your input signal to ensure your mix is enhanced by FX, not engulfed.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nUsability\u003cbr\u003e\r\nYou’re Always In Control\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAlthough the CQ-20B is designed for life on the stage, you’re free to mix from anywhere in the venue via the free CQ MixPad app and the integrated dual-band Wi-Fi.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ MixPad gives you control over all parameters of the mixer so you can soundcheck, mix and record from your mobile device or computer.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nRecording \u0026amp; Playback\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCapture the Performance, Wherever You Are\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ packs in multiple recording and playback options to ensure you’re always ready to capture the performance.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAn integrated USB audio interface enables easy multitrack recording, playback and streaming via your DAW, and an SD card slot is provided for reliable multitrack recording and playback on the go.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nYou can record and playback stereo files via USB key, and you can even playback from your phone via the built-in Bluetooth functionality.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe CQ-20B also includes an assignable Alt-Out – great for an engineer’s IEM connection.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIntegrated Wi-Fi\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLeave Your Access Point at Home\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe CQ-20B is designed to be controlled via the intuitive CQ MixPad app and features powerful integrated dual-band Wi-Fi so you don’t need to connect an access point or router to use apps for control of the mixer.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nJust connect your devices to the CQ’s secure Wi-Fi network and you’re ready to go.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nI\/O\u003cbr\u003e\r\nGet Yourself Connected\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ-20B gives you all the connectivity you need to get going with 16 mic\/line inputs plus two stereo line inputs.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWhen it comes to outputs, there’s a pair of main mix outputs plus 6 outputs for monitor mixes – enough for the whole band – and an assignable Alt Output is also provided.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAMM\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSimplify Speech\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe integrated Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) means you can instantly reduce background noise and improve clarity for speech applications without lifting a finger.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAMM is available on all input channels, making it the perfect portable mixer for conferences, podcasts, debates and small-scale theatre productions.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFEATURES:\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nStereo Bluetooth playback with dedicated input channel\u003cbr\u003e\r\n4 FX engines\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDual Footswitch connection\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAssignable TRS headphone output\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBuilt-in dual band 2.4G\/5G AC Wi-Fi with auto channel select\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSPECIFICATIONS:\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMic\/Line Inputs Balanced XLR, Balanced XLR\/TRS Combi, fully recallable preamp\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPhantom Power +48V (+3V \/ -2V)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nInput Sensitivity -60 to +0dBu\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLine Inputs (Combi Sockets) -20dB Pad (Fixed)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAnalogue Gain 0dB to +60dB, 1dB steps\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMaximum Input Level +17dBu (XLR), +30dBu (TRS)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nInput Impedance \u0026gt;1.5kΩ (XLR), \u0026gt;10kΩ (TRS)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTHD+N, Unity gain 0dB 0.002% -92dBu (20Hz-20kHz, USB soundcard, @0dBu 1kHz)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTHD+N, Mid gain +30dB 0.004% -88dBu (20Hz-20kHz, USB soundcard, @-30dBu 1kHz)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nStereo Line Inputs\u003cbr\u003e\r\nStereo Line Input Connection Balanced, 1\/4\" TRS Jack, Normalled (Left\/Mono)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nInput Sensitivity Nominal +4dBu\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTrim +\/-24dB\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMaximum Input Level +21dBu\u003cbr\u003e\r\nInput Impedance \u0026gt;10kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\r\nHi-Z Inputs 1MΩ, JFET input stage, 0dB to +40dB gain\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOutputs\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMain LR Outputs Balanced, XLR\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOutputs 1-6 Balanced XLR\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOutput Impedance \u0026lt;75Ω\u003cbr\u003e\r\nNominal Output +4dBu = 0dB meter reading\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMaximum Output Level +22dBu\u003cbr\u003e\r\nResidual Output Noise -88dBu (muted, 20Hz-20kHz)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSystem\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSystem Measured balanced XLR in to XLR out, 0dB gain, 0dBu input\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDynamic Range 110 dB\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFrequency Response +0\/-0.5dB 20Hz to 20kHz\u003cbr\u003e\r\nHeadroom +18dB\u003cbr\u003e\r\nInternal operating Level 0dBu\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTHD+N, Mic routed to Main L\/R Out +10dBu input, 0dB system gain, 0.003%, -92dB (Relative, 20-20kHz)\u003cbr\u003e\r\ndBFS Alignment +18dBu = 0dBFS (+22dBu at XLR output)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMeter Calibration 0dB meter = -18dBFS (+4dBu at XLR out)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSampling Rate 96kHz\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBit Depth Custom, up to 96-bit\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLatency \u0026lt;0.7mS, Local Mic Input to Main L\/R, with all processing in or out\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOperating Temperature Range 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPower 100-240V AC, 50\/60Hz, 45W max\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCQ-20B Technical Datasheet 5\u003cbr\u003e\r\nRecord\/Playback\u003cbr\u003e\r\nUSB-A\u003cbr\u003e\r\nStereo Record 48\/96 kHz, 24-bit WAV format. 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