Allen & Heath CQ-18T Digital Mixer

Fast and Complete - Choose Your Mixing Style

Each input channel on the CQ can switch between two modes.

Quick Channels offer instrument- and application-specific processing with the ability to adjust a full channel’s processing via a single control.

Need more control? Switch to Complete Channels for advanced, in-depth parameter changes.

Gain Assistant - Faster Setup

Setting the right gain level for each channel isn’t the most exciting task, and managing multiple channels can quickly eat up your setup time.

The CQ Gain Assistant quickly and accurately sets the optimal gain level for one or more input channels and monitors levels during the performance to avoid unpleasant peaks or surprises.

Feedback Assistant - Say Goodbye to Feedback

The CQ Feedback Assistant automatically detects and eliminates problematic frequencies with up to 16 filters per output, so you can mix with confidence—and forget about feedback.

Built-In Effects - A New Breed of Effects

CQ introduces a new range of high-quality, user-friendly reverb, delay, and modulation algorithms with instrument-specific presets for quick setup.

Selected devices feature the new FX Assist tool, which automatically shapes effects and dynamically responds to your input signal to ensure your mix is enhanced by effects—not overwhelmed.

User-Friendly - You Always Have Control

The CQ-18T gives you the tactile control you need to quickly navigate the surface.

The 7" touchscreen and rotary controls make setup and mixing easy, and the 3 custom rotary controls and SoftKeys let you access frequently used functions with your muscle memory.

With the free CQ MixPad app and built-in Wi-Fi, you have full control over your mix from anywhere in the venue.

Integrated Wi-Fi - Leave Your Access Point at Home

The CQ-18T features powerful built-in dual-band Wi-Fi, so you don’t need to lug around a bulky access point or router to use apps with the mixer.

Simply connect your devices to the CQ’s secure Wi-Fi network and you’re ready to go.

I/O - Get Yourself Connected

The CQ-18T provides 16 mic/line inputs and one stereo line input—everything you need to get started.

On the output side, there’s a pair of main mix outputs plus 6 monitor mix outputs—enough for the whole band—and two assignable 6.3 mm headphone outputs, perfect for recording.

AMM - Simplify Speech

With the built-in Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM), you can instantly reduce background noise and improve clarity for speech applications without lifting a finger.

AMM is available on all input channels, making it the perfect portable mixer for conferences, podcasts, debates, and smaller theater productions.