Description
The Allen & Heath SQ-6 is a high-performance 48-channel, 96kHz digital mixer designed for live sound, AV production, and installation environments. With powerful onboard processing, flexible routing, and intuitive hands-on control, it’s the perfect choice for concerts, corporate events, broadcast setups, and live recording sessions.
Available for hire in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, the SQ-6 delivers industry-level audio mixing in a portable, operator-friendly console.
Professional Mixing Power in a Compact Format
With 24 onboard mic preamps, 24+1 motorised faders, and support for up to 48 input channels, the SQ-6 is built for flexibility across small-to-mid-sized events and productions.
96kHz audio processing with 48 input channels
16 assignable SoftKeys and 4 Soft Rotaries for workflow efficiency
Built-in 32×32 USB interface for multitrack recording and streaming
Intuitive drag-and-drop channel layout and customisable colour-coding
Clear Visual Feedback with Advanced Metering
The SQ-6 features Allen & Heath’s patented Chromatic channel metering system, providing at-a-glance level monitoring using colour-variable LEDs and an ultra-responsive 7” touchscreen for fast control.
Colour-coded LED metering for fast visual reference
High-res touchscreen and encoder layout for full hands-on mixing
Easy navigation and real-time audio shaping
Full Suite of Processing & Effects
Every input channel includes:
High-pass filter
Super-fast gate with sidechain and filter
Musical 4-band parametric EQ with built-in RTA
Peak/RMS compressor
Each mix bus is also equipped with:
Parametric and 28-band graphic EQ
Compression
8 stereo FX engines with premium RackExtra emulations
This makes the SQ-6 perfect for handling demanding multi-source productions, whether you’re managing vocalists, instruments, or playback channels.
Built-In USB & SQ-Drive Recording
The SQ-6 comes with a 32×32 USB interface and onboard SQ-Drive recorder, offering multitrack capture, livestream integration, and instant stereo USB recording.
USB multitrack and stereo direct-to-drive recording
Virtual soundcheck compatibility
MIDI control integration for DAW use
Built-In AMM for Conferences & Panels
The Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) makes the SQ-6 a perfect fit for conferences, forums, and broadcast panel discussions.
2 x 24-channel AMMs (or a single 48-channel AMM)
No external DSP or plugins required
Latency-free mic management with intuitive control
Included in Your Hire
1 x Allen & Heath SQ-6 digital mixing console
Power cable and protective case
Optional digital stage boxes, network control, and I/O expansion
Multitrack USB drive recording setup available
Applications
Perfect for:
Corporate and conference audio
Live band and touring acts
Broadcast and livestream productions
Theatre and AV installs
Festivals, award nights, and panel events
Available for Hire in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane
The Allen & Heath SQ-6 is available for hire in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, backed by technical support and optional system design assistance. Whether you need advanced control for FOH, streaming, or hybrid AV, the SQ-6 is ready to power your next production.
How to Hire
To book the SQ-6 digital mixer for your next event, simply fill out the Quick Quote form or chat with us through the Chat Window. Let us know your input count, event size, and routing needs—we’ll build a complete system to match.
