Allen & Heath CQ-18T – Compact Digital Mixer with Wi-Fi

Product Overview

The Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer is an ultra‑compact 18‑input digital console designed for bands, small venues, churches and AV setups that need professional mixing in a portable format. Built on Allen & Heath’s 96 kHz FPGA engine, the Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer delivers clean audio, a responsive 7″ touchscreen and built‑in Wi‑Fi so you can mix from the stage or the room using the CQ MixPad app.

At a Glance

• 18 inputs with 16 mic/line preamps plus a stereo line input on the Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer.
• 8 outputs including stereo XLR main LR and six monitor mixes for wedges or in‑ears.
• 96 kHz processing with powerful FX engines, per‑channel EQ, compression, gate and Automatic Mic Mixing.
• Integrated dual‑band Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth audio, 24×22 USB interface and 24×22 SD multitrack record/playback.

System Details

Each input channel on the Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer offers Quick and Complete processing modes, letting newer users recall instrument‑specific presets while experienced engineers access full parametric EQ, dynamics and routing control. The 96 kHz FPGA core powers smart assistants including Gain Assistant to help set and maintain preamp levels, Feedback Assistant to reduce ringing frequencies on outputs and FX Assist engines that automatically shape reverbs and delays so they sit clearly in the mix.

Use Cases

The CQ-18T is ideal as a main console for gigging bands, club stages, houses of worship and rehearsal rooms needing multiple microphone sources plus stereo playback. With Wi‑Fi control, Bluetooth streaming and multitrack recording to SD card or over USB, the Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer also suits podcast studios, streaming rigs and rental inventories that demand fast setup, remote control and reliable show recall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer be controlled from phones and tablets?
Yes, the built‑in dual‑band Wi‑Fi works with the free CQ MixPad and CQ4You apps so engineers and performers can adjust mixes wirelessly from iOS, Android, Windows or Mac devices.

Is multitrack recording possible without a computer on the Allen & Heath CQ-18T mixer?
The CQ-18T can record up to 24 tracks directly to SD card and also functions as a 24×22 USB audio interface for DAW recording and playback when a computer is available.

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