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Forget soundcard drivers and software setup, Qu has an
integrated multitrack USB recorder, providing 18 channels
of 48kHz, 24bit recording and playback straight to / from
your USB hard drive. Capturing multitrack recordings of
your shows has never been so easy. Mixes and FX returns
can be recorded alongside channels, and multitrack audio
can be played back to the mixer for virtual sound-checks.
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An independent set of controls is provided for quick stereo
recording of the main LR or other mix outputs, and a 2-
track USB return can be routed to ST3 for playback of
stereo WAV files such as walk-in music.
Qu-Drive
Qu’s built-in interface streams multitrack audio to your Mac
or PC via a flexible patching system: all Input channels and
the Main LR can be recorded at the same time, or you may
choose to record something different such as FX returns or
a pair of mixes.
The
The returns from the computer can be assigned to the Input
channels. The interface is class-compliant on Mac OS X –
and drivers are available for Windows systems. Either way,
it will be recognized straightaway by any DAW supporting
ASIO or Core Audio, including Logic, Cubase, Reaper,
and Pro Tools.
USB Audio Streaming
True digital mixing is about being able to save and recall
scenes (snapshots) at the press of a button. Qu can store
up to 100 full Scenes for recall at will. Channels and mixes
can be made Safe from Scene recall. For example, if an
instrument or mic gets swapped out after the soundcheck,
the channel can be made safe to avoid settings being
overridden by Scene recalls. Or if a broadcast feed or
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walk-in iPod is added last-minute before the show kicks off,
that mix or channel can be made safe from any scene
change. In addition, single parameter updates can be
blocked using a Recall Filter. So if you tweak the graphic
EQ to reflect the room response when the audience gets in,
you can block this to prevent any overwriting at scene
change.
Custom
Custom settings for each EQ, compressor or channel can
be saved as Library presets. This lets you store your tried
and tested setting for your favourite vocal mic or reverb
pattern and apply it to other channels or shows. Libraries,
Scenes and the complete Show configuration can be
saved to a USB key, so you can carry the show with you,
ready to use on another Qu mixer.
Total Recall
Moving faders started as an expensive option in the studio
desks of the 80s, and later became the norm with the advent
of digital technology. Nevertheless some entry-level digital
mixers lack this precious commodity which is a fundamental
part of the Total Recall approach. Fader automation is
essential for rapid mixing, especially when you’re dealing
with multiple monitor mixes – just press a mix key and the
faders immediately fly to the send levels for that mix.
faders immediately fly to the send levels for that mix.
Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32 feature 16, 24 and 32 motorized
ALPS faders respectively, arranged over 2 layers, allowing
instant access to all channels and masters in a compact
space, plus a dedicated master fader which dynamically
follows the mix selection. A third, Custom layer is available
for ad-hoc user strip layout, where any combination of
Inputs, FX Sends, FX Returns, Mix masters and MIDI strips
can be assigned.
can be assigned.
The SuperStrip
All your key processing tools are presented in a clean layout
on the SuperStrip, with 1 function per physical control. The
SuperStrip is complemented by an onscreen TouchChannel
for intuitive access to full processing parameters without
clutter or complex menu structures. Processing for Mono and
Stereo inputs includes trim, polarity, HPF, gate, insert, 4 band
PEQ, compressor and delay. All mixes including LR provide
Insert, 4 band PE
Insert, 4 band PEQ, 1/3 octave GEQ, compressor and delay.
iLive FX
Qu’s dynamics and FX algorithms are derived from the FX
used in our iLive pro touring series. Some of the world’s most
respected audio engineers have chosen to use iLive’s FX on
tour in preference to top-end plug-ins and external FX units.
All Qu models boast 4 stereo iLive FX engines, featuring
lovingly crafted emulations of legendary classic reverbs,
gated reverbs, delays, modulators, flangers and more.
The FX library has the ability to grow with future firmware
releases. FX are returned to the mix on dedicated return
channels, so you’re not tying up your mono and stereo input
channels. Each Stereo FX Return has a dedicated 4 band
PEQ.
Fader Automation
Touch Control
The 800 x 480, sixteen million colour Touchscreen and its
dedicated data encoder form the heart of the Qu interface,
providing super-fast, easy access to all settings. The
user-friendly interface has been designed with clarity in mind.
Dedicated keys and screen tabs quickly guide you to meter
and RTA views, FX racks, channel processing, USB audio
control, scenes, setup menus and much more.