Mix Smarter. Work Faster. Sound Better.
CQ combines our proven editing and effects features with new, exciting mixing tools to create our smallest and most affordable digital mixer series yet.
Fast and complete
Choose your mixing style
Each input channel of the CQ can be switched between two modes.
Quick Channels offer instrument and application specific processing with the ability to set a complete channel of processing via a single control.
Need more control? Switch to the Complete Channels for advanced, detailed parameter tweaking.
Gain Wizard
Faster setups
Setting the right gain value for each channel isn't the most exciting task and quickly eats up a lot of setup time when you have multiple channels.
CQ's Gain Assistant quickly and accurately sets the optimum gain level for one or more input channels and monitors the levels during performance to avoid unpleasant peaks or surprises.
Feedback wizard
Say goodbye to feedback
CQ's Feedback Wizard automatically detects and eliminates problematic frequencies with up to 16 filters per output, so you can mix with confidence - and forget about feedback.
Unadulterated sound
You won't believe your ears
CQ uses technology from our latest generation of live sound consoles to deliver audio quality previously unimaginable from mixing consoles at this level.
Pristine 96 kHz audio is combined with integrated studio-quality processing and an optimized suite of effects to set a new standard for the capabilities of ultra-compact digital mixing consoles.
Built-in effects
A new generation of effects
CQ introduces a new range of high-quality, easy-to-use reverb, delay and modulation algorithms with instrument-specific presets for quick setup.
Selected units feature our new FX Assist tool, which automatically shapes the effects and dynamically responds to your input signal to ensure your mix is enhanced by the effects, not devoured.
User friendly
You're always in control
The CQ-18T gives you all the tactile controls you need to quickly find your way around the interface.
The 7? touchscreen and knobs make setup and mixing easy, and the 3 user-defined knobs and soft keys allow you to access frequently used functions with your muscle memory.
With the free CQ MixPad app, you have full control of your mix from anywhere in the venue thanks to the built-in WiFi.
CQ Apps
CQ MixPad
Remote control of the mix
CQ4You
Personal monitor mixing for performers
Integrated Wi-Fi
Leave your access point at home
The CQ-18T has powerful built-in dual-band Wi-Fi, so you don't need to carry 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.
Recording and playback
Capture the performance wherever you are
The CQ has multiple recording and playback options so you're always ready to capture the performance.
A built-in USB audio interface allows for easy multitrack recording, playback and streaming via your DAW, and an SD card slot ensures reliable multitrack recording and playback on the go.
A USB flash drive lets you record and play back stereo files, and you can even play back from your phone using the built-in Bluetooth functionality.
The CQ-18T also features two headphone outputs that can be used to feed separate mixes - perfect for a portable production setup.
I/O
Connect yourself
With 16 mic/line inputs and a stereo line input, the CQ-18T gives you all the connectivity you need to get started.
As for outputs, there's a pair of main mix outputs as well as 6 outputs for monitor mixes - enough for the whole band - and two headphone outputs that can be assigned to different mixes, perfect for recording.
AMM
Simplify the talking
With the integrated Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM), you can instantly reduce background noise and improve the clarity of voice applications without lifting a finger.
AMM is available for all input channels, making it the perfect portable mixer for conferences, podcasts, debates and small theater productions.
CQ-18T Features
Inputs
8 XLR
8 XLR/TRS Combi
2 TRS (stereo)
Outputs
2 XLR (main)
6 TRS (Monitors)
24×22 USB-B interface (48/96kHz)
SD record/playback
24x22 (48kHz)
16x16 (96kHz)
Stereo USB record/playback with dedicated input channel
Stereo Bluetooth playback with dedicated input channel
4 FX engines
3 custom rotaries
3 Custom SoftKeys
Dual Footswitch connection
7" Capacitive touchscreen with associated rotary control
2 Assignable TRS headphone outputs
Built-in dual band 2.4G/5G AC Wi-Fi with auto channel select
