The Allen & Heath SQ5+ is the most compact console in the SQ+ series, introduced in 2026 as an update to the SQ series. It is built on the XCVI core of 48 channels at 96 kHz and adds a 9-inch touch screen with a renewed interface.
It has 16 plus master motorized faders, 16 local XLR mic and line inputs and 8 assignable softkeys. It incorporates four RackUltra FX engines, each with dedicated stereo shipments and returns, in addition to the effect racks and the Deep processing of the series.
Maintains SQ series connectivity: 128 x 128-channel Slink port for expander and audio networks, and Dante, Madi, Waves, or Slink option card I/O slot. It has an optional 19-inch rack mount kit.
