Hi, just subscribed to your channel. A sound tech that can master the CQ and put up a video on it and call it "CQ For Dummies", would be a God send. I'm an old school musician who recently bought a CQ18T for my small-venue band. I managed a basic mix, but I'd really like to move on from there. Most of what I find online about the CQ is more like an infomercial rather than something instructional.
I feel the same way. That's why I started my youtube channel. I got tired of watching review videos that were basically feature overviews and never really gave an opinion about the product.
There are so many options out there. Being mainly a solo musician for a few decades I used the Bose L1M2 with the T1 tone match. I REALLY wanted to get the new T4 Bose mixer but ive seen a few vids of people using them and them overheating and bricking in the middle of a gig. I sold my Bose system when i retired from live shows 6 years ago but want to have a small pa for personal use thats why Im looking for another mixer. I am planning on getting some EV ZLX12's since Ive owned around 10 of them and they are great. Glad you got this sorted out
Brian I always enjoy watching/listening to your videos. Even though you didn't have the best luck with you first unit, I did buy a CQ-18T. I really wanted to get the QSC Touchmix, but it's so dated I had a hard time pulling the trigger. It arrived this past Friday, and I used it yesterday at a wedding. I fumbled around a little because I'm still learning where everything is. But, it worked flawlessly for me. I haven't figured out how to record internally, but I did record through an external recorder, and my dynamics have never been good. Thanks for the initial video making me away of this product.
@@TheAngrySoundTech I'm trying to figure out which one of these two to buy (Touchmix or CQ). What is this better with then Touchmix? Also, does this have as good presets as the Touchmix? Thank you deeply
I think the easiest way to describe it is the touchmix is like using windows 98 and the CQ-18T is like using Windows 11. The CQ is just more modern, easier to use and navigate. The Touchmix gets the job done but it's dated and probably close to end of life (at least it should be).
Glad you got issue resolved. I own an SQ5 and a QU16 and both work great. If you are looking for a bigger mixer maybe an SQ5 and a stagebox. It would be cheaper than the advantis and alot smaller.
Ok, @ 524 sample selected as device block size and 96kHz sample rate the latency is as follows: Input latency: 6.83 ms/656 samples Output latency: 8.50 ms/816 samples So I guess about 15 ms total?
Hi Brian, i have few concerns with this. 1) Can I use hardware compressors or other outboard gears in anyway with this. 2) Can I play a minus one track via bluetooth or USB and record the band as well at the same time with all the tracks using multi track recording feature? 3) What are the other important limitations that this mixer has.. and is there any other gear that replaces this at this price point?
Hi there. Long time viewer. first time commenter. I bought a QSC touchmix for my DJ gigs but not entirely happy with it. When you review the CQ mixer, I'd love if you would address some of the things I'm looking for...And here they are. I'm running generally 2 mics, and four stereo inputs (from two DJ controllers, one iPod, plus one Bluetooth rcvr). The toucmix lets you link 2 channels together to make a stereo input. So I link 3&4, 5&6, 7&8 for 3 stereo inputs. I use a dedicated stereo input for the Bluetooth which is generally used to run slide show audio from a presenter's laptop instead of running 50 ft of cable to their headphone out. Making "stereo channels" is a must have for me. Next...I need side-chain compression so when my MC and Motivators are out on the dance floor getting the crowd hyped on the mic, I can compress the music channels a few db when they are on the mics. Next...I need to keep my subwoofer out and mains out channels' levels locked together while I can adjust levels of booth out or delays (all post fader) without affecting the mains levels. On the touchmix, the levels stay perfect only in pre-fader mode. Putting them in post fader brings their levels down and so i need to push them higher and then that affects the mains levels. It's annoying. Also , the CQ interface is EONS beyond the touchmix and I find that useful. So, when you do your review, if you able to address any of mine concerns I'd be grateful. Thanks Brian. Greetings from Boston.
Hi, so I’m interested in both the Allen and Heath QU16 and CQ18T. I play in a 3 piece band (lead/rhythm/bass/vocals and harmony) occasionally drums. seeing as the QU is a bit dated, what do you recommend me investing in, in 2024? Thanks for your time!
One issue I've noticed when trying to connect my computer (desktop or tablet) to the CQ-18T is that the connection to the CQ-18T's own wifi signal must be the ONLY connection active on the (connecting) computer - trying to run the computer with multiple network connections, even if one is hardwired, seems to prevent the CQ-18T from connecting to the CQ Mixpad app - the device shows up in the network options list as expected, and the computer will connect to the device in the network connection as expected - but the APP will NOT connect to the device if ANY other network connections are active - this kinda sucks and I'd love to know a workaround if you have one
I've been on the fence between A&H CQ18 or Yamaha DM3S. I don't need Dante. Priority for me is ease of use/user interface/intuitive. A&H is better priced and easier to use in my opinion. While not in the same ballpark, the Mackie DLZ Creator has a great UI where you tell the unit if you want beginner mode, intermediate mode, or pro mode. Each mode having more parameters the more advanced you go. I wish more mixers offered that as it would appeal to more customers.
DLZ Creator looks good and if they had a live event version with more inputs and outputs I would have bought that as soon as it came out. What kind of events do you do? I got the CQ-18T because it has automix which I find is a necessity for corporate events. I just don't understand why Yamaha left automix out of the DM3. It's the perfect little breakout room mixer.
behringer Xr18 does everything this box does other than the SD card and the screen. But yoiu can but a the XR18 and an ipad for the money it costs. The XR 18 has proven itself to be a great piece of kit and has been supported software wise very very well. Ipad Android PC MAc all been updated. My bet is Allen and Heath will go to sleep with drivers and the thing will be a brick in 2 years time.
I have sort of the same issue go into your system settings on the mixer and type in the IP address. That’s on the mixer and enter that onto your iPad and It will connect the devices.
I have the CQ20B and the Bluetooth and WiFi work great on mine…..however….I noticed my Bluetooth cutting out at a live show when the two guitarist had their wireless systems on and I had my vocal mic on. That is my only issue, pretty sure it was interference. Because it was a benefit show and had multiple bands playing, that band was the only band using more than 1 wireless system and it was the only time I had the issue. Other than that it was a work horse. Just an fyi in case you come across events where multiple wireless systems are being used
I tried going out as a solo vocalist with my RCF Jimx8 and the app. My gut instinct said take the analogue mixer.... and yep, my intuition was right. tablet kept freezing and its not good at multi tasking two apps, even though I did work out how to run them side by side.
I have thought about the wing! It just worries me a little because of the touch screen issues but it would be the easiest upgrade path since I already own a stagebox that is compatible. I just wish I knew if it was a rare occurrence or not. Every time I google it there is always somebody saying they have been waiting 6 months for a replacement screen. It just scares me a little bit because some of the events I'm doing now are very high dollar corporate events. So reliability of the mixer is important.
Yeah, I used my replacement unit at a corporate awards event this past weekend. With an empty room I could walk walk all over the ballroom and it's a big ballroom. But when the room was filled with people I had issues at about 120 feet I would guess. I don't think I'd ever buy the CQ20B because you're dependent on the Wifi but I think it's good enough for the CQ-18T. My new unit is working way better than my original unit was. lol I couldn't get 10 feet without a drop out.
@@TheAngrySoundTechit’s such a shame as the mixer interface is actually very well designed, I’ve added a password to the wifi to stop people accidentally trying to connect their phones and will see what happened on Sat when I try it out again
You know when I saw the Avantis Solo get released I thought about how I mentioned liking the Yamaha DM7 Compact because it was small and awesome. And I liked the Avantis but it was big and awesome. lol Then they released the solo! Believe me I've been thinking about buying it! I just wish it had a little more local i/o. With only 6 in's and out's I'd have to use a stagebox at FOH and the Stage which does add to the cost of the setup. But it is very very tempting...
Hi, just subscribed to your channel. A sound tech that can master the CQ and put up a video on it and call it "CQ For Dummies", would be a God send. I'm an old school musician who recently bought a CQ18T for my small-venue band. I managed a basic mix, but I'd really like to move on from there. Most of what I find online about the CQ is more like an infomercial rather than something instructional.
I feel the same way. That's why I started my youtube channel. I got tired of watching review videos that were basically feature overviews and never really gave an opinion about the product.
Nice update video. Glad you're back doing videos.
There are so many options out there. Being mainly a solo musician for a few decades I used the Bose L1M2 with the T1 tone match. I REALLY wanted to get the new T4 Bose mixer but ive seen a few vids of people using them and them overheating and bricking in the middle of a gig. I sold my Bose system when i retired from live shows 6 years ago but want to have a small pa for personal use thats why Im looking for another mixer. I am planning on getting some EV ZLX12's since Ive owned around 10 of them and they are great. Glad you got this sorted out
Brian I always enjoy watching/listening to your videos. Even though you didn't have the best luck with you first unit, I did buy a CQ-18T. I really wanted to get the QSC Touchmix, but it's so dated I had a hard time pulling the trigger. It arrived this past Friday, and I used it yesterday at a wedding. I fumbled around a little because I'm still learning where everything is. But, it worked flawlessly for me. I haven't figured out how to record internally, but I did record through an external recorder, and my dynamics have never been good. Thanks for the initial video making me away of this product.
I think you went the right route. The touch mix is dated and I never really liked it. I had the touch mix 8 and sold it shortly after I bought it.
I was going to write this same comment.
@@TheAngrySoundTech I'm trying to figure out which one of these two to buy (Touchmix or CQ). What is this better with then Touchmix? Also, does this have as good presets as the Touchmix? Thank you deeply
I think the easiest way to describe it is the touchmix is like using windows 98 and the CQ-18T is like using Windows 11. The CQ is just more modern, easier to use and navigate. The Touchmix gets the job done but it's dated and probably close to end of life (at least it should be).
@@TheAngrySoundTech the CQ18T is the coolest thing I’ve seen in a long time. So much power. Such a small footprint. Underpriced is an understatement.
Glad you got issue resolved. I own an SQ5 and a QU16 and both work great. If you are looking for a bigger mixer maybe an SQ5 and a stagebox. It would be cheaper than the advantis and alot smaller.
Nice video, I have a really important question, what is the latency of it with DAW? Thank you very much for ur time
Ok, @ 524 sample selected as device block size and 96kHz sample rate the latency is as follows:
Input latency: 6.83 ms/656 samples
Output latency: 8.50 ms/816 samples
So I guess about 15 ms total?
@@SammydefinitelynotLorinSmith what about at 48hkz?
Good content very happy you touch on corporate events
Hi Brian, i have few concerns with this. 1) Can I use hardware compressors or other outboard gears in anyway with this. 2) Can I play a minus one track via bluetooth or USB and record the band as well at the same time with all the tracks using multi track recording feature? 3) What are the other important limitations that this mixer has.. and is there any other gear that replaces this at this price point?
Hi there. Long time viewer. first time commenter. I bought a QSC touchmix for my DJ gigs but not entirely happy with it. When you review the CQ mixer, I'd love if you would address some of the things I'm looking for...And here they are. I'm running generally 2 mics, and four stereo inputs (from two DJ controllers, one iPod, plus one Bluetooth rcvr). The toucmix lets you link 2 channels together to make a stereo input. So I link 3&4, 5&6, 7&8 for 3 stereo inputs. I use a dedicated stereo input for the Bluetooth which is generally used to run slide show audio from a presenter's laptop instead of running 50 ft of cable to their headphone out. Making "stereo channels" is a must have for me. Next...I need side-chain compression so when my MC and Motivators are out on the dance floor getting the crowd hyped on the mic, I can compress the music channels a few db when they are on the mics. Next...I need to keep my subwoofer out and mains out channels' levels locked together while I can adjust levels of booth out or delays (all post fader) without affecting the mains levels. On the touchmix, the levels stay perfect only in pre-fader mode. Putting them in post fader brings their levels down and so i need to push them higher and then that affects the mains levels. It's annoying. Also , the CQ interface is EONS beyond the touchmix and I find that useful. So, when you do your review, if you able to address any of mine concerns I'd be grateful. Thanks Brian. Greetings from Boston.
I'm also trying to figure out between those 2.
B'hatzlacha @@yosefshkeidim5755
Hi, so I’m interested in both the Allen and Heath QU16 and CQ18T. I play in a 3 piece band (lead/rhythm/bass/vocals and harmony) occasionally drums. seeing as the QU is a bit dated, what do you recommend me investing in, in 2024? Thanks for your time!
One issue I've noticed when trying to connect my computer (desktop or tablet) to the CQ-18T is that the connection to the CQ-18T's own wifi signal must be the ONLY connection active on the (connecting) computer - trying to run the computer with multiple network connections, even if one is hardwired, seems to prevent the CQ-18T from connecting to the CQ Mixpad app - the device shows up in the network options list as expected, and the computer will connect to the device in the network connection as expected - but the APP will NOT connect to the device if ANY other network connections are active - this kinda sucks and I'd love to know a workaround if you have one
can you connect computer with this with USB cable and play sound from computer to speakers?
Yes
I've been on the fence between A&H CQ18 or Yamaha DM3S. I don't need Dante. Priority for me is ease of use/user interface/intuitive. A&H is better priced and easier to use in my opinion. While not in the same ballpark, the Mackie DLZ Creator has a great UI where you tell the unit if you want beginner mode, intermediate mode, or pro mode. Each mode having more parameters the more advanced you go. I wish more mixers offered that as it would appeal to more customers.
DLZ Creator looks good and if they had a live event version with more inputs and outputs I would have bought that as soon as it came out. What kind of events do you do? I got the CQ-18T because it has automix which I find is a necessity for corporate events. I just don't understand why Yamaha left automix out of the DM3. It's the perfect little breakout room mixer.
behringer Xr18 does everything this box does other than the SD card and the screen. But yoiu can but a the XR18 and an ipad for the money it costs.
The XR 18 has proven itself to be a great piece of kit and has been supported software wise very very well. Ipad Android PC MAc all been updated. My bet is Allen and Heath will go to sleep with drivers and the thing will be a brick in 2 years time.
Any real differences between this and yhe behringer x18, exept the added screen?
Good thing they're not the doctors you tell you can't get your wife pregnant. They would send a diagram of missionary. 😂😂😂
have you looked into Waves LV1 with Touch controller? Very Compact
Any update on this? Also having connection issues at the gig with it. Kept dropping.
I have sort of the same issue go into your system settings on the mixer and type in the IP address. That’s on the mixer and enter that onto your iPad and It will connect the devices.
Given that I'm having similar issues, what analyzer did you use? I've gotten similar "try this" responses thus far
Wi-Fi analyzer premium by olgor.com. It for sure is in the Android app store. I did not check my iPad app store.
Did you get it working. I’m having similar issues
@@Ambientes seems like it. I’ll know more next week
What Wi-Fi analyzer do you use?
I have the CQ20B and the Bluetooth and WiFi work great on mine…..however….I noticed my Bluetooth cutting out at a live show when the two guitarist had their wireless systems on and I had my vocal mic on. That is my only issue, pretty sure it was interference. Because it was a benefit show and had multiple bands playing, that band was the only band using more than 1 wireless system and it was the only time I had the issue. Other than that it was a work horse. Just an fyi in case you come across events where multiple wireless systems are being used
I have the CQ18T - I can’t get output from my Studio One DAW. Has anyone had a similar issue?
Thoughts about the Tascam Sonicview?
Over priced. 🤑🤑😅
Events tech over here. Agreed on all points. Curious about the mix minus for Zoom
I have to ask a dumb question. When you had issues with the first mixer why didn’t you send it back immediately?😂
I order my gear through a wholesale distributor so it's not quite as easy to make exchanges as with a typical retailer.
@@TheAngrySoundTechwhat website is that
The other big drawback with the DM3 for me was only two FX engines.
I tried going out as a solo vocalist with my RCF Jimx8 and the app. My gut instinct said take the analogue mixer.... and yep, my intuition was right. tablet kept freezing and its not good at multi tasking two apps, even though I did work out how to run them side by side.
Have you thought about the WING? Thoughts on it?
I have thought about the wing! It just worries me a little because of the touch screen issues but it would be the easiest upgrade path since I already own a stagebox that is compatible. I just wish I knew if it was a rare occurrence or not. Every time I google it there is always somebody saying they have been waiting 6 months for a replacement screen. It just scares me a little bit because some of the events I'm doing now are very high dollar corporate events. So reliability of the mixer is important.
Wait for wing rack
Used my CQ20B today for an event wifi dropped out 15 times 😂 being sent back tomorrow what a joke
Yeah, I used my replacement unit at a corporate awards event this past weekend. With an empty room I could walk walk all over the ballroom and it's a big ballroom. But when the room was filled with people I had issues at about 120 feet I would guess. I don't think I'd ever buy the CQ20B because you're dependent on the Wifi but I think it's good enough for the CQ-18T. My new unit is working way better than my original unit was. lol I couldn't get 10 feet without a drop out.
@@TheAngrySoundTechit’s such a shame as the mixer interface is actually very well designed, I’ve added a password to the wifi to stop people accidentally trying to connect their phones and will see what happened on Sat when I try it out again
Avantis Solo
You know when I saw the Avantis Solo get released I thought about how I mentioned liking the Yamaha DM7 Compact because it was small and awesome. And I liked the Avantis but it was big and awesome. lol Then they released the solo! Believe me I've been thinking about buying it! I just wish it had a little more local i/o. With only 6 in's and out's I'd have to use a stagebox at FOH and the Stage which does add to the cost of the setup. But it is very very tempting...
It uses Bluetooth 4.1 FFS shit range and shit sound quality! You could add a 5.1/2 or3 receiver however there goes your stereo input!
*Cough* Avantis Solo *cough*