# SQ **URL:** https://forums.allen-heath.com/c/sq/14.md?page=3 [Latest](https://forums.allen-heath.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.allen-heath.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.allen-heath.com/tags.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [Falla en salidas (Ruido)](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/falla-en-salidas-ruido/14044)
**Author:** [@ivanpiniero1987](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/ivanpiniero1987)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [12 August 2026 13:32 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/falla-en-salidas-ruido/14044 "2026-08-12T13:32:27Z")
Hola Soy Ivan, productor. Tengo una Falla en una SQ6, cuando la estamos usando para un ensayo de repente emite un ruido tipo electrónico de onda cuadrada por todas las salidas, no reproduce ningun otro sonido, solo ese f… --- ## [SQ Rack Firmware update?](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-rack-firmware-update/32649)
**Author:** [@flori](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/flori)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [12 August 2026 09:56 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-rack-firmware-update/32649 "2026-08-12T09:56:17Z")
Hi! I have bought a new SQ Rack these days… Since there is the new SQ+ range (5/6/7) I wonder if there will be a 2.0 Firmware update for the (really not so) “old” SQ Range (especially thinking of the newly introduced SQ… --- ## [Routing for multitrack recording](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/routing-for-multitrack-recording/32702)
**Author:** [@russmadeira](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/russmadeira)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [12 August 2026 09:26 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/routing-for-multitrack-recording/32702 "2026-08-12T09:26:59Z")
I want to multitrack record our band rehearsals to the SQ Drive. My inputs are all coming from a GX4816 stagebox, and I’m outputting the Main LR mix to our FOH speakers. How do I output the channels to both the Main LR … --- ## [Smaller SQ S-Link compatible stagebox options](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/smaller-sq-s-link-compatible-stagebox-options/32188)
**Author:** [@Vercavich](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Vercavich)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [11 August 2026 15:07 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/smaller-sq-s-link-compatible-stagebox-options/32188 "2026-08-11T15:07:55Z")
I have a simple application where I need an SQ S-Link compatible stagebox where I only need to use 1 or 2 outputs. All the options available I’ve seen are way over kill on I/O numbers and price for what’s required. Is th… --- ## [Soft button option to turn on off inserts on channels](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/soft-button-option-to-turn-on-off-inserts-on-channels/32202)
**Author:** [@ahrenlanforgmail-com](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/ahrenlanforgmail-com)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [11 August 2026 05:36 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/soft-button-option-to-turn-on-off-inserts-on-channels/32202 "2026-08-11T05:36:15Z")
I would like to not safe channels and create two scenes to turn off inserts on my channels when it would be so much faster and easier to have it as a soft button option. this feels easy to add. --- ## [SQ5+ Recording Freeze](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-recording-freeze/32561)
**Author:** [@Marvelous\_Don\_Green](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Marvelous_Don_Green)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [10 August 2026 13:47 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-recording-freeze/32561 "2026-08-10T13:47:36Z")
I’m experiencing a strange issue with my SQ5+ while recording a stereo mix to a USB drive. The recording appears to stop by itself—the time counter freezes—and after that, neither the STOP button nor the RECORD button r… --- ## [Fx to mons-independant from LR](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/fx-to-mons-independant-from-lr/32687)
**Author:** [@Dave54](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Dave54)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [10 August 2026 07:05 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/fx-to-mons-independant-from-lr/32687 "2026-08-10T07:05:27Z")
I’m so confused. Is there a way to have the fx to an aux out not be tied to the channel LR level? I’ve tried every combination I can think of and with the input channel FX send set to post fader (for proper LR fx), the… --- ## [My wish - Sidechain on multiband compressor and Dynamic EQ](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/my-wish-sidechain-on-multiband-compressor-and-dynamic-eq/32680)
**Author:** [@Hakon\_Flatoy](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Hakon_Flatoy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [9 August 2026 06:15 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/my-wish-sidechain-on-multiband-compressor-and-dynamic-eq/32680 "2026-08-09T06:15:32Z")
Title says it all. I want it, i need it. I use these all the time. Routing “everything” but vocals and bassdrum to a group. This group i put a multiband compressor or Dynamic EQ on, and i use sidechain from vocals to mak… --- ## [Carry bag AP9931](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/carry-bag-ap9931/9628)
**Author:** [@ilya20008](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/ilya20008)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [9 August 2026 04:33 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/carry-bag-ap9931/9628 "2026-08-09T04:33:12Z")
Hi! I liked the AP9931 bag, it’s very convenient to travel on an airplane with this bag, where weight matters a lot. I’m wondering if this bag will fit my SQ5 mixer? --- ## [2 SQ OVER DANTE](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/2-sq-over-dante/32444)
**Author:** [@BU\_SQ-5\_USER](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/BU_SQ-5_USER)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [8 August 2026 21:27 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/2-sq-over-dante/32444 "2026-08-08T21:27:30Z")
Hi everyone! I’m a regular SQ5 user, and I’m planning to buy an SQ6+ as well. I’d like to link the two consoles together using two M-SQ-DANT64 cards. My first question is: once the two cards are installed, will they co… --- ## [Checkout failed](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/checkout-failed/32663)
**Author:** [@Dave54](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Dave54)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [6 August 2026 17:18 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/checkout-failed/32663 "2026-08-06T17:18:23Z")
Just got my new SQ+. So excited. Then I tried to get the add-ons. It all worked until I tried to check out, and their website tossed an error. Anyone else having problems? --- ## [SQ5 - USB Drops randomly](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-usb-drops-randomly/32656)
**Author:** [@philhobbs](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/philhobbs)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [6 August 2026 14:56 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-usb-drops-randomly/32656 "2026-08-06T14:56:22Z")
Hello All I’ve been having the same difficulty for years now (3-4 times per year): When recording a live show through my SQ5 into Logic pro; the USB connection will randomly drop. If I reset my SQ5 everything is fine a… --- ## [Aux or Group as source for "Ext in to PAFL"](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/aux-or-group-as-source-for-ext-in-to-pafl/31450)
**Author:** [@pbeasley](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/pbeasley)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [6 August 2026 08:45 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/aux-or-group-as-source-for-ext-in-to-pafl/31450 "2026-08-06T08:45:55Z")
It would be great to select a group or aux bus as a source to feed into the Listen bus at all times. In my use case, I set up an aux with all talkback mics (FOH, mine at MONS, Several from the band) so that I can always … --- ## [SQ+:- Adding libraries, Auto Gain and Feedback surpression, and new Auto Lead/Solo feature](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-adding-libraries-auto-gain-and-feedback-surpression-and-new-auto-lead-solo-feature/32181)
**Author:** [@AjamSonic](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/AjamSonic)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [5 August 2026 20:22 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-adding-libraries-auto-gain-and-feedback-surpression-and-new-auto-lead-solo-feature/32181 "2026-08-05T20:22:44Z")
Great to be here. We just ordered our new QU-6 mixer in November 2025, and upon hearing and researching the SQ+, we have decided to upgrade to the SQ5+. One of the most important features that made us take this leap of … --- ## [SQ+ Control App](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-control-app/32430)
**Author:** [@Jim\_Clauer](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Jim_Clauer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [5 August 2026 19:57 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-control-app/32430 "2026-08-05T19:57:11Z")
This is greatly needed. If you are touting the plus as a new version of the SQ you need to include the same applications. I was told by support that there is currently no plan to even develop this and that is simply unac… --- ## [SQ5 digital output but no analog output](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-digital-output-but-no-analog-output/32505)
**Author:** [@SPOONS](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/SPOONS)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [5 August 2026 10:42 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-digital-output-but-no-analog-output/32505 "2026-08-05T10:42:11Z")
We experienced this today and wondered if anyone can offer suggestions (or sympathy!). We have had our SQ5 for about 4 years. We have digital (ethernet) links to two stage boxes and thence to powered monitor speakers fr… --- ## [EQ INDIPENDENTE SULLE MATRICI](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/eq-indipendente-sulle-matrici/32578)
**Author:** [@DIEGO](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/DIEGO)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [4 August 2026 10:32 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/eq-indipendente-sulle-matrici/32578 "2026-08-04T10:32:45Z")
Salve. Come ho fatto notare qualche tempo fa, non mi spiego il perchè le matrici non hanno l’equalizzazione indipendente dal main e non posso assegnare su di loro singolarmente i canali di ingresso come se fossero degli… --- ## [What’s your SQ(+) De-Feedback/Clear Voice Live setup and experience?](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/what-s-your-sq-de-feedback-clear-voice-live-setup-and-experience/32477)
**Author:** [@Tristan](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Tristan)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [31 July 2026 12:36 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/what-s-your-sq-de-feedback-clear-voice-live-setup-and-experience/32477 "2026-07-31T12:36:11Z")
Hello everyone! I’m interested in bringing De-Feedback and/or Clear Voice Live into my SQ5+ setup to increase gain before feedback, reduce room reverberation and improve overall vocal clarity. At the moment, it seems t… --- ## [Peak Limiter 76 settings change on iPad, and are not synched between tablet and board](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/peak-limiter-76-settings-change-on-ipad-and-are-not-synched-between-tablet-and-board/27475)
**Author:** [@mfsoa](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/mfsoa)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [30 July 2026 18:04 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/peak-limiter-76-settings-change-on-ipad-and-are-not-synched-between-tablet-and-board/27475 "2026-07-30T18:04:38Z")
I noticed during a gig last week that when in Processing mode, while mixing via iPad (MixPad 1.6.0), that when I select another input channel and then reselect the original IP, that both the Input and Output settings on … --- ## [Softkeys - Control Talkback Routing](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/softkeys-control-talkback-routing/32616)
**Author:** [@juanfrost](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/juanfrost)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [30 July 2026 09:21 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/softkeys-control-talkback-routing/32616 "2026-07-30T09:21:45Z")
On the GLD80, we use the Softkey’s to control the Talkback allocation. I.e. During the Host Mic sound check, I can speak through the FOH speakers. Or using softkeys I can speak to certain members of the band without both… --- ## [SQ7 Won't Link After Power Surge](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq7-wont-link-after-power-surge/32608)
**Author:** [@Aroyer](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Aroyer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [29 July 2026 15:46 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq7-wont-link-after-power-surge/32608 "2026-07-29T15:46:11Z")
Hi all, At my church, we are running an SQ7 with a GX4816. This morning, the church was struck by lightning, tripping breakers and messing up the wifi as well. I went in today so that we could test if the audio system w… --- ## [SQ5 Transferring show file from USB](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-transferring-show-file-from-usb/32605)
**Author:** [@tomdavi](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/tomdavi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [29 July 2026 11:56 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq5-transferring-show-file-from-usb/32605 "2026-07-29T11:56:03Z")
Trying to transfer a show file created on another SQ5 to my SQ5 via a formatted usb stick. Transfer appears to be going ahead and then I consistently get “failed verify”. Causing me grief !! Any ideas ? --- ## [Firmware is 1.6.3 on SQ5. What version of mix pad should I use?](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/firmware-is-1-6-3-on-sq5-what-version-of-mix-pad-should-i-use/32596)
**Author:** [@gwhiz](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/gwhiz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [29 July 2026 05:57 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/firmware-is-1-6-3-on-sq5-what-version-of-mix-pad-should-i-use/32596 "2026-07-29T05:57:33Z")
I thought the version of mix pad for example, 1.6.1 currently available for download here on the website must match the version of the firmware. I was told that a mixing console I’m going to use is at 1.6.3 already. Will… --- ## [SQ+ suggestion, wishes and criticism](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-suggestion-wishes-and-criticism/32308)
**Author:** [@Tristan](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Tristan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [28 July 2026 05:32 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-suggestion-wishes-and-criticism/32308 "2026-07-28T05:32:45Z")
After working with the SQ series consoles for 5+ years and now the SQ+ here is a list of suggestions, wishes and criticism I have regarding the SQ+ series. Channel to matrix routing Please, please, pretty please add ch… --- ## [SQ+ screen encoder question](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-screen-encoder-question/32562)
**Author:** [@soundave](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/soundave)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [21 July 2026 21:32 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-screen-encoder-question/32562 "2026-07-21T21:32:28Z")
Hi. Is the screen encoder, or any of the encoders on the new SQ+ of a higher physical quality than the original SQ? If so, could the new encoder/encoders be swaped into an original SQ? --- ## [Compressor on FX returns](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/compressor-on-fx-returns/12139)
**Author:** [@litti](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/litti)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [21 July 2026 21:23 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/compressor-on-fx-returns/12139 "2026-07-21T21:23:42Z")
This is the feature I miss the most from my GLD days, when I could also route the Fx send to a “normal” fully processable stereo channel. When I owned the Gld I used to compress the return of the delay or echo Fx in orde… --- ## [Problems with playback on multitrack](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/problems-with-playback-on-multitrack/32558)
**Author:** [@Dentallica](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Dentallica)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [20 July 2026 23:48 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/problems-with-playback-on-multitrack/32558 "2026-07-20T23:48:22Z")
I have a 4 hour show recorded as 18 tracks on an external drive and I’m trying to do a virual sound check but when I skip around between songs playback is totally all over the place. When I try and drag the marker to whe… --- ## [SQ control app for iOS?](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-control-app-for-ios/23717)
**Author:** [@deanscutt](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/deanscutt)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [20 July 2026 23:45 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-control-app-for-ios/23717 "2026-07-20T23:45:24Z")
Hey I found the QU control app really useful for allowing non tech team members to control an install system. will this be coming out for the SQ now the SQ rack is out and has the same feature on the console? --- ## [Relinquish graphic EQ on mix, get more EQ bands](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/relinquish-graphic-eq-on-mix-get-more-eq-bands/32494)
**Author:** [@Saverkem](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Saverkem)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [20 July 2026 14:50 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/relinquish-graphic-eq-on-mix-get-more-eq-bands/32494 "2026-07-20T14:50:38Z")
Relinquish graphic EQ on mix to free up processing power So that we could have more EQ bands in the parametric EQ. Could be very handy on the mixbus and matrices but also on groups. I notice that I rarely use the graph… --- ## [SQ-6 home screen for shut down](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-6-home-screen-for-shut-down/32504)
**Author:** [@Cornerstone\_Berean\_C](https://forums.allen-heath.com/u/Cornerstone_Berean_C)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [18 July 2026 19:41 UTC](https://forums.allen-heath.com/t/sq-6-home-screen-for-shut-down/32504 "2026-07-18T19:41:06Z")
Hello, Our board has generally lost the ability to pull up the home screen on the double tap of an SEL button. You can see it try to load, but it will not pull up change user or shut down. Any tips? running 1.6.3 r6268 [Previous page](https://forums.allen-heath.com/c/sq/14.md?page=2) [Next page](https://forums.allen-heath.com/c/sq/14.md?page=4)