The QL5 digital mixing console from Yamaha has a 32+2 fader configuration designed to adapt to a variety of channel layouts. It provides 64 mono and 8 stereo mix channels, 16 mix and 8 matrix busses, and 32 in 16 out local I/O.
Yamaha QL5 Features
- Mix channels: 64 mono, 8 stereo
- Busses: 16 mix, 8 matrix (Input to Matrix supported)
- Local I/O: 32 in, 16 out
- Fader configuration: 32 + 2 (Master)
- Stainless steel iPad support stays
- Dan Dugan automatic mixer built in
- Refined interface for intuitive control
- Touch and turn operation
- Faders designed for fit, feel, and visual feedback
- Selected channel controls for direct, instant access
- Comprehensive fader bank section
- Rack mountable with optional RK1 Rack Mount Kit
- QL5 Digital Mixing Console1
- Power cord1
- Nuendo Live software1
- Input Channels64 mono + 8 stereo
- Mix Buses16
- Matrices8 (Input to Matrix supported)
- Stereo Buses1
- Mono Buses1
- Cue Buses1 (Second Cue Bus supported in QL V4.0 or later)
- Analog Input32
- Analog Output16
- Digital Inputs2x EtherCon Cat5 (Dante)
- Digital Outputs
- 1x XLR (AES/EBU)
- 2x EtherCon Cat5 (Dante)
- Data I/OEthernet
- External Redundant Power SupplyNo
- Display10-inch Touch Panel
- Faders32 + 2
- Rack MountableNo
- Software
- QL Editor (Win/Mac)
- QL StageMix (iPAD app)
- MonitorMix
- Console File Converter
- Dimensions (WxHxD)32.6x10.7x22.2"
- Net Weight48.1 lbs
More about Yamaha's QL Digital Mixing Consoles
Ideal for live sound and broadcast, QL digital mixing consoles have been designed to deliver outstanding quality that encompasses all-in-one mixing, processing, and routing capability. Boasting premium Yamaha functionality found in other mixing series such as their acclaimed CL Series of digital mixing consoles, QL is specifically intended for small to medium-scale live sound, corporate speech events, installations, and more.
Experience precision control with QL’s ergonomic and tactile fader knobs. Knobs have non-slip inserts for smooth, slip-free fades, while the knobs are sculpted to provide clear visibility at the fader scale from nearly any angle. Fader displays allow you to color code or edit names for channels, as well as view pan and fader values. Adjust the brightness of the display for lower-lit environments. Assign variable parameters to the four User Defined Knobs for instant access, while Custom Fader Bank selection allows each fader section to be instantly reorganized. Store up to 300 complete setups as “scenes” to be instantly accessed whenever needed. Achieve hands-on control over console functions using 12 user-defined keys. A Selected Channel interface offers an overview of available channel parameters, while its large touchscreen allows direct control.
Input and output channels boast up to 1000 ms delays for precise microphone phase compensation or speaker distance compensation and room tuning, respectively. Every channel has a 4-band parametric EQ, two dynamic processors on inputs, and one dynamic processor on outputs. De-esser can also be selected for bandpass-type EQ. Streamline control by grouping multiple input channels into 16 DCA groups. Using the Dimmer Level function, you can also assign multiple channels to up to 8 mute groups to enable instant mute/unmute. Gain Compensation automatically deploys at the digital stage to maintain constant gain throughout the network. You can limit function access via multiple User Key sets that can be stored in the console itself or on USB. A 5-input/5-output GPI interface allows the console to respond to input from external switches, as well as to transmit on/off status to external devices.
Scale and customize your setup. Separate console and I/O rack components communicate via Dante™ network audio protocol and “Port to Port” capability, for a fast, streamlined setup. Dante allows connection to up to eight I/O rack units for flexible configuration and superior signal reliability. QL’s dual Mini-YGDAI slots accept myriad expansion cards. Connect multiple QL units via I/O cards to achieve high channel capacities. Additionally, QL can be combined with other Dante-capable devices, such as CL series consoles and R series I/O rack units. The Yamaha Console File Converter application provides compatibility with PM5D, M7CL, and LS9 consoles as well.
