The allen heath qu 7d is ideal for audio professionals looking for a compact digital mixer with flexible routing powerful processing and dante connectivity. It features a 96khz xcvi fpga core delivering clean low latency audio across 36 mixable inputs. The built in 16x16 dante interface allows fast integration with networked systems making it easier to route signals between amplifiers stageboxes or computers using standard ethernet. The control surface is designed for speed and clarity. A 7 inch capacitive touchscreen gives you direct access to eq dynamics and routing settings while 33 motorised faders and custom channel layers streamline mix management. Eight assignable softkeys and four channel strip layers allow flexible setups for different users or show types so you can move quickly between tasks without menu diving. Built in tools like gain assistant and feedback assistant help speed up system setup particularly in live environments. The onboard automatic mic mixer also supports speech heavy events where multiple microphones are in use. Combined with six internal fx engines the qu 7d can handle both technical and creative aspects of a mix with minimal external gear. Multitrack recording is simple with both usb c and sd card options available. Capture up to 32 channels without a computer or play back tracks for virtual soundchecks. The slink port lets you connect remote i o easily while app control from ios android mac or windows adds even more flexibility. Its a solid choice for venues hire companies and engineers needing a reliable and adaptable digital mixer.