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Best Digital Mixers 2026

Top-rated digital mixers 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: February 4, 2026 • Next update: February 11, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Professional Live For Theater For Corporate For Installation For Large Venues For Complex Routing
BRANDS: Behringer Allen & Heath Yamaha Midas Soundcraft Presonus
Allen & Heath Qu-32 Chrome Hands On Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Allen & Heath Qu-32 Chrome Hands On Bundle

by Allen & Heath
Complex Routing Large Venues Theater
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Compact size with many channels
  • • Scene recall and automation
✗ CONS
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts
  • • Requires power and boot-up time

Allen & Heath Qu-32 Chrome Hands On Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath Qu-32 Chrome*Digital Mixer...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 549936
$3,628
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath SQ7 Bundle I - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Allen & Heath SQ7 Bundle I

by Allen & Heath
Professional Live Large Venues Installation
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Compact size with many channels
  • • Scene recall and automation
✗ CONS
  • • Complex menu systems
  • • Requires power and boot-up time

Allen & Heath SQ7 Bundle I*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath SQ7*48-Channel Digital Mixer*With 96 kHz...

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 442148
$6,632
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath SQ6 Case Bundle I - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Allen & Heath SQ6 Case Bundle I

by Allen & Heath
Theater Professional Live Corporate
Key Feature:
• Advanced routing and matrix
✓ PROS
  • • Remote control capabilities
  • • Compact size with many channels
✗ CONS
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts
  • • More expensive than analogue

Allen & Heath SQ6 Case Bundle I*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath SQ6*48-Channel Digital Mixer*With 96...

⭐ 4.9/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 426536
$4,937
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath QU-7D - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Allen & Heath QU-7D

by Allen & Heath
Professional Live Installation Corporate
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Scene recall and automation
  • • Advanced routing and matrix
✗ CONS
  • • Complex menu systems
  • • More expensive than analogue

Allen & Heath QU-7D32-channel digital mixer with Dante interface7" capacitive touchscreen33 fader32 Mic / Line...

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 617846
$3,871
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath SQ7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Allen & Heath SQ7

by Allen & Heath
Complex Routing Theater Professional Live
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Remote control capabilities
  • • Advanced routing and matrix
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than analogue
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts

Allen & Heath SQ748-Channel Digital MixerWith 96 kHz FPGA processing33 Faders / 6 layers12 x Mono or Stereo mixes...

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 441627
$6,268
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath SQ6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Allen & Heath SQ6

by Allen & Heath
Large Venues Complex Routing Installation
Key Feature:
• Built-in effects and processing
✓ PROS
  • • Scene recall and automation
  • • Remote control capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Steeper learning curve
  • • More expensive than analogue

Allen & Heath SQ648-Channel Digital MixerWith 96 kHz FPGA processing25 Faders / 6 Layers12 Stereo mixes (perfect...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 425050
$4,575
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath CQ18T Bag Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Allen & Heath CQ18T Bag Bundle

by Allen & Heath
Large Venues Installation Corporate
Key Feature:
• Advanced routing and matrix
✓ PROS
  • • Scene recall and automation
  • • Compact size with many channels
✗ CONS
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts
  • • More expensive than analogue

Allen & Heath CQ18T Bag Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath CQ18T*Compact Bluetooth Digital Mixer...

⭐ 4.9/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 590298
$1,121
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath CQ12T Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Allen & Heath CQ12T Case Bundle

by Allen & Heath
Installation Corporate Complex Routing
Key Feature:
• Compact size with many channels
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects and processing
  • • Compact size with many channels
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power and boot-up time
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts

Allen & Heath CQ12T Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath CQ12T*Compact Bluetooth Digital Mixer...

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 585543
$996
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath CQ20B Bag Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Allen & Heath CQ20B Bag Bundle

by Allen & Heath
Professional Live Installation Theater
Key Feature:
• Compact size with many channels
✓ PROS
  • • Remote control capabilities
  • • Built-in effects and processing
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than analogue
  • • Steeper learning curve

Allen & Heath CQ20B Bag Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath CQ20B*Bluetooth Digital Mixing...

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 590297
$974
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath CQ12T Inlay Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Allen & Heath CQ12T Inlay Case Bundle

by Allen & Heath
Professional Live Large Venues Complex Routing
Key Feature:
• Built-in effects and processing
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in effects and processing
  • • Scene recall and automation
✗ CONS
  • • Steeper learning curve
  • • Complex menu systems

Allen & Heath CQ12T Inlay Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath CQ12T*Compact Bluetooth Digital...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 600834
$945
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath Qu-32 Chrome - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Allen & Heath Qu-32 Chrome

by Allen & Heath
Large Venues Corporate Theater
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Scene recall and automation
  • • Remote control capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Steeper learning curve
  • • Requires power and boot-up time

Allen & Heath Qu-32 ChromeDigital Mixer for Live and Studio32 Mono inputs (XLR/jack)3 Stereo Inputs (jack)4 Stereo...

⭐ 4.9/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 344397
$3,619
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath QU-7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Allen & Heath QU-7

by Allen & Heath
Theater Large Venues Installation
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Scene recall and automation
  • • Built-in effects and processing
✗ CONS
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts
  • • More expensive than analogue

Allen & Heath QU-738-Channel Digital Mixer38 inputs for mixing (32 mono2 stereoUSB)32 Mic/Line combo inputsTwo...

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 617845
$3,552
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath SQ6, Case, DX168/X Bundle I - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Allen & Heath SQ6, Case, DX168/X Bundle I

by Allen & Heath
Professional Live Corporate Installation
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
  • • Advanced routing and matrix
  • • Remote control capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts
  • • Steeper learning curve

Allen & Heath SQ6, Case, DX168/X Bundle I*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath SQ6*48-Channel Digital...

⭐ 4.4/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 426534
$7,215
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath SQ5, Case, DX168/X Bundle II - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Allen & Heath SQ5, Case, DX168/X Bundle II

by Allen & Heath
Installation Professional Live Theater
Key Feature:
• Advanced routing and matrix
✓ PROS
  • • Advanced routing and matrix
  • • Compact size with many channels
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power and boot-up time
  • • Potential digital conversion artifacts

Allen & Heath SQ5, Case, DX168/X Bundle II*Bundle offer comprising*, Allen & Heath SQ5*48-Channel Digital...

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 426490
$6,885
Buy at Thomann View Details
Allen & Heath QU-5 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Allen & Heath QU-5

by Allen & Heath
Large Venues Professional Live Complex Routing
Key Feature:
• Remote control capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Scene recall and automation
  • • Advanced routing and matrix
✗ CONS
  • • Steeper learning curve
  • • Requires power and boot-up time

Allen & Heath QU-538-Channel Digital Mixing Console38 inputs for mixing (32 mono2 stereoUSB)16 mic / line combo...

⭐ 4.9/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 617831
$2,232
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Digital Mixers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced digital mixers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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