DiGiCo X-Q5-W-WS Quantum 5 Digital Mixing Console with Waves SoundGrid

The DiGiCo X-Q5-W-WS Quantum 5 combines the proven SD5 control surface with the advanced Quantum engine, delivering exceptional processing power for demanding live sound environments. Driven by three high-performance FPGAs, it provides fast, reliable performance with remarkable audio quality. Its intuitive workflow allows engineers to handle complex productions with confidence.

Integrated Waves SoundGrid

Equipped with built-in Waves SoundGrid connectivity, the X-Q5-W-WS enables seamless integration with Waves plugins for real-time audio processing. Engineers can expand their creative possibilities using industry-leading effects, dynamics, and virtual soundcheck capabilities. The integrated 64×64 Waves interface provides low-latency plugin performance without additional hardware.

Professional Mixing Features

Supporting up to 256 input channels, 128 buses, and a 36×36 matrix, the console is designed for large-scale productions. Every channel benefit from advanced processing including Dynamic EQ, DiGiTube, dual insert points, channel delay, and comprehensive dynamics. The addition of Mustard Processing and Spice Rack FPGA effects further enhances sound quality and mixing flexibility.

Flexible Connectivity

The Quantum 5 offers extensive connectivity with local analog and AES I/O, multiple MADI ports, dual DMI slots, USB MADI recording, and Optocore networking support. This versatile architecture allows easy integration into touring systems, broadcast facilities, theaters, and permanent installations while accommodating a wide range of digital audio protocols.

Advanced Monitoring & Workflow

Features such as Nodal Processing and True Solo provide monitor engineers with exceptional control over IEM mixes and artist monitoring. The console also supports flexible bus configurations, comprehensive routing, and customizable workflows. Three responsive 15-inch touchscreens and 37 motorized faders ensure fast operation during demanding live productions.

Built for Large-Scale Productions

Designed for professional touring, festivals, houses of worship, broadcast, and theater applications, the X-Q5-W-WS delivers outstanding reliability and performance. Its powerful Quantum processing engine, integrated Waves SoundGrid interface, and flexible expansion options make it an ideal solution for engineers requiring premium audio quality and maximum operational flexibility.

What’s in the Box:

• Q5 & SD5 3 Piece Flight Case with Pullout Keyboard on Casters
• Connection: MADI x 8
• Internal Waves Card
• UB-MADI
• DMI Port x 2
• Connectors: BNC

Product Specifications:

Waves SoundGrid: Integrated as standard.

SoundGrid I/O: 64 input × 64 output channels.

Plugin Processing: Supports real-time Waves plugin processing with low latency.

Network Interface: Dedicated Gigabit Ethernet SoundGrid connection.

Faders: 37 x 100mm touch-sensitive, motorised

Screens: 3 x 15" LCD high-resolution touch screens

Meterbridge: 2 x Custom Mounted LCD high-resolution TFT-LCD screens

Internal PSU: 2 x Internal Power Supplies

Processing Channels: Up to 330 (combination of Input Channels, Aux, and Solo Group Busses)

Busses: Up to 128 Aux/Group busses with full processing (Mono, Stereo, LCR, 5.1)

Matrix: Up to 36 Inputs / 36 Outputs with full processing

Control Groups: Up to 36, selectable for VCA-style, Moving Fader, or Mute Group

Graphic EQ: 32 x 32-band, Gain ±12dB

Internal FX: Up to 36 stereo effects, including 16 floating-point reverbs

Local I/O: 8 x Mic/Line I/O, 8 x AES I/O

MADI Interfaces: 8 x MADI @ 48kHz, 4 redundant @ 96kHz (BNC connectivity)

Optocore: Standard (Dual Loop – Optional)

Sampling Rates: 48kHz / 96kHz

GPIO: 2 x DSub37

DMI: 2 x DiGiCo Multichannel Interface Slots

Waves: Fitted as Standard

External Sync: Word Clock, AES, Video, MADI, Optocore

Power Requirements: 90V–260V AC, 50–60Hz, 790VA

Sample Rate: 48kHz or 96kHz

Processing Delay: 2ms typical @ 48kHz (253 Channels), 1.1ms @ 96kHz

Internal Processing: Up to 40-bit Floating Point

A/D & D/A Conversion: 24-bit Converter Bit Depth

Frequency Response: ±0.6dB (20Hz–20kHz)

THD: <0.05% @ Unity Gain, +10dB Input @ 1kHz

Channel Separation: Better than 90dB (40Hz–15kHz)

Residual Output Noise: < -90dBu Typical (20Hz–20kHz)

Microphone Input Noise: Better than -126dB Equivalent Input Noise (EIN)

Maximum Output Level: +22dBu

Maximum Input Level: +22dBu

Channel Name: User-defined with Presets

Channel Selection: Mono, Stereo, or Multi

Input Routing: Main and Alternate Input

Analogue Gain: -20dB to +60dB

Phase: Normal / Reverse

Digital Trim: -40dB to +40dB (Input), -20dB to +60dB (Output)

Delay: Greater than 1 second with Coarse and Fine Control

DiGiTuBe: Drive 0.01–50.0, Bias 0–6

Low Pass Filter: 20Hz–20kHz, 24dB/Octave

High Pass Filter: 20Hz–20kHz, 24dB/Octave

Insert A: Pre EQ/Dynamics On/Off

Input EQ: 4-Band Parametric or Dynamic EQ with Shelf Options

Output EQ: 8-Band EQ with Dynamic EQ Support

EQ Gain: ±18dB

EQ Frequency Range: 20Hz–20kHz

EQ Q Range: 0.1–20 (Parametric), 0.10–0.85 (Shelf)

Dynamic EQ: Over/Under Mode with Adjustable Threshold, Attack, Release, and Ratio

Dynamics 1: Single-Band or 3-Band Multiband Compressor with Auto Gain

Dynamics 2: Gate, Ducker, and Compressor with Sidechain Support

De-Esser: Adjustable Threshold, Release, Ratio, and Frequency Width

Insert B: Post EQ/Dynamics On/Off

EQ/Dynamics Order: EQ→Dynamics or Dynamics→EQ

Mute: Channel Mute / Hard Mute

Solo: Solo Bus 1, Solo Bus 2, Both, Auto Solo

Channel Safe: Input, EQ, Dynamics, Aux, Pan, Fader/Mute, Inserts, Busses, Directs, or Full Safe

Output Routing: Busses, Outputs, Inserts, and FX

Direct Output: On/Off, Pre-Mute, Pre-Fade, Post-Fade, Level ±18dB

Fader: 100mm Motorised Fader, ∞ to +10dB

Product Weight: 257 lbs.

Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 57.68" x 32.99" x 18.03"