Using USB as insert for external processing (eg. wavesrack)

[0liver]

I know this is possible with other digital consoles in and around the price range of the qu16; but even after checking the manual, I am not sure if this is possible, so;

Can I stream all my inputs on the board to my macbook; and rather then record; use software like wavesrack or even my DAW (cubase) to process (EQ, dynamics, etc) and return it to the respective channel?

Essentially using the USB streaming as an insert.

[Lou]

This is a great question! It would be nice to get an answer… although it can be tried and see for yourself. I might do that…

[Nicola A&H]

Not really. A channel is sourced from either the XLR/dSNAKE socket or USB. What you are suggesting is an ‘Insert Return from USB’ which is not supported. You can only insert internal FX on a channel.

However you can use plugins over USB B for send-return FX such as reverbs and delays. For example, assign a Mix to USB 19-20 in Setup / Audio / Output Patch, then route the return from your DAW to one of the Stereo channels.

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