Hi Phil – be cautious…
We have recently upgraded our sound system to a new M2 chiped Mac Mini, generally running all audio and video via QLab. Anticipating issues, we updated the Qu32 firmware to the latest version, and connected the mac to the Qu32 via an ‘official’ Apple USB adaptor into the Qu’s USB port.
Unfortunatly the results are dissapointing. Every few seconds there is a click, soemtimes very audible – sometimes less so.
Thinking it was a problem with the Mac, we swapped it out with a new MacBook Pro, also with an M2 chip – same problem….swapping back to the older Mac the problem goes away. Not a QLab issue, as same clicking when playing back via iTunes.
Very disapointed that Allen & Heath have not kept up with other companies progress – as THE main digital thing that will be connected via the USB port into what is, you know, a digital mixer, there should be constant eyes on what Apple are up to!!
With 3 Qu mixers in our venues, I’m hoping the A&H will ride over the hill with a fix very soon. After over 30 years of championing and buying A&H mixers – I might be forced to jump ship – it will be a sad day.
Any help or advice from ANY quarter will be welcome
thanks
Clive
