Digital and analog mixing consoles
Allen & Heath consoles are popular with studios, churches and small venues because the workflow is straightforward and firmware updates stay free. Used SQ and Qu series desks hold value well when they come from single owners. The critical checks are fader response, encoder drift and touchscreen calibration, all of which can be tested in a few minutes.
Test every fader and encoder; single-owner studio desks are the safest buys.
Realistic depreciation bands for used pro audio by brand and category, plus the factors that slow or accelerate value loss on speakers, consoles and DJ gear.
What A, B+, B and C condition grades actually mean for used speakers, which defects are cosmetic, and the specific checks behind each grade.
How to pack and ship used speakers, consoles and subwoofers across borders without losing the value you saved on the purchase.
Inspected used pro audio, priced fairly and shipped worldwide.
