Description
The Citronic Q-PAD-8 is a compact mixer built for live use, project studios, laptop DJs and podcasting. It runs on USB-C power using the supplied adaptor with a UK plug, and a second USB-C port acts as an audio interface for direct recording and playback from a PC. That means you can record your mix and play tracks back through the same connection without extra hardware. It measures 265 x 192 x 56mm and weighs 966g, so it takes up very little space on a desk or in a gig bag.
There are four mono channels, each taking an XLR input for a microphone or a 6.3mm jack for line or instrument level, with the two selectable. Individually switchable +48V phantom power supports condenser microphones on these channels. Two further stereo line channels accept 6.3mm jacks, or a single jack for mono working. Every channel has a Gain control plus Bass and Treble EQ, along with an AUX control that either feeds the internal digital delay effect or sends the signal to external gear through the AUX output.
For playback, a USB-A (US: type-A) connector reads mp3 and wma files from a pen drive (US: flash drive), and the built-in Bluetooth receiver streams wireless audio from a phone or tablet. Outputs cover main outs on both jack and XLR, a headphone output, an AUX out and stereo RCA recording outputs. Between the effects, the range of inputs and the flexible routing, the Q-PAD-8 handles a lot in a small footprint.
Specification
| Power supply |
5Vdc 3A (USB-C adaptor supplied) |
| USB computer interface |
Type-C interface for PC |
| Audio source |
USB audio player, Bluetooth receiver |
| Outputs |
Main out L+R jack + XLR, Phones out, AUX out, REC out L+R RCA |
| Inputs |
4 x mono XLR/jack, 2 x Stereo L+R jack |
| Effects |
Adjustable delay effect |
| Phantom power |
+48V (switchable) |
| Dimensions |
265mm x 192mm x 56mm |
| Weight |
0.97KG |
Downloads
Product Manual
Frequently Asked
How is the Q-PAD-8 powered?
It runs on 5Vdc 3A via USB-C, using the supplied USB-C adaptor with a UK plug.
Can I record straight into a computer?
Yes. A second USB-C port acts as a Type-C audio interface for direct recording and playback with a PC.
Does it support condenser microphones?
Yes. The four mono channels offer individually switchable +48V phantom power for condenser mics.
What inputs are available?
There are 4 mono channels with combined XLR/jack inputs and 2 stereo line channels taking 6.3mm jacks.
Can I play music wirelessly?
Yes. The built-in Bluetooth receiver streams audio from a phone or tablet, and a USB-A port plays mp3 and wma files from a pen drive.
What outputs does it have?
Main outs on both jack and XLR, a headphone output, an AUX out and stereo RCA recording outputs.