CQ-20B vs SQ-Rack
The SQ-Rack costs about $1,999 more than the CQ-20B and buys you 8 more I/O, plus etherCON and AES3 XLR. It also costs you 1 more rack unit.
| Spec | CQ-20B | SQ-Rack |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 3U | 4U |
| Weight | 5.7 lbs | 12.8 lbs |
| Power draw | 40W | 40W |
| Depth | 154 mm | 214 mm |
| I/O count | 36 | 44 |
| Price | ~$1,000 | ~$2,999 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
CQ-20B
- Combo XLR/TRS
SQ-Rack
- etherCON
- AES3 XLR
- TRS 1/8"
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.