Essential Information About the Neural DSP Quad Cortex Multi-Effects Processor
- Exceptional computing power with 6 cores (4 SHARC+ and 2 ARM Cortex-A5 at 500 MHz) for complex signal chains.
- Neural Capture: ultra-faithful reproduction of real amps, cabinets, and overdrives.
- Compact and robust format with a 7-inch touchscreen and 11 footswitches/encoders.
- Comprehensive professional connectivity (mic/inst inputs, effects loops, TRS/XLR outputs, MIDI, USB) and a 3-year warranty.
The Flagship of the Neural DSP Ecosystem
The Quad Cortex establishes itself as Neural DSP's reference hardware platform. It combines modeling and captures with a constantly expanding library and integration with the Cortex Cloud for exchanging presets and IRs. Its philosophy: studio-quality sound everywhere, from stage to home studio.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Demanding guitarists and bassists, touring musicians, studios, and content creators will find a tool that is both versatile and reliable. In live settings, you can chain up to four virtual amps, stereo reverbs, and advanced effects. At home, low-latency USB audio and the headphone output facilitate silent recording. For faithful simulation rendering, using an FRFR cabinet is recommended.
Key Features and Workflow
Neural Capture
Thanks to biomimetic AI, the Quad Cortex learns the response of your amps, overdrive pedals, and cabinets to reproduce their character with remarkable naturalness. Capture your gear, share it, and download thousands of sounds from the community.
An Ever-Evolving Library
- 50+ amps, 50+ effects, and 50+ IRs ready to play, continuously enriched.
Control and Connectivity
Two effects loops to integrate your pedals, two expression inputs, MIDI In/Out/Thru for automation, and USB for audio, firmware updates, and MIDI. The 11 stainless steel footswitch/rotary actuators allow quick switching and editing, like traditional pedals and knobs.
Compact, Stage-Ready Format
Unibody aluminum chassis, 7-inch high-brightness touchscreen, dimensions of 29 x 19 x 4.9 cm, and 1.95 kg: studio power in a pedalboard format.
Technical Specifications
Mic/Instrument Inputs 1-2
- Connectors: (2) XLR-F + 6.35 mm TS jack with ground lift
- TS jack impedance: 10 k ohms - 10 M ohms
- XLR impedance: 9.4 k ohms
- Max input gain: +60 dB
Send Outputs 1-2
- Connectors: (2) 6.35 mm TRS jack with ground lift
- Impedance: 1 M ohm
- Max input gain: +60 dB
Return Inputs 1-2
- Connectors: (2) XLR-M with ground lift
- Impedance: 560 ohms
- Max output level: +9.5 dBu
Analog Outputs 1-2
- Connectors: (2) TRS
- Impedance: 560 ohms
- Max output level: +15.5 dBu balanced, +9.5 dBu unbalanced
Analog Outputs 3-4
- Connectors: (2) 6.35 mm TRS jack (ground lift outputs)
- Impedance: 560 ohms
- Max output level: +9.5 dBu
Headphone Output
- Connector: 6.35 mm TRS jack
- Max output power: 300 mW
Connectivity and Control
- Two expression inputs (assignable to wah, volume, pitch, etc.)
- MIDI In, Out/Thru
- USB: very low latency audio, firmware updates, MIDI
- 11 stainless steel footswitches/encoders
- Neutrik audio connectors
Display and Chassis
- Display: 7-inch high-brightness screen
- Finish: anodized unibody aluminum chassis
- Controls: 1 volume potentiometer
Format
- Dimensions: 29 x 19 x 4.9 cm
- Weight: 1.95 kg
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