Quad Cortex mini

Compact Digital Amp Modeler and Multi-Effects Processor

The Neural DSP Quad Cortex mini marks a significant milestone in the evolution of professional guitar and bass processing. Designed to deliver the uncompromising power and audio fidelity of the flagship Quad Cortex in a form factor that is over 50% smaller, the Quad Cortex mini is the ultimate solution for musicians seeking a portable "fly-rig" without sacrificing the high-resolution touch interface or the industry-leading Neural Capture technology. Measuring just 22.8 cm in width and weighing only 1.5 kg, this unit is engineered to fit comfortably into gig bags and on crowded pedalboards while providing the same 2GHz SHARC DSP architecture that established the original Quad Cortex as a benchmark in the industry.

The user experience is centered around a vibrant 7-inch multi-touch display, which has been retained from its larger sibling to ensure that navigating complex signal chains and editing parameters remains intuitive and fast. To accommodate the more compact chassis, the hardware features four innovative stainless-steel rotary footswitches. These multi-functional controls serve as both traditional stomp switches and high-precision encoders, allowing users to tweak settings with their hands or switch presets with their feet. This hybrid approach ensures that despite the reduced physical footprint, the device remains highly tactile and accessible during live performances and studio sessions alike.

Under the hood, the Quad Cortex mini runs on the latest CorOS 4.0.0 ecosystem, providing seamless compatibility with the vast library of Neural DSP plugins and community-created captures. It functions as a comprehensive 16-channel USB-C audio interface, making it a powerhouse for professional recording. With its dedicated capture circuitry, users can create digital replicas of their own amplifiers, cabinets, and pedals with surgical precision. The device also introduces modern hardware refinements, such as a locking power connector for increased reliability on stage and expanded MIDI capabilities via both TRS and USB-C, ensuring it integrates perfectly into any professional MIDI-controlled environment.

Features

• Compact Professional Chassis: A high-grade anodized aluminum enclosure that is 50% smaller than the original Quad Cortex, weighing only 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs).
• 7-inch Multi-Touch Display: The same high-resolution touchscreen found on the flagship model, enabling effortless drag-and-drop signal chain creation and deep parameter editing.
• Quad-Footswitch Encoder System: Four stainless-steel rotary footswitches that combine the functionality of a tactile knob with the durability of a professional stomp switch.
• Neural Capture V2: Advanced biomimetic AI technology that captures the true essence of any amp, cab, or drive pedal with unprecedented accuracy and improved dynamic response.
• 16-Channel USB Interface: Operates as a high-fidelity 24-bit/48kHz USB-C audio interface with 8 inputs and 8 outputs for professional-grade recording and re-amping.
• CorOS 4.0.0 Ecosystem: The latest firmware providing access to over 90 amp models, 1,000+ impulse responses, and 2,000+ factory captures right out of the box.
• P-COM Compatibility: Support for "Plugin-to-Cortex" technology, allowing users to run their favorite Neural DSP plugins directly on the hardware.
• Extensive I/O Options: Includes an XLR/TRS combo input with 48V phantom power, balanced XLR outputs, stereo TRS effects loop (send/return), and a dedicated headphone output.
• Locking Power Connector: A ruggedized DC input designed to prevent accidental power disconnects during energetic live performances.
• Cortex Cloud Integration: Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless preset management, firmware updates, and access to thousands of community captures and presets.
• Gapless Switching: Advanced processing ensures completely silent and instantaneous transitions between presets, scenes, and stomps.
• Versatile Performance Modes: Features Stomp, Scene, and Hybrid modes to suit various playing styles, from traditional pedalboard workflows to complex automated presets.

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