Neural DSP Nano Cortex

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Neural DSP Nano Cortex

Neural DSP

Nano Cortex

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 585378
Model: Nano Cortex
Price: $555.50

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The Nano Cortex is a surprisingly powerful little box, packing a ton of the Quad Cortex's sonic DNA into a pedal-sized format. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians wanting a versatile, high-quality amp and effects solution without the full Quad Cortex investment. If you're looking for a streamlined, instantly usable rig with incredible tone, this is a serious contender.

Product Description

  • Neural DSP Nano Cortex
  • Multi Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Digitally replicates the sound of amplifiers
  • speaker cabs
  • and pedals in the same quality and resolution as the "bigger" Quad Cortex
  • Up to 64 presets and 256 Neural Captures
  • Ten high-quality IRs pre-installed
  • each providing five different microphone options and six microphone positions
  • Loads up to 256 custom IRs
  • 47 effects and tools (after free Nano OS 2.0 update)
  • Seven device blocks
  • including two freely assignable pre-FX
  • three freely assignable post-FX
  • a Neural Capture block and an extended IR loader
  • Fixed signal path
  • Each block can be bypassed depending on the setup
  • Free access to thousands of Neural Captures from the Cortex Cloud
  • Further processing possible via the Cortex Cloud App
  • Controls: Gain
  • Bass
  • Treble
  • Amount
  • Level
  • Headphone Vol
  • Push buttons: Exit
  • Capture
  • Save
  • Bank
  • Ground/Lift
  • Boost
  • Footswitches: I and II
  • True bypass
  • Power supply via USB-C or 9-12 V DC mains adapter (not included)
  • Power consumption: 600 mA
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 144 x 103 x 62 mm
  • Weight: 620 g
  • *Connectors: *
  • Input: 6.3 mm Jack
  • Output 1L: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Output 2R/Capture output: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Expression/MIDI: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Capture input: XLR/6.3 mm jack combo
  • USB-C port for power supply
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative

*Note:* Battery operation is not possible

PROS
  • • Exceptional amp modeling fidelity mirroring the Quad Cortex
  • • Compact size allows for easy integration into any pedalboard
  • • Neural Captures provide authentic speaker cab tones and flexibility
  • • Impressive effect suite covers a wide range of tonal possibilities
CONS
  • • Fixed signal path limits advanced routing experimentation
  • • Learning curve exists with the Neural DSP ecosystem and app
  • • Relatively premium-priced compared to simpler modeling pedals

Product Video

Key Features

Channels 7 Device Blocks (2 Pre-FX, 3 Post-FX, 1 Neural Capture, 1 IR Loader)
Preamp Type Digitally Modeled Amplifiers & Preamp Sections
EQ 4-Band EQ (Gain, Bass, Mid, Treble) with Parametric Mid Control
Effects 47 Effects and Tools (Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Distortion, etc.)
Connections Instrument Input, Main Output (Stereo), USB, MIDI In/Out, Expression Pedal Input
Weight Approximately 2.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Neural Captures go beyond just speaker IRs, capturing the full speaker and cabinet response, offering a more realistic and nuanced tone than typical IRs.
It's excellent for both! The USB connectivity allows for direct recording into your DAW, and the high-quality modeling ensures a professional sound.
While the pedal itself is straightforward, utilizing the Cortex Cloud for Neural Captures and advanced customization takes a little time to master, but the rewards are worth it.

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