Neural DSP Nano Cortex Bundle
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Neural DSP
Nano Cortex Bundle
Product Info
Article Number:
620037
Brand:
Neural DSP
Model:
Nano Cortex Bundle
Category:
Electric Guitar Preamps
Price:
$1,274.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Nano Cortex Bundle is a serious contender for players wanting Quad Cortex power in a smaller, more accessible format. Its Neural Captures and flexible routing are fantastic, making it ideal for gigging musicians and studio players seeking high-fidelity amp tones and effects without the bulk of a full-sized unit. It's a powerhouse, but the fixed signal path might not suit everyone’s workflow.
Product Description
Neural DSP Nano Cortex Bundle
*Bundle offer comprising*, 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, Seymour Duncan Power Stage 170
- *Guitar Power Amp*
- Suitable for amplifying effect pedals
- Small enough for pedalboards
- Power: 170 W at 4 Ohms
- 3-Band EQ
- 13 dB boost/cut in each frequency band
- Controls for volume
- bass
- mid and treble
- Power switch on the back
- 1/4" mono-jack input/output on the back
- Cold device plug on the back
- Power status LED
- Temperature status LED
- O.C. status LED
- Output impedance: 4-16 Ohms
- Input voltage: 220-240V AC
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 127 x 133 x 72 mm
- Weight: 910 g
- Made in USA
- Mission Engineering SP1-ND-GY
- *Expression Pedal With Integrated Switch*
- Specially designed to use with the Neural DSP quad Cortex
- Linear potentiometer matched to the exact specifications of the quad Cortex for precise and natural control
- Integrated toe switch to turn effects on and off without the need for a separate footswitch
- Colour: Grey Metallic
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 251 x 99 x 76 mm
- Weight: 1.43 kg
- Rockboard Flat TRS Cable 40 cm
- *Cable for Effect Units*
- Length: 40 cm
- 6.3 mm TRS stereo line < = > 6.3 mm TRS stereo angle jack
- Flat TRS cable with rectangular cross-section
- For connecting footswitches or expression pedals
- 2 Flexible copper conductors 20 x 0.12 mm
- Wound copper shield: 34 x 0.12 mm
- Polyethylene signal insulation
- PVC sheathing
- Capacitance less than 10 pF/decimetre
- Conductor resistance less than 10 mOhm/decimetre
- Working temperature: -15° C to +70° C
- Outer dimensions of the cable (W x H): 7 x 3 mm
- Outer dimensions of the plug (W x H): 12.5 x 7.5 mm
- Colour: Black
- Harley Benton FPC-28 Flat Patch Cable
- *Patch Cable*
- Length: 28 cm
- Professional patch cord for effects pedals
- Angled
- on both sides
- extra flat jack plug
- Saves space
- Very flexible
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Exceptional amp and cab modeling, rivalling the Quad Cortex.
- • Impressive Neural Capture library offers diverse tonal options.
- • Compact form factor simplifies pedalboard integration.
- • Flexible routing with seven device blocks enhances versatility.
CONS
- • Fixed signal path limits creative experimentation for some users.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many guitarists.
- • Reliance on Neural DSP’s ecosystem for full functionality.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
7 (via device blocks, customizable)
Preamp Type
Digitally modeled, wide range of amp types
EQ
Comprehensive parametric EQ within each block, plus global shaping
Effects
47 effects and tools including reverb, delay, modulation, distortion
Connections
Stereo 1/4 in/out, USB, MIDI in/out, Footswitch inputs
Weight
Approximately 2.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Nano Cortex aims to replicate the Quad Cortex’s sound quality, but the Quad Cortex still offers slightly more nuanced processing power and a more extensive feature set.
Yes, the Cortex Cloud provides access to community-created Neural Captures, but quality can vary; Neural DSP vets some captures, but user evaluation is still recommended.
Absolutely, you can load up to 256 custom IRs, expanding your cab simulation options significantly.
