I’m asking cuz I hear that they’re basically the same multi effects units, but I just don’t see that being very accurate. I really want the standard Quad Cortex, but I’m wondering, would the mini version be a better purchase for me? It’s cheaper, but I’m skeptical cuz I’m just like, there’s no way it has the same level of features as the OG. Since it’s smaller, I’d be able to fit it on my pedalboard (as long as I remove a few pedals). But is the size decrease really worth it?

I've been planning to get a Quad Cortex Mini. But now that Darkglass announced guitar support for the Anagram, I'm curious if anyone else is rethinking things.

If you already own a QC, does the Anagram change anything for you, or not really?

While I’m waiting for my QC Mini I’m planning to rearrange my desk setup. I only play at home atm so I’m wondering if a desk setup or a small pedalboard makes more sense.

What are you guys using?

I'll keep this brief, I'm wondering if there's a pedal out there that is essentially a stripped down DAW/Audio sketchpad

More than just a looper pedal per say (unless they've advanced massively since I've last used one)

Essentially something you can stamp a riff into, stamp a lead into, metronome or a drum machine included without everything looping endlessly if that makes sense

I don't really gel with DAWs and have considered some multitracks like the Zoom R4 but before I pull the trigger I thought I'd ask a more experienced community

Edit** It would also be ideal if you could export your songs/sketches out of the pedal via USB

Does anyone have regrets about getting a mini, instead of the big QC?
I want one bad and feel like the bigger one could be excessive - I don‘t wanna curse myself and wish for having bought the QC when it is not what I wished for.

Subject: Feature Request – A Drum Plugin from Neural DSP?

Hi Neural DSP team,

My name is Luis (aka "Brother Tuk Tuk" to some), and I've been a Quad Cortex user for a while now. I just wanted to start by saying how much I appreciate the work you all do the QC and your plugins are incredible, and the attention to detail really shows.

I know you're primarily known for guitar and bass, but you've branched into vocals before, which got me thinking: have you ever considered a drum plugin?

There's no shortage of drum software out there, but most of it still feels like it's missing something whether that's sound selection, editing flexibility, or just overall character. I think Neural DSP could bring something genuinely fresh to that space, something that could compete with the likes of GetGood Drums, Superior Drummer, and Perfect Drums, but with the same polish and innovation you bring to your existing lineup.

I'd even suggest leaning into your Archetype model imagine signature drum packs built around artists like Eloy Casagrande or Tomas Haake, similar to what MixWave does with their artist series.

I know this is likely one of many suggestions you receive, but I wanted to share it in case it sparks something. Thanks for reading, and keep up the amazing work.

Best,

Luis

Had a gig tonight, my quad kept losing power about 8-10 times through the 4 hour set. Not really sure what to do about it but man really considering getting something else. I’ve had it shut down before at outside gigs in really hot temps, but today I had a fan right next to it and it was not over heating at all, just kept shitting the bed. What a disappointment.. up until the past few weeks, I’ve been giggin with it for it over 2 years no issues. Out of nowhere it’s just not reliable at all.

Hey NDSP fam!

I am new to the QC. I am experimenting with captures. I have a pretty standard setup - PRS Guitars going into QC - QC connected to Yamaha stereo monitors. I set my input levels so that I am not clipping.

I am downloading some mid/high gain captures, like the ones from Sweetwater Studios (HBE, SLO, etc)

I am noticing this real annoying white noise when playing. For example, if you just fret a note and let it Ring out, you hear this white noise wash in the background. What is this all about? Is this common with higher gain captures? In my mind, this sort of seems unusable. I guess if you're playing, you prob won't really hear it in the background, but .... is it normal?

Sound example: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s7f7MJR6kDAwNiwP8kHUJSO-mUIpVURj/view?usp=share_link

That’s it. That’s the post.

I just ordered a quad cortex and have never did the modeler thing. Always used tube amps. I see so many different things about the fender frfr, headrush or even just studio monitors. I mainly play at home, and usually play heavier stuff if that makes any difference.

I was leaning towards a kali lp8 speaker to start, I only want something that sounds as accurate as possible. Not worried about gigging. I just didn’t know if there’s a huge difference between that studio monitor single speaker or a tone master fr12 or something similar to that.

I have a Mesa cab I’ll use with a power amp later on, for now I just wanted to get started and try out all the amp/cab modeling.

Did many others go through what I am going through - endless YouTube comparison videos to see what other products that are half the price would be 'good enough' compared to the QC?

After watching so many, I think I am finally getting to the 'buy once cry once' point and just gonna get the QC lol.

Had QC for about a week and a half now. Making tons of presets. I must say I’m shocked that I’m using community captures more than amp models. The models are great. I found some really good community captures of amps I’ll never buy. I just made a Drop A# with a capture of an Engl Savage and victory od pedal.

I didn’t see myself using captures but they’re soooo good. Just had to tell someone.

I’ve recently blown up two neodymium speaker cabinets when using the Mono Synth block [Quad Cortex] on a bass preset. I also used some patches on a gig with 4x10 cab with ceramic speakers, and it held up okay.

I understand that the cause of this speaker damage is because of the way the waveforms generated can overwork the speaker drivers. I’ve been careful to avoid using square waves and only if they are filtered at a higher frequency via HPF.

For creative purposes, I’d still very much like to use the Mono Synth in the instances that I use them.

I wonder if the problem has much to do with the Mono Synth being blended with my raw bass signal?

I live in a small apartament (around 20 sq.m) and next year I’m moving to a bigger apartment (around 50 sq.m). In my family house I have Laboga Mr. Hector with 2x12 cab which are too powerful for shared walls living space. I’ve just ordered Quad Cortex but now I’m stuck between choosing studio monitors, an FRFR cab and headphones. My main goal is to practice, play and record at home. I’m not going to gig anything, maybe a jam sessions from time to time - that’s all, so I’m more of a desktop player. What are your thoughts? Any recommendations? If it matters, I play (electric guitar) death metal (ex. Blood Incantation/Necrophagist or Death, stuff like that) and some Steve Vai/Satriani. Budget ~ 500$