Cortex Control Deep Dive

We are pleased to announce that CorOS 2.2.0 and the open beta of Cortex Control are now available!
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⚠️ Important information regarding the open beta of Cortex Control ⚠️
We are thrilled to announce the release of the open beta of Cortex Control, and we appreciate your participation in this exciting phase of development. As you explore the software, we want to ensure that you have a clear understanding of the nature and purpose of an open beta.
An open beta is a crucial step in refining and enhancing our software. During this phase, you will encounter bugs, issues, or unexpected behavior. We want to emphasize that this is entirely normal and expected. Your feedback and reports are invaluable in helping us identify and address these challenges to make Cortex Control even better.
If you come across any issues or bugs while using Cortex Control, we encourage you to first read the known issues list below. If you have encountered a new issue, or you have a suggestion, click on the "Submit Feedback/Bug" button located at the top-left corner of the application. Your reports will assist our development team in pinpointing and resolving any issues efficiently.
Please note, if you are using an ad blocker or VPN, the Submit Feedback/Bug page may not work in your browser.
If you experience a crash with Cortex Control or Quad Cortex, you are encouraged to also submit a crash report on your Quad Cortex via Settings / Contact and About Us / Send Report.
Thank you for being a part of our open beta community. Your feedback and collaboration are essential in shaping the future of Quad Cortex.
Happy exploring and testing!
🔥 Cortex Control features 🔥
Fully integrated desktop controller for Quad Cortex. Cortex Control lets you manage every feature and setting of your Quad Cortex effortlessly in a sleek and intuitive desktop interface.
Boots in seconds. Cortex Control boots in seconds and instantaneously syncs your Quad Cortex’s current state. Pick up where you left off without any interruptions in your workflow.
Optimized workflow. Intuitive mouse actions and keyboard shortcuts ensure that tweaking parameters, managing files, carrying out tasks, and navigating through Cortex Control is smooth and efficient.
Bulk actions. Copy, like, upload, download, or delete multiple Presets with a few clicks. Similarly, you can edit, upload, download, or delete multiple Neural Captures and IRs at once.
Local backups. Cortex Control lets you create and manage local backups of your Quad Cortex directly on your computer. You can create as many local backups as you need. Quick actions for renaming, updating, deleting, and recalling backups makes managing them quick and easy.
Internet via USB. Quad Cortex can access the internet using the USB cable it’s connected to your computer with. This ensures uninterrupted internet access for your Quad Cortex regardless of Wi-Fi availability. Quad Cortex will prioritize internet via USB when Cortex Control is open.
Import IRs. Adding IRs to your Quad Cortex or Cortex Cloud profile is streamlined with Cortex Control. Simply open your IR library and drag-and-drop your IRs into it. The IRs will be immediately available on your Quad Cortex or Cortex Cloud account, depending on which library you upload them to.
Live tuner. Stay in tune without having to open the tuner. Toggle the live tuner by holding CMD/CTRL and clicking the tuner button in the Utility Bar.
Audition devices. Click a device on The Grid and then click on another device in the Device List to audition it. Click the auditioned device again to add it to The Grid and replace the loaded device or press ESC to cancel the change.
Create Neural Captures. The full process for creating Neural Captures can also be completed on Cortex Control.
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[@Tyler_Wilson]

Biggest reason I wanted this is so I can finally put my QC on the floor and use it as a pedalboard while messing around with presets and tones on my desktop. This way I don’t have to lean over and break my back to make adjustments on the floor

[@moriyokiri3229]

You break your back every time you lean over?

[@paulsund11]

I've installed Cortex Control on my Windows 10 PC after taking the most recent update to the QC. With the QC powered on and connected to the PC, I still had the message in Cortex Control to 'plug in via USB and power on the QC'. When I looked in Device Manager though, I noticed a yellow exclamation mark on the QC USB device and the message 'device cannot start'. So, I plugged the USB into a different port on the PC and it worked right away. Just sharing in case someone else runs into that.

[@nicozona]

I just got my quad cortex about a month and a half ago. I bought in at the right time and I am so happy I did, such quality hardware and software and many new great additions that we have gotten and more coming soon. Thank you Neural!

[@nothingman7163]

Please get Tim Henson, Tone King, and Mateus Asato Archetype plugins able to be captured on this ❤️ waiting for the tipping point for this to be 100% worth it and I think that’s it

[@amptiness2365]

that's a big leap ahead! Go on folks, continue to innovate! thank you!

[@clos87]

When is this version of CorOS being released? 22:18 shows a feature a bunch of people have been waiting for.

[@the.sunburst]

Hi "Digital John"

[@johnconnearnmusic]

Yo 🤖

[@spylingual8573]

Yay now the crybabies have one less thing to complain about!

[@josuastangl7140]

Honestly the main feature😂

[@PierceAkers]

w comment

[@fendercs]

Thank you guys for constant updates on everything

[@MitrusMusic]

DIGITAL JOHN!!! 😊

[@Plextortion]

Hey.........will the plugins like the Plini X look like they do on our computer screens only smaller or will they have the standard QC icon look?

[@josuastangl7140]

Probably standard QC icon look as they recently teased in an Instagram post

[@luix3141]

They made a video for Plini X too.

[@liamcoombes2697]

Am I imagining things or does it sound like the dry DI guitar is bleeding through underneath the processed sound? Particularly when the low strings are played hard.

[@thatguyreiji1045]

Maybe a future project to compete against helix native🤔

[@ironblast5]

If they do I may consider getting one. I'm currently using hx fx with a tone x pedal and it only cost me about $500 so for me to spend about 4x's asmuch on a qc and software theyd need to add alot more effects and amps for both bass and guitar I don't like that qc doesn't have scribble strips and no touch capcitive switching too tho so i dont know maybe I still wouldn't end up making the switch to a qc it's still a pro's and con's list between both pedals. The qc is starting to finally start catching up to the fractal and line 6 stuff tho even if it's still taken over 2 years to get some of its basic features implemented correctly.

[@mitchwoodbine]

Yaaas, no more footswitch auto assign 🥳

[@Lamarro]

lovely DI ^^

[@maximumguitarage]

Rad! So happy it is here, glad I waited. Once the plugins are avaible on the QC... 💥 Boom it's over man...

[@Christian.Means.]

Does the Quad Cortex feature some type of "Autoswell" effect by any chance??

[@johanjotun1647]

Hear I am looking at this thing feeling a little lost, Remember to buy yourself some headphones with a 1/4 in jack. I haven't had a pair of those since I threw out my old 8 track player back in the 90s. Even my c.1993 digitech RP-1 has the small phones jack

[@julienDrcq]

i am still waiting a Neural dSP Archetype mike Dawes or least a Neural DSP acousticS Guitar plug-in or and Bass guitar

[@julienDrcq]

i am still waiting a Neural dSP Archetype mike Dawes or least a Neural DSP acousticS Guitar plug-in or and Bass guitar

[@KawikaBader]

Huh, not seeing the Stomp Mode Bypass Assignment currently.

[@DoveSimon]

Cortex Control is fantastic. Thank you!

[@Stargazerz]

about time. Quad cortex seems really cool, they just released it too soon imo.

[@HaroldLem]

Now my QC is reeeeeeeeally interesting !

[@iyanello]

@neuraldsp Please add button for quick access to global input settings.

[@yt-mull0r]

Is there a chance that there will be a Linux version as well? Would really love that!

[@yt-mull0r]

Wine support would also be fine. But there are missing graphics. Installing did work, but text was barely readable and screens were "empty"

[@Papo_Bostero]

Great video very intuitive, job well done!!

[@carlo9639]

If i open the Cortex Control it won't open at at it keeps standing on Loading Preset... Can anyone help me out??

[@alexanderk.5375]

I have the same problem, do you have any solution, now?

[@izmalcheahmad]

And I'm hoping that Cortex Control can be a VST plugin in the future 🤞

[@ironblast5]

It will be spendy if they do

[@izmalcheahmad]

@@ironblast5 They already have standalone app, so i think i'd be possible to do so. and they're planning to release plugins compatibility too soon

[@aktomasi3454]

This is dope

[@ellleigh1216]

Mad this wasn't a feature from day dot!

[@robh3702]

I just received my Quad Cortex and I’m stumped by the overall output compared to my Axe Fx III. I’m running through usb and have the QC connected main out 1/2 into my monitor controller. I have to crank the monitor controller to even get close to a nice volume. QC volume dial is at 100

[@KolunaOfficial]

Huge ask, but hopefully, eventually, you can copy more than one device at a time, like an entire signal chain. Would make building scenes/presets much faster, unless we missed it before!

[@drachfacherklingelstander58]

i think the global settings bar would be very cool to see on the quad cortex aswell. Also i would love to see the 9 band graphic eq as actual sliders other than knobs. To be able to toggle between the views would be awesome!

[@drachfacherklingelstander58]

*the global settings bar including the mini tuner, tap tempo, cpu usage and maybe a wifi indicator

[@bobeialexandru6011]

Did the same configuration. Mine does not sound like this. It’s muffled. And the fuzz pedal is absolutely horrible. Had to disable it. I think they do some post processing otherwise I can’t explain

[@randymccoy2527]

D I G I T A L J O H N!!! Thank you the team at Neural DSP for making the Quad Cortex. I just purchased mine this month and it has changed my life. No exaggeration. I haven't had the desire to play as much as I am today. Thank you thank you for making this incredible machine.

[@stephanvonwiller8164]

At 22:21, you explain the "Stomp mode bypass assignment" function. I don't see that yet in my cortext control. Is that something that will come later?

[@the.sunburst]

Next feature - advanced looper with drums please, after you finish with "Plini/Plugins X" btw ;)

[@josephveazie]

Yeeeeeeeeeees!

[@nicholasfontaine8224]

My feedback button within the app isn't working. Is there a direct link? Thanks!

[@SuperWelder1234]

Is possible to use a Tablet or an IPad with the future plugins or it need to be a desktop computer?

[@RojuOfficial]

It's a breeze to use the Cortex Editor!

[@NeuralDSP]

💨

[@JoelCalebOfficial]

could I use cortex control without having wifi in my computer?

[@SynthMetal]

Fabulous! I’ve used so many other musical device control apps, but never something that well integrated and something that expands on the functionality (shortcuts, local backups, live tuning, device internet). Thanks Neural DSP!

[@Noobshreds]

Just got mine today. Absolutely stunning piece of equipment. My god.

[@ChaosAttractor13]

5 minutes in and I bought one online. Keep developing and improving. 😊

[@cunjoz]

what's the difference between mono and stereo cabs?

[@Gabeflow]

Awesome! This is gonna be a big help. Thanks you guys 🔥

[@NeuralDSP]

🥹

[@nickhess1]

It would be really great if this was a VST

[@Ameller48]

how connect plini x to quad cortex

[@MarcoCiafrone]

When the QC will be updated

[@legzalez]

great video, thanks! so far this beta is quite good on my system.

[@jordanritkes]

Mine is stuck loading the presets... Wont connect and I've tried some troubleshooting

[@NeuralDSP]

Hey! Reach out to our support team on [e-mail]. 🫶

[@IOneMassface]

Hmm it seems I don't have options shown at 22:18 in my QC and Cortex Control. Does anyone have it?

[@stevieknighten]

Neither do I

[@pekkalaaksonen8384]

Awesome, thanks!

[@Patt_Erns]

Sound design 😮🎉

[@JudgeFredd]

Great !

[@wolvesandguitars]

D J !,,

[@abehaddad]

Great to finally have the desktop editor. Please add a maximise button to the top right of the window frame just like any other software app to make the window fit to screen instead of the small medium and large options available. Thanks for this deep dive video saving it for later reference.

[@josuastangl7140]

John uses MacOS in this demo video, so it’s on the top left of the window. In Windows I‘m sure it will automatically be on the top right like in any other application.

[@yt-mull0r]

The button is on the left. Drag a window to the top of your screen to maximize it. Or double click the top of the window

[@abehaddad]

@@josuastangl7140 it's not there

[@Aggunkastawa]

1st

[@gladiatorrock8938]

Waste of $ unless u have 10,000 hrs to learn to use and degree in computer programming

[@KeepTheGates]

It's about time a feature was implemented that was promised upon release.

[@Eltonx38]

Cando salga el NQC MKII compatible con la arquitectura de PC será revolucionario, de momento le falta mucho he probado y comparado con amplificadores reales y la señal es muy comprimidas muy procesada y con unos graves confusos y poco definidos. Esperare.

[@HeyItsAsmus]

stop. auto. assigning. footswitches.... sincerely EVERYONE.