Crafting Plini’s Quad Cortex Pedalboards: Temple Audio Backstage

[@GuitarGearGyan]

You really should sell that Plini Mod and this whole pedalboard assembly was sick.

[@OlaEnglund]

VERY nice, currently building a rack board with a QC so thanks for the inspiration!

[@matthewlittler8387]

An hour long video for a pedal board with two pedals. I'm in!

[@Yonder.]

Let's go my favourite guitarists 🥺 Jake and plini are the goats

[@templeboards]

😜👍

[@DaveSheremata]

Been gassing for a Quad Cortex for YEARS now, but have resisted until they get the ToneKing Imperial MK II plugin running on it. That said, watching all this hard work, which I’ve done in the past, just makes me appreciate the Helix Floor a LOT! Hey, all that said, I LOVE my Temple pedal board - it’s truly the best “pedal platform” ;) !

[@peteglase]

I quit watching after "no you can't have a plinimod box'.....just kidding I watched the whole thing. Awesome build!

[@templeboards]

Really want one, hey?

[@RichardA5150]

I just finished my own QC build w an XLR mod,IEC mod and a 4X Mod on a solo as well. Really dig the temple platform

[@PaulGlover]

Been using these boards for a couple of months now and i have to say its now the only way to fly, thank you Temple Audio, you guys are amazing 🤘🧟🤘

[@codynaler6644]

I’m using the Solo18, 4x mod, and Hi5 mod with my QC and DVP5. The Limited Black and Gold with the gunmetal Solo18 is 🤙. Such a powerful rig in a small light format.

[@Scott__C]

Suggestion for the end caps: Do a little cutout in the plate where the screws go so no one has to wrestle with the awkward angle to remove and reattach the handles, especially when you're saying that's a better method to do it.

[@Nomanspie]

I was going to stay exactly the same thing, then read your comment.

[@erikmitchell6206]

Cool to see, I built the same board a few months ago

[@GMRod]

You could screw the plates in, before removing the wax, before you put the pedal on top. Way more secure to attach them to the pedal 🙂

[@ronnierobertson1412]

Man y'all should start selling that Plinimod

[@templeboards]

You wish! Just kidding. If there’s enough demand then we’re totally down!

[@Jason_Barum]

I'd buy one

[@skyman98]

I’d buy one

[@clayton_jansen]

I’d buy one

[@LaniakeaLeathercrafts]

I'd buy one

[@chrischris3847]

Excellent job and detailed list of providers ! Thank you

[@MikeArpeggio345]

I just got my QC and now I'm trying to build a board. after this, I'm definitely getting a Temple board

[@rvarques]

That's the dream! Awesome video bro! Loved it!

[@thechisensei]

my dream rig! thanks for making this video.

[@gary8411]

Bravo! You answered alot of my questions on how to set up my Quad Cortex. Very Helpful. THANK YOU,,,CHEERS! 🤘🤘😁

[@nattesh]

That's a wonderful tutorial. I'm not too happy in placing CD7 right below the qc air flow holes. Beside that I'll surely follow this useful tutorial for my temple audio pedalboard :D

[@templeboards]

As far as I know the QC is passively cooled (heat sink) and it shouldn’t cause any issues. Plini hasn’t had any troubles using it on the road but - all that aside - it’d be really easy to place the DC7 elsewhere!

[@MuckingAboutWithMyHeadrush]

I made a board very similar to this, but I put a switch on the QC power supply so it doesn't start to boot every time power is presented, because on stage when they are setting up the front of stage power the power goes on and off until its time to line check, at that point the QC gets turned on and hasn't been switched off halfway through booting by accident.

[@trevv5886]

Love these kind of vids. More please

[@LunaSoturi]

Rip N Dip, Dip N Doo is the only way bro. 🤘🏼

[@templeboards]

😜

[@rambache]

I recommend using a variable torque screw driver in the same format as that small drill for the over tighten problem. Great video, Saludos!

[@templeboards]

Yes. That’s a wise idea to ensure you don’t strip things. 👍

[@ALIASZARDOZ]

Perfect work ! !

[@mortalcurse]

you'd get every quad cortex user on a templeboard if you made an IEC adapter mod to power it directly

[@alwatts9713]

Nice and clean. Very cool. I just need to get good enough at playing guitar/bass so I can have someone build me a cool board like that for my QC. 🙂

[@templeboards]

You can do it!!!

[@4stringrr78]

Cool vid , pedalboard for the pedalboard:)

[@BipityBopity93]

I love temple boards! I don’t actually use the mounting plates because they infuriated me when I tried. I just use dual lock but I always buy temple boards.

[@templeboards]

Glad you love the boards! Totally fine to use Dual Lock if you prefer, but - once installed properly - I still think Pedal Plates have a lot of advantages.

[@BipityBopity93]

@@templeboards they are very solid when installed, and a great design. My irritation came with adding or taking off pedals to swap out. Was a bit more time consuming than the dual lock setup.

[@HarryDime]

Very Cool and very helpful. I am thinking of building my own now. The only question I have is about the Crux and the 2A supply instead of 3A that is required by the QC. Isn't that a potential reliability issue for the performance of the QC?

[@templeboards]

You can double check with Neural, but - as far as I know - the QC only draws around 2A and it’s perfectly safe to use with the Crux. I’ve had zero issues.

[@HarryDime]

@@templeboards Yeah you are right it draws around 2A. I am building my own in the next few days. I just decided to power the QC with its dedicated adapter since getting the Crux and the DC7 is overkill and more expensive than just getting a cheaper power brick that also does the job. The only downside is that I will connect two power sources instead of one.

[@athoslucchini7159]

GREAT video! Have a quick question - why do you have to use the CRUX? I am curious if you could just set one of the 7 channels in the DC7 to 12V and run a power from that to the QC?

[@templeboards]

One channel on the DC7 doesn’t supply enough current. You could either bridge four channels to combine the current or use a Crux.

[@DiegoScagliarini]

@@templeboards you can use 3 parallel adapters to connect 4 outlets into 2, and then those 2 into 1. You'll have 12v DC with more than 3A for a very cheap price... instead of buying a 80 bucks Crux. Or even better, since you are not using other pedals, why not saving another 250$ by just using the provided power supply? 😅 I don't really see the point of spending more than 300 bucks for, in this case, a useless power supply.

[@Shred_Rocket]

Very nice, very nice indeed!!

[@archer4556]

I love the EBS flat patch cables. Their, the only patch cable that I use for my temple boards. Still trying to figure a way raise my boards up about 1.5 inches at the front of the board, 2x4 dosent quite cut it.

[@mrcl_]

I just got me the same Board. only issue: the LED Mod is out of stock in Germany basically everywhere 😅 i am also not gonna use the patchbay mods (yet), just using power mod.

[@templeboards]

Sorry to hear that! There should be more stock in Europe soon.

[@MrHitthespot]

I’m not an expert but mounting the power supply directly under the Quad Cortex doesn’t sound like good heat management. Especially when you’re covering the vents on the bottom of the Quad Cortex. I used the mission engineering 529M power supply. Very compact (just larger than a 9 volt battery) and it runs the Quad very nicely.

[@templeboards]

Fair point! Easy to move over if need be.

[@SkylerMills]

It runs the QC? Is there a massive adaptor. Touring Europe this year and trying to find a solid power.

[@MrHitthespot]

You need a usb power supply like the ones that charges your phone. That’s it. The power supply runs off of that. It is fantastic solution. Then you can keep your factory power supply for backup. I can send you pictures if you want to drop me your email.

[@smck20]

I wish Temple made a board that same width that would be a bit deeper from front to back to accommodate the Mission QC Latching expression pedal .

[@wesleysnow3467]

Love it!

[@bscheirman]

Really fun video! Curious about the placement of the power supply, doesn’t that block the vents of the QC?

[@templeboards]

As far as I know, there’s no forced air cooling in the QC so it wouldn’t be blocking air flow. If it were problematic then it’d be easy enough to move the DC7 over. There is a bit of space for ventilation between the QC and the perforated top sheet of the board. The same amount of space as if you used the included rubber bumpers with the QC on a solid floor.

[@birnschd]

Great! Do you have a list of the Materials used? Thank you for your outstanding Work.

[@templeboards]

Yes, there’s links in the video caption.

[@haydendunlop7563]

I need that Plini mod, PLS make one. I'll buy 3 straight away haha

[@heikosteinweg]

@templeboards I really want the PLINI MOD module for my setup, since I'm running a backstage wireless in combination with a temple board at the front stage. Is this available for not-PLINI customers please?

[@templeboards]

We’re definitely open to making them more widely available if there’s enough demand!

[@heikosteinweg]

@@templeboards Greatly appreciated. I‘d sign up for two. 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@pekkalaaksonen8384]

Cool, thanks! Perhaps you could sell the same/similar packaged set to QC owners.. I’d buy one (Europe) 😅🎉

[@me-yg6yk]

the dc7 works pretty hot, I wonder if its healthy for QC to be directly under.

[@templeboards]

They haven’t had issues. Easy enough to move elsewhere as needed.

[@josuastangl7140]

That’s awesome!

[@dimeville07]

very nice build but somehow I felt sorry for the QC being tumbled up and down like that hahahaha

[@templeboards]

I think it can handle doing a few flips, haha. The enclosure is SOLID. No disrespect intended to the QC. ;P

[@dimeville07]

@@templeboards as always.. templeboards are awesome.. that board looks so light.. cheers!

Why Cioks ? Why is the device's own adapter not enough?

[@templeboards]

You can definitely use the original adapter! With most pedalboard setups it becomes really inconvenient to have several “wall warts”. You’re correct that it’s overkill in this case since he’s only plugging in a QC and LED strip.

[@jamesmichaelmoody]

Genuine request: Do you build these for clients? Id love to purchase one pre built, so i can just plug my quad cortex in ontop. Is that possible?

[@templeboards]

We don’t, but you can email us and we’ll help you find a builder that does: [e-mail]

[@tonepilot]

I tried the mounting plates once. Never again, they were a nightmare to remove when I sold the pedals.

[@templeboards]

Sorry you had a negative experience. When installed correctly, they work great and are relatively straightforward to remove without damaging the pedal whatsoever (see older removal videos).

[@tonepilot]

@@templeboards I will, thanks. Just getting another Temple board tomorrow so maybe I’ll give them another shot.

[@jdk6584]

Hey are your boards in stock in Australia? Cant find any in stock anywhere

[@HarrisonBeam]

I’ve heard the 1/4 outputs have around 6db more gain, how does everyone feel about the XLR outs vs the 1/4 outs into DI? Looking to build my own quad cortex Solo 18 rig and want to see what everyone thinks works best or just pros and cons of each.

[@adhaskym.a9536]

Do consider a slightly larger build on your board. Just a bit, so that all connectors are within the board, away from the edge property. Templeboard to feedback.

[@templeboards]

These particular builds were designed for Plini and Jake Howsam Lowe, who prioritized a highly compact setup. As you can see, the cable connectors stay neatly within the board's footprint, ensuring a good fit within the case and eliminating any concerns about cables extending over the edge and getting stepped on. We understand that not everyone has the same space needs. That's why we offer a range of sizes! If you prefer a different layout, you can explore options like the DUO 17, DUO 24, or even larger sizes. I’d recommend you check out www.templeplanner.com to map out the best size for you and lay things out the way you'd prefer.

[@HimadriDasStudio]

cool 🙂

[@joelance]

How do you keep the LED light strip from adding a bunch of noise? I have the Hi5 power module FYI. I can turn on the light when the QC is bypassed-when I am on a break-but when playing, it is too noisy.

[@templeboards]

Do you have it on its own isolated output? That’s definitely step one. Any noise beyond that may take a bit of troubleshooting. Maybe email us a video?: [e-mail]

[@joelance]

@@templeboards Yes, it’s on its own output. Will do, thanks!

[@Pekins_]

What kind of background study do you need to get into this type of job? Is it sound engineer ?

[@Sholes73]

Good job , how to order from you ?

[@templeboards]

www.templeaudio.com/dealers

[@sluggdiddyyddidgguls]

would have slide the QC up against the side so that the expression pedal is further from the handle because it looks like the handle might interfere with it.. in my experience people's foot placement on expression pedals isn't fully lined up on the top of it so their foot would hang off the side which in the case would mean their foot is hitting the handle

[@templeboards]

Couldn’t move the QC over any more because I needed access to the cable management hole on the left side. On a larger board (eg. DUO 17 or DUO 24) you could go all the way to the left and give yourself more space on the right. The handle doesn’t conflict with proper use of the expression pedal.

[@e_riffs]

Wasn’t an issue for the boys at all. Temple did an amazing job crafting these and properly spacing out everything. Amazing job!

[@dennaca]

Can I Buy the whole package at ones or can you sell the whole build set for me?

[@alanjayreed457]

wow very cool👌

[@templeboards]

Thanks 😀

[@timbennett6644]

Question, with the cortex mounted above the power supply, is there any issues with overheating?

[@templeboards]

Plini hasn’t had any issues, but it’d be straightforward to move it if need be.

[@BulletRohmance]

I’m not the most tech savvy, why add the midi and xlr mods if the QC already has all the existing inputs and outputs?

[@templeboards]

Main reason is to keep connections tidy and easily accessible. In this case they’re running loom with all the cables wrapped together. It also saves the jacks on your pedals from plugging in and out as often.

[@BulletRohmance]

@ I guess that makes sense. I plan on building this board without the midi mod because I still don’t even understand how midi works lol

[@templeboards]

If you don’t need MIDI then you don’t need MIDI! Start without it and - if you ever need it in the future - you can always a Punched Plate and MIDI connector (or two).

[@BulletRohmance]

@@templeboards Thanks for the replies! Would a full size Crybaby or Mission Engineering expression pedal fit on this board?

[@templeboards]

No, you’d need to go up to at least a DUO 17 (or bigger) to have enough depth for a full-size wah/expression.

[@DavidShankle1]

NICE,

[@davidedallara1775]

Any alternatives to the Cioks?

[@templeboards]

For powering the Quad Cortex? Yes, you can use the original adapter included with the QC by using our IEC MOD and NEMA 5-15 adapter. You can then zip tie the adapter and cable slack under the board. A couple other brands will work if you can bridge enough channels together to get 2A of current. Walrus Audio’s Canvas Power HP has a high power output that you can set to 12v.

[@michaelpal7641]

Can someone explain to me how the AC Main is connected? I can see where he plugged into the power supply underneath-BUT-that blue connector that shows on the outside of the board? That doesn't look like you could plug a electrical plug into it? Do I need this cable?

[@templeboards]

This is the Powercon MOD. You plug a Powercon cable in and it locks in place. It's a common choice for big touring rigs, but for most people I'd recommend using the IEC MOD instead.

[@michaelpal7641]

@@templeboards Thanks-Asked a Sweetwater rep which cord was the correct one-ordered and arrived. Board is completed.

[@adamp2]

Ok cool stuff but its a QC and pedal ,, Where is the crafting ?

[@templeboards]

The input/output routing, cable management, power supply mounting, attention to detail, etc? 🤷‍♂️ #crafted

[@ellleigh1216]

pedal board build with something that doesn't need a pedal board

[@pascaladesina]

how long was the TRS Cable?

[@templeboards]

I believe it's 58cm (~22"). EBS makes their flat TRS in 28cm and 58cm. ebssweden.com/content2/accessories/ebs-dls-stereo-trs-flat-patch-cables/

[@igorzavalnyi5341]

DC7 just to power the QC is a total overkill. With that module you have you could use a Hi5 power module which is cheaper and lighter

[@templeboards]

Correct. 😜👍

What is the size of this Pedalboard?

[@templeboards]

SOLO 18 (18” x 8.5)

[@leomachine23]

For Fractal FM9 with one expression? 😭

[@tonepilot]

That’s a lot of expensive CIOKS power modules when you could have just mounted the QC’s power brick under the board.

[@RobertoSunga]

That's what I'm planning to do, get a half rack power conditioner and zip tie the original power supply to the conditioner under the pedalboard. It's way less than half the price of the ciosk. You also get a few more plugs for other pedals and of course the protection.

[@Michieln2304]

hmmm you blocked the air inlet at the bottom of the QC.... even worse, you put a hot PSU against it... It is passive cooling in the QC, so it needs natural air flow to be optimal...

[@templeboards]

Hasn’t been a problem for Plini. Easy enough to move if need be.

[@kungfuseadog]

It hurts so much when the drill slips and you're chewing off that screw top. Sometimes you can even see screw shavings on the board - I am sure it still works fine but ouch. Great stuff you are making though gotta say.

[@templeboards]

Sometimes there's little flecks of metal and such from fastening things in place, but I don't think much screw head stripping happened here. If you're concerned, you can definitely just use a standard #2 Phillips instead.... but Templeboards are durable and can take a bit of mishandling, lol.

[@Souldoubtrocks]

Any good way to mount an fm9. Those raised feet. Uugghhh

[@templeboards]

I haven't personally mounted an FM9, but I assume that - once all feet/screws/etc are removed - you can use four Medium Pedal Plates (one per corner) to mount it. You may be able to bypass using pedal plates and remove the screws and refasten them through perf and back into the pedal.

[@Souldoubtrocks]

@@templeboards thanks bunch. I appreciate it.

[@Ringeisenshreds]

I have a FM3 which has the same feet/end caps as the FM9. The trick I did was add some dual lock to the plate and to the bottom of the FM3 and then made an in between dual lock piece by putting them back to back to just give it a bit more height. I find using the dual lock with the plates gives me maximum flexibility since I am changing my boards wayyyy too much.

[@OtherTheDave]

A ton of people over on the Fractal forums have mounted FM9s on Temple pedalboards. I don’t remember the details, but IIRC it was described as a fairly straightforward process.

[@Souldoubtrocks]

@@OtherTheDave thank you so much. I’ll check it out. My temple board is decked out with mods I don’t want to lose.

[@jpcivade]

So many bells and whistles, but the real problem is not addressed properly : having a 230v cable so close to audio cables. EMI/RFI interferences could be more "controlled' by placing differently DC7 and its power cable. Additionnally, mounting pedals on a metal plate is not a bad idea, but not any word about ground and ground loops... Mounting a pedal board is not only for solving mechanical problem, but could be a solution for avoiding electrical problems...

[@templeboards]

We didn’t have any noise issues with this setup. It would be easy enough to move around the power supply and/or cables if need be.

[@hodgepodgenetwork]

Can I be an overseas distributor for you guys?

[@templeboards]

Email us!: [e-mail]

[@stevethebeeline44]

Power query! 4 outputs of DC7 (660x4=2,640ma) would power the QC. Instead of the Crux couldn’t you use x3 current doublers??? Ok 53:40 you used that option and it worked but just find the Crux more streamlined.

[@templeboards]

Yes, you can use (x3) Cioks Flex 8800 Parallel Adapters to bridge four channels (set to 12V at 500mA) to one at 2000mA. 2A is enough to power the QC.

[@stevethebeeline44]

@@templeboardsyes just saw you mentioned this at 53:40 on the vid!

[@steffengastineau303]

Sell us the Plini mod!!!!

[@tragically1969]

Locates Crux so power cables are away from audio cables, proceeds to stuff ALL cables including power throough one hole 😁

[@templeboards]

Haha. Fair enough. Didn't cause any perceivable issues, though. Easy enough to change if need be.

[@tragically1969]

@@templeboards yeah, just made me chuckle, nice build, wish i could afford a QC (more like justify) for my dodgy playing

[@citizennozmeda7232]

Watched at least 6 ads before one end cap got put back on. It’s so irritating I don’t even care about the content anymore

[@tonepilot]

Haven’t seen an ad in years. KZbin premium is so worth it.

[@donniejean]

@@tonepilotagreed dude. If I can’t pay for no ads, I don’t even download an app. You can typically just try it for a month at least. Nothing is free bro. You think they get free GoPros etc?

[@donniejean]

Btw after ad 7, you would have got free KZbin for life

[@BlakJak21]

Get a job and get YT premium😂

[@citizennozmeda7232]

@@BlakJak21 talk shit to a person in real life

[@zlahan88]

I don’t like the idea of permanently sticking it to the board……just my thoughts

[@templeboards]

Nothing’s permanently stuck to the board. If you’re referring to the pedal plates stuck to the pedals, they’re still removable without damaging the pedal’s finish whatsoever.

[@zlahan88]

@@templeboards that's good.

[@carmelosalgado9530]

Templeboards are way too over complicated. Not worth. Unless you’re constantly in a controlled temperature environment, those quick release adhesives slide around and make your pedals look crooked eventually.

[@templeboards]

The adhesive is rated to withstand around 270°F. If your pedals are getting that hot then you’d have other issues on your hands. 😜 Proper prep-work is key. If done correctly, there’s very little reason for the pedal plates to fall off or go crooked. If - for whatever reason - you are having issues, reach out to us and we’ll help sort things out!: [e-mail]

[@breakfasttouch]

im triggered by how many times you had to say mod in the first few minutes

[@MegaLundquist]

Pretty dumb to show stuff we CANT buy 🙄

[@templeboards]

Well, let's just say we're considering our options. You never know what might happen in the future. ;)

[@pavelbasov5488]

1 hour video for pedalboard with 2 pedals on it? What a waste of time...

[@templeboards]

Oh we’ll definitely do other vids with more pedals. 😜👍 This setup simplifies certain aspects and solves issues for the artist. If you find it unnecessary, that’s totally cool.