Neural DSP Quad Cortex Deep Dive

[@sweetwater]

Thanks for joining us for this detailed look at the Neural DSP Quad Cortex! Unlock your gear's potential with more deep dives like this when you like, comment, and subscribe!

[@ronnieaux5290]

Why has no one showed the Quad Cortex loading one of the Archetype plugins? Supposedly it's possible, but I don't see anyone doing it. I'd really like to see something like Archetype: Nolly running on Quad Cortex. Does it use the graphics from the VST plugin? Is it just a weird, bare thing just like everything else in QC? (the plugin's are gorgeous-looking, but the QC has a very simple interface approach)

[@IsaacLausell]

This is all fine but is there an effect list for this thing?

[@alexhall6375]

That is the most articulate and comprehensive review of the QC I have seen to date.

[@sweetwater]

Thanks for watching, Alex! 🙌

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

A lot more to come very soon (rubs hands)

[@hogger88]

Now this lady's and gentlemen is how you do a proper review. Thanks Mitch.

[@GearGasms]

Agreed but it helps to have a big company budget and big company talent. Some of us little guys have to get by on charm. 🤓🎸🤘🏻

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Now this ladies and gentlemen is how you do a proper modeler!

[@thomaskolb8293]

Absolutely. Mitch and Dave are the best.......and with EHX there's Bill Ruppert. Pro every time.

[@timlee2580]

@@GearGasms regardless of the company Mitch himself is very talented and professional at what he does. I mean there are other companies with all the professional support but Mitch is on another level.

[@dajzilla]

@@timlee2580 I agree Tim. I just love Mitch and could listen to the guy talk all day. He just comes across as such a stand up dude and knows his stuff and loves what he does.

[@markhamilton8765]

I’m SOLD! Mitch, this was by far the best detailed overview of equipment I have witnessed. You carefully explained a complex and involved product without loosing this viewer. I suspect others feel the same. Your professionalism helps to make Sweetwater stand out among the crowded retail marketplace. Thanks again Mitch for this wonderful overview.

[@KRayxKodessA]

I promised myself I wasn't going to get hyped about this until I could physically try one... but then this video happened. You guys are cold blooded enablers!

[@Dylan-ji5ug]

I think I am going to order one. My grandkids will be grateful when it shows up and they know that Papi was thinking of them all those years ago. lol

[@reevemiller3813]

Ok boomer

[@loganlavenets9067]

@@reevemiller3813 was that necessary? Are you jealous he’s getting a quad cortex and you’re not?

[@michaelherrera491]

Mitch Many thanks for doing the most thorough video on the QC Now all we need is Neural DSP to ship the QC

[@BorislavZahariev]

As a musician looking to purchase new gear, this is the kind of videos that help with the decision! Thanks, Mitch! My QC is on its way.

[@sketchstuffs]

I want to say thank you from all of us waiting for this to reach our homes and lives.

[@r.llynch4124]

use scenes to create 8 different presets within the one preset. No lag when switching. Nice video from Sweetwater, thanks

[@jordanbrazinski8260]

I believe that was Neural's intent, and nobody seems to understand. Change presets between songs in a set and change scenes during the song.

[@josuastangl7140]

That's how all high end modelers work and somehow people still don't get it

[@GearGasms]

@@josuastangl7140 yeah I was going to say the Helix does that as far as I know

[@josuastangl7140]

@@GearGasms it's the same for AxeFX and Kemper also works similar

[@GarrettPod]

The best video on this by far!

[@nixternal]

The single greatest video on the QC. I'm fairly certain this left me without any questions. Only other way I would like to see it used would be with an acoustic guitar using dynamic/condenser mics & onboard electronics the acoustic may have.

[@MartinOverstreet]

As a person who is just starting to explore the options in the digital modeling guitar world, I really appreciate the work that Mitch Gallagher and Sweetwater have done in demonstrating the Quad Cortex in a way that is not laced with hyperbole or personal opinion, one that demonstrates the numerous options and abilities of the Quad Cortex making it a consideration in my digital modeling choice. Thank you Sweetwater.

[@paulhopson7680]

Mitch, you never cease to amaze me by making some of the best, thorough, in-depth overviews of music gear. I’m an owner of an Axe FX III and not gonna lie, seeing the Quad Core and the ease of use of it’s interface along with the sounds themselves makes it enticing to want to purchase. But, I know that would be over indulgence when I haven’t even use the Axe FX to it’s fullest extent. One of the hardest things as a music gear head sometimes is learning contentment.

[@shellsjoint]

Best video on the Quad Cortex.. I have mine preordered already..

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Playing for 3 decades, never used a modeler. But this one has me interested. I’m feeling this one 👍🏻 glad I waited so long

[@bry2k]

Same here. Been playing old Marshalls & Fenders, Vox, Boogie, Orange, Matchless and Hiwatt for close to 30 years. This is the first modeler unit I'm particularly interested in trying. These things always seem to fall apart when I hear them in real life, so...we'll see. I remain skeptical, because no one bothers to try to reproduce what I consider to be great guitar tones in these reviews. Let's hear the sound of Brian May's AC30, or Malcom Young's Super Bass, or SRV's Fender Blackface. I want to hear a really dynamic clean/crunch tone that shows response to pick attack and the guitar volume knob. Then I'm sold.

[@krisyoungsteadt9139]

Get a Zoom G5n while you wait. Sounds good for the price and is easy to use.

[@Utube-g3g]

Best modeler I’ve ever heard, felt or used. No more constant tweaking for a mediocre sound. Love it. Amps come first but really enjoying this. Get lost in playing. Not a heavy metal player. Rock, blues, pop, funk RnB etc. high gain, medium gain,, low gain, clean. Takes external pedals great. Almost didn’t get it because I haven’t liked the “other big guys” but this is great and tbh it’s fun not annoying to deal with.

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

The interface looks like a big step forward over the competition.

[@montygranito]

It’s what I was waiting for. I don’t want to need to use a pc to unlock the full power of the device. This is the holy grail.

[@krisyoungsteadt9139]

I agree. This is a sweet device.

[@EricTetz]

It's a huge step down compared to the Kemper Stage. I have both. The Quad Cortex has 3 separate switching modes, all of them shitty. It doesn't matter how much power you have under the hood if you can't effectively control it on stage.

[@Utube-g3g]

@@EricTetz I have the Kemper power rack and it’s a huge step up. If it sounds shitty it could be user error. It sounds and feels great. It’s only as good as you are at tweaking it. And I don’t spend much time tweaking. More time playing. But if the Kemper is your thing than it’s your thing.

[@rogerm7922]

Mitch is a fine example of “let the pros handle it” .. best video on KZbin for QC . Cheers 🍻

[@jlore6344]

Well done, this review is super comprehensive and easy to follow. What a machine that is, dang!!!

[@paulwilliamson9958]

Ah! at last, someone explaining in detail this piece of equipment. Thanks Mitch

[@trevorshear7737]

The best lesson for the Quad Cortex to learn on KZbin

[@proequipments7210]

Got this unit fews days back and this is toooo good... stellar sound

[@MusicChannel-rf5zz]

How many Amps?

[@DaveJohnsonGroup]

This video is really helpful in understanding of the ABC's of Quad Cortex.

[@Mattrebel15]

Great demo Sweetwater!! I've already pre-ordered this product last month. Seems like a great product. I know, I know it's backordered. Juuussst waiting patiently now. 😏👍

[@UndeadTusk]

I just ordered mine yesterday during gearfest and I am super stoked to dig in to that beast! Mitch, you are GREAT at what you do. Sweetwater certainly scored big when they brought you into the family my friend!! Very thorough review and I will be back once I get my unit to review some features for sure! Cheers to you all and keep up the good work! God bless!

[@rickthestick8]

As always, another great in-depth review. Looking forward to getting my hands (and feet) on one soon!

[@markmaw8]

Man what a fantastic review, cleared up a hell of a lot of questions I had about this device, really wanting one of these now!

[@ianstake3123]

Well done Mitch!!

[@GearGasms]

The knob function integrated into the footswitches is either genius or I don’t get out much. That is a great design!

[@tonychan9637]

You explained this the best. God send. The tutorial I needed.

[@kevinperry3639]

Wow, very impressive. Amazing technology. Great video, thanks 🤘

[@Leopold---1320]

Looks amazing and it has so many features. Almost to many features. All they have to do now it figure out how to make it sound good.

[@michaelg.woodley3732]

I'm so excited omg. I can't wait until it ships!

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Cue Eddie Money ‘Tickets to Paradise’ 🎶

[@musicmanlfp890]

Nice extensive look. Thanks, Mitch.

[@peteglase]

Outstanding demo! My QC arrives today! Shout out to my awesome Sweetwater Rep -- C.J. Antol!

[@sweetwater]

🙌

[@wolvesandguitars]

That has been passed around Sweetwater like a Bong at Cypress Hill show.

[@JasonM96]

When even I can understand a tutorial on a complex piece of digital guitar gear, I know it's a good video.

[@mattwhite399]

This demo is excellent! Very impressive presentation!

[@deadc0w536]

My best friend pre-ordered this a year and a half ago and got his in the mail last week. Unreal.

[@jgooch99]

Once they make a piece gear that can capture time based effects with multiple in and outs I’ll feel like I’m floating in heaven!!!

[@jscordoba3]

Supposedly they are working on this, they very briefly mention it in one of neurals videos. But I'm not holding my breath.

[@StoneToneProducts]

This will be absolutely perfect for my Namm booth as well as everything else. Great job !

[@michaelgregory2231]

So well done, Mitch, thank you.

[@dougretrodaze7963]

Very comprehensive. Thank you.

[@dfence3606]

I've watched a dozen Quad Cortex reviews and this was the best one hands down. All the others were more about tone than functionality. I guess that's the difference between amateurs & pro's.

[@Polletross]

Mitch killin it yet again

[@Neuri]

Thanks dude I love your videos you are genuinely engaging

[@Mr_A_Mia]

Very useful review/demo of this unit ive seen so far.

[@BabaGhanoushMusic]

Such a good in depth analysis, thank you!

[@scottcooper6147]

Great video. Love the touchscreen and the signal routing options.

[@RockyH.]

Wow! The Quad has literally changed live music.....as long as guitar player has a guitar or two, the Quad and a badass PA......he/she is kicking ass..... technology really has taken guitar playing to a entirely new level!!!

[@KunchangLeeMusic]

Want one now

[@Fausmusic]

I'd fully chill with this dude

[@peter-hassett]

great video -- I received a shipment of 50 of these a few months ago and I wasn't sure how to use them until now -- was just using them to adjust the height of my computer monitor

[@wolvesandguitars]

You giving Mitch the Sass .. !? He’s a legend in the League of Explanatory Gentlemen !!

[@patrickcarroll1754]

I'm thrilled Mitch is my guide today.

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Yeah he’s good.

[@justinelliott7136]

Very insightful video! Looks fairly straightforward to use as well :)

[@mathieupelletier4392]

Available in a store near you in 2031.

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

March 2021! 🦾🤘🏻

[@mathieupelletier4392]

I hope! It was supposed to be out in september, than october, december...february and now march. I hope it will be quick for all those waiting.

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Math I’d like to think that they were being scrupulous in getting it right ;)

[@montygranito]

Sweet water, unsolicited , said they should get them in a week!

[@mathieupelletier4392]

@@montygranito they said that like 6 months ago and it became an online joke about sweatwater rep. But I hope its true

[@reaganjohnson8950]

Very helpful and well presented information.Thanks for posting.

[@iangreene8720]

Excellent breakdown. Thank you

[@rickhimes]

I love being able to slot in a real pedal into the loop. I have some esoteric drives that are fun to try in front of various amps.

[@tiagodungo]

Great demo mate, thanks for this.

[@illinimdg]

I've had my eye on this for a while now. It would be very cool to win one ☺️

[@sparknado]

Sounds great!

[@2550marshall]

Thanks for the excellent review Mitch! While we are still patiently *cough* waiting for them to ship, how about a demo of 3 musicians at a time using it? Guitar/bass/vocal?

[@pfflam]

Wow, yeah, I want one! Looks both easy but also deep if you want it to be.

[@chrisnichols4077]

Great easy to follow guide thanks so much…👍👍👍👍

[@Yoguy1107]

Can't wait to get my hands on this hardware, Dude!

[@brandonproctor3639]

I have to admit, that unit is pretty badass! I have to have it... might be another year or so but, I will have it 🎶😎

[@impala666]

LOVE it!

[@felixweber6593]

It must be even better now (april 2024) than it was then... Amazing gear.

[@BigRalphN]

Great job Mr Gallagher. Mine has been preordered for a bit. Tell Andy Rice hello for me.

[@stegre1]

Excellent job!

[@hamadxjm]

that was a great video DUDE

[@bloopiedoop1]

Amazing modeler!

[@bitburg40]

Just got mine from Sweetwater yesterday. to go with my many dsp plug-ins.🤪😂

[@rockstarguitareffects]

great video

[@NevermindTheNirvanaTributeBand]

JUST WAITING (STILL) FOR A SHIP DATE...

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

Patience, Grasshopper

[@alojz300]

great video

[@mstclair]

Wow what a full-featured device

[@Nicolae8607]

Man this is better than Helix,Kemper

[@ensignbarabus]

Very cool!

[@TheMusicShack7]

Awesome!!

[@dukey558]

Waiting for QC , now I've all sold out my modellers ...Great review ever seen on YT for QC's.

[@michaelgotthardt4727]

I would love to be able to grab one of these just to play with and get around the learning curve.

[@fatfitnessnerd9064]

Thanks that was really good.

[@chrisdaviesguitar]

very informative. Thank you.

[@ChapmanMusic]

This is like when the iPhone came out. It was a generation ahead of everyone else. I’ve been using Helix for several years professionally. Line6 are long overdue a new product for their flagship Helix family. QC will have everyone at L6 sweating. The GUI on the QC is fantastic and the o/s and stock offerings are only going to improve with every update. Am very tempted to jump ship over to QC.

[@RichardKeelinGuitar]

Is there less latency using this as an interface via USB than there is when plugging it into an existing interface? I just got mine and I’m plugging in to my avid interface. Even using a clean with no effects are having latency, worse with effects, most noticeable when playing 16th notes. It’s tolerable, but if using it as the main interface via usb makes that big of of difference then I curious. I’ve not had the chance to try it yet. Oh yeah, another weird thing, is that there is more latency using a completely clean tone with not effects than there is playing with heavy gain.

[@Clive007]

I think to turn a block off you can also double tap the icon which saves having to go in a click on Bypass.

[@rontharper]

@ 7:12 you mention opening up a blank preset but I didnt catch what you pushed to get to a blank preset. Thank you

[@ChadBoston]

Just saying - I want the QC … it will be a great unit - pluses - Touch Screen - Capture - Mic placement - cool buttons/knobs - But the paths looooook very familiar and I’d say that particular unit has about 5 years on it - I also can use its joystick to build a preset in just about as fas as I could on a touch screen I do want one but I’m not unhappy with my current squeeze- the Helix Rack

[@ChadBoston]

Great demo though

[@jaovao]

Size and weight are totally different though. 😂 and easy of use. No comparison at all.

[@ChadBoston]

@@jaovao so true - 😀

[@nimblefred2932]

I think I'm over it

[@hangtite87]

Pretty cool! I'd buy one if it came with a tech to set it up at one of my gigs. Love the tones though. Nice vid Mitch.

[@Redaxerocker1]

I would need Mitch to come to my house and show me how to use this 😂,I'm so old school and a pedal guy. This thing sounds incredible though.

[@dbkincaid1]

Thanks for the review Mitch. Well Done. I'm on the list at Sweetwater for one. I hope this is as good as everyone is saying. Neural is saying shipping by the end of the month. Fingers crossed.

[@Bibblebabbler]

New drinking game...every time Mitch says quad cortex....

[@ritzenhauf]

pretty sick--if the cabs are basic IRs, might be a drawback?

[@danielbertola7868]

Can we get a change to the release date estimation on the site. It changes every time I look and if Neural can't pull it together to meet your deadline, it only makes SW look bad too. I'm wondering when confidence will change to mid April. Edit: Now it.actually says mid April.

[@warrenfeit1636]

What are you getting the sound from here Mitch. Is it a mic up FRFR or direct to the computer?

[@sweetwater]

The sound you’re hearing in the video was recorded directly into PreSonus Studio One on my MacBook, using the Quad Cortex USB connection as the audio interface. No EQ or processing was applied to the recording. I monitored via FRFR speakers for me to hear the sound while shooting the video. Thanks for watching, hope this helps! Mitch

[@sergiobonitti4977]

Hello! at 12' 30 '' you speak about parallel signal, and how to split it. But to me it is not a real parallel signal, because you have 2 direct signals, you should be able to make te signal passing thru the dly completely wet and choose the amount of dly with a volume knob, but ther is not any volume knob.

[@pariahgaming365]

I’m sure it’s a really good unit but most KZbinrs say that the reverb and delay effects in it are not so good. Too bad sweetwater will never mention something like that cause their job is only to sell, not to properly inform. Still, great demo as to what it can do.