Description
Neural DSP Nano Cortex
An infinite number of amps and pedals on your pedalboard
Nano Cortex is an ultra-compact, ultra-powerful digital amp, cab, and effects processor that fits in the palm of your hand. With studio-quality sound, a comprehensive signal chain, and revolutionary Neural Capture technology, it meets all your tone-shaping needs on stage, in the studio, or at home.
Key Features
Complete guitar or bass rig in an ultra-compact pedal.
Neural Capture technology at the same resolution as Quad Cortex.
Create digital replicas of any amp, cab, or drive pedal in minutes.
Free access to thousands of Neural Captures in Cortex Cloud.
Comprehensive signal chain with pre and post FX.
Impulse Response loader with 300 IRs (10 cab models x 5 mics x 6 positions).
Adaptive Noise Gate and Transpose for easy tuning changes.
Customizable footswitch functions and gapless preset switching.
Low-latency 24-bit / 48kHz audio interface.
Bluetooth Cortex Cloud integration for wireless management.
Neural Capture
Create captures on-device without any computer or apps.
Replicates amps, cabinets, and drive pedals with unprecedented accuracy.
Ships with 25 Neural Captures, with free access to thousands more online.
Store up to 256 Neural Captures for personalized rigs.
Pre & Post Effects
Pre Effects: Adaptive Gate, Transpose.
Post Effects: Chorus (Boss DC-2W emulation), Analog Delay (BBD style), Mind Hall Reverb (Lexicon 224 emulation).
Controls
Bass, Mid, Treble: Tone shaping.
Amount: Effect intensity.
Gain: Saturation level.
Level: Output adjustment.
Capture, Save, Capture Banks, FX Blocks, IR Loader Slots, Footswitches I & II for rotary/stomp control.
I/O
1/4" instrument input, dual 1/4" TRS stereo outputs.
Ground lift switch for noise reduction.
TRS expression & MIDI input, 3.5mm headphone output with level knob.
USB-C for 24-bit, 48kHz recording and power.
Power input: 9-12V DC 600 mA.
Capture input (XLR & TS) with Boost switch (+26dB).
Compact & Portable
Fits in the palm of your hand, weighs 620g / 1.36lbs.
Perfect for live, studio, or home use.
Cortex Cloud
Explore thousands of Captures from other users and share your own.
Wirelessly download tones and manage presets via the app.
Access iconic amps, ultra-rare drive pedals, and modern high-gain sounds.
Designed for
Touring musicians: Full rig and neural capture technology in a compact, gig-ready package.
Studio users: High-quality audio interface, 24-bit / 48kHz, 7 USB channels.
Beginners: Intuitive, easy-to-use interface with access to thousands of tones.
Full Specifications
Weight: 620g / 1.36lbs
Neural Capture: On-device, Quad Cortex resolution
IRs: 10 cab models x 5 mics x 6 positions = 300 IRs, expandable up to 256 user IRs
Pre Effects: Adaptive Gate, Transpose
Post Effects: Chorus, Analog Delay, Mind Hall Reverb
Footswitches: 2 stainless steel, rotary + stomp functions
Connectivity: 1/4" instrument input, 2x 1/4" TRS outputs, TRS Expression/MIDI, USB-C, 3.5mm headphone output
Power: 9-12V DC 600 mA