@@touarec My friend has an axe fx 3. I like the QC just as much and it's much more user friendly to me. Plus I like that it's an old in one unit as opposed to rack plus floorboard. Both units are great
@@touarec literally just that, but i prefer the reverbs from the neural plugins, and well theyre on there now. I prefer the amp models and the interface is so much better on the QC.. really theyre all able to get shit equally as good. You would kind of think that all these guitar driven bands would use axe fx instead of everyone switching to qc, especially live how good the routing is. You know better than some of the biggest names playing guitar right now though thats for sure
First thing I noticed was the gnarly bass tone, which is great. Then you tell us that it's transposed live in the software, and I'm kinda double amazed! Nice "clang-y" sound in the mix!
Awesome run down, Pete! You are correct about the transposer; it has been in the newer plugins, but was introduced to the QC in CorOS 3.0. Awesome heavy tones!!
F'n killer solo there, my brother. I mean c'mon! When I watch your gear reviews I'm always taken with your playing and not-so-much gear info. Don't get me wrong, the review info is great but it's your playing that brings me back.
Great tone and I love your playing style, I'm going to purchase the quad cortex I have an angle amp iron ball special edition which is a great app but the quad cortex does everything I believe
Great as almost always!!!! =) Love to see the joy and pleasure while GEARing TWEA.King Playing and FLOWing through the frets. But I still love your classic rough stuff MOST. Such as pedals, tubes, Plexi*AC30*Bassman*Suhr*G12M/G12H/Origin.....and_the_like. Now, hav a deep great nap!!!!
Love the intro and the initial demo on this Pete. Question is, how do you power supply the QC on the temple board? I know it can have issues if not done properly. Do you run it completely separate from everything else with its own dedicated power source? I’m looking for a similar set up but want it done correctly. Thanks as always and love the channel.
I dissed on the QC for a long time, trying QC when it first came out and used Fractal for several decades but NOW I'm finally switching to QC. They have done a great job working to update and make it better for the customer so great job Neural!! And of course awesome playing Pete.
@@r.llynch4124 Neural has done a great job working to update? Huh? They promised that feature over four years ago and still only have 2 of their 20 plugins available. And major features like cortex control that again promised over 4 years and was just released in January 2024. We must have very different takes on the definition of “great”
Looking to move my Quad Cortex onto my pedalboard. How are you powering it while on that Temple Audio board? My current setup is Gigrig generator, but I don't think that has enough juice for the 3A hungry QC, along with my H9. Thanks for all the inspiration. Oh, and the gear folks thank you for all the money I've spent because of you ;)
Hey, Pete! ABSOLUTELY AWESOME DEMO, AS ALWAYS! Crazy question for you; you must have tried doubling pedals... Is there any good ones that you found? My light scrubbing has found the TC electronics mimiq... Have you tried that, and if so, how do you like it?
Pete plz help man. I have an Apollo twin x quad and I just ordered a quad cortex I am really confused on how to connect this all together. I thought I was going to plug the guitar into the input on the cortex then cortex xlr out to Apollo twin trl 1/4 then twin to Mac thunderbolt. No one explains this in and videos. Thank you !
Do you have to still purchase each plugin or plug-in suite separately, or will they be free downloads for QC owners? If the latter, I may take the plunge on a QC purchase. If the former, I’ll stick with the FM9.
Man, I wish these things were up to touring standards when it comes to durability. I’ve been wanting one for years but there are two high profile dudes in my circle who’ve had issues with various parts breaking. It’s just not a coincidence…they’re both highly competent, seasoned professionals. Sonically, the QC is nearly unmatched…there isn’t anything definitively *better* that I’ve heard. But until they put out something that can stand up to the rigors of 300 gigs per year for a decade straight, it would have to be a studio piece for me and I’ve already got way too much studio gear. Very much looking forward to a tankier version down the road.
These are definitely fit for touring long term. Also I've read that people who have ran into issues on tour contacted support and had new units sent directly within 2 days (you really need to be carrying a spare). I mean obviously if one of these modellers fails there's not much chance of you repairing it unlike a traditional amp, but like an amp or traditional pedal board things can and do break especially if you're travelling and playing 300 gigs a year.
@@PeteThorn You don't understand not wanting to support a company that makes promises and doesn't deliver for 4 years? That I don't understand. Neural has been providing you with steady income for years so not that surprising you don’t get that point of view. I sold my QC and went Fractal and never looked back.
@@EJH-jn6mothen you can enjoy your Fractal, we can enjoy QC and its all good? I’ve had the QC since launch and while it’s been great this is an update a lot of us have been excited about. And holy hell does it deliver.
@@EJH-jn6moagain another example of an armchair keyboard warrior that spends too much time typing and not enough time playing, then again given that point, it all checks out anyways.
Yes, they did give a promise that they would get their plug-ins running on the device. They found that that would be more difficult to implement than they thought, but they have been transparent with their updates throughout the process, and they have given many usability and feature updates to the unit as they worked toward this end. Yes, it was a long wait, but it was worth it. I was a launched adopter of the QC, and so I have gotten to enjoy all the updates, and now this update, as well. A little patience will go a long way.
Now if only NDSP would create an Amp Suite type plugin to let plugin users mix and match without having to use multiple plugins and mute the amps/cabs/etc.
Not all the plugins are available for the Quad Cortex yet. So far, Plini X and Gojira X are the two first one ported to the Quad cortex. The others will follow.
you write the most amazing 2-minute songs ever! Great stuff, always different, always geared to the devices.
Thank u!!!
Another day, another unreal Pete Thorn demo! And that intro song was audacious, wild and magical - soooo good!!!
Thanks!!
The QC sounds amazing. Best modeler out there, and constantly getting better
Haven't owned them all but have owned QC, Helix, and Kemper. QC is easily my fav. No desire to have an Axe Fx.
@@WalkerbjjAxe is so much better though, especially the FX like reverb / chorus sound super authentic and high-end
@@touarec My friend has an axe fx 3. I like the QC just as much and it's much more user friendly to me. Plus I like that it's an old in one unit as opposed to rack plus floorboard. Both units are great
@@touarec literally just that, but i prefer the reverbs from the neural plugins, and well theyre on there now. I prefer the amp models and the interface is so much better on the QC.. really theyre all able to get shit equally as good. You would kind of think that all these guitar driven bands would use axe fx instead of everyone switching to qc, especially live how good the routing is. You know better than some of the biggest names playing guitar right now though thats for sure
Great update, even greater playing!
First thing I noticed was the gnarly bass tone, which is great. Then you tell us that it's transposed live in the software, and I'm kinda double amazed! Nice "clang-y" sound in the mix!
Amazing things Neural is doing. Amazing demo you did with Neural.
Awesome run down, Pete!
You are correct about the transposer; it has been in the newer plugins, but was introduced to the QC in CorOS 3.0.
Awesome heavy tones!!
Game changing update. You were on fire !!
That was amazing. Great heavy tones. I'm blown away! 🤘😎🤘
F'n killer solo there, my brother. I mean c'mon! When I watch your gear reviews I'm always taken with your playing and not-so-much gear info. Don't get me wrong, the review info is great but it's your playing that brings me back.
As millions have said before, Pete would sound great through a ____________ (insert anything, toaster oven, crate, cereal box, laundry machine, etc.)
Thanks!!!!
Love it. Thank You Pete, Great Review. CHEERS!
Such awesome playing!
Thanks!
I may have to buy one. I love their plug ins so so much!!
Whatever the plugin names are...
First Petrucci style I heard from you!
Whhooooooo
Great tone and I love your playing style, I'm going to purchase the quad cortex I have an angle amp iron ball special edition which is a great app but the quad cortex does everything I believe
Saw the short on IG and have been waiting patiently for the full song ❤️
Great job.
KILLER playing!! ❤
Man this is the best tone I heard in your channel! Awesome tone!
Is there any chance you'll share the preset?
Pfiiiouh, what a heavy riff Pete ! You should be with Gojira at the Olympics Opening :). Cheers from France !
I love those guys!
Insane sound and song 🤘
I noticed that for a moment, just as the distortion kicked in, you made the "what's that smell?" face. Proof that we all do it, voluntarily or no.
Holy SMOKES!! WHAT AN INTRO
Correction my good sir,.. you can finally use 2 plug ins.
But there both great 👍 cant wait for more
I'm thumbs-upping for the guitar solo.
Pete slaying, per usual.
Amazing video as always, Pete!! Any chance you could show us your presets/sounds you’re using on your tour? Thanks
Great as almost always!!!! =) Love to see the joy and pleasure while GEARing TWEA.King Playing and FLOWing through the frets. But I still love your classic rough stuff MOST. Such as pedals, tubes, Plexi*AC30*Bassman*Suhr*G12M/G12H/Origin.....and_the_like. Now, hav a deep great nap!!!!
Killer song and playing and great demonstration.
Thank u!
Amazing creations,
Great intro riffs
I love that guitar!!! It looks so bad ass. Love the song
Cool demo. Just out of intersest what made you choose qc over fractal for this gig?
Love the intro and the initial demo on this Pete. Question is, how do you power supply the QC on the temple board? I know it can have issues if not done properly. Do you run it completely separate from everything else with its own dedicated power source? I’m looking for a similar set up but want it done correctly. Thanks as always and love the channel.
Just need the Cory Wong plugin in the QC and I'm good to go with it. It's all I've been waiting for
@@Simto with the development pace Neural is on count on that arriving in 2030.
I dissed on the QC for a long time, trying QC when it first came out and used Fractal for several decades but NOW I'm finally switching to QC. They have done a great job working to update and make it better for the customer so great job Neural!! And of course awesome playing Pete.
@@r.llynch4124 Neural has done a great job working to update? Huh? They promised that feature over four years ago and still only have 2 of their 20 plugins available. And major features like cortex control that again promised over 4 years and was just released in January 2024. We must have very different takes on the definition of “great”
@@EJH-jn6mohe Is Happy, you not 😂
Looking to move my Quad Cortex onto my pedalboard. How are you powering it while on that Temple Audio board? My current setup is Gigrig generator, but I don't think that has enough juice for the 3A hungry QC, along with my H9. Thanks for all the inspiration. Oh, and the gear folks thank you for all the money I've spent because of you ;)
I just have the included power supply plugged in and it's mounted underneath the board!
Hey, Pete! ABSOLUTELY AWESOME DEMO, AS ALWAYS! Crazy question for you; you must have tried doubling pedals... Is there any good ones that you found? My light scrubbing has found the TC electronics mimiq... Have you tried that, and if so, how do you like it?
I am laughing so hard right now because that is nearly Identical to how my Koko Boost is set, those are THE "Magical" Koko Boost settings!!
Excellent!! Which plugin has a Van Halen esque Amp tone??
The transposer is actually not polyphonic. I asked a while back, and they said it's its own thing, better than the pitch shifter.
Nice t-shirt 😀
Hey Pete, any chance you can share the preset to us your fans? thanks man!!!
Sei magico eccezionale
I have a lot of there plugins theres only 2 when will all be available that’s when I’ll buy one that might take two more years.
How can I unlock it?
It says "Gojira 🔒"
Cool musical piece PT...distortion is almost too good, if that makes sense. Opening clean sound has Dream Theatre Pull Me Under Vibes.
0:30 Didn't even notice you hit the Stank Face button on the QC 😂. Great tune.
You can use 2 plugins.
I didn't know this guitar exists.... Pete Thorn Model with Floyd?
Yes! New PT Custom HSS model
@@PeteThorn Looks like a HSH with no pick guard to me.... 🙂
Pete plz help man. I have an Apollo twin x quad and I just ordered a quad cortex I am really confused on how to connect this all together. I thought I was going to plug the guitar into the input on the cortex then cortex xlr out to Apollo twin trl 1/4 then twin to Mac thunderbolt. No one explains this in and videos.
Thank you !
Man for digital it sounds killer!
Very Dream Theater like.
Fantastic Pete! As for you whiners, get a like, really!
Do you have to still purchase each plugin or plug-in suite separately, or will they be free downloads for QC owners? If the latter, I may take the plunge on a QC purchase. If the former, I’ll stick with the FM9.
as far as I understand, you‘ll get a „gift“ for one free plugin as a QC Owner, the plugins are not for free
@@jazzFABRYk Thanks.
My thumb made it 201
Man, I wish these things were up to touring standards when it comes to durability. I’ve been wanting one for years but there are two high profile dudes in my circle who’ve had issues with various parts breaking. It’s just not a coincidence…they’re both highly competent, seasoned professionals. Sonically, the QC is nearly unmatched…there isn’t anything definitively *better* that I’ve heard. But until they put out something that can stand up to the rigors of 300 gigs per year for a decade straight, it would have to be a studio piece for me and I’ve already got way too much studio gear. Very much looking forward to a tankier version down the road.
These are definitely fit for touring long term. Also I've read that people who have ran into issues on tour contacted support and had new units sent directly within 2 days (you really need to be carrying a spare).
I mean obviously if one of these modellers fails there's not much chance of you repairing it unlike a traditional amp, but like an amp or traditional pedal board things can and do break especially if you're travelling and playing 300 gigs a year.
Sorry for the spelling I'm using voice text
Someone has been listening to Dream Theater lately. Strong hints of Pull Me Under in this one.
How many years ago was it that Neural promised that? I bought and sold my QC when they failed to deliver on their promises. This was just one.
I mean, it's always been a killer capable device and I don't really get that opinion, but ok
@@PeteThorn You don't understand not wanting to support a company that makes promises and doesn't deliver for 4 years? That I don't understand. Neural has been providing you with steady income for years so not that surprising you don’t get that point of view. I sold my QC and went Fractal and never looked back.
@@EJH-jn6mothen you can enjoy your Fractal, we can enjoy QC and its all good? I’ve had the QC since launch and while it’s been great this is an update a lot of us have been excited about. And holy hell does it deliver.
@@EJH-jn6moagain another example of an armchair keyboard warrior that spends too much time typing and not enough time playing, then again given that point, it all checks out anyways.
Yes, they did give a promise that they would get their plug-ins running on the device. They found that that would be more difficult to implement than they thought, but they have been transparent with their updates throughout the process, and they have given many usability and feature updates to the unit as they worked toward this end. Yes, it was a long wait, but it was worth it.
I was a launched adopter of the QC, and so I have gotten to enjoy all the updates, and now this update, as well.
A little patience will go a long way.
SOON turned into TOO LATE
Now if only NDSP would create an Amp Suite type plugin to let plugin users mix and match without having to use multiple plugins and mute the amps/cabs/etc.
@@shaharbar I mean they still have 18 other plugins to get to everyone so that’s another decade unless they invest more in development.
Neither. Of my 2 "X" plugs show in QC3.0 just 2 I do not own.WTF!
Not all the plugins are available for the Quad Cortex yet. So far, Plini X and Gojira X are the two first one ported to the Quad cortex. The others will follow.
@@PKC-r7w “the others will follow” … I’ll believe it when I see it. For a software company to deliver promised features at a snails pace is pitiful.