I’m a worship leader and resonate with your comment about lugging 100 watt amps around. As a self taught guitarist but helped along the way with some seasoned guys, they taught me early to keep my rigs simple. So I’m usually very light with what I bring with me. This is perfect for me
By far the best demo and review and explanation of everything on this device that I’ve seen on UA-cam so far. Great job, help me understand it way better than I did, and makes me wanna get one even more
People forget (if you’re old enough) that back in the day not to long ago all we had was a tube head and cab with a couple of pedals! I think this thing is going to be great, not a deep dive and just what you need. With updates it’ll only get better. If you don’t like it get the full on QC!
I appreciate it, man! 🙏🏻 You cannot unfortunately. You have to use the Cortex Control app on the Quad Cortex. I have a video that outlines getting started with it too, if it helps.
Sorry, I don't have a specific video that covers adding ir's. You add them via the Cortex cloud, which I do have a video that covers using it in this place list. You log into the neuraldsp.com/cloud/ , login with your account and upload IR wav capture files. Then log into the cortex phone app and download the IRs you uploaded. Hope this helps!
So you can have 256 captures on the cortex cloud only, and download them from the cloud to the nano cortex, and you can only have 25 captures on the nano cortex at one time, and you can switch those 25 in and out from the cloud. And just 4 that you can assign to the foot switches. So where does the 64 slots come in that it talks about. Sorry but I’m kinda new to all this digital stuff, but I’m learning it and getting better at understanding it, thanks
Yes, I know it's a bit confusing of an implementation. You can store 25 presets in the devices memory itself, without being connected to the app. You can store upto 64 presets, including the 25 on the devices memory in the app. While using the app, you can then toggle using any of upto the 64 stored in the apps memory on the device. On the cloud, you can store 256 captures, but only have upto 64 downloaded at any time to your app. I am quite honestly surprised in the limits of this small a number of presets being stored on the device. Memory isn't that expensive anymore, and with the device blocks being static, there can't be _that much_ configuration data stored.
Hi Gary, I play metal, and I recently got a Nano Cortex. If I connect it directly to a PA, how can I make it sound good? Any tips on settings or configurations?
Hi, Is it possible to jam to music from my phone/tablet with nano cortex without external interface? I’ve read the FAQ but they mentioned just that you can’t stream music via Bluetooth. What about USB-C? I know I sure can via PC but what about smartphone? That’s the only thing that keeps me from buying. Please let me know. Thanks!
Yes, you can! Using the Nano Cortex as an audio interface allows for you to pipe audio from your computer to the outputs. Check out this video for details on how to configure the interface. ua-cam.com/video/STofsEC8hFI/v-deo.htmlsi=ylla46HRj_CYzSp1
@@GaryWrightMusic that’s what I can read everywhere bro, but what about the iPhone? I want to use it as a practice tool and don’t want to carry my laptop with me. If you can check it out for me I would be extremely grateful 🙏🏻
@@maciejka1903unfortunately you cannot stream audio back to the Nano Cortex via Bluetooth or usb-c. Only if you are using it via usb-c as an audio interface. Currently, only Mac/PC are officially supported.
@@israelconlledo8692Ah, ok! Yes, it can be used but it depends on how you wish to have it in your setup. More than likely you will need to have it connected to your outputs and continue the signal chain post fx.
Honestly? I don't think the Nano is suitable for beginners to playing guitar. Of course you can also use it as a beginner, but I think you will quickly become overwhelmed. No beginner needs a capture pedal! What is he supposed to capture? His Boss Catana or a cheap Fender? And who of us hobby guitarists knows what a Marshall, Fender, VOX, Orange, etc. really sounds like in reality (clean, cranked, cab, etc.) ? It's hard for me to put a nice spin on this pedal because it's missing too many really essential features. It will also remain hidden from us what Neural DSP actually intended with this pedal, because after the ominous announcement "SOON", bringing this "i don't know what i'm supposed to be pedal" onto the market is ripping off customers. But other than that, great video and good review!
I agree with your view of beginners not necessarily needing these features day one. Most players don't reach the need for the future growth throughout their entire playing journey. That being said, for those that do expand their horizons to these levels, it does provide headroom. As for the captures, most of the competition has moved to their own flavors of proprietary captures. Some are better than others, but it doesn't take much to just browse UA-cam and hear examples of what the real thing sounds like. I say to each their own. If you have the funds and would like to have a compact unit that comes with some solid features, albeit some also missing, it's a fine product. There are also plenty of great products by competitors, some far less than the Nano, but there are trade-offs in near all of them. No argument, just my expansion of though on the comment. Thanks for bringing up these points!
I’m a worship leader and resonate with your comment about lugging 100 watt amps around. As a self taught guitarist but helped along the way with some seasoned guys, they taught me early to keep my rigs simple. So I’m usually very light with what I bring with me. This is perfect for me
Rock on!
By far the best demo and review and explanation of everything on this device that I’ve seen on UA-cam so far. Great job, help me understand it way better than I did, and makes me wanna get one even more
Thanks, glad to hear the video was helpful! 🙏🏻
@@GaryWrightMusicyea it sure was, thanks
People forget (if you’re old enough) that back in the day not to long ago all we had was a tube head and cab with a couple of pedals! I think this thing is going to be great, not a deep dive and just what you need. With updates it’ll only get better. If you don’t like it get the full on QC!
Pretty much exactly how I feel!
Fuck yeah!
this guy is right on great video
🙏🏻thank you!
Great job. I subscribed. Thank you
Thanks for the sub! 🙏🏻
Need to hear more of the Nano. I hear 50% sound of the guitar strings vs 100% of the Nano output
Understood. I was having some issues with my direct feed on this one. Sorry about that.
Best review, tutorial on UA-cam !
Can you use the App on the Quad ?
I appreciate it, man! 🙏🏻
You cannot unfortunately. You have to use the Cortex Control app on the Quad Cortex.
I have a video that outlines getting started with it too, if it helps.
ua-cam.com/video/iE_lhBqxj10/v-deo.html
Thank you for this. Do you also have a tutorial on how to load new IRs in it? I am new to this and wanna try new IR cabs. Thank you
Sorry, I don't have a specific video that covers adding ir's. You add them via the Cortex cloud, which I do have a video that covers using it in this place list.
You log into the neuraldsp.com/cloud/ , login with your account and upload IR wav capture files.
Then log into the cortex phone app and download the IRs you uploaded. Hope this helps!
@ amazing. Thank you so much for this!
You think you could do a great review like this one on the new Fractal VP4
That’s a great idea! I’ll add it to the list!
@@GaryWrightMusicok thanks man, I appreciate it
So you can have 256 captures on the cortex cloud only, and download them from the cloud to the nano cortex, and you can only have 25 captures on the nano cortex at one time, and you can switch those 25 in and out from the cloud. And just 4 that you can assign to the foot switches. So where does the 64 slots come in that it talks about. Sorry but I’m kinda new to all this digital stuff, but I’m learning it and getting better at understanding it, thanks
Yes, I know it's a bit confusing of an implementation.
You can store 25 presets in the devices memory itself, without being connected to the app. You can store upto 64 presets, including the 25 on the devices memory in the app. While using the app, you can then toggle using any of upto the 64 stored in the apps memory on the device.
On the cloud, you can store 256 captures, but only have upto 64 downloaded at any time to your app.
I am quite honestly surprised in the limits of this small a number of presets being stored on the device. Memory isn't that expensive anymore, and with the device blocks being static, there can't be _that much_ configuration data stored.
@@GaryWrightMusicthank you for the reply, and for clearing that up for me🤟🤟
Hi Gary, I play metal, and I recently got a Nano Cortex. If I connect it directly to a PA, how can I make it sound good? Any tips on settings or configurations?
It does great with PAs with FRFR speakers. There really isn't anything special that needs to happen, short of eq-ing.
Is there anyway I can access & download those user tones using a computer? Or is it only on the phone?
To be able to apply the captures, you will need to use your phone/iPad. You can browse them and favorite with the NeuralDSP cloud portal.
can you have a Out without an IR for a cab for example and another to a FOH with an IR??
Absolutely! If you either turn foot switch 2 until no IR led is lit, or turn off the IR selection in the Cortex app.
Hi,
Is it possible to jam to music from my phone/tablet with nano cortex without external interface? I’ve read the FAQ but they mentioned just that you can’t stream music via Bluetooth. What about USB-C? I know I sure can via PC but what about smartphone? That’s the only thing that keeps me from buying. Please let me know. Thanks!
Yes, you can! Using the Nano Cortex as an audio interface allows for you to pipe audio from your computer to the outputs.
Check out this video for details on how to configure the interface.
ua-cam.com/video/STofsEC8hFI/v-deo.htmlsi=ylla46HRj_CYzSp1
@@GaryWrightMusic that’s what I can read everywhere bro, but what about the iPhone? I want to use it as a practice tool and don’t want to carry my laptop with me. If you can check it out for me I would be extremely grateful 🙏🏻
@@maciejka1903unfortunately you cannot stream audio back to the Nano Cortex via Bluetooth or usb-c. Only if you are using it via usb-c as an audio interface. Currently, only Mac/PC are officially supported.
Hey hi! Quick question.. Can I use the stereo canvas for the balanced outputs?
Sorry, what do you mean by stereo canvas?
@@GaryWrightMusic the walrus audio stereo cantas, direct box :)
Canvas*
@@israelconlledo8692Ah, ok! Yes, it can be used but it depends on how you wish to have it in your setup. More than likely you will need to have it connected to your outputs and continue the signal chain post fx.
@@GaryWrightMusic ohh, ok! Thank you!
now that you made the video ship it back to Thomann because is a waste
I don't feel it's a waste. I just believe it is tailored to very specific use cases.
Honestly? I don't think the Nano is suitable for beginners to playing guitar. Of course you can also use it as a beginner, but I think you will quickly become overwhelmed.
No beginner needs a capture pedal! What is he supposed to capture? His Boss Catana or a cheap Fender? And who of us hobby guitarists knows what a Marshall, Fender, VOX, Orange, etc. really sounds like in reality (clean, cranked, cab, etc.) ?
It's hard for me to put a nice spin on this pedal because it's missing too many really essential features. It will also remain hidden from us what Neural DSP actually intended with this pedal, because after the ominous announcement "SOON", bringing this "i don't know what i'm supposed to be pedal" onto the market is ripping off customers.
But other than that, great video and good review!
I agree with your view of beginners not necessarily needing these features day one. Most players don't reach the need for the future growth throughout their entire playing journey.
That being said, for those that do expand their horizons to these levels, it does provide headroom.
As for the captures, most of the competition has moved to their own flavors of proprietary captures. Some are better than others, but it doesn't take much to just browse UA-cam and hear examples of what the real thing sounds like.
I say to each their own. If you have the funds and would like to have a compact unit that comes with some solid features, albeit some also missing, it's a fine product. There are also plenty of great products by competitors, some far less than the Nano, but there are trade-offs in near all of them.
No argument, just my expansion of though on the comment. Thanks for bringing up these points!