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