Plugin Compatibility
Open a new world of possibilities by loading Neural DSP plugins on your Quad Cortex
Neural DSP Plugins on Quad Cortex
With the release of CorOS 3.0.0, the much awaited Plugin Compatibility (PCOM) feature is now available on the Quad Cortex. PCOM opens up a new realm of possibilities for tone exploration by integrating the devices from our acclaimed plugins with the already impressive library of devices in the Quad Cortex.
Quad Cortex compatible plugins
Plugins currently compatible with Quad Cortex are marked with a 'COMPATIBLE' badge on their product cards and pages
Mix and match plugin devices with Quad Cortex devices
Plugin devices behave in exactly the same way as native Quad Cortex devices. This means that you can combine devices from multiple plugins with Quad Cortex devices in your signal chains.
Combine devices from multiple plugins
Add devices from multiple plugins to your signal chain on the Quad Cortex. Ever imagined pairing the Lead amp and Delay from Archetype: Plini X with the Reverb and Wow pedal from Archetype: Gojira X? PCOM lets you do just that.
Use the Doubler and Transpose on your Quad Cortex
CorOS 3.0.0 introduces the Doubler and Transpose devices for all users. Use the Doubler to project your signal to a simulated stereo field giving you the sound of a double-tracked recording. Use Transpose to pitch your instrument up or down and easily change its tuning.
Import your Plugin Presets to your Quad Cortex
With Cortex Control, you can seamlessly import your Plugin Presets into your Quad Cortex. Simply drag and drop compatible Preset Files from your computer into a Plugin Preset Folder in Cortex Control.
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See which plugins are ready for your Quad Cortex
Plugins currently compatible with Quad Cortex are marked with a "COMPATIBLE" badge on their product cards and pages.
See Plugin Compatibility in action
How to activate plugins on your Quad Cortex
Upcoming Quad Cortex-compatible plugin releases
FAQs
Will using a plugin on Quad Cortex use up one of the three activation slots on iLok? What if I have run out of activations?
Using a plugin on Quad Cortex will not affect the number of license activations you have available on iLok. The plugin will still run on Quad Cortex if no activations are available.
Can I use a trial of a plugin on Quad Cortex?
No. This would require Quad Cortex to be always online for the trials to run, which we did not want to implement.
Will I need to buy the plugins again for them to work on Quad Cortex?
No. As long as there are Quad Cortex-compatible versions, any plugins you have already purchased will function on your Quad Cortex.
Will my Quad Cortex need an internet connection whenever I want to use plugins?
No. Quad Cortex only needs an internet connection once to verify which plugin licenses you have in the iLok account connected to your Neural DSP account.
How do plugin devices interact with standard Quad Cortex devices?
Plugin devices behave in exactly the same way as Quad Cortex devices. You can combine them however you wish!
Can I create new signal chains on Quad Cortex combining devices from multiple plugins?
Yes! As long as the plugins are Quad Cortex compatible, you can mix and match devices from any plugins you own.
What if I have plugin licenses in several different iLok accounts?
We have increased the number of iLok accounts you can have connected to your Neural DSP account from one to three.
Can I use my plugin presets on Quad Cortex?
Yes. With Cortex Control, you can seamlessly import your Plugin Presets into your Quad Cortex. Simply drag and drop compatible Preset files from your computer into a Plugin Preset Folder in Cortex Control.
If I have more than one Quad Cortex, how many of them can I use my plugins on?
You can use your plugins on up to three Quad Cortex.
How frequently will new batches of Quad Cortex-compatible plugins be released?
We expect to release new batches every few months.
Will future plugins be immediately compatible with Quad Cortex?
Not necessarily. Some plugin features take a long time to implement on Quad Cortex, and we do not wish to delay the launch of a plugin until it is fully compatible with Quad Cortex.
Get your Quad Cortex
See which plugins are ready for your Quad Cortex
Plugins currently compatible with Quad Cortex are marked with a 'COMPATIBLE' badge on their product cards and pages.
Device List
See the full list of native and plugin devices available on the Quad Cortex.