Unveils long-awaited features: Neural DSP gratifies gamers with latest Nano Cortex enhancement
Neural DSP Enhances Nano Cortex Amp Modeler with Tap Tempo Controls and MIDI Functionality
The NanOS 2.1.0 update for Neural DSP's Nano Cortex amp modeler brings a host of new features aimed at enhancing usability and performance.
One of the key additions is the Tap Tempo feature, which can now be accessed directly on the device by holding Footswitch I to enter Tap Tempo mode and setting tempo with Footswitches I and II. The Cortex Cloud app also includes a tap pad for precise BPM entry, options for global or preset-specific tempos, and the ability to select external MIDI clock sources (USB or TRS MIDI).
The update also introduces Incoming MIDI CC support, allowing users to control various functions such as bypassing individual device slots, adjusting the expression pedal position, controlling tap tempo, and toggling the tuner on/off.
Other new features include an IR Loader Bypass for bypassing the impulse response loader on a specific output independently, MIDI Thru functionality that forwards MIDI messages from the TRS MIDI input directly to the USB MIDI output, the ability to set USB Playback Volume for audio coming from a USB-connected device, and a Mute Input option to mute the analog input's direct monitoring path, beneficial for re-amping workflows.
The update also includes the option to Mute Outputs to mute analog outputs and avoid signal doubling when monitoring solely within a DAW, and the ability to keep Reverb and Delay trails active when bypassing the Nano Cortex (applicable only when 4-Preset mode is disabled).
The Nano Cortex, a smaller and more affordable version of the Quad Cortex modeler, utilizes Neural Capture technology to replicate the tonal soul of tube amps and pedals. The market for smaller-sized amp modelers is competitive, and this update helps the Nano Cortex maintain its position.
Notably, this release makes the Nano Cortex much more gig-ready by supporting MIDI control of effect blocks and adding practical tempo management tools. Previous firmware updates have added 47 new effects and improved control over the signal chain to the Nano Cortex.
John Mayer was recently spotted playing a Quad Cortex at Coachella, but with the introduction of tap tempo controls to the Nano Cortex, players may find a more affordable and versatile option for their live performances.
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- The Tap Tempo feature, introduced in the NanOS 2.1.0 update, allows users to set the tempo directly on the Nano Cortex device or within the Cortex Cloud app.
- Incoming MIDI CC support, a new feature in the update, enables control over various functions such as bypassing pedal slots, adjusting the expression pedal position, and toggling the tuner on/off.
- The Nano Cortex, modeled after tube amps and pedals using Neural Capture technology, now offers more gig-ready features with MIDI control over effect blocks and tap tempo controls.
- With the addition of tap tempo controls, the Nano Cortex becomes a more affordable and versatile option for live performances, comparable to John Mayer's Quad Cortex use at Coachella.
