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Unrivaled Processing Power

Powered by six cores, the Quad Cortex offers truly limitless sound design possibilities—run four amp models, stereo reverbs, and expansive effect chains without breaking a sweat.

Neural Capture™ — Digitize Your Sound

With Neural Capture™, the Quad Cortex uses advanced biomimetic AI tech to listen to your amp, pedal, or cabinet and replicate it with human-like perception. Capture, share, and download your favorite rigs with unmatched realism.

Intuitive Multi-Touch Interface

A bright, 7″ multi-touch display makes building and tweaking signal chains as effortless as using a smartphone—drag, drop, and swipe your way to brilliant tones.

Massive Algorithm & IR Library

Preloaded with 90+ amp models, 100+ effects, and 1,000+ impulse responses, the Quad Cortex gives you a virtually endless palette for tone sculpting.

Compact & Durable Design

Despite its raw power, the Quad Cortex remains portable—measuring just 11.4" × 7.7" × 2.7" (29 × 19.5 × 6.9 cm) and weighing 4.2 lbs (1.95 kg).

Flexible I/O with Professional Standards

  • Dual combo inputs (TS/TRS/XLR) with adjustable impedance, level control, mic preamps, and phantom power
  • Two effects loops for integrating pedals
  • Balanced mono TRS outputs (×2) and XLR outputs (×2) for clean, stage- and studio-ready routing
  • Headphone output, MIDI In/Out/Thru, dual expression pedal inputs, and USB for low-latency audio, MIDI, and firmware updates
  • Durable design: 11 stainless-steel stomp/rotary switches and Neutrik® connectors

Cortex Cloud & Desktop Control

  • Use the Cortex Cloud and mobile app (iOS & Android) to discover, download, and share presets, Neural Captures, and manage your IR library

  • Cortex Control™ desktop software enables deep, intuitive control over every Quad Cortex parameter

Ruggedness Tested—Made for the Road

The Quad Cortex has passed intense temperature, humidity, and vibration testing—including performance up to 70°C (158°F), high humidity, and 20 G resonance vibration—with flying colors.

 

Quick Specs Overview

  • Processing Power: 6 cores — handles multiple amps, effects, and reverbs effortlessly
  • Display: 7″ full-color multi-touch for intuitive editing
  • Amp & Effect Library: 90+ amps, 100+ effects, 1,000+ IRs for expansive tone options
  • Neural Capture™: AI-powered rig cloning for human-like tone precision
  • Size & Weight: Compact and lightweight at 11.4″ × 7.7″ × 2.7″, 4.2 lbs
  • I/O: Combo inputs, effects loops, balanced outs, headphone, MIDI, expression, USB
  • Cloud & App Support: Wireless presets, captures, and backups via Cortex Cloud; full desktop control via Cortex Control™
  • Durability: Rigorously tested for vibration, heat, and humidity resistance

The DDG Difference

No Sales Tax Outside TN

As a small business, we don't have to charge sales tax on orders outside of TN.

Get More For Your Trade

We proudly offer 70% trade value, while other stores normally offer 40-60%

Thousands of Happy Customers

The quality shopping experience and customer support you deserve.

Thousands of Customers Love DDG

Responsive, great communication, fast shipping, great product inventory. Guitar came fully set up and perfect. What's not to love?, Great shop, highly recommended

— Justin S., Grapevine, TXESP USA Eclipse

If there were more than 5 stars to give I would. This shop is top notch. GREAT customer service !!! Matt and his team are good people. Highly recommend. Thanks Again!

— Jeff S., Alpena, MILegator Ninja N6FX

Overall great customer service and very friendly demeanor from Matt and Kristen at Drop Dee. Guitar matched its description perfectly and included everything as listed. Great setup out of the box and I can already tell this will be my main guitar from here on out! Do NOT hesitate to shop with the fine folks as they’re incredibly helpful, and very very friendly! Thanks for the Custom Shop Strat!

— Joshua T., Bluefield, WVFender Custom Shop 57 Stratocaster Relic

I must say, I've had enough of mass sellers like SweetWater with their extra fees for everything that should be included as part of a guitar sale. Drop Dee Guitars exceeded my expectations by far with my order, ensuring that my instrument was a joy to play straight out of the box. I eagerly anticipate future business with this store. They are truly a shining star! Excellent communication throughout the pre-sale and after-sale as well. Thank you!

— Jose M., Port Matilda, PACharvel MJ San Dimas Style 1

Great People, Great Guitars, Great Setup. Can't ask for any more. Also look at their website their artist relations manager is awesome.

— Zeke S., Houston, TXSchecter Nick Johnston Traditional PT

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

Really, there's no sales tax?

There's no sales tax outside of TN. Since we're a small business, we only have to collect sales tax on in-state orders.

Do you accept trades?

Yes, we accept trades! We proudly offer you 70% trade value where most stores only offer 40-60%. Reach out to learn your trade value.

Can I request a setup w/ my preferred strings?

Yes, but that will come at additional charge that varies depending on the guitar. Our Pro-Tech Setup is free for every guitar using its stock strings.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes! Please reach out to us to get a quote for shipping internationally.

What's your shipping and return policy?

Please visit our Policies page to review our entire shipping and return policies.

In short, please allow us up to three business days to ship your guitar. We do our Pro-Tech setups right before the guitar leaves us so that it is ready to play once it reaches you. Normally, it only takes a day or two for us to ship out your guitar.

Our return policy is 14 days, but please review our policies page above for further details.

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