Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Neural DSP unveiled a surprise at NAMM 2026 with its Quad Cortex mini, which offers the full processing power of the Quad Cortex in a much smaller footprint. But, with only four footswitches and a near-full-face display, is it the more affordable Cortex solution live players are looking for, or a feature-packed studio tool? In this video, Guitar World’s Pete Emery gives us a hands-on look at the modeler of the moment.

Read the full Guitar World review: guitarworld.com/gear/effects-pedals/neural-dsp-quad-cortex-mini-review

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00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Onestar Clean Tweed preset with Fender Telecaster
00:56 - Quad Cortex mini overview and main features
01:36 - Brit 2203 preset with Gibson Les Paul
02:16 - Navigation and use
02:51 - Brit TM45 Bright preset with Fender Telecaster
03:10 - Presets, scenes and encoders
03:44 - PV505 Lead preset with PRS SE Singlecut
04:12 - Opinion on tones
04:54 - Lead tone with Gibson Les Paul
05:28 - Final thoughts