Thanks so much for tuning in guys! I hope you're as hyped as I am! Those who are getting one of these bad boys... you will NOT be disappointed! Honestly this is my first real outing with a modeller. I've used other stuff in the past but this is the first opportunity to deep dive with it and learn what modelling is all about. It's VERY different to dialling in an amp, and I had to learn that before I realised how incredible this device is. not just for the modelling, but all the other bells and whistles.... I can totally see how guys like Misha, Plini, Meshuggah and all those guys use modellers for their tones. Colour me impressed! I tried to show off the fact that QC is capable on any tones. I love the strat tones I’ve achieved and the rest sound awesome! Hope you enjoy the different tones I've dialled in. I'm only scratching the surface in this video but there's plenty more to come! Let me know what you guys think of the tones you heard below!
Hey Rabea, been a huge fan of yours for a while I’m also probably gonna get your course. I was wondering if you and neural have been think about an archetype Rabea??? That would be sick!
Paul your a kemper user , I would be interested to see a quad cortex in your hands, and your thoughts on the capturing and fx between a quad vs kemper.
It’s not new. Helix can do this as well. You can download patches for complete songs, where you switch synth chords with you feet. But the wifi and app possibilities lift this box up for me.
I think Rabea has possibly one the most distinct pick tones. No matter what he plays, the hear the smooth edge of a thick pick. Almost like the old thick shiny purple plastic Dunlops.
wow. thank you Rabea. Finally a proper demo from someone who actually gets it. Great cleans, edge of breakup, ambience, heavy tones. Not just blues soloing or metal the whole time. More of this please!
@@kcussrebutuemos4815 there isn't any reason to attack other guitarists. Blues players also just play three chords. It's almost as if music is just made up of chords and sounds.
I think what Neural does really well, is software. A good sound has already been there for a while, but think in terms of features how much Neural has brought to the table in such a short time: - Mobile app to connect over wifi - Out of the box sharing of rigs - Touch screen - Very intuitive UI - Neural capture of amps and pedals And not to mention that the hardware innovation behind the rotary switches ( even tho this also has some implications, think of repair costs if you actually break one ), are solving one problem that other's have struggled to solved: Being able to easily tinker with knobs on all your blocks. You have to also appreciate the mastermind behind the marketing strategy. At this point, it doesn't even matter if the cortex doesn't sound as good as the Axe FX or Kemper. People will just buy it because they are seeing their favorite artists hyping them up. Great job Neural! Looking forward to the software updates you guys will surely provide to this monster. Edit: Forgot to mention Adam Nolly "Getgood" being involved in this company. This is someone with extensive knowledge in the industry about how things are supposed to feel and sound, pouring their knowledge into making this product better.
@@SrgntSprnkls77 havent tried it, but I love all their plugins. So soundwise, I wouldn't be disappointed. I am disappointed because I was expecting Archetype: Bea, not Gojira.
Thank you ! At last a video that doesn’t only demonstrate heavily distorted “recto” type sounds. Clean tones and “edge of breakup” tones are more telling to the ear. This unit sounds GREAT. 👍🏻
Thanks Rabea, I am speechless. Why did this take so long to become a manifestation in this material realm! I've pretty much missed the boat being 70+. I have reason enough to be pissed!! But I caste those numb thoughts away, I still have a lot more juice left to splurge on. But in truth, it was the Neural Quad Core that extracted the nectar from me and my thanks and gratitude go to these committed geniuses who put their money where their mouth is, who despite the massive potential backlash, (which has begun with a vengeance) and that has now triggered a massive major debate in the guitar universe, .......I'd still be wishing on a dream! Wishing that my fingers could somehow extract tones and melodies on to which I could latch and fly on into my dreams. We may not like all the tones and presets in fact we may like far less than the abundance of presets that are available. Remember, the secret is to listen, listen to the subtle tones flittering around and within the more dominant harmonics and frequencies that ebb and flow around you. Allow yourself to be drawn by subtle and sometimes brutal waves of magical harmonic content, but remember....... you have to listen..... listen intently. You will hear, you will hear the incredible depths of the chimes placed deep within the choral strains, while the dwindling refrains of the delay draw one ever deeper into the hallowed halls of sounds, harmonics and frequencies. The slowly vanishing reverbs yearns to return before a new strike of the strings ushers forth more and more beautiful spaces into which I can loose myself and find my freedom within a symphony and sea of vibrations and phenomenal harmonic sweetness while silver mercurial notes droop from my finger tips attached with flowing satin threads to my finger tips. The nectar, the creative life forces awaiting my next musical command! If you have the good fortune to be a guitar player and to deny yourself the opportunity to frolic with the intense beauty and magic of sound that the Quad Cortex, then I pity you, you have foregone the unique opportunity to experience, without doubt, the most remarkable audio devices to ever hit this realm. Caveat: Please, you don't have to believe me. Just go and get it and thank me later.
God-damn. That intro was amazing.... no idea how they got those sounds. Geez... could you imagine opening a gig with that and then going into something really groovy and heavy? It would be amazing. Well done Rabea. Awesome video. There's a lot of chat amongst modeller fans about aliasing and how the other modellers are better but everything I've heard from this thing has been very close to my experience of using real amps in the wild. Really looking forward to getting hold of one.
Somehow I've gone a few months without hearing Rabea play, and it seems in the meantime he's gotten even more innovative and musical. My goodness what talent.
Fantastic video Rabea! I preordered this some time early last year (well it feels that long ago)...and this makes me feel very relieved and super excited. I really appreciate your comments on the "feel thing" as that is very important. That strat sounded so killer too! Way to go!! Thank you.
I can’t tell you how many times I had to restrain myself from buying the Helix, but this thing? Man!! The strat sound was epic! Thanks mate for the demo.
My God that best preset ever....was soo magical and holy moly taken away by the playing as well! SOLD ME ON THIS I NEED IT NAOOOOOO! GOOD JOB Rabea! you inspirational!
I could listen to your guitar playing forever! I love it! The tone with that strat is absolutely amazing! I never have any of mine tuned in Eb but it's absolutely wonderful!
I do a lot of mouth movement when I solo as well. I've tried aspirating it to see if it sounds like what I'm playing, but it doesn't really track. I'm glad to see another guitarist has this behavior. I wonder how common it is.
SHIT that sounds good. And I love the way my kemper sounds but this can do things my Kemper can't. The stereo cab setup makes a HUGE difference, it adds so much depth.
Most exciting demo I’ve ever seen! Brilliant playing, brilliant product! Loved the strat settings so will be spending time in that preset when the box arrives. But the toxic synth... oh wow
Cheers from Texas! Love love Yooooo!! Capturing.... Gigging, recording, jamming etc without swapping amps etc wow man!! Brilliant demo! Thanks for the enlightenment lol
Can't wait until us mere mortals will be able to get our hands on one! Already seeing the Major TH-camrs putting up their reviews in addition to yours, Bea..but i'm sure yours is the best because...well...Bea!
thanks for the deep dive, this unit is mind blowing, amazing new features especially that Synth Preset and artificial free Pitch Shift sets a new industry reference
You are a very good guitarist and I love the way you try effects. This multi-effects pedal is amazing and has beautiful sounds. obviously in your hands and all so magical because you are a true master
Great video as always! You are an amazing guitarist, but always down to earth and humble. It’s a pleasure to watch your work(and I’m not a metal guy😉)!
i'm stocked about this product, but sadly here in brazil and many other countries, this costs more than a good used car, or even a new one, ill stick with my audio interface for now, but some day i will have a quad cortex!
Just bought Gojira plug-in - afterRabea’s review. I’ve been playing non-stop for the last two weeks. It’s worth every penny. Now which one of my children shall I sell on eBay to buy this bad boy?
You hero ❤️
It would be amazing to have the Archetype plugins within the hardware of the Quad Cortex.
You will be able to use the stuff in the plugins you own sometime after release of the QC (it's what they said multiple times).
@@normal.username I've only seen a few videos about it, so that's nice to know.
@@void870 I've seen it said in forum threads and on discord, don't know if it was ever on video
@@normal.username Well, that explains why I never heard it haha
Thanks so much for tuning in guys! I hope you're as hyped as I am! Those who are getting one of these bad boys... you will NOT be disappointed!
Honestly this is my first real outing with a modeller. I've used other stuff in the past but this is the first opportunity to deep dive with it and learn what modelling is all about. It's VERY different to dialling in an amp, and I had to learn that before I realised how incredible this device is. not just for the modelling, but all the other bells and whistles....
I can totally see how guys like Misha, Plini, Meshuggah and all those guys use modellers for their tones. Colour me impressed!
I tried to show off the fact that QC is capable on any tones. I love the strat tones I’ve achieved and the rest sound awesome!
Hope you enjoy the different tones I've dialled in. I'm only scratching the surface in this video but there's plenty more to come!
Let me know what you guys think of the tones you heard below!
Hey Rabea, been a huge fan of yours for a while I’m also probably gonna get your course. I was wondering if you and neural have been think about an archetype Rabea??? That would be sick!
I'm a fan of you man. I love your feeling on guitar ! What is your guitar on the part "The best preset ever!" ?
Sounds amazing. What do you tune your baritone to?
Maybe a video about how to dial in a modeller ? I never get a modeller to sound great...
@@matthieulety8691 Mayones Regius Core Classic. Yes. It's Gorgeous.
Wow, that Strat sound is KILLER!
You got yours coming out later I hope ?? For us Classic Clean amp Fellas or Hellas
unlikely collaboration should become a reality
@@musicalendeavour7690 I second that
Paul your a kemper user , I would be interested to see a quad cortex in your hands, and your thoughts on the capturing and fx between a quad vs kemper.
How did you not get one!?
Great vid Rabea! It’s interesting to watch everyone’s take, and I’m learning new things from each video.
the best part is that Tele! Omg! its stunning
I'm so happy to see how happy this makes you. That toxic synth preset... I had no idea it could do that.
It’s not new. Helix can do this as well. You can download patches for complete songs, where you switch synth chords with you feet. But the wifi and app possibilities lift this box up for me.
@@barthaande893 didn't know helix did that, thanks! For me, the interface for this thing also takes it up a notch.
HolyF00k - that's some awesome$hit!
Already excited for Grinding Gears, Vol. 4
Amazing sounds. We're living in the best times for digital modelling.
OMG I might be retiring my Zoom 505 II after seeing this!
🤣🤣
nope , get boss gt-5 instead😂
God that Jerry Cantrell patch sounds so frickin good. Especially the little “Man in the Box” riff.
I think Rabea has possibly one the most distinct pick tones. No matter what he plays, the hear the smooth edge of a thick pick. Almost like the old thick shiny purple plastic Dunlops.
Hahah I use Dunlop too. Maybe it’s the Dunlop thing!
wow. thank you Rabea. Finally a proper demo from someone who actually gets it. Great cleans, edge of breakup, ambience, heavy tones. Not just blues soloing or metal the whole time. More of this please!
@@fredriksvard2603 it’s not. I’m so happy you can play 3 power chords and call yourself a guitarist.
@@kcussrebutuemos4815 there isn't any reason to attack other guitarists. Blues players also just play three chords. It's almost as if music is just made up of chords and sounds.
Your heavy baritone riffs were jaw dropping, wow!!! Serious head banging here!! Awesome demo with various styles, I enjoyed this a lot!!
Gotta know man how long until Archetype: Rabea😋
You sir read my mind...I'd buy that in a heartbeat...👍🏾👍🏾
OOOOOOH!! Now there is a great idea!!
I'm on board with this
First stereo amp archetype! Would be awesome!
Think this is what everyone wants. It would be the most versatile archetype out there.
Ok, this video is ridiculous. I can't get enough of your playing.
Its really something else. His technique is a style all his own.
@@raysmetaltracks6782 its really not.
@@andy_182 Yes, it really is.
@@raysmetaltracks6782 nah. typical shred
@@andy_182 Funny comming from a guy who posts Blink 182 covers, also 90% of the video is not shred.
My eyes rolled back into my head with the lead tone
Necromangust! I am sold! Thanx Bea, amazing device and presentation!
You have inspired me to pick up my guitar countless times throughout 2020. It's been the biggest year of growth in my playing. Thanks.
Pre-ordered a QC three weeks ago, this is the video I've been waiting for...
You are definitely my fav guitarist you never cease to satisfy with your riffs
I think what Neural does really well, is software. A good sound has already been there for a while, but think in terms of features how much Neural has brought to the table in such a short time:
- Mobile app to connect over wifi
- Out of the box sharing of rigs
- Touch screen
- Very intuitive UI
- Neural capture of amps and pedals
And not to mention that the hardware innovation behind the rotary switches ( even tho this also has some implications, think of repair costs if you actually break one ), are solving one problem that other's have struggled to solved: Being able to easily tinker with knobs on all your blocks.
You have to also appreciate the mastermind behind the marketing strategy. At this point, it doesn't even matter if the cortex doesn't sound as good as the Axe FX or Kemper. People will just buy it because they are seeing their favorite artists hyping them up.
Great job Neural! Looking forward to the software updates you guys will surely provide to this monster.
Edit: Forgot to mention Adam Nolly "Getgood" being involved in this company. This is someone with extensive knowledge in the industry about how things are supposed to feel and sound, pouring their knowledge into making this product better.
15:21 though... man I FELT THAT! Rabea, love you’re style of playing. 🎸
The best preset ever had some serious Pink Floyd vibes. Love it, sounded absolute killer! Great playing as usual Rabea!
Damn! Might have to get this if Afrotype: BEA doesn't come out this year.
I was sure Archetype: BEA was gonna be their new plugin. Very disappointing that it was Gojira
@@iann8733 You're probably one of very very few that are disappointed abt archetype gojira
@@SrgntSprnkls77 havent tried it, but I love all their plugins. So soundwise, I wouldn't be disappointed. I am disappointed because I was expecting Archetype: Bea, not Gojira.
Thank you ! At last a video that doesn’t only demonstrate heavily distorted “recto” type sounds. Clean tones and “edge of breakup” tones are more telling to the ear. This unit sounds GREAT. 👍🏻
Between you and Pete Thorn's vid, just WOW!!! Great stuff gentlemen, great stuff.
Thanks Rabea, I am speechless. Why did this take so long to become a manifestation in this material realm! I've pretty much missed the boat being 70+. I have reason enough to be pissed!! But I caste those numb thoughts away, I still have a lot more juice left to splurge on. But in truth, it was the Neural Quad Core that extracted the nectar from me and my thanks and gratitude go to these committed geniuses who put their money where their mouth is, who despite the massive potential backlash, (which has begun with a vengeance) and that has now triggered a massive major debate in the guitar universe, .......I'd still be wishing on a dream! Wishing that my fingers could somehow extract tones and melodies on to which I could latch and fly on into my dreams.
We may not like all the tones and presets in fact we may like far less than the abundance of presets that are available. Remember, the secret is to listen, listen to the subtle tones flittering around and within the more dominant harmonics and frequencies that ebb and flow around you. Allow yourself to be drawn by subtle and sometimes brutal waves of magical harmonic content, but remember....... you have to listen..... listen intently.
You will hear, you will hear the incredible depths of the chimes placed deep within the choral strains, while the dwindling refrains of the delay draw one ever deeper into the hallowed halls of sounds, harmonics and frequencies. The slowly vanishing reverbs yearns to return before a new strike of the strings ushers forth more and more beautiful spaces into which I can loose myself and find my freedom within a symphony and sea of vibrations and phenomenal harmonic sweetness while silver mercurial notes droop from my finger tips attached with flowing satin threads to my finger tips. The nectar, the creative life forces awaiting my next musical command!
If you have the good fortune to be a guitar player and to deny yourself the opportunity to frolic with the intense beauty and magic of sound that the Quad Cortex, then I pity you, you have foregone the unique opportunity to experience, without doubt, the most remarkable audio devices to ever hit this realm.
Caveat: Please, you don't have to believe me. Just go and get it and thank me later.
"Jerry Can't Tell"! That's so clever. Can't wait to get my hands on one of these units!
That toxic synth preset...immmmmennnnnnnnseeeeeee!! Fantastic playing man, I get hypnotized listening to you haha!
Wow, I really enjoyed the baritone ambient patch! I'm glad you mentioned the amp feel. That's exactly what has me considering the newest modelers.
That high gain tones sounds JUICY. Wow. Such inspiring tone to play with.
0:44
The excitement in these few seconds has me sold on this item.
Sheeeeesh that toxic synth preset is the ultimate mood music. I could listen to that for hours
Ok, best QC demo EVER. Jaw dropping.
One of the best modern guitarist.
Can you make a 20 minute video of the Toxic Synth preset? That way I know I'll go to sleep like a baby every night if I listen to it. It's so good!
That is pure magic
Second this one!!!!!
That smile when he dug in and ripped at the end was so beautiful
yes!!!!!
That would be stellar!
This is so sick!
Your playing makes it absolutely insane!
This magic box leaves me speechless! Besides your playing, Bea! Lovin it!
Three videos so far all reveal that this hits it out of the park. Sounds alive, no awful harsh overtones, really amazing. Thank you!
Ok Neural DSP get me my Tier 1 Pre-order!!!! I am soooo ready now. Thanks for the awesome video Radea. Looking forward to many more.
This might be the greatest demo of anything I've ever heard. Damn 🔥👌🎶
I’ve been waiting so patiently for this vid! 😂
Bea, the vibe in your gear room is goals... 100%.
God-damn. That intro was amazing.... no idea how they got those sounds. Geez... could you imagine opening a gig with that and then going into something really groovy and heavy? It would be amazing. Well done Rabea. Awesome video.
There's a lot of chat amongst modeller fans about aliasing and how the other modellers are better but everything I've heard from this thing has been very close to my experience of using real amps in the wild. Really looking forward to getting hold of one.
Solo at the start was really cool, reminded me of Rainbow era Richie Blackmore 👍
Somehow I've gone a few months without hearing Rabea play, and it seems in the meantime he's gotten even more innovative and musical. My goodness what talent.
Fantastic video Rabea! I preordered this some time early last year (well it feels that long ago)...and this makes me feel very relieved and super excited. I really appreciate your comments on the "feel thing" as that is very important. That strat sounded so killer too! Way to go!! Thank you.
I can’t tell you how many times I had to restrain myself from buying the Helix, but this thing? Man!! The strat sound was epic! Thanks mate for the demo.
Finally we have more sound from the fx section ! ... Insane :)
My God that best preset ever....was soo magical and holy moly taken away by the playing as well! SOLD ME ON THIS I NEED IT NAOOOOOO!
GOOD JOB Rabea! you inspirational!
I could listen to your guitar playing forever! I love it! The tone with that strat is absolutely amazing! I never have any of mine tuned in Eb but it's absolutely wonderful!
I do a lot of mouth movement when I solo as well. I've tried aspirating it to see if it sounds like what I'm playing, but it doesn't really track. I'm glad to see another guitarist has this behavior. I wonder how common it is.
I’ve been waiting for your video on this thing forever and Im super impressed, but DAMN that Mayones is gorgeous!
Such good playing over those chord changes
God this has to be one of the best products I've heard in quite a while
🤣🤣🤣
So much respect for this man....For all the videos....For all the inspiration over the years. A man on his own path.
SHIT that sounds good. And I love the way my kemper sounds but this can do things my Kemper can't. The stereo cab setup makes a HUGE difference, it adds so much depth.
was waiting for this vid, im not disappointed , it sounds good, great demo, thank you
Killer Rabea ..Fully excited about this. Great breakdown !!!
Magic starts from 14:39 ))
What an awesome video! The future is now, lol!
Can't wait for Your captures!
Ordered mine a few weeks ago! I`m currently rocking an Axe-Fx III, can`t wait to compare both units! Love your vids man, keep it up!
I think that when guitar tone makes Rabea make the "HELL YEAH, I'M ROCKIN' THIS!!!" facial expressions, then it's a winning piece of gear...
Most exciting demo I’ve ever seen! Brilliant playing, brilliant product! Loved the strat settings so will be spending time in that preset when the box arrives. But the toxic synth... oh wow
Thing looks like the worlds most high-tech oven. And not gonna lie, Rabea. You turned up the heat!
Insanity to the absolute max - thanks Bea completely awesome as usual
Cheers from Texas!
Love love
Yooooo!!
Capturing.... Gigging, recording, jamming etc without swapping amps etc wow man!!
Brilliant demo!
Thanks for the enlightenment lol
This video is the reason I bought one.. cheers Rabea’.. absolutely awesome
I watched the whole video with my mouth open. Fantastic demo!
I really feel that DSP has come the final way to send the message to us all...inspirational!! Thank you so much for the toxic s!!
Can't wait until us mere mortals will be able to get our hands on one! Already seeing the Major TH-camrs putting up their reviews in addition to yours, Bea..but i'm sure yours is the best because...well...Bea!
Great video, can't wait to get my hands on the Quad Cortex! Your guitars look amazing as well!
Great demo- nice to hear some clean tones- cant wait for mine!
14:40 that preset (and your playing) made me cry. Seriously, I cried. It's heavenly beautiful.
I came here for the Cortex, but fell in love with that Baritone in the process.
I was super impressed with those strat tones
Toxic Sun is by FAR the best preset ever made and 1 of the greatest sounds or tones ever created. Loved your soloing with it.
That strat clean tone is heavenly. M getting one fr sure.
Damn, Toxic synth is great but with your playing it's just out of this world! Goose bumps ON!
Dayumn! Grimacemonger sounds like a ton! Of fun!
thanks for the deep dive, this unit is mind blowing, amazing new features especially that Synth Preset and artificial free Pitch Shift sets a new industry reference
Cool! I'll let the hype settle down a little before smashing the order button.
Hope this will be a great success for Neural DSP - I like the company.
I have been waiting for THIS review!!
Super stoked that they do pitchshifting - Was the main reason why I've stuck with the Axe Fx II for so long.
Amazing tones and killer device! Great video Rabea!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Bea...this rewiew it's awesome. Great Great work, my hype is a +10
Incredibly tasty playing (as always) and awesome sound. I have already ordered one before chrismas. Now I hardly can´t wait to get it.
Very beautiful melodies, man. You are so good. Necro... something sounding killer
Every time I hear you noodle I get inspired. Great review too!
Incredible. All the tones are stellar! Your playing...just wow.
i can not wait!!!
awesome demo intro Rabea
You are a very good guitarist and I love the way you try effects. This multi-effects pedal is amazing and has beautiful sounds. obviously in your hands and all so magical because you are a true master
Great video as always! You are an amazing guitarist, but always down to earth and humble. It’s a pleasure to watch your work(and I’m not a metal guy😉)!
Great Review Rabea, as always! That Fender tone is very sweeet!
Oh man! I can’t wait to play with your presets!
as always... such a sick demo... nice work Bea... Cheers...
I really enjoyed the strat tones. Thanks for the video!!!
Sounds great. I have no doubt you could create the same magic and identical sounds with my beloved Kemper.
the playing over 'the best preset ever' especially from 15:22 onwards is superb
i'm stocked about this product, but sadly here in brazil and many other countries, this costs more than a good used car, or even a new one, ill stick with my audio interface for now, but some day i will have a quad cortex!
Just bought Gojira plug-in - afterRabea’s review. I’ve been playing non-stop for the last two weeks. It’s worth every penny. Now which one of my children shall I sell on eBay to buy this bad boy?
Beautiful playing as usual dude, unit sounds great!