Plugin Compatibility - Quad Cortex Development Update

What does the 'X' mean in 'Archetype: Plini X'?

The 'X' means that the version of the plugin is compatible with Quad Cortex.

Does this mean I can use 'Archetype: Plini X' on my Quad Cortex when it is released?

Not yet! Our plugin teams and Quad Cortex teams have had to significantly improve the architecture of both platforms to ensure plugins can run on Quad Cortex. There will be a CorOS update in the future that introduces the functionality required to support plugins. By that point, we intend to have more plugins finalized for Quad Cortex compatibility, and we will continue to release more QC-compatible plugins in batches. We will also update these plugins to include the new global features such as the Transpose, Doubler, and Metronome. A Live Tuner will also be added to the global features.

How will plugin compatibility actually work?

Logging in to your Neural DSP account on your Quad Cortex will verify which plugin licenses you have in your linked iLok account(s) and make plugin-exclusive blocks available on your Quad Cortex.

What if I have plugin licenses in several different iLok accounts?

We will increase the number of iLok accounts you can have connected to your Neural DSP account from 1 to 3.

Can I use my plugin presets on Quad Cortex?

Yes! Cortex Control (the Quad Cortex desktop controller) will be the bridge between 'X' plugins and Quad Cortex. Cortex Control will scan your presets folders upon launch, parse your presets for your QC-compatible plugins, and duplicate those Presets on your Quad Cortex. Cortex Control will be available before plugin compatibility launches.

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.

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!