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Quad Cortex MK2 vs D-Two Multitap Delay

The Quad Cortex MK2 costs about $1,000 more than the D-Two Multitap Delay and buys you TRS 1/4" and USB-C. It takes 1 rack unit less, too.

Quad Cortex MK2 and D-Two Multitap Delay compared on rack space, weight, power, depth, I/O and price
SpecQuad Cortex MK2D-Two Multitap Delay
Rack space1U
Weight3.5 lbs6.4 lbs
Power draw20W14W
Depth190 mm195 mm
I/O count77
Price~$1,999~$999

Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.

Connectors only one of them has

Quad Cortex MK2

  • TRS 1/4"
  • USB-C

D-Two Multitap Delay

  • XLR Female
  • AES3 XLR
  • IEC C14

Settle it in your own rack

Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.

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