Cornerstone Music Gear Cornerstone Imperium V2 Dual-Engine Overdrive Pedal

Description

Two Icons. One Enclosure. Infinite Routing. The Cornerstone Music Gear Imperium V2 is the definitive "Phase 3" evolution of Cornerstone’s most celebrated circuits. By merging the D-style transparency of the Gladio SC with the mid-forward heat of the Antique, the Imperium V2 offers a dual-channel powerhouse designed for players who refuse to compromise on touch sensitivity and harmonic depth. The "Why" Behind the Imperium V2 Most dual overdrives force a specific signal path. The Imperium V2 breaks the mold. Featuring four independent I/O jacks, you are no longer locked into a single box. Use them as two standalone pedals, swap their order (Antique > Gladio or Gladio > Antique), or insert your entire modulation chain between them. Channel Breakdown: The DNA of Tone Side A: The Antique (Screamer-Inspired) The "Screamer" evolved. The Antique delivers that classic mid-range authority needed to cut through a mix, but with added transparency and "air" that traditional TS-style pedals lack. Presence Control: Shapes high frequencies post-clipping—perfect for matching the pedal to different amp voicings. Comp Switch: Toggle between a compressed, singing sustain or an open, dynamic response. Mids Switch: (V2 Internal/Optimized) Precisely tuned to maintain the circuit's characteristic punch without the "honky" nasal frequencies. Side B: The Gladio SC (Dumble-Inspired) Based on the legendary Gladio, this side provides the "Robben Ford" style breakup—creamy, touch-sensitive, and incredibly amp-like. Clean Blend: The "Secret Sauce." Mix your dry signal back in to preserve pick attack and low-end definition, even at high gain settings. Compression Toggle: Choose between "More" for a tight, boutique-amp feel or "Less" for maximum headroom. Routing Architecture: 4 Independent Jacks (TRS/Mono compatible) for split-path or switcher-based rigs. Switching: True Bypass (Relay-based). Power Requirements: 9V DC (Center Negative). Current Draw: ~100mA. Dimensions: 119mm x 94mm x 42mm (4.7" x 3.7" x 1.6"). Origin: Hand-built in Italy. Owner's Manual