Cornerstone Imperium V2 Dual-Engine Overdrive Pedal

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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.