We’ve always been fascinated by the sound of great artists like Robben Ford or Eric Johnson (to name a few) and it’s always been our dream to recreate those sounds in a pedal. To do that, we soon realized that the key was to be able to offer something close to the amps they were using. The design goal had a name: Dumble. This is the reason why GLADIO is an Overdrive with a realistic tube-compression behavior to mimiq the Dumble famous preamps saturation, still always retaining a rich touch-sensitive response.

Why two channels? It’s all about versatility. GLADIO has two independent channels with totally different voices, which combined together offer an even wider range of sounds.

WHAT ABOUT CHANNEL 1? The 1st channel is able to deliver a smooth and creamy sounds (inspired by songs like Robben Ford’s Cannonball Shuffle). It’s really transparent and with a round touch-sensitive response that helps enhancing the playing. Controls (Gain, Tone and Volume) are self-explaining and there’s a toggle switch called COMP to choose between two different compression levels.

WHAT ABOUT CHANNEL 2? The 2nd channel is designed to offer a special hard clipping sound pretty much inspired by Sonny Landreth’s tone. Controls are all self-explaining and there’s a toggle switch called JAZZ/ROCK, which should not need presentations.

WANT MORE VERSATILITY? The Gladio is eequipped with a special toggle switch to choose between two different switching modes. "S" which stands for "SINGLE" and "D" which stands for "DOUBLE".

In Single mode you can use only one channel at a time, which means that pressing the footswitch of one of the two channels makes the other turn off (avoiding tip tap dancing). In Double mode you can stack the two channels to reach a huge fat Dumbl-esque sound.

Product specs

FAQs

What type of overdrive tones can I expect from the Cornerstone Gladio pedal?

The Cornerstone Gladio offers tones inspired by Dumble amplifiers, providing rich, touch-sensitive overdrive with realistic tube compression. It features two channels that can be used separately or stacked for more complex sound textures.

How does the Cornerstone Gladio pedal handle stacking channels?

The Gladio pedal allows you to stack its two channels by feeding channel 1 into channel 2. This configuration delivers a broader range of overdrive tones, enhancing the depth and versatility of your sound.

Is the Cornerstone Gladio suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Cornerstone Gladio is well-suited for live performances, offering robust build quality and versatile overdrive tones that can cut through a mix while retaining clarity and responsiveness.

What power requirements does the Cornerstone Gladio have?

The Cornerstone Gladio requires a 9V DC power supply, which is standard for most pedalboards and ensures easy integration into existing setups.

Can the Cornerstone Gladio be used with both electric and acoustic guitars?

While primarily designed for electric guitars, the Cornerstone Gladio can also enhance the tonal range of acoustic-electric guitars, adding warmth and dynamic overdrive to their sound.