Imperium V2 unites two Cornerstone voices (Gladio and Antique) in one dynamic force. Expressive on its own, explosive when stacked, it shapes your drive from refined touch to full-bodied roar.

GLADIO and ANTIQUE

Two sides of the same soul

From subtle tone to full ROCK drive

The Imperium V2 combines the dynamic response of the Gladio SC with the creamy voice of the Antique in one compact and unit. Two of Cornerstone’s most iconic circuits, now reimagined to work together or independently.

Gentle and dynamic. Powerful and ready to roar. Discover the dual personality of Imperium V2. From smooth, touch-sensitive overdrive to bold rock tones, each side shines on its own. Or stack them for a rich, articulate wall of sound. A modern classic with a vintage soul.

On the Gladio SC side, the CLEAN knob lets you blend your dry signal with the overdriven tone, giving you precise control over dynamics and clarity. The result? A touch-sensitive overdrive that feels like a true extension of your fingers.

On the Antique side, the PRESENCE knob shapes the high frequencies after clipping-dial in extra edge and clarity to cut through the mix, or roll back for warmer, vintage-inspired tones.

Imperium V2 is equipped with four separate I/O jacks (one for each side’s input and output), giving you maximum flexibility in any rig. Use the Gladio and Antique circuits as two completely independent pedals, perfect for pedal switchers and advanced routing setups. Insert effects between the two channels (like a modulation or fuzz), or reorder the signal path to fit your personal flow.

Combine Gladio and Antique for a massive, harmonically rich wall of sound, or use them independently for subtle, expressive tones. Imperium V2 lets you explore endless sonic combinations, giving you full creative freedom to shape your signature overdrive.

The gentle side of the Imperium

Watch how the single sides (Antique and Gladio SC) delivers smooth, amp-like overdrive that follows your pick dynamics with stunning accuracy, perfect for blues, fusion, or expressive rhythm parts.

Stacked for Rock

This is where the magic happens. By stacking the Gladio SC and Antique sides, the Imperium transforms into a powerful lead machine, rich in harmonics, saturated yet defined, with tons of sustain and punch.