In an industry where guitarists have traditionally relied on physical pedals, amplifiers, and increasingly sophisticated digital processors, Chaos Audio is taking a distinctly modern approach. The company is building an ecosystem that combines hardware, software, Neural Amp Modeler technology, artificial intelligence, and a growing marketplace of effects. At the center of this ecosystem is Stratus, an AI-powered multi-effects pedal designed to provide a wide range of sounds in a compact format. Alongside it, Chaos Audio's AI FX Builder 2.0 introduces a particularly innovative concept: instead of simply selecting an existing effect, musicians can describe the sound they want in ordinary language and use AI to create a new effect. The Stratus is the flagship product in the Chaos Audio ecosystem. Currently listed at $299, the pedal combines multiple effects, Neural Amp Modeler compatibility, wireless connectivity, MIDI support, a looper, and access to a substantial library of amp and pedal models. 
The hardware features an ARM Cortex A8 processor, 16GB of storage, approximately 5.8ms latency, USB-C connectivity, Bluetooth control, and a 9V DC power input. It also supports up to three simultaneous NAM A2-Lite blocks within a preset. From a practical perspective, this means a guitarist can potentially replace several individual pedals with one compact unit while retaining considerable flexibility. Stratus also includes two footswitches and a Multiknob, allowing it to function in different performance modes. The system supports Preset, Stompbox, and Looper modes, providing flexibility for both live performance and practice.