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"Three Wise Monkeys" also boasts contributions from special guests such as keyboard player Kevin Moore (ex Dream Theater, OSI, Chroma Key), singer Göran Edman (ex Yngwie Malmsteen, John Norum, Brazen Abbot), drummer Mark Cross (Outloud, ex Helloween, Firewind), Mistheria, Jonas Erixon, Simone Mularoni, Federico Solazzo, Tommy Ermolli and many others.

"Three Wise Monkeys" will be released on October 1, 2012 by Any and All Records with worldwide distribution (Nightmare Records, Disk Union, PowerProg, MediaStar etc.)

[6 September 2012] i2M musicport Desktop Editor update (1.3.03)

A small bug crept into the last i2M musicport Desktop Editor: you couldn't type in the "note extend" value. This has now been fixed in 1.3.03.

The update can be downloaded from our software pages.

[28 August 2012] i2M musicport software OSX update (1.3.02)

Following the recent i2M musicport Desktop Editor update (version 1.3.01), a user reported a crash in OSX. We have made a fix for this, and released an update for OSX (version 1.3.02). There is no problem in the Windows version, so this remains at version 1.3.01.

The update can be downloaded from our software pages.

[16 August 2012] Wahoo pre-order process now open

Since we announced the Wahoo in January 2012, we have had lots of enquiries about when it would be possible to buy this great new pedal. In the next few weeks we will have a small number of units available for the first pre-order customers. In a month or so after that, we should have a much larger quantity to fulfill all outstanding pre-orders.

In the UK, the "street" price in most retailers is expected to be around £250 inc VAT. To reward the patience of our loyal customers we have decided to offer a special pre-order price of £200 inc VAT (+ shipping) to pre-order customers.

To pre-order, complete the pre-order form.

[24 July 2012] i2M musicport software update (1.3.01)

• Fix a bug when “reset to factory settings” is used: the i2M would need to be restarted before new settings would be stored correctly.

• Add zone sustain feature (SUS): zones can be configured to respond to a sustain pedal. The sustain pedal can be configured (globally) to be any MIDI controller.

• Add support for Desktop Editor to indicate when MIDI is sent or received by the i2M musicport.

The i2M musicport Desktop Editor has also been updated to version 1.3.01:

• Now supports multiple i2M musicports connected to your computer (you can now select which of the connected devices should be active).

• New indicators to show when the i2M is sending or receiving MIDI (useful for debugging MIDI routing to your software), and to show when the input is clipping (in case you can't see the light on the i2M itself).

• Supports the new features in firmware version 1.3.01.

All of the above can be downloaded from our software pages.

[28 May 2012] Sonuus selling Buznut string dampeners

Sonuus are now selling Buznut string dampeners direct in the UK. We can also ship to other European countries.

Buznuts prevent open strings from being played and this can greatly improve MIDI tracking with Sonuus MIDI converter products where you playing technique doesn't naturally let you do this. It's also great for regular guitar solos to clean up unwanted notes.

You can get these direct from our eBay Store for £8.95 + P&P.

Check out these videos for more information on what the Buznut does.

[28 May 2012] Sonuus endorses Or Lubianiker

Sonuus are pround to announce the endorsement of Or Lubianiker, an amazing bass player from Israel who is known for his "outside the box" way of thinking and for making sure none of his works lacks entertainment value.

Or did a cool video about the i2M musicport.

[28 May 2012] Sonuus endorses Michael Bernier

Sonuus are pround to announce the endorsement of Michael Bernier, a NY Multi-instrumentalist who began playing drums at the tender age of 14 in his hometown of Huntington, Long Island, before eventually adding in guitar, Chapman Stick, bass, cello and tablas. Most recently, Michael toured Europe, South America, Japan and the United States with STICK MEN, a project with King Crimson alums Tony Levin and Pat Mastelotto.

Here's what Michael says about the i2M musicport:

"The Sonuus i2M musicport has changed the way I approach performance and writing entirely. Now I can play any midi vst instrument live with my Chapman Stick without having to move over to a midi keyboard or midi trigger pad. I cannot recommend this product enough. If you are a solo performer looking for more texture and versatility or a bandmember who is looking to express yourself with new sounds that aren't inherent with your bass/guitar/stick...the i2M offers this and more. An absolute "must have" addition to my arsenal"

[25 May 2012] i2M musicport firmware/editor update (1.3.00)

We are pleased to announce that a new firmware update (version 1.3.00) is available for the i2M musicport. It includes two new features requested by i2M musicport users, and a few bug fixes.

• Fix a bug when MIDI zone "note extend" was enabled. This could cause zero-duration notes to be sent by mistake.

• Fixed a potential crash (unit would restart itself). This would only occur in rare situations, if at all.

• Note-extend behaviour changed to work better with synths in mono-legato mode. Now, when the note-extend is active the new note is sent before the old note is turned off. This allows the receiving synth (when configured to mono-legato mode) to play the new note without a new note-on attack.

• Note-detection accuracy in chromatic mode has been improved.

• It is now possible to route pitch-bend data to another, globally-defined, MIDI controller. Only one MIDI controller can be configured, but routing can be enabled separately on each MIDI zone to different MIDI channels.

The i2M musicport Desktop Editor has also been updated to version 1.3.00:

• Fix a bug in the Desktop Editor which prevented you from selecting a single note range in the zone gate.

• Added new musical scale to the Desktop Editor "Melodic Minor Full" which includes the notes of both the ascending and descending Melodic Minor scales.

• Supports the new features in firmware version 1.3.00.

All of the above can be downloaded from our software pages.

[15 May 2012] Sonuus reorganises distribution.

We have made some changes to our distribution chain in Australia and Korea to help us reach more stores and end customers. Our new distributors are:

• SIMS Corporation (Korea)
• Audio Chocolate (Australia)
  

The full list of Sonuus distributors can be found here.

[21-24 March 2012] See Sonuus and our latest products at Frankfurt MusikMesse Hall 4.0 Stand B51

We will be exhibiting our new Wahoo™ stomp box at MusikMesse in Frankfurt 21-24 March 2012 with Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Peterson are exclusive distributors for Sonuus in North America as well as the following territories: Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, as well as Norway and Denmark. We will be looking to speak with new dealers at this show.

Of course, we will also be demonstrating our existing MIDI converter products: B2M™, G2M™ V2 and i2M musicport™.

Sonuus are also looking to talk with potential new distributors at the show.

Visit Hall 4.0, Stand B51 to see the Wahoo™, G2M™ V2, the B2M™ and the i2M musicport™ and to try them for yourself.

[21 February 2012] Sonuus endorses Dan Hawkins

Sonuus are pround to announce the endorsement of Dan Hawkins, a busy, in-demand bass player from London. He is known as a tasteful musician who loves groove and feel and playing what is right for the song. His recent credits include Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Katie Melua, Les Miserables (West End) and Luke White.

Here's what Dan says about the i2M musicport:

"I use the i2M mainly to trigger synth bass sounds whilst playing bass lines. I love playing keyboard synth bass but I find that the i2M allows me to really express myself on my favourite bass whilst getting some awesome tones (usually Moog at the moment!). The tracking is great and it is a great tool for live and studio use. I mainly use it in the studio for some of the online sessions I do"

[19-22 January 2012] See our new product at The NAMM Show Booth 5990 Hall B

We will be introducing the latest Sonuus product, the Wahoo, (and demoing existing products) at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, USA, with our US distributor Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Watch our products being demonstrated, and you can try them out on the booth to experience them first-hand.

The Wahoo is very exciting for us, and we think it will be exciting to many musicians. We started releaing snippets about the Wahoo on  our facebook page but have now revealed all. It's a pure analogue, dual-filter stomp box for guitar and bass -- a filter pedal, but like no other!

We are keen to talk to new distributors covering regions for which we don't yet have distribution.

[5 December 2011] Dimi Nalbantov releases 4th album "Broken Clouds" 2011

Bulgarian guitarist and Sonuus endorsee, Dimitar Nalbantov, has released his 4th album: "Broken Clouds" 2011. Dimi used the Sonuus i2M musicport to record bass guitars and the synths parts on the album.

You can listen to some tracks, and buy the album on Dimi's web site: www.nalbantov.com. We recommend you take a look to see some amazing guitar work.

You can also buy the album on iTunes and CDBaby.

[24 November 2011] Dino Fiorenza shares his tapping expertise

Italian bassist and Sonuus endorsee, Dino Fiorenza, shares his tapping expertise in a new Italian-language instructional book/CD called "Tap Me Up", published in Italy by Carisch.

The book presents all the concepts and techniques of tapping on electric bass. It's a creative method -- unconventional, complex, progressive and experimental. It will take you step by step, through all the details of this fascinating technique, starting from the basics and progressing to more complex applications, including "melodic shred". This method is sutable for anyone from beginner to advanced. Included are 200 exercises, more than 100 tracks and 2 demo tracks in the original play-along CD.

Click here for more information and to buy online!

[7 November 2011] Marillion's Steve Rothery grabs a Sonuus i2M musicport for use on tour

Marillion's Steve Rothery grabs a Sonuus i2M musicport for use on tour. Steve says:

"We're in the middle of writing the new Marillion album at the moment and are about to go off on a short tour around Europe. Being able to write and record midi parts while we're on tour using only the musicport, a guitar and my laptop is going to be invaluable. A brilliant piece of technology."

Marillion's tour details can be found here: http://www.marillion.com/tour/index.htm

[20 October 2011] Sonuus opens eBay Store

Sonuus are pleased to announce the opening of our eBay Store. This provides an outlet for ex-demo and refurbished products as well as older products that have been superseded.

So, if you want to grab yourself a bargain, head to: http://stores.ebay.co.uk/sonuuslimited.

[11 September 2011] Sonuus endorses DESTRAGE

Sonuus are pround to announce the endorsement of Milan-based band DESTRAGE. They have also put together a great new video for us. You can see it here i2M musicport with Garage Band.

Here's what they say about the i2M musicport:

"This amusing little device is just perfect for arranging, recording and even writing midi partitures directly fron your instrument on your computer, whether you are settled in your studio, on the fly or sitting in the back of a tour bus.

Just plug your guitar, open up a sequencer, apply  some plugins and play your music, note down your new ideas directly in tracks while you are recording, and change the way they sound as you wish.

Sonuus i2M sends audio and midi signals together to your computer. You won't need any power plug, protools hardwares or other complications. Infact you'd never need to write down midi partitures using your keyboard and mouse again."

[20 June 2011] Sonuus endorses Simone Vignola

Sonuus are pround to announce the endorsement of bassist Simone Vignola. Only 23 years of age, Simone has received great acclaim for his live-looping solo performances, including opening for Level 42 on their recent Italian tour.

[10 June 2011] i2M musicport firmware/editor update (1.2.00)

We are pleased to announce that a new firmware update is available for the i2M musicport. It includes several new features, including many suggested to us by existing users:

• Latency Test mode to help you debug audio latency problems on your computer setup.
• Note Extend to allow gapless transitions between notes, even if your playing includes gaps.
• Allow any MIDI controller to be used for the breath controller output.
• Modes (presets) can now be changed by MIDI program change.
• A velocity filter has been added to reject low-level notes, to reduce glitches.
• Note velocity and breath controller can have a curves applied to them.

The i2M musicport Desktop Editor Software has also been updated (to version 1.2.00) to access the new features in the firmware update.

The Sonuus Firmware Updater has also been updated to version 1.0.02, to fix a few small bugs. We recommend you use this new version to install this new firmware update.

All of the above can be downloaded from our software pages.

[9 May 2011] Sonuus Asia to extend distribution

We have set up Sonuus Asia, a new distribution company, to allow us to more efficiently handle distribution in Asia. Currently, Sonuus Asia handles exclusive distribution of Sonuus products in: Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam and New Zealand.

This new arrangement does not affect existing distribution in countries not listed above.

A new web site for Sonuus Asia will be available soon: www.sonuus-asia.com.

[9 May 2011] Ablerto Rigoni's Rebirth

Sonuus endorsee Alberto Rigoni has completed a new album, Rebirth. Alberto used the Sonuus B2M for composition and for scoring this album.

Rebirth shows an extreme variety of tunes, some with voice and some instrumental. It's a union of experimental research blended with a solid backbone of melody. Music lovers around the world will want to witness his elegant simplicity to bring the bass instrument to the forefront without losing the rhythm and foundation of the music. Featuring guest musicians including Gavin Harrison, Michael Manring, Yves Carbonne and many others.

The album will be available on 23 May 2011, but can be pre-ordered now. It is also available through Amazon.

[30 April 2011] 64-bit ASIO driver for i2M musicport

A 64-bit version of the i2M musicport ASIO driver is now available from the software pages.

The 64-bit ASIO driver is only required if your application (DAW) is a 64-bit application. If you are using a 32-bit application on 64-bit Windows, you still need to use the 32-bit ASIO driver. It is therefore recommended that users of 64-bit Operating Systems install both the 32-bit and 64-bit ASIO drivers so it can support all applications.

[30 April 2011] Firmware Updater 1.0.01

A minor update has been released for the Windows version of the Sonuus Firmware Updater. It is now available from the software pages.

There is a problem in Windows when a HID device (which is what the i2M musicport appears as in update mode) is connected for the first time: the device appears briefly then disappears. This cause the udpater problems because it detects the device and starts to update, then the device is "unplugged" by the OS. So the update fails. This new version works around this problem to ensure the firmware is updated correctly, even if the operating system "disconnects" the device part-way through the update.

We recommend you get this latest update if you are using Windows (the OSX version has not been updated; this problems was restricted to the Windows platform).

[29 April 2011] New videos from Frankfurt MusikMesse

We have posted some new videos from MusikMesse:

Lee Sklar -- Sonuus B2M Chat Lee Sklar (the World's No1 working bassist) playing around with the Sonuus B2M whilst chatting to us about it

Sonuus G2M V2 Fast Tracking We are often asked how fact the MIDI tracking of our products really is. In particular, is the new G2M V2 "fast"? This video gives a good demonstration of fast tracking, including on the lower notes.

G2M B2M Montage A montage of some improvisations with the Sonuus G2M (V2) and the Sonuus B2M.

[6-9 April 2011] See Sonuus and our latest products at Frankfurt MusikMesse Hall 4.0 Stand B51

Sonuus will be exhibiting the B2M™, the i2M musicport™ and the new G2M™ V2 at MusikMesse in Frankfurt 6-9 April 2011 with Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Peterson are exclusive distributors for Sonuus in North America as well as the following territories: Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, as well as Norway and Denmark. We will be looking to speak with new dealers at this show.

Sonuus are also looking to talk with potential new distributors at the show.

Visit Hall 4.0, Stand B51 to see the G2M™ V2, the B2M™ and the i2M musicport™ and to try them for yourself.

[10 March 2011] Sonuus endorses Abelardo Yepez

Sonuus are proud to announce the endorsement of Abelardo Yepez, a musician and composer focused on film scoring. Abe uses his i2M musicport as an easier way to write MIDI.

[10 February 2011] Sonuus introduces a new G2M V2

Now, two years since its introduction, we have updated the G2M™ to give it a substantial boost in performance. The new G2M™ "V2" has even more robust note tracking and tracks 3x faster than the original G2M™, features a wider note detection range and includes a new chromatic mode. All whilst preserving the trademark plug-and-play usability of the original!

The new G2M V2 will start arriving in stores soon.

[8 February 2011] i2M musicport firmware/editor update (1.1.00)

We are pleased to announce that a new firmware update is available for the i2M musicport. It includes new features suggested to us by users such as scale mode to quantise notes to a particular musical scale and the ability to send MIDI breath controller data on any mode (not just Voice/Wind mode).

The i2M musicport Desktop Editor Software has also been updated (to version 1.1.00) to access the new features in the firmware update.

Both firmware and the editor can be downloaded from our software pages.

[13-16 January 2011] See us at The NAMM Show Booth 5990 Hall B

Sonuus will be exhibiting the new i2M musicport™ and other new stuff at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, USA, with our US distributor Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Watch our products being demonstrated, and you can try them out on the booth to experience them first-hand.

Visit Booth 5990 Hall B.

We are keen to talk to new distributors covering regions for which we don't yet have distribution.

[10 December 2010] i2M musicport™ now shipping!

Our latest product, the i2M musicport, has now started shipping to our distributors. The following distributors should have the i2M musicport within a few days, and then it should be available in retail stores in plenty of time before Christmas:

• Japan
• Peterson EMP (who cover: USA/Canada/Mexico/Latin America/Norway&Denmark/Germany, Austria, Switzerland & The Netherlands)
• Sweden
• UK, Northern Ireland & Eire
• Italy
• Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary
• Australia
  

[9 December 2010] Sonuus increases distribution to more countries

Sonuus are pleased to announce recent agreements with several distributors to help us get our products into more countries. The most recent additions are:

• Sweden MIDI Music AB (Sweden)
• Groovemania (Italy, Lombardia)
• AUDIOPARTNER, s.r.o. (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary)
• audioMIDI (Greece)
  

The full list of Sonuus distributors can be found here.

[8 November 2010] Sonuus endorses Yorkie

Sonuus are proud to announce the endorsement of Yorkie, former member of Liverpool Indie giants SPACE (Neighbourhood, Female Of The Species, Avenging Angels), and now working on the Mongoose project.

Yorkie started using the Sonuus B2M to allow his studio projects to be taken to the stage without over-reliance on keyboads.

"As a bassist, I found the B2M gave me all of the control I needed over my soft synths, without having to play a keyboard. I now happily play a Moog, Cello, Synth & even Melodica with my usual trusty old bass.

The G2M gives us the ability to layer and warp already warped guitars by adding synth/string textures to the sound.

The latency is non-existant and MOONGOOSE would highly recommend both of these wonderful units."

[1 November 2010] Sonuus introduces the i2M musicport™

Sonuus are very excited to announce our latest product: the i2M musicport™.

The i2M musicport™ is a low-cost, ultra-fast monophonic MIDI converter for guitar, bass guitar, and other musical instruments that connects to your computer via USB. Combining the best aspects of the Sonuus G2M and B2M products, with a high-impedance USB audio interface, the i2M musicport™ redefines how to connect musical instruments to computers.

Opening up MIDI to the masses, the i2M musicport™ makes MIDI more musical, more fun, with less hassle. No instrument modifications or special pickups are required, just plug in and play. It's also very small!

The i2M musicport™ should be available in selected stores before the end of November 2010.

[28 October 2010] Sonuus endorses Dino Fiorenza

Sonuus are proud to announce the endorsement of Dino Fiorenza, an Italian bass player with distinctive style of playing with 8-fingers at a time! We are looking forward to seeing what Dino can do with our gear.

[5 October 2010] Sonuus endorses Dimitar Nalbantov

Sonuus are proud to announce the endorsement of Bulgarian guitarist Dimitar Nalbantov. Dimi's albums are entirely recorded with Modelling Software and he has been instrumental in programming presets for, IK Multimedia, Native Instruments Guitar Rig 4, Overloud TH1, Revalver and more. Now he's helping to put Sonuus products through their paces, with his incredible guitar skills.

He says: "Finally I found the perfect tool to record synth solos and bass guitar tracks without change my main instrument - My guitar!"

[8 September 2010] Sonuus endorses Eric Maldonado

Sonuus are proud to announce the endorsement of Eric Maldonado, a young, up-and-coming guitarist.With his G2M, Eric is saving time creating tab for his students and programming instrumental parts for his albums.

He says: "Wow! The G2M is probably the coolest piece of midi gear I own. What you are able to do with it is just unbelievable. Your creativity is infinite. It is like having a midi pickup without having to actually install one on your guitar. I use it to program instruments in my songs, play virtual instruments(VSTi) & tab out lessons. This little device does it all. These guys really know what they are doing!"

[24-27 March 2010] See Sonuus and the G2M™ at Frankfurt MusikMesse Hall 4.0 Stand B51

Sonuus will be exhibiting the G2M™ and the new B2M™ at MusikMesse in Frankfurt 24-27 March 2010 with Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Peterson are exclusive distributors for Sonuus in North America as well as the following territories: Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, as well as Scandanavia: Norway, Sweden and Denmark. We will be looking to speak with new dealers at this show.

Sonuus are also looking to talk with potential new distributors at the show.

Visit Hall 4.0, Stand B51 to see the G2M™ and the new B2M™ and try them for yourself.

[14-17 January 2010] See us at The NAMM Show Booth 5990 Hall B

Sonuus will be exhibiting the G2M™ and the new B2M™ at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, USA, with our US distributor Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Dan Sindel will be demonstrating our products, and you can try them out on the booth to experience them first-hand.

Visit Booth 5990 Hall B.

We are keen to talk to new distributors covering regions for which we don't yet have distribution.

[10 June 2009] Sonuus endorsee Muris Varajic in Guitar Idol 2009 live finals

One of our endorsees, Muris Varajic, a truely amazing guitar player (and who did some wonderful playing on the G2M™ at MusikMesse 2009) is one of the finalists in this year's Guitar Idol competition. The live final is being held at the London International Music Show.

You can see Muris' entry here: Guitar Idol 2009.

All at Sonuus would like to wish Muris good luck in what promises to be a tough competition.

[25 May 2009] G2M™ achieves number 1 position at Thomann Cyberstore

Thomann Cyberstore gives sales rankings for all their products and the G2M™ has jumped to the top of the table for guitar and bass synthesisers, putting it ahead of the most alternatives from AXON and Roland. As a leading retailer in Europe, we can recomment Thomann Cyberstore as a place to buy your G2M.

[18 May 2009] New G2M™ videos from Peterson and Dan Sindel.

There are a couple of new cool videos of how to use the G2M™ just posted on Peterson Tuner's web site: Dave Weiner (of G3, Steve Vai) showing three ways to use the G2M and Jerry Brightman (ex-Buck Owens & the Buckaroos & the Hee Haw TV show) using the G2M with steel guitar -- cool stuff.

Dan Sindel (of EZGTR.com) has a great video demonstrating just how easy it is to make your guitar sound like a synthesizer with the G2M.

[1-4 April 2009] See Sonuus and the G2M™ at Frankfurt MusikMesse Hall 4.0 Stand B51

Sonuus will be exhibiting the G2M™ at MusikMesse in Frankfurt 1-4 April 2009 with Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. Peterson have agreed to extend their distribution of Sonuus products to include Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands, as well as Scandanavia: Norway, Sweden and Denmark and will be looking to speak with new dealers at this show.

Sonuus are also looking to talk with potential new distributors at the show. Visit Hall 4.0, Stand B51 to see the G2M™ and try it out for yourself.

[19 January 2009] The G2M™ shines at The NAMM Show

Sonuus exhibited the G2M™ at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, USA, with our US distributor Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. This was a great success with a large number of visitors trying it out. Without exception, everyone who tried it was very impressed and often reluctant to let someone else have a go.

Harmony Central also stopped by to do a piece on it. You can see some videos on their site.

We also managed to capture some video of Dan Lawson who had a great time playing saxophone on the guitar!

The G2M™ will soon be stocked by the major music retailers in the USA, and we are rapidly expanding our worldwide distribution network.

[15-18 January 2009] see Sonuus G2M™ at The NAMM Show

Sonuus will be exhibiting the G2M™ at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, USA, with our US distributor Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. You will be able to see the G2M™, and try it out on the booth. Visit Booth 5990 Hall B.

[28 November 2008] Sonuus G2M™ launched in Japan

The Sonuus G2M™ was launched with a product review in one of Japan's leading music publications: Sound Designer. To coincide with this, the G2M™ is now available in several music stores in Japan. See our local distributor for details: www.kohske.com/sonuus.