19

Dec 2023

Expanding the possibilities of your Mac with Sonnet

In the dynamic world of Mac computing, Sonnet Technologies stands as the unsung hero of expansion solutions, redefining the capabilities of your Mac with a blend of practical and functional products. While their Thunderbolt™ docks and PCIe expansion chassis have long been industry favourite...
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04

Jul 2023

Sonnet Docks – For all your connectivity needs!

In today's fast-paced world, efficiency and productivity are paramount, especially in the realm of technology. Whether you're a creative professional, a remote worker, or a multitasking enthusiast, having a clutter-free and organised workspace can significantly enhance your workflow. That's where...
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09

Dec 2022

Improving your post-production workflow

For many photographers, editing or post-production can be as important as the pictures they take. That being said, without the appropriate equipment to make it easier and quicker, it can fast become a limiting and frustrating part of the creative process. Aiming to streamline your workflow, Sonn...
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08

Dec 2021

DuoModo on Tour

Based in Orinda, California, just outside Berkeley, Diablo Digital specializes in live recording systems for tours, festivals and outside broadcasts. With the motto “It’s live. We get it” the company has worked with an impressive roster of bands, including U2, Florence & the...
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07

Jun 2021

Shoot. Ingest. Edit!

Now that pretty much every camera captures to digital media, choosing the right kind of reader has never been more important. For 35 years Sonnet has pioneered innovative and award-winning products that enhance computer performance and connectivity. This blog looks at Sonnet’s expanding ran...
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12

Oct 2020

Rigging the Komodo

Komodo is Red’s first truly affordable camera system. It is likely to fulfil many roles - as a feature film B-camera or main camera for documentary production.  Fortunately, the Komodo’s cuboid-shape lends itself very well to being rigged, powered, adapted and mounted to suit vi...
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21

Nov 2018

Editing in the 21st Century: why you need 10GbE

Working on a local copy of a creative project may be your default. If your central storage and network can’t support the data rates you need for multiple streams of high resolution video, it may be your only option. That process of transferring files from shared storage to your desktop (an...
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06

Sep 2018

How do I add video (and other) inputs to my MacBook Pro?

Apple laptops have evolved to become minimalist powerhouses. Over the years, MacBook Pro designers have engineered a beautiful, sleek chassis and reduced the weight significantly. The result is a travel-friendly powerhouse, a light-weight editing workstation, a super-slim 4K grading system. But ...
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23

Apr 2018

What's new at NAB 2018?

All the key new products from NAB 2018: Blackmagic Design, Teradek, SmallHD, CoreSWX, Panasonic, Sonnet, SLR Magic, LEDGO, more! Richard Payne, Head of Technology writes... "The NAB Show is the world's largest convention encompassing the convergence of media, entertainment and technology....
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05

Apr 2018

Sonnet Launches Powerful New macOS® Compatible Thunderbolt™ 3 External Graphics (eGPU) Solution

eGFX Breakaway™ Box 650 the Only eGPU Chassis Recommended by Apple® and Qualified by AMD to Support All Graphics Cards Compatible with macOS High Sierra. Sonnet Technologies today announced the eGFX Breakaway™ Box 650, the latest and most capable model in the company's series of ...
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04

Apr 2018

Sonnet at NAB 2018

At the 2018 NAB Show, Sonnet will showcase its new eGFX Breakaway™ Box 650, a Thunderbolt™ 3 to eGPU PCI Express® (PCIe®) card expansion system designed and qualified specifically for large, power-hungry video graphics processing unit (GPU) cards, including the AMD Radeon&trad...
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13

Feb 2018

Sonnet Technologies at BVE 2018

NEW: Thunderbolt™ 3 External Graphics (eGPU) SolutionsAt BVE 2018, Sonnet will showcase its new eGFX Breakaway™ Box 650, a Thunderbolt™ 3 to eGPU PCI Express® (PCIe®) card expansion system designed and qualified specifically for large, power-hungry video graphics process...
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27

Oct 2017

Sonnet Launches Thunderbolt 3 to Dual HDMI Adapter

Sonnet Technologies today announced its latest Thunderbolt™ 3 product, the Thunderbolt 3 to Dual HDMI™ 2.0 Adapter. The compact bus-powered device enables users to connect up to two 4K ultra-high-definition (UHD) HDMI monitors with just one Thunderbolt 3 port on their computers.
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26

Sep 2017

Sonnet - macOS High Sierra Compatibility Information

Sonnet is currently testing product compatibility for macOS 10.13 (High Sierra). The following are compatible:
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25

Aug 2017

Sonnet Launches Dual-Slot SxS Pro Card Reader

Sonnet Technologies today announced the launch of its new SF3™ Series — SxS™ Pro Card Reader, the second in a new family of professional media readers that feature a 40Gbps Thunderbolt™ 3 interface. The Sonnet reader employs dual card slots to take advantage of the tremend...
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11

May 2017

Sonnet launches 3-slot Thunderbolt 3 Chassis

Compact Three-Slot Expansion Chassis Enables Connection of up to Three High-Performance PCIe® Cards With 2750 MB/s of Bandwidth via Thunderbolt™ 3 Interface Sonnet Technologies today announced the launch of the Echo™ Express SE III, the newest member of the company's award-w...
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21

Apr 2017

NAB NEWS Sonnet’s Echo Express III-D and Echo Express III-R Now Available With Thunderbolt 3

Both Desktop and Rackmount Versions of Three-Slot Expansion Chassis Now Provide 2750 MB/s of PCI Express® Bandwidth via Thunderbolt 3 Interface Sonnet Technologies today announced that its Echo™ Express III-D (desktop) and Echo Express III-R (rackmount) Thunderbolt™-to-PCI Express...
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16

Jun 2016

Sonnet gives you room for growth?

Computer manufacturers are under enormous pressure from the marketing team to create badge appeal. At the same time, they have to satisfy the business need to make a profit in a market that is ultra-competitive.
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06

Apr 2016

It’s not official, but it’s fantastic!

Graphics cards installed in laptops tend to be low caffeine versions of high power desktop adapters. And some desktop computers have fairly modest graphics cards that are hard-wired and cannot be upgraded in the usual plug and play way. If you’re browsing the Internet or creating spreadshee...
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16

Mar 2016

ToolsOnAir Chooses Sonnet xMac™ Pro Server for live:cut Multi-camera Production Solution

Austrian Teleshopping Broadcaster MediaShop Leverages live:cut and xMac™ Pro Server for Streamlined Production of High-Quality Teleshopping Videos
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29

Oct 2015

Affordable External Video Storage

Sonnet’s rackmount Fusion R400 RAID storage has a fast USB 3.0 interface and a dedicated hardware RAID controller. It is fast and affordable, using four 3.5” HDD drives with up-to 24 TB of disk space.
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17

Apr 2015

Sonnet Announces Pocketable, Bus-Powered, Ultra-High-Performance PCI Express® SSD Storage Device

Fusion™ PCIe® Flash Drive Features 256GB or 512GB Capacity, M.2 PCIe SSD Module, and Thunderbolt™ 2 Interface, Supports Data Transfers Over 1200 MB/s
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17

Sep 2014

Whistle Stop Tour: IBC 2014

One rule: a single product from each manufacturer…
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14

May 2014

Sonnet Introduces Fusion QR RAID 5 SATA Storage System

Newest Member of Sonnet’s Award-Winning Fusion Family Offers Highly Affordable Four-Drive RAID 5 Storage in a Lightweight and Portable Package
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26

Mar 2014

Sonnet's new rackmount enclosure with PCI Expansion for New Mac Pro

Sonnet's xMac™ Pro Server Securely Houses the Latest Mac Pro®, Connects Three PCIe® Expanion Cards via Thunderbolt 2, and Provides 5.25-inch Mobile Rack Expansion—All in a 4U Enclosure
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04

Feb 2014

Sonnet Now Shipping Echo Express III-D, III-R, and SE II Expansion Chassis With Thunderbolt 2 Technology

Sonnet Technologies today announced that its Echo™ Express III-D (desktop), Echo Express III-R (rackmount), and Echo Express SE II (desktop) Thunderbolt™-to-PCI Express® (PCIe®) card expansion chassis are the first devices of their kind to ship with 20 Gb/sec Thunderbolt 2 int...
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28

Oct 2013

Mac Pro, MacBook Pro and Thunderbolt-laptops in the professional world

The advent of Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 is dramatically changing the shape, size and potential of workstations and professional laptops. With Sonnet expansion systems, these new powerhouse computers can now be adapted to use PCI cards and external systems to make them into the systems users n...
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11

Sep 2013

Sonnet Echo Express III - FREE update to Support Thunderbolt 2

Sonnet Announces Imminent Release of Echo™ Express III Three-Slot Thunderbolt™-to-PCIe® Expansion Chassis and Upcoming Support for Thunderbolt 2 Technology
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15

Apr 2013

Sonnet Announces Three-Slot Thunderbolt-to-PCIe® Expansion Chassis

Three-Slot Chassis Available as Desktop Model or 2U Rackmount Model With Optional Kit to Mount Two Mobile Rack Accessories Inside
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