Sim'n Tonic

21/03/2026

What does U-SYNC do? How does it work? Who sends the clock? Do I need a special machine to use it?

Here are answers to all these and more questions in just under 75 seconds.

10/03/2026

Simon: part-time cable wrangler, full-time Nome developer, aka MIDI clock expert ✅️

So who else would we ask to explain what MIDI Clock actually is? And in less than a minute at that! ⏳️

06/01/2026

Have you seen this awesome review of the Nome on AltWire.net ?

Derek managed to explain the issue and the solution *extremely* well!! 100% recommend read, whether you have a Nome or not ;)

After hearing the buzz around the Midronome, I decided to give the Sim’n Tonic Nome II (its successor) a shot as a possible fix. Getting it running was

10/09/2025

We love seeing the Nome in the wild 🌍 - especially when it’s in the hands of talented creators like Starsky Carr ()

In one of his latest videos, he pairs the Nome with the Chroma Console to recreate the Stranger Things theme, showing just how versatile (and fun) the Nome can be.

🎥 Full video: https://youtu.be/Pga8OmCHlMc?si=QKId6PicyVYUfLUZ

23/08/2025

Awesome video by Mutlu - 100% recommend watching!
Unless you speak German, turn the subtitles on and select auto-translate to your language 😉

Heute geht es um den Nome 2 von Sim´n Tonic. Sync, Jitter und Latenz Probleme zwischen DAW und Hardware Groovebox/Synthesizern verschwinden, es klingt alles ...

10/06/2025

🚀 U-SYNC 1.3 is out now! 🚀

This update is packed with awesome new features for anyone syncing their DAW and hardware. If you use Ableton, Bitwig, Cubase, or Nuendo, you’re going to love the new bi-directional control—finally, you can control tempo and transport both ways! Plus, we’ve added support for Luna and Nuendo, so even more setups are covered.

For those with multiple Nomes, you can now chain and sync them all to U-SYNC. Smooth, reliable sync across your whole rig.
We’ve also fixed some pesky issues, like problems when connecting multiple Nomes, plugin hiccups in Pro Tools, and installer troubles on older Macs.

Check out the new video for a walkthrough of all the new features and improvements! 🎬

PS: As always, U-SYNC 1.3 and FW 4.6 work for both Nome I and Nome II.

27/05/2025

This concludes our "what is Nome?" series. So what have we learned, what is the Nome in the end? Well it’s all of these combined – and more! 🌟

It’s a Master Clock with bar signature (post 1), a powerful metronome (post 2), a time gateway between DAW and hardware (post 3), a USB-MIDI interface with smart merging (post 4), as well as:

🎯 The most precise clock ever (

21/05/2025

The Nome isn’t just a clock – it’s also a next-level metronome built for precision and flexibility! 🕒

Here’s what makes it so special:

🎼 It supports time signatures in x/2, x/4, x/8, and x/16, so it’s ready for any musical style.

🔊 You can adjust the volume and even customize the click sounds to your liking.

🎵 Want to go even further? Since Firmware 4.5, you can upload your own custom sounds to make the metronome truly yours!

✨ You can independently control the downbeat, 8th notes, and 16th notes for a tailored experience.

🎧 And with professional-grade audio outputs, you can use the Nome as a line-level metronome or connect it directly to your headphones.

Whether you’re practicing, recording, or performing, the Nome’s metronome is designed to adapt to your needs. Ready to explore its features? Visit simntonic.com 🌐

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This is part 3 of our "What is Nome?" series.

17/05/2025

🚨 Firmware 4.5 is here! 🚨

This release is all about the Metronome – if you’re using it, you’re going to absolutely LOVE it. And if you’re not, you can look forward to the upcoming U-SYNC 1.3 release! 🎉

Here’s what’s new in FW 4.5:
🎵 Custom Metronome Click Sounds – personalize your clicks to match your vibe!
🎧 Default 8th & 16th note have more "natural" volumes
✨ Possibility to tweak volume & click sounds for 8th & 16th notes
🔢 New 1-bar "count-in" before Play
💡 TAP light now follows Play or Mute (Nome II only)

And that’s not all – this update also preps your Nome for the upcoming U-SYNC 1.3 release. Big things are coming!

PS: as always, this firmware is available for both Nome I and Nome II. Update your device and let us know what you think!

13/05/2025

The Nome isn’t just a clock – it’s also a USB-MIDI interface and a smart MIDI merger! 🔌

Here’s what it can do:

✨ Forward MIDI messages from USB to MIDI-DIN ports, so your devices can communicate seamlessly.

🔄 With the future DIN-MIDI input add-on, it can also send messages the other way, bridging your entire setup.

🎛️ The Nome merges MIDI messages with the MIDI Clock in a smart way, ensuring the Clock’s timing remains rock-solid – something no other device can do as reliably.

It’s the ultimate tool for managing MIDI messages across your setup. Want to see it in action? Visit simntonic.com 🌐

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This is part 4 of our "What is Nome?" series.

06/05/2025

🎉 Back to Superbooth this weekend! 🎉

I’m super excited to be back at Superbooth this year, the ultimate synth convention in Berlin. While there won’t be a Sim’n Tonic booth this year, you can still find me hanging out with my friends from Reliq-Instruments at Booth 440 in Area O.

Reliq Instruments makes this MONSTER called Reliq – a massive and powerful 16x16 sequencer with MIDI FX, modulation abilities, and even an analog Matrix. Hell it can even work as a DAW controller at the same time! But more importantly: it's the first machine besides the Nomes to implement uber-tight sync with DAWs using U-SYNC - you have to see this in action 🤩

I’ll also have a few Nomes with me 😉 If you’ve been curious about them or just want to chat about syncing setups, drop by and say hi. I’d love to meet you in any case :)

Cheers,
Simon

PS: Here are some throwback memories from Superbooth 2022 – it’s always such an inspiring event! Can’t wait to see what this year has in store.

29/04/2025

Have you ever wanted your DAW and hardware to play in perfect sync, do recordings exactly *on the grid* of your DAW without having to edit them afterwards? 💻

The Nome bridges the gap between your virtual instruments and your hardware gear – like sequencers, drum machines, and more. By acting as a time gateway, it ensures everything stays locked to the same clock, so your software and hardware worlds finally work together seamlessly.

And here’s the game-changer: with the introduction of U-SYNC, setting up your system has never been easier or more reliable. U-SYNC takes the stress out of syncing, so you can focus on creating music instead of troubleshooting connections.

Whether you’re in the studio or performing live, the Nome ensures your entire setup stays in harmony. Curious how it works? Head to simntonic.com 🌐

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This is part 2 of our "What is Nome?" series.