| Q: | What use do I have of a guitar-MIDI? |
| A: | On the preceding page you can find tips for the use of MIDI. Read more about MIDI and it's possibilities on the MIDI Manufacturer's Association's homepage. |
| Q: | Can a MIDI be installed on any guitar? |
| A: | The Bonotron MIDI fits perfectly on any guitar model, from classical nylonstrings to electrics. However, some guitars take a little more work at the installation. |
| Q: | What other equipment do I need to use a guitar-MIDI? |
| A: | To use a MIDI-system you need some sort of a soundmudule, synth or computer that is working acording to the MIDI-standard. You also need an amplifier to play back the instrumental sounds. |
| Q: | What soundmodules/other equipment does Bonotron MIDI work with? |
| A: | The Bonotron MIDI-systems work with all units that comply to the international MIDI-specification. |
| Q: | What is done to the guitar? |
| A: | This depands on what type of pickup you use. On an electric guitar
there is achoice between a Humbucker model (MP-1500), that replaces a standard Humbucker, or an external
pickup (MP-1550), that is screwed or attached with double-faced tape on the guitar body. On an acoustig guitar the pickup is installed in the bridge, underneath the bridge saddle (MP-1600, MP-1660.) For this pickup six holes need to be drilled in the bottom of the saddle slot. The external pickup goes on an acoustic guitar as well as on an electric. |
| Q: | Can the guitar be restored? |
| A: | The only pickup leaves any traces on the guitar is the MP-1550, and the screwholes that this pickup leaves are usually quite small. |
| Q: | Can I install a MIDI myself, and what skills and tools do I need? |
| A: | To do a MIDI installation you need a sense for fine mechanics as well as basic skills in soldering
and electronics. Tools include soldering iron, various screwdrivers and pliers, a knife, files, electric drill and more. A complete list can be found in the manual. |
| Q: | Where do I get an installation manual? |
| A: | It is included in the user's manual that is available at our download page. |