I found a way to skip the Sonos Ace 2 pre-order blocks and ship to Malaysia easily

Why I am excited about the Sonos Ace 2 in 2026

I have been keeping a close eye on the Sonos Ace 2 Wireless Headphones since the first rumors surfaced late last year. Now that it is February 2026, the reviews are confirming what I suspected: these are a massive step up. Sonos has really focused on spatial audio this time around, making it feel like you are sitting in the middle of a private cinema. For someone like me who spends way too much time watching movies on my tablet during flights, this refresh is exactly what I needed.

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While we might see them in local stores in Malaysia eventually, they often arrive much later and without the cool extras. Plus, I have noticed that keeping up with us trends is the only way to get these tech releases the moment they drop. I didn't want to wait until June to get my hands on a pair that everyone else has already been using for months.

The exclusive US pre-order bundles we can get

One of the main reasons I decided to shop from a US store is the bundle offers. In the US, the Sonos Ace 2 pre-order often includes a premium travel case and a dedicated magnetic charging stand that isn't always included in the standard retail box elsewhere. I found these deals while browsing comGateway to see which stores were offering the best value for international shoppers.

Getting these accessories for free just by ordering early from the US makes the slightly higher effort of shipping them to Kuala Lumpur totally worth it. However, as any seasoned online shopper knows, buying directly from big US tech brands isn't always a walk in the park.

Why US stores usually block my Malaysian credit card

I tried to buy the Sonos Ace 2 directly from a few major US retailers, but I ran into a wall. It is a common problem for us in Malaysia: stores like Apple, Nike, or Sephora often have strict security filters. They tend to block international credit cards or instantly decline any order that is being sent to a known freight forwarder. It is incredibly frustrating to see an "Order Cancelled" email hit your inbox five minutes after you thought you successfully checked out.

The lazy way I used the BuyForMe service to bypass blocks

I didn't want to spend my weekend arguing with customer service bots, so I took the easy route. I used the BuyForMe service to handle the entire transaction. This is basically a proxy shopping setup where the team at comGateway buys the item on my behalf using a US domestic credit card and a local US billing address.

We found that this is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get flagged and cancelled. I just sent them the link to the Sonos Ace 2 bundle I wanted, and they took care of the rest. If you are worried about your payment being rejected, I highly recommend looking into this proxy shopping option. It takes the stress out of the "will they, won't they" game of US checkouts.

Getting the headphones to Malaysia with a freight forwarder

Once comGateway secured my headphones, they were sent to my tax-free us address in Oregon. This part is great because it means I don't have to pay any US sales tax, which can save me another 7% to 10% depending on the store. After the package arrived at the warehouse, I could see it in my account and decide when to ship it home.

I always check the international shipping rates before I commit, just so I know what my total spend looks like. The process is pretty hands-off, which fits my preference for the lazy method of shopping. You don't have to fill out complicated customs forms yourself; the forwarder handles the heavy lifting.

What I paid for international shipping and import duties

Before I clicked 'ship', I used the shipping calculator to get a rough idea of the final cost to Malaysia. It is important to remember that for electronics over a certain value, Malaysia Customs will apply some charges. I made sure to read up on import duties and the current Sales and Service Tax (SST) rules for 2026.

If you ever get stuck on how the weight is calculated or what happens if a package is damaged, the support team and the FAQ section are actually quite helpful. My Sonos Ace 2 arrived in about 6 business days, perfectly packed and ready for some serious listening sessions. By using the assisted purchase route, I saved myself the headache of cancelled orders and secured a bundle that isn't even available in local malls yet.