The CEO of Focusrite Group, Tim Carroll, has been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association. This non-profit trade organization is dedicated to improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. The announcement was made in Los Angeles, and it is considered as exciting news for the industry.
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead for a period of two years. This decision is significant as it coincides with a crucial phase in the history of the MIDI Association, as the MIDI technology has recently progressed from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. With the introduction of this new version in various products and software, it is an exhilarating time for all individuals involved in the music products and associated industries.
Carroll, who is highly regarded in the industry and currently serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group, is anticipated to receive widespread approval from both the Association membership and the broader industry for their appointment. Focusrite Group, which houses renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation, has a strong commitment to preserving and improving the legacy established by Sequential founder Dave Smith. Smith, who played a crucial role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has left behind a lasting impact that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding.
The MIDI Association has a broader purpose beyond simply overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also dedicated to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and well-being. Carroll will be offering valuable insights in these areas as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this marks a crucial turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only just started to comprehend the immense possibilities of MIDI 2.0, and he is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, focusing on its expressive, musical, and creative aspects.
Keep an eye out for additional information as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
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