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 is seen as an exciting development for the industry.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a period of two years, which was decided by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This decision is significant as it coincides with a crucial phase in the history of the MIDI Association, where the MIDI technology has advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version is gradually being introduced in various products and software, it creates an exhilarating atmosphere for all individuals involved in the music products and associated industries.
The Association's appointment of Carroll, who is highly respected in the industry and serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group, is anticipated to receive widespread approval from both the Association's members and the industry as a whole. Focusrite Group is the parent company of renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as MIDI controller and synth company Novation. Dave Smith, the founder of Sequential who played a pivotal role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has established a lasting legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to preserving and improving upon.
The MIDI Association is not only responsible for overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers, but they also have a strong dedication to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the well-being of musicians. Carroll will be offering valuable insights in these fields as the Association begins to award 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 pivotal moment for the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only scratched the surface of the possibilities presented by MIDI 2.0. Carroll eagerly looks forward to collaborating with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, focusing on enhancing its expressiveness, musicality, and creativity.
Keep watching for further information as we continue to track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
Here are some updates and news in the music industry:
– WIMS has released updates for their WoodSynth and WoodTroller.
– There is a video exploring the first Buchla 100 synthesizer.
– Moog has launched Animoog Galaxy specifically for Apple Vision Pro.
– ALM/Busy Circuits has introduced the Mega Milton Eurorack module.
– The Confetti Institute has opened a new campus in London.
– WOMEX 24, the Worldwide Music Expo, is taking place.
– Overloud and ILIO have unveiled the TH-U Made In Rock series.
– Embody's Immerse Virtual Studio now supports Apple Music.
– Artists are predicted to earn $5.2 billion from vinyl sales.
– There are also advertisements from readers and other manufacturers.
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