Presenting a noteworthy announcement from Los Angeles, Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association. This influential non-profit trade organization focuses on improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians across the world.
Carroll has been chosen to lead the MIDI Association for a period of two years, as decided by the executive board of the association. This decision is significant as it coincides with a crucial point in the history of MIDI technology, where it has transitioned from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version starts to emerge in various products and software, it brings an atmosphere of excitement for all individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
Carroll, who is highly regarded in the industry and serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group, is anticipated to receive widespread approval from both the Association membership and the broader industry. Focusrite Group is the parent company of well-known 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 crucial part in developing MIDI and introduced the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has left behind a legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to maintaining and improving upon.
In addition to overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers, the MIDI Association is also dedicated to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and well-being. Carroll will be offering valuable perspectives in these fields as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this is a significant turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only scratched the surface of the potential of MIDI 2.0 and is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, making it more expressive, musical, and creative.
Keep watching for additional announcements as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
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