Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the new president of the MIDI Association. This influential non-profit trade organization, dedicated to improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide, made the announcement from Los Angeles.
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, with the recent transition from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0 technology. As the new version begins to emerge in various products and software, it is a thrilling period for individuals engaged in the music products and associated 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 members and the broader industry for his appointment. Focusrite Group houses renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company, Novation. The legacy left by Dave Smith, the founder of Sequential and a key contributor to the development of MIDI, including the introduction of the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, is something that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to preserving and improving upon.
The MIDI Association's focus extends beyond the management of MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They also have a strong dedication to MIDI innovation, music education, and promoting the well-being of individuals through music. Carroll will be offering valuable strategic input in these areas as the Association prepares to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing the significant moment in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just started to comprehend the vast 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 enhancing its expressiveness, musicality, and creativity.
Make sure to keep updated as we continue to track Carroll's progress in leading the MIDI Association into a thrilling new chapter!
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