I have some exciting news to share with you from Los Angeles. Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association. The MIDI Association is a non-profit organization that aims to enhance MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a duration of two years by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This decision is significant as it coincides with the crucial phase in the history of the association, where MIDI technology has advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version gradually emerges in various products and software, it brings a sense of enthusiasm to all individuals involved 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 support from both the Association's members and the broader industry. Focusrite Group houses renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation. The departure of Sequential founder Dave Smith, a pivotal figure in the development of MIDI and the creator of the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has left a lasting impact that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding 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 wellness. Carroll will be offering valuable perspectives in these fields as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared 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 scratched the surface of the possibilities offered by MIDI 2.0, and he looks forward to collaborating with the board and all the members of the MIDI Association to shape the future of MIDI, making it even more expressive, musical, and innovative.
Keep watching for additional information as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exciting new chapter!
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