In a recent announcement 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 focuses on improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. This appointment brings excitement to the industry and highlights Carroll's influential role in the field.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a period of two years, a choice that was determined by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This decision is significant because it coincides with a crucial phase in the history of the association, with the recent development of MIDI technology from MIDI 1.0 to the eagerly awaited MIDI 2.0. As this new version begins to be incorporated into 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 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 renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as MIDI controller and synth company Novation. Dave Smith, the founder of Sequential, played a significant role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, leaving behind a legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to safeguarding and improving.
The MIDI Association has a broader focus beyond just overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also dedicated to driving innovation in MIDI, promoting music education, and supporting the connection between music and wellness. Carroll will be offering valuable strategic perspectives in these fields as the Association begins to distribute grants from the MIDI Fund, which is managed by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this is a crucial moment 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. Carroll is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and all its members to shape the future of MIDI, making it even more expressive, musical, and conducive to creativity.
Keep watching for further updates as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into a thrilling new phase!
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