The CEO of Focusrite Group, Tim Carroll, has been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association. This non-profit trade organization aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. The announcement was made in Los Angeles.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a period of two years, a choice that was made by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This decision comes at a crucial time in the history of the association, as MIDI technology has recently advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version begins to emerge in various products and software, it is an exciting period for all individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
The industry is anticipating that Carroll, who is highly regarded and serves as CEO of Focusrite Group, will receive widespread approval from both members of the Association and the broader industry. Focusrite Group is the parent company of renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation. Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving upon the legacy left by Dave Smith, the founder of Sequential, who played a crucial role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago.
The MIDI Association is not solely focused on overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also deeply committed to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and well-being. Carroll will contribute valuable strategic perspectives in these domains as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll showed his excitement for his new position, emphasizing that this is a crucial turning point for the MIDI Association. According to him, the industry has only just started to grasp the possibilities of MIDI 2.0, and he is thrilled to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members in order to shape the future of MIDI, making it even more expressive, musical, and innovative.
Keep checking back for more information as we continue to track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into a thrilling new phase!
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