The CEO of Focusrite Group, Tim Carroll, has recently been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association, a non-profit organization based in Los Angeles. The MIDI Association focuses on improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. This news brings excitement and positive developments for the music industry.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a period of two years, a choice made by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This is a significant time for the association as they have recently transitioned from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0 technology. As the new version is gradually being introduced in various products and software, it is a thrilling time for all those involved in the music products and related industries.
The hiring of Carroll, who is highly respected in the industry and currently serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group, is anticipated to receive widespread approval from both members of the Association and the broader industry. Focusrite Group is the parent company of well-known 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 pivotal role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago.
The MIDI Association is not only responsible for overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also deeply committed to fostering MIDI innovation, promoting music education, and supporting music and wellness initiatives. Carroll will contribute valuable strategic insights in these domains as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this is a pivotal moment in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just started to grasp the immense possibilities of MIDI 2.0, and he is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members in order to shape the future of MIDI, making it more expressive, musical, and creative.
Be sure to keep an eye out for further updates as we accompany Carroll on his journey of leading the MIDI Association into a thrilling new period!
Additional updates include the latest versions of WoodSynth and WoodTroller in WIMS. A video showcasing the first Buchla 100 synthesizer is also making headlines. Moog has released Animoog Galaxy specifically for Apple Vision Pro users. ALM/Busy Circuits has introduced the Mega Milton Eurorack module. The Confetti Institute has opened its Confetti London campus. WOMEX 24, the Worldwide Music Expo, is set to take place. Overloud and ILIO have unveiled the TH-U Made In Rock series. Embody's Immerse Virtual Studio now supports Apple Music. Artists are projected to generate $5.2 billion from vinyl sales. Readers can find more information in the Readers' Ads section. Additionally, there is news from other manufacturers in the same subject area. Interested individuals can sign up for SOS Newsletters.
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