In a recent announcement made in Los Angeles, Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been named as the new president of the MIDI Association. The MIDI Association is a non-profit trade organization that aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. This appointment is considered significant and exciting news for the industry.
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead the organization for a period of two years. This decision is significant because it coincides with a crucial phase in the history of the association, as MIDI technology has recently advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. With the introduction of this new version in various products and software, it is an exhilarating period for all individuals involved in the music products and related 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 is the parent company of renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as MIDI controller and synthesizer company Novation. Dave Smith, the founder of Sequential and a pivotal figure in the development of MIDI, introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago. Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving upon the legacy left by Smith.
In addition to overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers, the MIDI Association also has a strong interest in MIDI innovation, music education, and promoting the benefits of music for wellness. Carroll will be offering valuable guidance in these fields as the Association begins to distribute grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this is a pivotal moment in the MIDI Association's history. He believes that the industry has only just begun to comprehend the immense potential of MIDI 2.0, and he is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members in order to forge ahead with new innovative and artistic advancements in MIDI.
Keep an eye out for future updates as we continue to track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new chapter!
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