Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the new president of the MIDI Association. Based in Los Angeles, the MIDI Association is a non-profit trade organization that focuses on improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. This announcement brings exciting news for the industry as Tim Carroll takes on this influential role.
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead for a period of two years. This decision is significant as it coincides with the transition from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0, marking a crucial moment in the history of the association. As the new version of MIDI is gradually being incorporated into products and software, it is an exhilarating time for individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
Carroll's appointment as CEO of Focusrite Group, a well-respected figure in the industry, is anticipated to receive widespread approval from both the Association membership and the larger 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. Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving the legacy left by Sequential founder Dave Smith, who played a crucial role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago.
In addition to overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers, the MIDI Association is dedicated to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and wellness. Carroll will offer valuable insights in these fields as the Association begins to distribute grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement about his recent position, emphasizing that this is an important turning point for the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just scratched the surface of the possibilities offered by MIDI 2.0, and he is eager to collaborate with the board and all members of the MIDI Association to unlock the future of MIDI, which promises to be more expressive, musical, and creative.
Keep following us for more information and updates on Carroll's journey as he guides the MIDI Association into an exciting new phase.
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