Guess what? Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the president of the MIDI Association. This organization, based in Los Angeles, aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. It's quite an exciting development!
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead for a period of two years. This decision holds significance as it coincides with the transition from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. With the introduction of this new version in products and software, it is a thrilling time for individuals within 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 synth company Novation. Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving upon the legacy left by Sequential founder Dave Smith, who played a pivotal role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first-ever 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 be offering valuable insights in these domains as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is under the management of the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement about his recent appointment, emphasizing that this is a crucial turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just started to grasp the full potential of MIDI 2.0, and he is thrilled to collaborate with the MIDI Association's board and members in order to shape the future of MIDI, making it even more expressive, musical, and creative.
Continue to stay updated as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
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