In an exciting announcement from Los Angeles, Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been named the president of the MIDI Association. The MIDI Association is a non-profit trade organization that focuses on improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide.
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead for a period of two years. This is a significant time for the MIDI Association as they have recently transitioned from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. With the emergence of this new version in various products and software, it is a thrilling period for individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
Carroll, who is highly regarded in the industry and currently serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group, is anticipated to receive widespread approval from both the Association members and the broader 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. The departure of Sequential founder Dave Smith, who was instrumental in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has left a lasting impact that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to preserving and improving upon.
The MIDI Association goes beyond its role in overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also enthusiastic about promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the intersection of music and wellness. Carroll will offer valuable perspectives in these fields as the Association begins to award grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement about his recent position, emphasizing that this marks a crucial turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only scratched the surface of the possibilities offered by MIDI 2.0, and he is thrilled to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, making it 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 its thrilling new phase!
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