Here's an exciting update from Los Angeles: Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the 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.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a duration of two years, a choice that was made by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This is a significant moment in the association's history, as MIDI technology has recently advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. With this latest version gradually becoming available in music products and software, it is a thrilling period for all those involved in the music products and associated industries.
The Association membership and the wider industry are expected to highly approve the appointment of Carroll as the CEO of Focusrite Group. Carroll is a well-respected figure in the industry and Focusrite Group is known for housing renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation. The founder of Sequential, Dave Smith, who played a crucial role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has left a significant legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving.
The MIDI Association's focus extends beyond the management of MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also dedicated to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the intersection of music and wellness. Carroll will offer valuable strategic perspectives in these areas 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 history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just scratched the surface of the potential of MIDI 2.0 and looks forward to collaborating with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, focusing on its expressive, musical, and creative aspects.
Keep watching for additional information as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
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– A video is available that explores the first Buchla 100 synthesizer.
– Moog has released Animoog Galaxy, a new app for Apple Vision Pro.
– ALM/Busy Circuits has introduced the Mega Milton Eurorack module.
– Confetti Institute has opened a new campus in London.
– WOMEX 24, the Worldwide Music Expo, is happening soon.
– Overloud and ILIO have unveiled the TH-U Made In Rock series.
– Embody's Immerse Virtual Studio now supports Apple Music.
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