Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the president of the MIDI Association. This non-profit trade organization aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. The announcement was made in Los Angeles.
Carroll has been chosen as the leader for a period of two years, which was decided by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This is a crucial time for the association as MIDI technology has recently progressed from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this updated version is beginning to be implemented in various products and software, it is an exhilarating period for all individuals involved in the music products and associated industries.
Carroll, who is highly regarded in the industry and serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group, is anticipated to receive extensive support from both the Association membership and the broader industry with 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. Sequential's 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, has left a lasting legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving upon.
The MIDI Association's focus goes beyond coordinating MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also deeply invested in fostering MIDI innovation, promoting music education, and supporting the connection between music and well-being. Carroll will contribute valuable strategic perspectives in these domains as the Association begins allocating grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that the current moment is crucial for the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just started to tap into the possibilities of MIDI 2.0, and he is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, making it more expressive, musical, and creative.
Keep checking back for more information as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into a thrilling new phase!
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