About 35 years after the introduction of the MIDI 1.0 standard, instrument makers voted unanimously on January 18 to adopt the new MIDI 2.0 standard.
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface = Ψηφιακή Διασύνδεση Μουσικών Οργάνων) είναι ένα protocol, intended for communication and synchronization between electronic musical instruments, computers and other electronic devices, regardless of manufacturer.
The MIDI protocol does not transmit an audio signal, but messages containing information about the pitch and volume of a note, as well as a timing signal that identifies the speed - το tempo - ενός κομματιού.
Appeared 35 years ago by Dave Smith and Ikutaro Kakehashi, who were even awarded for it. The MIDI 1.0 standard has been the greatest advancement in music technology for decades, having managed to give a common language to all music-producing machines. The new MIDI 2.0 standard brings two-way communication and a host of new features, while remaining compatible with the old MIDI 1.0. Companies such as Roland, Native Instruments, Korg and Yamaha are members of the MIDI Manufacturers Association.
The change was not sudden as the problems from the development of the technology had already accumulated. For example, the 5-bit DIN cables used in the 80s could no longer handle high-resolution audio. The solution is provided by the new MIDI 2.0 standard which can handle any digital cable connection you would like to use. It allows much more accurate timing and much higher resolution, upscaling messages from seven bits up to 32 bits.
Such as notes Reverb.com, there is still room for improvement, such as multi-device networking, but this n movement it represents a huge upgrade over the old standard and will be useful for those trying to make a Grammy-winning album, whether it's in their bedroom or a fully equipped studio.