Chris Meyer

Chris Meyer is renowned for his groundbreaking work in designing electronic music devices, he has left an indelible mark on the industry. From his pioneering invention of Vector Synthesis to his current endeavors in teaching modular synthesis, Chris' journey is one of continuous exploration and creative evolution. Throughout his diverse career, Chris has worn many hats, from technical chairman of the MIDI Manufacturers Association to educator and author. His contributions to the world of synthesis are matched only by his dedication to sharing his knowledge with fellow musicians. Through his platform Learning Modular and co-authored book Patch & Tweak, he empowers others to unlock the full potential of modular synthesizers. Chris grew up during the dawn of the synthesizer and wanted to both play and create electronic music. He earned a degree in engineering to pay for his hobby never realizing he could merge both passions as an electronic engineer. He began work at Sequential Circuits in 1984 just as Dave Smith, the company’s founder, had helped design MIDI. Chris oversaw the growth and development of the MIDI specifications and helped to add code. He served as Chairman of the MIDI Manufacturers Association during that time and stayed on board even after working with DigiDesign and later for the Roland Corporation.