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Mar
18
Improved AVCHD to Media Composer Workflow
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 3/18/2010 11:05 PM
While we wait for AMA support of AVCHD there is an improvement that I found that some may know but I thought I would share it here for those that missed it.

Step one - Convert AVCHD (.mts etc.) file to avi using Cineform Neo Scene. This $100 product is gaining alot of attention because other NLEs are beginning to support the Cineform Codec natively. This works with cameras like the Canon 5D/7D too. It converts the color space to 4:2:2, handles 24p correctly and is considered visually lo Read More

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Mar
18
Blu-ray Made Easy: A three part guide from Avid editing systems to Sorenson Squeeze to Avid DVD by Sonic
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 3/18/2010 3:09 PM
We just found this gem on the Avid user forums!

I've created a three-part tutorial on Blu-ray burning with Avid Media Composer, Sorenson Squeeze, and Avid DVD by Sonic. It covers the following parts:

  • How to export from an Avid HD project (in Avid Media Composer)
  • How to use Sorenson Squeeze for creating Blu-ray files
  • How to burn to Blu-ray using Avid DVD Read More
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    • Mar
    18
    Utilizing Keyboard Shortcuts for Video Transitions in Final Cut Pro
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    		 3/18/2010 10:22 AM
    In Final Cut Pro there are keyboard shortcuts you can use for adding your favorite transitions to any edit point. Not aware of these? Then stand by Laddie, you're in for a treat. Let's start with basics first. Read More
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    Mar
    17
    Sorenson Squeeze 6 compared to the competition
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    		 3/17/2010 11:03 AM
    Squeeze 6 is Sorenson media’s transcoding application. We compared the Squeeze 6 offering to Adobe Media Encoder, Apple Compressor, and Telestream Episode.

    You can download the report in PDF format without logging in — this is a free report.

    We have also created some screencasts showing you how Squeeze 6 performs compared to these others. Read More

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    Mar
    16
    AJA KONA Product Line Goes Cross-Platform
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    		 3/16/2010 12:17 PM
    AJA Video Systems, a leading manufacturer of professional video interface and conversion solutions, announced today that it is now offering its KONA line of capture cards with software for both Mac and Windows-based systems. The company is folding its XENA line of capture cards, designed for the Windows platform, into the KONA product line, giving customers twice the software and flexibility to use KONA cards on all platforms, at no additional cost. Read More
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    Mar
    16
    Grass Valley Extends Powerful Features of EDIUS Editing To Rapidly Expanding AVCHD Market
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    		 3/16/2010 12:08 PM
    Continuing to extend the reach of its EDIUS PC-based nonlinear editing (NLE) software, at NAB 2010 Grass Valley will unveil the latest updated version, which now includes real time, full resolution AVCHD editing already released for the EDIUS Neo 2 Booster package. This new feature is ideally suited to the professional and prosumer videographer who shoots and/or edits AVCHD video and desires native real-time performance when editing material compressed with the AVCHD format. In addition, EDIUS Read More
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    Mar
    15
    Videoguys' March Mania! Take 5% OFF Every Order Now Through 3/22 with Coupon FINAL5
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    		 3/15/2010 12:09 PM
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    Whethere you're editing your video with Adobe CS4 Production Premium, Apple Final Cut Studio 3, or Sony Vegas Pro 9 we have the bundles and add-ons you need to make the most of your system. For the past few weeks we have been sending you our special solutions-based e-mails featuring each of these application and Read More

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    Mar
    15
    Canon 5D Mark II 24p firmwire upgrade video
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    		 3/15/2010 9:51 AM
    It took a lot of commenting and complaining from the many folks who bought a Canon 5D Mark II but unless you live under a rock (or just don’t really care) then you’ve heard that Canon is releasing an updated firmware for the 5D Mark II that will allow for 24p recording Read More
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    Mar
    12
    World’s Greatest Transcoder Avid’s New Mix-and-Match for Media Composer
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    		 3/12/2010 4:27 PM
    For editors, there’s good news and bad news concerning camera manufacturers. The good news is that a stream of innovative, impressive and technologically amazing new cameras are being rolled out that shoot fantastic new formats for independent filmmakers, DPs and directors of all kinds. The bad news is that we have to edit the footage.

    I was just becoming awesome at transcoding when Avid released its “mix-and-match” feature for Media Composer 4.0. With mix-and-match, any kind of footage c Read More

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    Mar
    9
    Sony Sound Forge Pro 10 Audio Editing Software Reviewed
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    		 3/09/2010 2:49 PM
    Audio editing powerhouse - from raw audio to editing to mastering, including sound design, audio restoration, processing and effects, and even Red Book CD creation.

    What family of video editing tools are you most comfortable with? There's Avid, with its extensive legacy in broadcast and film. Or Adobe, with its ever-more-tightly integrated Creative Suite, from imaging to video to the web. And Apple, with its Final Cut Studio expanding from professional editing to digital cinema. Read More

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    Mar
    8
    NEXTO DI Video Storage Pro NVS2500
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    		 3/08/2010 3:00 PM
    The NEXTO DI NVS 2500 is a stand alone backup / archiving system for digital media cards. At it’s heart lies a 500GB 2.5 inch drive which has been wrapped in card readers, a rechargeable battery, a colour display and a whole host of communication ports. It’s all packaged up in a compact rugged case that’s built to withstand the day – day rigours of a video professional. Read More
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    Mar
    8
    Focus Enhancements FS-H200 & FS-H200 Pro
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    		 3/08/2010 2:41 PM
    The workflow of today centers on tapeless acquisition. Yet we must remember that it was Focus Enhancements—through its FireStore Direct To Edit products—that led the way to tapeless acquisition even when everyone was exclusively shooting tape.

    In short, the FSH units are wonderful devices for a format that is being superseded. The FS-H200 and FS-H200 Pro should be part of any HDV shooter's toolkit. For the $300 difference, the Pro adds some nice features, but even the $895 original unit pro Read More

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    Mar
    4
    Videoguys.com Has Expanded Our Catalog with More Products to Service the Needs of Broadcast Post-Production Professionals
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    		 3/04/2010 3:56 PM
    If you're a post-production professional editing with Apple Final Cut Studio, Avid Media Composer or Adobe CS4 Production Premium, Videoguys.com is your source for the professional tools you need to make the most of your production environment. At Videoguys.com, we understand that professional video editors have different needs than the average consumer. Not only do you need the best tools available in the industry, you also need the fastest and most reliable solutions because down-time may not Read More
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    Mar
    4
    EZQuest Thunder RAID eSATA/USB 2.0 Portable System
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    		 3/04/2010 1:15 PM
    Macworld buying advice (4 mice)

    The Thunder RAID eSATA/USB 2.0 Portable System is great for multi-stream video playback. The multiple RAID configurations give it an available degree of fault tolerance and reliability. At around 26 cents per gigabyte, we find the Thunder RAID well worth the few kinks we experienced during our RAID reconfigurations. Read More

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    Mar
    1
    Videoguys Training and ESD Software Savings Spectacular! VASST's The Full HD book FREE with purchases over $200
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    		 3/01/2010 2:43 PM
    Videoguys.com is your source for the best training products you need to make the most of your video editing and production software! You can sort through the training products in our library by going to the BY CATEGORY > Training section from the top of any page and further sort those results for Adobe, Apple, Avid and more! Here are some great deals to help get you started.

    Videoguys.com is your source for the best software to get the most from your video editing system. We now have a com Read More

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