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Match the Sound of Two Clips in Soundtrack Pro

Here is a simple technique to match the sound of two different audio clips using Soundtrack Pro.

FCP X: Dual-channel Mono Audio

A solution for dual-channel mono clips, or single track mono clips displaying audio as a single waveform in Final Cut Pro X.

FCP X: Using Roles to Manage Complex Projects

Roles are new with Final Cut Pro X (FCP X) and can help manage complex projects through keywording your audio and video clips.

FCP X: A Better Way to Create Audio Transitions

This is a better, faster, and more flexible way to create audio transitions in Final Cut Pro X.

Final Cut Pro X Training in Washington DC – Raffle Prizes

Thanks to the generous raffle donations of our media sponsors for Larry Jordan’s Live FCP X Training in Washington DC!

FCP 7: Outputting Split Audio

By default, the audio output of Final Cut Pro is stereo. You can get it to output split tracks, but you’ll need to do the mix in Soundtrack Pro or ProTools. This tutorial explains how.

DVD Playback

There’s been some debate about authoring NTSC DVDs in DVD Studio Pro (with having all of the region codes selected) and their playback in PAL countries.

DVD Studio Pro: Creating A Button Overlay

Here is an explanation of how to create a highlight overlay menu in Photoshop when creating menus for DVD Studio Pro.

FCP 7: Log & Transfer

In the Log & Transfer window of FCP 7, how do I empty the Log & Transfer window?

Finding A Better Workflow

I am looking for a specific workflow instructions. Since I’m dealing with HDV, XDCAM EX, anamorphic SD, recaptured DVD assests and stills, I needed an in depth step by step workflow.

FCP X: Generators

Changing the color of a gradient in Final Cut Pro X requires opening it in Motion and making changes. This article describes how.

FCP X: Background Sound

What happened to Background Sound in Final Cut Pro X?

FCP X: Working With Proxy Media

An overview of working with proxies for your media in Final Cut Pro X.

FCP X: Free Effects

Alex Gollner has posted a new, FREE, effect for Final Cut Pro X — it’s an eight-point mask.

A Different Perspective On The Cloud

Jack Rickard sent me a very thoughtful analysis of why he is a fan of the Cloud that I want to share with you.

Software Review: Genarts Sapphire Edge

GenArts, long recognized as a leader in high-end visual effects, announced a new version of its Sapphire product line at the London SuperMeet in late June.

Software Review: Intelligent Assistance Event Manager X

One of the limitations of FCP X is that all Events and Projects must be open at all times. This product is a stand-alone utility that makes file management much easier in FCP X.

Os X Lion Is Now Shipping — What Editors Need To Know

The latest version of OS X — Lion — is now shipping. While many people are excited, I recommend taking a cautious approach to upgrading any systems that you depend upon for editing.

FCP X: This Cool Workaround Creates Multiple Sequences

One of the limitations of FCP X is that it only allows one sequence per project. Here is a simple workaround you can create that may do the trick.

Pick The Right Video Archive Format

Cheryl Foster sent me an email recently asking about archiving.