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File compatibility for Final Cut Pro 7 project files with Adobe Premiere Pro CS4
The video editing labs in my university have Final Cut Pro 7 installed on them, and most projects that we work on are done in FCP. I don't have a Macbook so I personally use Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 ...
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The ProRes of Premiere Pro?
I'm going to be editing more and more DSLR videos, most notably music videos for my band as we start releasing singles and want to know if there is an intermediate format for both cutting and ...
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What factors are important for DSLR lenses for shooting video?
I'm about to upgrade my DSLR camera from a Canon XSi (450D) to either a Canon 7D or T3i (600D). I'm largely interested in the video features of the camera. I have several mid/high-end lenses that I ...
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Create a DIY Green Screen / Chroma Key
What are some good resources for people attempting to setup their own green/blue screen, light, record and pull a quality key from it? Particularly on a low budget, or with materials that aren't ...
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How do you load a Bolex H-16?
How do you load a Bolex H-16?
A complete answer will include a link to the camera manual, page number for reference in the ASC manual, and a video demonstrating effective loading technique.
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Is there a method (or tool) to convert video from a SWF container to another more portable format (e.g., H.264)
I have a client who has misplaced the original source video, only has an SWF, and would like to use it in a non-flash environment.
Is there any way to do this?
So far, I've tried ffmpeg but it's ...
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Is it possible to charge a panasonic HDC SD900 while filming?
On this camera, the battery can only be charged inside the camera. So I cannot charge one battery while using an other.
My only alternative is to charge while I film. Can I do that?
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How do I get a totally white background without the subject being too bright?
I would like to do a product demonstration similar to the White Room's demonstrations done by Apple, such as iPad 2 Product Demonstration
What type of lighting is used to keep the whites extremely ...
Andrew Finnell
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How do I filter a voice recording to sound like a NES game sample?
The style that I am shooting for can be heard on this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZlPiehYpVM
at 2:18 ("Blades of Steel")
I have tried playing with equalization, hi-pass/low-pass, and ...
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Sony TV RCA output into Yamaha HS80M input via RCA male to XLR male: Is it safe?
Title says it all really. Just want to check up before I do this.
I have a spare set of Yamaha HS80M monitors lying around. Rather than just having them sitting on the shelf, I'd like to connect them ...
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Best rendering options for Sony Vegas 8 Pro?
I have a 20 minute video that needs to finish rendering at a maximum of 7 hours. The video format needs to compatible with Windows without Quicktime.
What the the best options to render the video?
cogeary01
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Question about using the DeShaker plug-in for VirtualDub
I've been using my Canon 7D primarily for photography and am starting to get into the video realm with it.
I tried using the Deshaker plug-in for VirtualDub on some of my shaky/not usable footage. ...
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How to handle extreme dynamic range in a vocalist?
Just finished a tracking session with a singer who has a huge dynamic range. This musician is otherwise very professional, and is a joy to have in the studio, and I'm not in any way criticizing her. ...
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Methods of Amplifying Poor Audio from Camcorder Recording?
I have a recording from a camcorder (with a broken mic) where the audio is 1) largely white noise and 2) almost in-audible sound from people chatting in a room.
What methods could be used to amplify ...
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Convert a 60 fps video to a 24 (film) video - is it possible?
This may not be as simple a problem as it may seem at first, so read carefully.
When I set my (Canon 60D, but this doesn't really matter at all) camera to record at 24 fps (I think it's actually 23....
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Does rackmount hardware attach only on the faceplate?
I've just purchased a few simple hardware rackmount devices, and a rack case. I've never set anything like this up before. I've been told that the devices' faceplates are screwed to the rack, and no ...
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Best Digital recorder for use as a ‘body pack’ + good field recorder?
I'm looking at getting something to use as a 'body pack' as opposed to using a wireless setup when using a lavalier microphone.
I've looked into Tascam DR-08 vs. Zoom H1 or other.
I found a ...
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Does a real "megapixel lens" exist?
Many of new model of lenses are defined as megapixel (i.e 1MP, 2MP, 5MP...).
My problem is that I did not find any difference between a standard lens and a "megapixel" one, in the focus quality.
I ...
Raphael
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Negative SMPTE timecode drop-frame handling?
How are negative timecodes handled with drop-frame:
Is the frame before -00:00:59:29 labelled -00:00:01:02 (symmetric), or
Is the frame after -00:01:00:01 labelled -00:00:59:28 (regular)?
Thanks.
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Effects LEDs are uncomfortably bright - can they be dimmed? (Boss ME-70)
I use a Boss ME-70 multieffects unit and its red LEDs are uncomfortably bright. When I bend down to adjust a setting, it's like having a red laser shining in my eyes -- I can't even read the controls. ...
DanB
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What is the name of that color test in video production with the beep?
What is the name of those colour test screens at the beginning of videos? I've used it before in Final Cut Pro but I forget what it's called.
Thanks.
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How can I make "videosongs"?
Not purely audio, but definitely related!
Jack Conte and Nataly Dawn have "pioneered" the 'videosong' format.
Rule 1 — What you see is what you hear. (No lip-syncing for instruments or voice)
Rule 2 ...
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Is the Canon 550d ideal for documentary video production?
I'm confused as to go with the costlier body cheaper lens vice-versa,
I have a budget at around $1000, and i am looking at the canon 550d with the 50mm f 1.8.
I would like to get advice on the lens ...
user4031
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Templates for video production?
I am planning to release short and basic videos on youtube. I would like to have a more polished look and feel so I am wondering if there are templates that you can use with, say, adobe premiere, that ...
user529
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Recommendations for good "bad monitors"? [closed]
To make sure the songs still sound OK on crap systems like small radios and computer speakers I've been listening to recordings through my computers speakers, a surprisingly good value €50 Creative ...
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Hacking up a podcast functionality with the Behringer XENYX 1202FX.
There are two pieces of functionality which I need from the Behringer XENYX 1202 FX.
Our podcast requires the use of Skype which means:
Skype-out must go to an input on the mixer
Skype-in should ...
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How do I make something sound "cloudy" as though my ears are plugged using Ableton Live? [closed]
I'm working on a song that I'd like to have drums similar to Radiohead's "Pulk/Pull Revolving Doors." I love the way the bass kick sounds like it's cloudy, as though I were hearing it through plugged ...
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Amateur orchestra recording/post-processing
I play in an amateur university orchestra, and I just recorded our last concert this weekend. This was a very simple setup: just a Sony PCM-D50 recorder, set to record at 96/24 through its internal ...
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WMV vs MP4 Streaming & Download
I work for a company that outputs videos in many formats.
We currently stream movies in FLV format, offer downloads in a WMV and MP4 format.
However in the interest of saving server space and ...
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Cool Edit Pro alternative for Mac?
I just can't find a program similar to Cool Edit Pro for the Mac. Any idea?
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Is there an easy method for detecting or marking the actual sample frequency?
Some time ago, I did a project where the solo guitarist was sitting in a different location. I uploaded rough down mixes to guitarist, who would load the files into his DAW software, record his guitar ...
user13
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Are there any mathematical advantages for higher sampling rates?
Given that most people can't hear so many frequencies above 20kHz anyways, I've never understood the exact arguments for using sampling rates above 48kHz. At 48kHz, I understand that it is easier to ...
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Why doesn't an FFT pitch filter fully 'mute' the selected pitch range?
While editing a song, I tried to cut out the bass drum by applying a high-pass FFT filter, i.e. filtering out the low pitch of the bass drum. This resulted in the drum sound being severely quieted, ...
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What's the difference between an Engineer and a Producer?
People seem to be making a point of the distinction of the role of Engineer and Producer. What's the difference?
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How can internal software clip the 'From Software' channel on my Apogee Duet?
I noticed this the other day: the Maestro mixer on my Mac was showing the 'From Software' channel clipping. It happened to be that Radium was playing internet radio and the volume slider on the Radium ...
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What is the difference between an amateur and a professional camcorder?
It is known that professional photographers use SLRs & regular users use point & shoot camera. What kind of cameras do professional videographers use & whats the difference?
Chirag N.R.