NEWS - December 6, 2021
This week I have my first training in DaVinci Resolve. However, my most important tutorial is "What to Do When Your Mac Slows Down." Most technical problems with editing are the result of insufficient bandwidth caused by bottlenecks in the media, operating system, software, or hardware. This article looks at each to provide ideas on how to get your system working better.


My other key tutorial looks at Security, Storage and M1 Macs. Apple introduced new security technology with M1 Macs that affects 3rd-party RAIDs, hard disks and other external gear frequently used by professionals. Here’s what you need to know - and it's important.


In other news:

NewTek announced new versions of Tricaster last week: TriCaster 1 Pro and TriCaster 2 Elite. TriCaster 1 Pro, and TriCaster 2 Elite offer integrated flexibility of software and IP networks - opening a world of opportunities with the tightest, NDI-native integration, only available in TriCasters. Both TriCasters also enable LiveGraphics, LivePanel, and Live Story Creator tools as standard as well as an enhanced Live Call Connect.

Link - TriCaster 1 Pro: https://www.newtek.com/tricaster/1-pro/
Link - TriCaster 2 Elite: https://www.newtek.com/tricaster/2-elite/

Synology unveiled their biggest and most powerful desktop NAS units for businesses and creators. They also released major updates for some of their applications that provide new features and more advanced protection options for both home and professional users.


Creamsource announced the versatile Vortex4 1’x1’ 325W high-powered LED for film production. An extension of their proprietary Vortex lighting platform, the Vortex4 embodies an artist-first approach to UI/UX for maximum creative output. 

My first webinar on DaVinci Resolve went really well - several hundred people attended the session, which tells me there's interest in doing more. Which I will. This first session, though, looked at an easy way to begin learning Resolve: the Cut page. This is an entire editing workflow from import to export that's designed for high-speed editing for projects with short deadlines. If you've been curious about Resolve, this webinar is a great place to start.

Even better, it's now available at 50% off!


Our webinars continue NEXT week with a session on the DaVinci Resolve Color page. My goal is to show how to move projects out of Premiere and Final Cut into Resolve for color grading, then back into Premiere or FCP. Along the way, we'll explore some of the key color grading tools in Resolve. Think of this as an overview of the entire color grading process.


My first Resolve written tutorial is a detailed look at editing using the Cut page. There are tools and features here that don't exist in Premiere or Final Cut. I'm not saying you should replace the software you are using now, but it is always good to know more than one way to accomplish a task.


I also have two excerpts from the Resolve webinar, the first covers adding and modifying transitions and the second looks at multicam editing. The Cut page isn't really a multicam editor, but it is excellent if you shot an interview with two cameras and need to quickly cut between them. You'll find the links below.

Apple changed the rules in how to connect 3rd-party storage. Why? Because they wanted to improve security. But, this also made it harder for us to add RAIDs, SSDs and another storage gear. I reached out to the folks at OWC for clarification on all the new storage security that Apple has added to both Big Sur and Monterey. They provided an excellent overview of the changes and what they mean.


The holidays are upon us. There's still work to be done, of course, but most of us are keeping at least one eye on the calendar. It's a nice feeling thinking about time off - even if you don't have any idea what to do with it once it arrives. (Well, at least, I don't.) I've found it is easier to think about doing nothing than to actually do nothing. Sigh...

I hope you have an easier time finding things to do with your free time. Until next Monday, stay healthy, stay hopeful and edit well.
TUTORIALS & REVIEWS
» What to Do When Your Mac Slows Down (Tutorial)
  » This looks at how media, the OS, software & hardware affect performance.

» About Security, Storage and M1 Macs (Tutorial)
  » Apple tightened security and made adding external storage harder.

» Get Started Editing with the DaVinci Resolve Cut Page (Tutorial)
  » An illustrated tutorial making it easy to start using Resolve.

» Apply Transitions Using the DaVinci Resolve Cut Page (Video)
  » How to add, modify and remove transitions in Resolve.

» Edit Multicam Video Using the DaVinci Resolve Cut Page (Video)
  » How to sync, edit and trim multiple cameras in Resolve.
Explore the Color Page in DaVinci Resolve
This provides an overview of color grading in DaVinci Resolve, starting with exporting projects from both Premiere and Final Cut. Then, I'll show how to bring the final results back.

THIS SESSION RUNS NEXT WEEK!!

Everything you need - all in one place!
Explore the New Cut Page in DaVinci Resolve 17

Blackmagic Design introduced the Cut page, an interface designed for high-speed, fast-turnaround editing.  In this webinar, learn how to import, edit, and trim media; along with adding transitions and effects.

Everything you need - all in one place!
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