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Rob Wood · September 1st, 2011, 05:21 PM

FCS is back...
Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale - Mac Rumors

"...only available through 800-MY-APPLE telesales... not in Apple Retail Stores or the Apple Online Store."

Nevin Styre · September 1st, 2011, 06:29 PM

"Apple has put the previous version of its Final Cut Studio video editing suite back on sale after a mixed reception to the new and completely redesigned Final Cut X. We received word that Apple had issued a memo this afternoon announcing re-availability of the product.

We confirmed with an Apple telesales representative at 800-MY-APPLE that Final Cut Studio, part number MB642Z/A, is again available for $999 (and $899 for educational customers). The product is only available through the 800-number and is not available in Apple Retail Stores or on the Apple Online Store.

Final Cut Studio is a comprehensive video editing package that includes Final Cut Pro 7, Motion 4, Soundtrack Pro 3, DVD Studio Pro 4, Color 1.5 and Compressor 3.5. Apple had discontinued the product at the launch of Final Cut Pro X, their next generation video editing suite. Critics of the new product had complained that the abrupt discontinuation of the previous version of the software had made the transition more difficult. Apple had promised regular updates to Final Cut Pro X."

Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale

Calvin Bellows · September 1st, 2011, 08:01 PM

Will FCP 3 work with Lion?

Rob Wood · September 1st, 2011, 08:31 PM

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"FinalCutStudio 3 is UNIVERSAL meaning it has both Intel and PowerPC code, so it will run fine on Lion."

Jim Michael · September 1st, 2011, 08:54 PM

Looks like someone might not get that bonus this year.

Calvin Bellows · September 1st, 2011, 10:03 PM

Thanks Rob

Rick Presas · September 2nd, 2011, 08:49 AM

LOL. Big surprise here.

Since both FCP7 and FCPX are both going to be available, I wonder which will be the better seller?

My money's on 7. Every pro use I've spoken to HATES FCPX, and I'd be willing to be that the non-pro demographic is more than content with the free imovie that already comes on the comp.

Wayne Avanson · September 2nd, 2011, 09:23 AM

A more gentle transition from 7 to X would have been a smart move. But now Apple's put a lot of people's backs up with what seems like sheer arrogance, their decisions in this area will be watched with suspicion by Pros all over the world.

William Hohauser · September 2nd, 2011, 11:05 AM

This might be inventory clearance so don't put too much into it until more info surfaces.

Bart Walczak · September 2nd, 2011, 12:02 PM

Too little, too late?

Not that I'm complaining...

Chris Hurd · September 2nd, 2011, 12:37 PM

Duplicate threads merged per member suggestion. Re-direct left in Industry News.

Jason Lowe · September 2nd, 2011, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by William Hohauser

This might be inventory clearance so don't put too much into it until more info surfaces.

It's software. The actual cost of the physical product (not counting the intellectual property contained within) is negligible. No reason to sell it off just to make a couple of bucks.

It's going to be interesting to see how Apple proceeds here.

Zach Love · September 2nd, 2011, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nevin Styre

"Apple has put the previous version of its Final Cut Studio video editing suite back on sale after a mixed reception to the new and completely redesigned Final Cut X.

They are being very generous in saying "mixed reaction." There was a pretty shared consensus of "WTF Apple?!?" reaction.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick Presas

My money's on 7. Every pro use I've spoken to HATES FCPX, and I'd be willing to be that the non-pro demographic is more than content with the free imovie that already comes on the comp.

Have they sat down & used FCPX, or just looked at it? Everyone that I've heard from that has used FCPX really likes editing in it. Though editing is only about 66% of non-linear editing & FCPX is missing a lot of that last 33%.

Personally I see this as really great news. It says that Apple is listening & not just 'saying' their listening. I have faith that they'll put the "Pro" back into FCPX eventually... even if I have to wait for FCPXI...

In the mean time, if I need to add another FCS license I can do it legally. I really want the 64bit speed in FCP, but for now FCP 7 is working well enough for me & just because FCPX wouldn't work for me isn't a reason for me to stop using FCP 7.

Rick L. Allen · September 3rd, 2011, 07:47 AM

Keep in mind that Apple has made it quite clear that FCS3 is "end of life" and will go the way of iMovie 6 after the release of iMovie HD.

Despite promises by Apple of timely updates to FCP X no updates have arrived. More than anything the inability to open legacy projects, poor external video support, lack of tape support and lack of collaborative features will always make FCP X a non starter for me.

Jim Michael · September 3rd, 2011, 09:36 AM

One of the hallmarks of business software has been careful attention to legacy support. The primary reason for this is the expense associated with software changes. On consumer systems a large infrastructure is not at risk but this is not the case in companies where critical software systems may be in use that are dependent on particular OS configurations. Your software is often only one part of a complex configuration that must be supported by the IT department. This little stunt that Apple pulled is quite shocking from a business software support perspective and does significant harm to their credibility.

September 1st, 2011, 05:21 PM	#1
Rob Wood Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 146	Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale FCS is back... Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale - Mac Rumors "...only available through 800-MY-APPLE telesales... not in Apple Retail Stores or the Apple Online Store."

September 1st, 2011, 06:29 PM	#2
Nevin Styre Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Kelowna Canada Posts: 34	Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale "Apple has put the previous version of its Final Cut Studio video editing suite back on sale after a mixed reception to the new and completely redesigned Final Cut X. We received word that Apple had issued a memo this afternoon announcing re-availability of the product. We confirmed with an Apple telesales representative at 800-MY-APPLE that Final Cut Studio, part number MB642Z/A, is again available for $999 (and $899 for educational customers). The product is only available through the 800-number and is not available in Apple Retail Stores or on the Apple Online Store. Final Cut Studio is a comprehensive video editing package that includes Final Cut Pro 7, Motion 4, Soundtrack Pro 3, DVD Studio Pro 4, Color 1.5 and Compressor 3.5. Apple had discontinued the product at the launch of Final Cut Pro X, their next generation video editing suite. Critics of the new product had complained that the abrupt discontinuation of the previous version of the software had made the transition more difficult. Apple had promised regular updates to Final Cut Pro X." Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale

September 1st, 2011, 08:01 PM	#3
Calvin Bellows Major Player Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Posts: 215	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale Will FCP 3 work with Lion? __________________ Calvin Bellows www.exposureproductions.ca

September 1st, 2011, 08:31 PM	#4
Rob Wood Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 146	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale MacRumors Forums - View Single Post - Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale "FinalCutStudio 3 is UNIVERSAL meaning it has both Intel and PowerPC code, so it will run fine on Lion."

September 1st, 2011, 08:54 PM	#5
Jim Michael Major Player Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 895	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale Looks like someone might not get that bonus this year.

September 1st, 2011, 10:03 PM	#6
Calvin Bellows Major Player Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Posts: 215	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale Thanks Rob __________________ Calvin Bellows www.exposureproductions.ca

September 2nd, 2011, 08:49 AM	#7
Rick Presas Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Brownsville Texas Posts: 74	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale LOL. Big surprise here. Since both FCP7 and FCPX are both going to be available, I wonder which will be the better seller? My money's on 7. Every pro use I've spoken to HATES FCPX, and I'd be willing to be that the non-pro demographic is more than content with the free imovie that already comes on the comp.

September 2nd, 2011, 09:23 AM	#8
Wayne Avanson Major Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lancashire UK Posts: 496	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale A more gentle transition from 7 to X would have been a smart move. But now Apple's put a lot of people's backs up with what seems like sheer arrogance, their decisions in this area will be watched with suspicion by Pros all over the world. __________________ Avey theactionhouse.com

September 2nd, 2011, 11:05 AM	#9
William Hohauser Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 2,650	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale This might be inventory clearance so don't put too much into it until more info surfaces. __________________ William Hohauser - New York City Producer/Edit/Camera/Animation

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Bart Walczak Major Player Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Warsaw/Poland Posts: 716	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale Too little, too late? Not that I'm complaining... __________________ Creative Impatience - The Solace of Simple Solutions. A few useful plugins for Adobe users, and my remarks on the tools and the craft in general.

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September 3rd, 2011, 07:47 AM	#14
Rick L. Allen Major Player Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fayetteville, NC Posts: 535	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale Keep in mind that Apple has made it quite clear that FCS3 is "end of life" and will go the way of iMovie 6 after the release of iMovie HD. Despite promises by Apple of timely updates to FCP X no updates have arrived. More than anything the inability to open legacy projects, poor external video support, lack of tape support and lack of collaborative features will always make FCP X a non starter for me. __________________ "The good thing about science is that it's true whether you believe it or not." Neil deGrasse Tyson https://www.nautilusproductions.com/

September 3rd, 2011, 09:36 AM	#15
Jim Michael Major Player Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 895	Re: Apple Puts Legacy Final Cut Studio Back on Sale One of the hallmarks of business software has been careful attention to legacy support. The primary reason for this is the expense associated with software changes. On consumer systems a large infrastructure is not at risk but this is not the case in companies where critical software systems may be in use that are dependent on particular OS configurations. Your software is often only one part of a complex configuration that must be supported by the IT department. This little stunt that Apple pulled is quite shocking from a business software support perspective and does significant harm to their credibility.