There is a, while stocks last, introductory offer on the Lightworks Pro Outright license Pro bundle that includes the Lightworks branded Shuttle Pro

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=224&Itemid=263

Demonstrating Lightworks with the Contour Shuttle Pro 2 Controller - YouTube

There is a two years for the price of one offer for Lightworks Pro, with bundle of either Boris FX or Graffiti.

Lightworks Pro: two years for the price of one and a choice of Boris FX or Graffiti by Jose Antunes - ProVideo Coalition (http://www.provideocoalition.com/lightworks-pro-two-years-price-one-choice-boris-fx-graffiti/)

The Lightworks V14 beta should be available in the near future.

There has been an update to the Mac OS version 12,6 allowing it to support 10.12 Sierra.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=125254&Itemid=81#125254

I gather that the Lightworks V14.0 Public Beta is beginning on Tuesday 29th November 2016. There will be no V13.

https://twitter.com/ESLightworks?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

The Lightworks V14 beta has been released.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=128504&Itemid=81#128504

This allows the traditional flexibility of Lightworks, but also has a fixed interface option for newcomers and those who don't require or wish to use the full depth of screen arrangements that Lightwork allows.

"Version 14 of Lightworks introduces some incredible new features to the application. Primarily the new fixed layout interface and project browser. This new interface will suit those who prefer a more organised workspace and will help to ease the learning curve for newcomers. It can be enabled via the settings menu on the project-browser screen by changing the 'project layout' option."

Also other new features found in the link.

Note that Lightworks developers in the past have run a series of staged release of new features, so that they can work through any issues before adding more features to the new version.

There is a quick guide video available showing the new fixed layout option,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zucj0WaNLko&feature=youtu.be

An article on the V14 beta, which gives more details;:

RedShark News - Big Lightworks news: Version 14 public beta is released with a new User Interface (http://www.redsharknews.com/post/item/3990-big-lightworks-news-version-14-public-beta-is-released-with-a-new-user-interface)

I suspect that you'd want to edit a feature film or long form production on the traditional or what is now termed flexible layout, rather than the new fixed layout. This gives the editor a choice depending what they're dong and many people putting together their YouTube video won't need the full depth that the flexible layout offers. There has been changes to the old timeline to bring in elements of the new UI timeline, but many things are optional, so you can set these to your own taste..

There has been new code written for V14, so users are going though it, checking for bugs, requests for changes etc in the beta, with many of these are being addressed within hours

The latest :Lightworks V14 beta build is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=129449&Itemid=81

This build has a number of fixes for bugs and issues in the first released beta, while others are under investigation.

From past experience, these beta new builds tend to come out roughly once a week.

This article suggests a possible mid January date for the final release build.

http://www.provideocoalition.com/lightworks-14-new-features-interface/

The third V14 beta build is now available for testing.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=130602&Itemid=81

There are more fixes and changes based on beta tester feedback.

So far, the reaction to the new fixed UI has been positive, the user selecting either this or the traditional flexible UI from the project browser page.

The 4th v14 beta is now available (now updated - see below)

This latest beta version includes a simpler way for users to backup their project and introduces improvements to licensing, such as allowing first time users to start the application and get straight into it without first having to register and verify an account. A Free license will automatically be added to the users system and will count down the seven days until they are required to register an account with Editshare.

It also includes fixes and other changes following tester feedback.

EDIT There's a new V14 beta. which should be used instead, this, resolves the issue with clip thumbnails in the previous Beta (91222)

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=132371&Itemid=81

The latest V14 beta is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=133915&Itemid=81

This latest build has many improvements including the addition of a new RGB scope. Lightworks have been trying to transition to the latest MainConcept SDKs but new issues have prevented this from happening (hence the delay in issuing this latest Beta) The latest SDK continues to be tested but is not included in this build.

There are more fixes and changes based on the testers' feedback.

Another V14 beta update is available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=134967&Itemid=81#134967

Due to issues still present with the latest MainConcept SDK this will no longer be included in the initial version 14.0 release, which has been scheduled for February

There are more fixes based on the feedback.

Another build of the V14 beta.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=135321&Itemid=81

This new build rectifies regression issues that creep into the previous build, Lightworks are hoping that V14 can be released next week.

There is a range of fixes and a number of minor additions.

What is hoped to be the final V14 beta build before release is now available:

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=136112&Itemid=81#136112

This has more fixes based on the feedback and some minor additions.

Seeming to be building up to a release with this latest V14 beta. The release dates drifting has happened with previous versions, so not surprising.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=136881&Itemid=81

According to Lightworks:

"This latest build resolves the startup failure on Mac OS X 10.9, restores RED R3D support back to the Linux version and the Quicktime Movie export in the Windows 32bit build. Thank you to all those of you still testing these latest builds and reporting feedback, we believe version 14.0 is looking good, there will of course be some minor issues reported that will remain come the release date, these will be addressed in subsequent maintenance releases."

The V14 beta now has the first release candidate moving closer to the official release.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=137738&Itemid=81

This has more fixes and has added YouTube/Vimeo export at 48fps

The second release candidate V14 is now available:

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=138595&Itemid=81#138595

There are more fixes based on the feedback.

The third V14 release candidate is available:

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=139391&Itemid=81#139391

Lightworks say that "This latest Release Candidate includes fixes for some serious issues that were identified and we are confident of releasing 14.0 imminently. We understand there are still some minor issues (some of which are already resolved for the scheduled 14.1 build)"

It's worth noting that there has been detailed beta testing by users over recent months.

What is said to be the last Release Candidate of version 14.0.0 Revision 93046 on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=140869&Itemid=81

This latest Release Candidate fixes the last of the show stopping issues reported. Lightworks understands that there are still some minor issues (some of which are already resolved for the scheduled 14.1 build).

Lightworks Version 14 is now released. The unique feature is the choice of two types of interface: the new fixed one and the flexible layout which is the classical one with a few changes. It runs on PC, Mac and Linux.

The fixed layout, which based on the one used in Flow Story, has tabs, which creates workspaces for different stages of the edit - log, edit vfx and audio. Newcomers should find this an easier introduction to editing and is suitable for those editing short form, fast turnaround productions,

Lightworks v14 - Quick Start Guide - YouTube

The flexible layout is aimed at the long form productions and has a history in feature film post production. Users should keep an eye out for changes especially around the timeline (now called sequence, rather than edit). Note this video is for V12.6, the differences in V14 are cosmetic, together with some menu changes.

Lightworks - Editing [1/5] - Drag & Drop Techniques Overview - YouTube

You can edit using various methods, including drag and drop, keyboard, onscreen icon controls and controllers

New Lightworks features include.

New user interface changes

Added new project browser layout with project search
Choose between Fixed and Flexible (Historic Lightworks) layouts on the project browser

Added access to Pond5 media repository from within the application

Browse the entire Pond5 database by entering search criteria
Play the clip direct from the import panel
Play the clip back in fullscreen mode
Import the clip into the project and use it as local media (Lo-Res watermarked proxy)

Added access to Audio Network audio repository from within the application

Browse the entire Audio Network database by entering search criteria
Play the clip direct from the import panel
Play the clip back directly over your sequence
Sign in or register an account, to add clips to the cart for purchase

Added new Cues panel and renamed to Cue Markers

Added the ability to change the colours of Cue Markers
Added the ability to search for Cue Markers
Added quick pop up of Cue Marker information

Added new import panel functionality

Clips can now be played on the import panel the same as a tile in a bin
Clips can now be marked/parked on the import panel the same as a tile in a bin
Clips can now be inserted/replaced directly from the import panel to the edit timeline
Fullscreen display can now be activated on any selected tile on the import panel
You can now use CTRL and mouse wheel to change the size of the tiles on the import panel

Improved the Voice Over tool functionality and made it available with the Free license

Allowed Voice over recordings at all frame rates and formats
Added Voice over functionality to Mac OS X
Removed the functionality from the record tool and added to a right click menu (Flexible mode)
Improved VU audio meters on the Voice Over tool

Also Lo-Res Proxy workflows for 4K and other features

It's available as a Free Version, a Pro one month License an annual license bundled with Boris FX or Graffiti or an outright license bundled with Boris FX and Graffiti.

More details here: https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=98&Itemid=209

Thanks for the updates, Brian.

The press release for LW v14 is now published here:

EditShare Unveils New Look Lightworks Video Editor at DV Info Net (http://www.dvinfo.net/news/editshare-unveils-new-look-lightworks-video-editor.html)

The new build Lightworks V14.1 beta is now available for download and testing.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=159722&Itemid=81

Apart from fixes, the new features include:

Added export option to Reaper (Lightworks Pro only)
Added Histogram Graph to the Video Tools panel
Added ability to adjust RED R3D RAW metadata parameters (.rmd)
Added individual clip R3D decode settings panel next to the Metadata panel in Log view
Added project wide R3D Decode settings to the Video tab of the project card
Added 16-bit GPU precision replacing 10-bit
Added support for media structures:
Added support for XDCAM HD folder structure
Added support for AVCHD folder structure
Added support for GFCAM folder structure
Added support for JVC folder structure
Added support for IkegamiFieldPak
Added support for GOPRO/FlipVideo/Canon folder structures
Added support for chunked Canon XF clips
Added support for Fusion 8 on Mac
Added ability to acknowledge project wide LUT setting on export
Added ability to set a Ranged Cue Marker (Start and End point)
Added new trimming functionality to prevent a trim being extended beyond the media available at the head or tail
Added ability to "slide" an effect crossfade trim so that the trim can be moved up/down the timeline
Added support for Quicktimes with Alpha Channels on Mac, Linux and Windows 64bit
Added ability to restore deleted clips from Milestones (which restores the entire clip with media link)
Added right click "Render" option for clips in the sequence timeline in both layouts.
Added ability to export a bin of contents to XML and JSON
Enhanced the Media tab of the Project Card
Added ability to set Proxy creation settings
Added ability to set Transcode settings (Now removed from the Import cogs menu)

The second Beta of Lightworks V14.1.0.0 Revision 101421 on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=160923&Itemid=81#160923


Apart from fixes this build now includes:

Support for decode of Cineform codecs and exporting/transcoding to Cineform AVI/MOV (Lightworks Pro Only).

Also, ability to trim on the VFX tab ,warning prior to resetting Key assignment, new keyboard shortcut key "Cue Marker (no prompt)" ability to copy multiple sequences in one go from a bin

A third Beta of Lightworks version 14.1.0.0 is now available to download for testing.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=161747&Itemid=81

There are a number of additions including: improved selection between bins in List and Tiles view
and the ability to create Syncs from ranged cues on sequences. Plus various fixes.

A conversation with Scott Hill, an editor who cuts feature films on Lightworks. It discusses the features of Lightworks and is useful for both beginners and experienced users. .

https://www.provideocoalition.com/an-in-depth-chat-with-editor-scott-hill-about-lightworks/

The 4th beta of Lightworks V14.1 is now available:

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=162240&Itemid=81#162240

New additions include: XML export option to FCPX (Lightworks Pro Only) (still a work in progress), export quality setting to the JPEG image sequence option (Lightworks Pro Only), added amount of space required for an Archive to the project backup panel, BITC preferences to the "Preferences" folder moved from the project ED5 and the ability to duplicate sequences and place them in a target bin (in one step) including a "new bin" .

Also included are various fixes.

The 5th beta Lightworks V14.1 is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=163184&Itemid=81#163184

This has improvements to the ELS messaging system and added Cineform 4K formats to the export panel together with new keyboard shortcut commands. Also, 16 bit and 32 bit Float GPU precision for Windows and 16 bit Float GPU precision for Linux and Mac.

Plus various fixes.

The sixth Beta of version 14.1.0.0 Revision 102397 on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=164019&Itemid=81

This build fixes several regressions that have crept in between versions. Lightworks is hoping to go to Release Candidate for the next build, with an aim of setting a release date shortly afterwards.

It adds the ability to set H.264 proxy bit rate according to quality level setting. to right-click a clip and choose 'Make -> Sequence' (I seem to recall this being a feature on earlier Lightworks versions), quality settings for CineForm AVI/MOV export option, to make syncs from sequence segments and other additions.including some support for Lightworks to run under Weyland on Linux.

Plus various fixes.

The first Release Candidate of version 14.1.0.0 is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=164829&Itemid=81

This has added the ability to set the size of the thumbnails on the FX panel, to create proxies for files shorter than a second using I-Frame codecs (Cineform, AVC-Intra) and quality setting options for CineForm on the Render panel (work in progress).

Plus a number of fixes.

There is a Holiday offer until 31 December - buy a year Lightworks Pro license and get 24 months for the price of 12 months.

The 2nd Release Candidate of version 14.1.0.0 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=165575&Itemid=81

This has added control of the settings to the Cineform AVI/MOV render panel. plus a number of fixes.

The third Release Candidate of version 14.1.0.0 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=166124&Itemid=81

A new feature has been added to allow customisation of timeline mouse behavior, also 8bit and 10bit options to DPX Image Sequence export, plus support for Fusion 9 on Mac OSX and Linux.

Also, more fixes

The fourth Release Candidate of version 14.1.0.0 is now available,

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=167014&Itemid=81

This build fixes some issues relating to media offline with copied local media in various scenarios, along with some other changes.

The 5th Release Candidate of V 14.1.0.0 on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=167747&Itemid=81.


This build adds a new feature of enhancing the relink media function to allow repair of broken media links and Clip Gain and Audio Level information to Reaper exports

Other regressions have also been addressed which were broken in previous builds.

The sixth Release Candidate of V 14.1.0.0 is available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=168392&Itemid=81

This build addresses several regressions present from the previous build.

The seventh Release Candidate of version 14.1.0.0 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=169094&Itemid=81#169094

This build has a number of fixes and is hoped to be one of the last builds prior to release. Lightworks do have one remaining issue that they want to resolve prior to release, which is crackling during playback on audio files on Linux.

The 8th Release Candidate of version 14.1 on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=169927&Itemid=81

This build adds Apple ProRes XQ to the decode formats, plus a number of fixes.

The 9th Release Candidate of version 14.1 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=170469&Itemid=81

This latest build resolves an issue surrounding upload to YouTube on all platforms and introduces an H.264/MP4 export option (no upload) for Free users, which should help clarify the export options when Free users come to export. This covers something that some free users found confusing, in that you could select deselect the YouTube/Vimeo upload so that you only exported the video to a hard drive. A small number of fixes is also included.

It has been decided to rename this new version of Lightworks V14,5, RC1 instead of V14.1 because of the number of new features added during development in beta testing.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=171353&Itemid=81#171353

In this build there are several improvements with clicking on playback of audio files, as well as addressing a few regressions that have crept in.

The second Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=172000&Itemid=81

This build introduces the ability to handle variable bitrate media correctly, added support for AC-3 audio in mp4/mov/m4v/m4a wrappers, support of variable frame rate files (.mov .mp4, .m4v) and new setting to the import panel for detecting variable frame rate media.

Also, it resolves several regressions introduced between builds.

The third Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 is available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=174987&Itemid=81#174987

This build is arriving slightly later than planned but fixes several reported regressions. Lightworks hopes to be able to announce the release of 14.5 pending feedback on this latest build.

An article by a Lightworks user: https://www.redsharknews.com/post/item/5424-lightworks-is-so-efficient-you-can-edit-8k-on-a-laptop

The 4th Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 Revision on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=176381&Itemid=81

This next build fixes some important issues encountered. Lightworks is still working on an audio issue that they are looking to resolve prior to release.

The 5th Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 is available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=177197&Itemid=81#177197

This latest build should bring a close to the current 14.5 Beta Cycle as the audio clicking/echoing issue on Mac and Linux is now resolved. A release date will be set shortly after receiving confirmation that this audio issue is resolved.

The 6th Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 Revision 106761 on Windows, Linux and Mac OS X is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=178343&Itemid=81#178343

Lightworks have been resolving a few new issues that have cropped up from customer feedback and this has allowed them to introduce the voice over functionality to Linux users (Free and Pro) in this latest build/ Apart from fixes, a "Quality" setting to the Transcode panel for Cineform compression has been added, plusimprovements for transcoded chunked XDCAM media

The 7th Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 is now available to download..

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=179548&Itemid=81#179548

This new one resolves issues that arose in RC6 along with fixing an audio glitch on playback when EQ is applied. This latest build also introduces more Linux distro support along with Mackie MIDI support.

The 8th Release Candidate of version 14.5.0.0 is available

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=180827&Itemid=81#180827

This latest build addresses several regressions encountered in the last build. Lightworks anticipate this being one of the last builds now prior to release. Plus support for AAC 32 float audio.

Release Candidate 9 of version 14.5.0.0 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=181117&Itemid=81#181117

This latest build introduces varispeed in FCP7 XML exports along with several fixes for issues reported by users

The 10th R.C. of V14.5 is now available to download.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=181465&Itemid=81

This build includes some improvements to XML export and fixes up a couple of crashes caused by recent fixes. Lightworks now believes V14.5 is ready for full release over the next couple of weeks

What is hoped to be the last release candidate of the V14.5 beta is now available:

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=182747&Itemid=81

This build adds Cineform (AVI/MOV) compression option for UHD renders and also reverse varispeed information to XML exports: with some fixes.

The last Release Candidate of version 14.5 is available for download

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=184036&Itemid=81

This last build finally resolves the issue with trimming and fixes some minor issues reported recently. Lightworks anticipates the 14.5 release to be happening at the end of this month.

I guess one new feature came along from IBC, so a V14.5 RC13 is available.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=185247&Itemid=81

This latest build adds preliminary support for the new Blackmagic RAW files, plus a couple of fixes. Lightworks are scheduling to release 14.5 within the next week or two.

After a long beta Lightworks V14.5 is now released.

https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_kunena&func=view&catid=19&id=186289&Itemid=81

Apart from many bug fixes, headline features are:

Support of variable frame rate files (.mov .mp4, .m4v) - this appears to be pretty robust, unless the supposed target frame rate recorded is a non standard one e.g 20.333 fps. A wide range of phones and games capture videos are working with this, without needing conversion before import.

New GPU precision options

Histogram Graph to the Video Tools panel

Export option to Reaper (Lightworks Pro only)

Support for handling .MOD and .TOD files

Ability to adjust RED R3D RAW metadata parameters (.rmd)

Added support for media structures:

Support for Fusion 9 on Mac

Support for decode/encode of Cineform codecs

Voice Over and Mackie MIDI support for Linux users

Ability to acknowledge project wide LUT setting on export

Ability to set a Ranged Cue Marker (Start and End point)


Further details can be found here: https://www.lwks.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=270&Itemid=270

With the launch pf V14,5 there is a Promo for a free Lightworks ShuttlePRO V2 with every Outright license purchase