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Daniel Monahan · September 21st, 2007, 07:57 PM

What is the best way to rip DVD data into FCP. (Don't worry about copyright, the video I'm using is public domain)

I've tried handbrake, but FCP doesn't like to recognize the file.

Thanks,
Daniel

Daniel Ross · September 21st, 2007, 09:16 PM

Look for a program called Mac the Ripper. I think it's related to handbrake.
Also, you can export multiple formats as far as I know, so find one that will work (ie, try uncompressed if possible).
OR, use quicktime pro to convert to a format that FCP will read, then.
I haven't used those apps much, though, so I'm no expert.

Nate Benson · September 22nd, 2007, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel Monahan

What is the best way to rip DVD data into FCP. (Don't worry about copyright, the video I'm using is public domain)

I've tried handbrake, but FCP doesn't like to recognize the file.

Thanks,
Daniel

with handbreak you need to be able to edit AVI files. theres a codec out there that you can use that lets you edit a plethora of video files including AVI. You can rip to AVI using handbreak.

Nate Schmidt · September 22nd, 2007, 10:53 AM

Mpeg Streamclip does a good job of exporting DVD video into a variety of formats that FCP can work with.

Christopher Drews · September 27th, 2007, 12:31 AM

Blah Everyone has different apps and I've used them all. Ripper / Handbrake is an OK dual but takes forever.

The best for my workflow is called DVDxDV. It's fantastic for exactly what you are trying to do, granted there is no Copy Protection enabled on the disc.

It costs 20 bucks I think - Check here: http://www.dvdxdv.com/

Josh Hayes · September 27th, 2007, 12:49 AM

Depends on the files type you want to have once you've ripped. I also use Mac The Ripper (Constantly) which gives me standard Video TS/Audio TS folders. Mac The Ripper is also free if you want to save the 30 dollars.

Then again sometimes working with .VOB files can be a pain in FCP. But what do you have to lose? Not money. Give it a shot and see if it improves your workflow or not.

Kevin Dooley · September 27th, 2007, 08:28 AM

I actually use both Mac the Ripper and DVDxDV at times. DVDxDV Pro (which I think runs $100 or so) lets you export uncompressed so you're not giving yourself yet another round of compression before you even start to edit.

David Phillips · September 27th, 2007, 09:14 AM

If you're using a deck to capture your tapes from why not just record onto a dv tape and then log a capture into FCP. Easy, no cost.

Kevin Randolph · September 27th, 2007, 03:58 PM

You could also save the tape, if your camera will work as an Analogue to Digital Converter

Kevin Randolph · September 27th, 2007, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nate Benson

with handbreak you need to be able to edit AVI files. theres a codec out there that you can use that lets you edit a plethora of video files including AVI. You can rip to AVI using handbreak.

Can some one direct me to that CODEC?

Eric Darling · September 27th, 2007, 07:41 PM

I'll second the suggestion for MPEG Streamclip. It's free, and it works great. You get total control over output to QuickTime, which is obviously what you need to edit in FCP.

September 21st, 2007, 07:57 PM	#1
Daniel Monahan New Boot Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 24	DVD ripped to FCP What is the best way to rip DVD data into FCP. (Don't worry about copyright, the video I'm using is public domain) I've tried handbrake, but FCP doesn't like to recognize the file. Thanks, Daniel

September 22nd, 2007, 10:53 AM	#4
Nate Schmidt Major Player Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Welland ON Posts: 515	Mpeg Streamclip does a good job of exporting DVD video into a variety of formats that FCP can work with. __________________ "We've done the impossible, and that makes us mighty."

September 27th, 2007, 12:49 AM	#6
Josh Hayes Major Player Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco, Ca Posts: 264	re: Depends on the files type you want to have once you've ripped. I also use Mac The Ripper (Constantly) which gives me standard Video TS/Audio TS folders. Mac The Ripper is also free if you want to save the 30 dollars. Then again sometimes working with .VOB files can be a pain in FCP. But what do you have to lose? Not money. Give it a shot and see if it improves your workflow or not.

September 27th, 2007, 08:28 AM	#7
Kevin Dooley Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 414	I actually use both Mac the Ripper and DVDxDV at times. DVDxDV Pro (which I think runs $100 or so) lets you export uncompressed so you're not giving yourself yet another round of compression before you even start to edit. __________________ Kevin Dooley Media Director, Pantego Bible Church

September 27th, 2007, 09:14 AM	#8
David Phillips Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Norwich Norfolk UK Posts: 112	If you're using a deck to capture your tapes from why not just record onto a dv tape and then log a capture into FCP. Easy, no cost. __________________ David Phillips

September 21st, 2007, 09:16 PM	#2
Daniel Ross Major Player Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Marin & Davis, CA, USA Posts: 418	Look for a program called Mac the Ripper. I think it's related to handbrake. Also, you can export multiple formats as far as I know, so find one that will work (ie, try uncompressed if possible). OR, use quicktime pro to convert to a format that FCP will read, then. I haven't used those apps much, though, so I'm no expert.

September 27th, 2007, 12:31 AM	#5
Christopher Drews Major Player Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 628	Blah Everyone has different apps and I've used them all. Ripper / Handbrake is an OK dual but takes forever. The best for my workflow is called DVDxDV. It's fantastic for exactly what you are trying to do, granted there is no Copy Protection enabled on the disc. It costs 20 bucks I think - Check here: http://www.dvdxdv.com/

September 27th, 2007, 03:58 PM	#9
Kevin Randolph Major Player Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 423	You could also save the tape, if your camera will work as an Analogue to Digital Converter __________________ "... the drama is on your doorstep..." - John Grierson www.grvideo.net

September 27th, 2007, 07:41 PM	#11
Eric Darling Major Player Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 463	I'll second the suggestion for MPEG Streamclip. It's free, and it works great. You get total control over output to QuickTime, which is obviously what you need to edit in FCP.