Various questions FCP3

Jeff Donald · December 11th, 2002, 11:31 PM

Quicktime 5 and 6 do (you need the Pro Key) and QT 4 I think did. Can't remember for sure on QT 4. Many other programs will do simple audio coversions. QT is the least expensive, $29.95 for the Pro Key. Version Tracker http://www.versiontracker.com/ may have some shareware or freeware programs that convert audio also.

Jeff

Dick Walton · December 31st, 2002, 07:08 AM

I'm trying to apply the DeEsser filter to some voice over with too much "sssss".

There are 3 settings: Frequency, Ratio, and Emphasis. I assume the frequency is set at the approximate range of the human voice. Can someone explain the functions of the other two settings, the approximate values to reduce "ssss", and perhaps a reference to learn more about the FCP audio filters in general.

The FCP manual and "FCP 3 and the art of film making" don't seem to provide any details.

Thanks!

Matt Stahley · December 31st, 2002, 04:12 PM

i do most of my audio fx work with outboard equipment and have never used FCP3 de-esser but i would assume the frequency would be set to where the sibilance takes place ratio would be set for the amount you want the sibilance lessened and emphasis would be used to dial it in???? you may want to add the compression filter as well to even out your sound as to not allow the "ssssss" to overpower the spoken words.

try a pop filter placed in front of the mic while recording the VO next time this may help in reducing the sibilance.

Jeff Donald · January 1st, 2003, 12:39 PM

BIAS http://www.bias-inc.com/downloads/do...tion/peak.htmlhas free documentation and tutorials for Peak DV, the version that comes with FCP 3. If nothing else, download the PDF on removing noise, that may give a few insights.

Jeff

Mark Austin · January 1st, 2003, 09:00 PM

The only way I have sucessfully de-essed is using hardware or software designed for just that. DBX makes a 900 series de-esser that is the best hardware de-esser I have ever heard (other than using a side-chain setup on an SSL console). Waves makes a software plugin de-esser that is absolutely awesome. I have used it on the last three records I have mastered just to clean up the zing in the highs. I'm sure that doesn't answer your question but it's the only way I've been able do it that works (almost) 100%.
my 2 cents
Mark

Scott Burbank · January 17th, 2003, 12:29 AM

Hi all

I'm about to shoot with a green screen next week. talking head. I will be editing with FCP3. I have been using FCP for 3 years now, but have never shot or edited with the green screen before. Does it do a decent job? Any tips and tricks to making it look right? I have already read alot about how to light, but just wondering if their is an tricks in post.

thanks
Scott

Mark Argerake · January 19th, 2003, 11:50 AM

I was thinking about picking one up, but it's not listed in Apples 'official' compatibility list.

If there are issues with it, what other miniDV/SVHS combo deck are you using?

Ken Tanaka · January 19th, 2003, 12:18 PM

Hello Mark,
Here's a current thread on this general topic that you'll want to review.

Mark Argerake · January 19th, 2003, 12:31 PM

<<<-- Originally posted by Ken Tanaka : Hello Mark,
Here's a current thread on this general topic that you'll want to review. -->>>

Ken - I found that thread on a search, but noone has actually said they use the deck with FCP and that compatability is what I'm trying to find out. But that thread is a help with OTHER deck suggestions.

Ken Tanaka · January 19th, 2003, 12:45 PM

Mark,
Dan Berube, fellow "Wrangler" here and president of the Boston Final Cut Pro Users Group, seems to suggest that the deck is compatible with FCP3 in this thread.

Hopefully he'll chime-in here to comment.

Mark Argerake · January 19th, 2003, 12:57 PM

Dan are you out there?

I've been searching over on the 2-pop boards and quite a few folks have issues with artifacting, dropped frames and even gettin the deck recognized (when hooked with firewire). It seems to be the perfect solution for me (function/price) and maybe the deck is just a little sensitive and only works if it's treated a certain way....

Andrew Hogan · January 24th, 2003, 01:09 AM

I think there are some tips and maybe even a tutorial on lafcpug.com about Chroma keying.
BTW I have heard After Effects (if you have that too) gets better results easier then FCP.

Andrew Hogan · January 24th, 2003, 01:35 AM

Oops, exact url http://www.lafcpug.org/

Tony Brave · January 30th, 2003, 07:40 PM

Anybody know the answer to this? I am using FCP

Andrew Hogan · January 30th, 2003, 10:58 PM

I think it depends on what is in your scene that you want to keep and what you want to knock out. With FCP you can use the eye droper tool to select the exact colour you wish to take away. Bluse and green are suggested normal colour to key as they are not in skin tones much. (my understanding only)

December 31st, 2002, 07:08 AM	#92
Dick Walton Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Concord, MA Posts: 53	FCP-Audio Filter-Vocal DeEsser Settings? I'm trying to apply the DeEsser filter to some voice over with too much "sssss". There are 3 settings: Frequency, Ratio, and Emphasis. I assume the frequency is set at the approximate range of the human voice. Can someone explain the functions of the other two settings, the approximate values to reduce "ssss", and perhaps a reference to learn more about the FCP audio filters in general. The FCP manual and "FCP 3 and the art of film making" don't seem to provide any details. Thanks! __________________ D.Walton

January 1st, 2003, 09:00 PM	#95
Mark Austin Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 188	De-ess The only way I have sucessfully de-essed is using hardware or software designed for just that. DBX makes a 900 series de-esser that is the best hardware de-esser I have ever heard (other than using a side-chain setup on an SSL console). Waves makes a software plugin de-esser that is absolutely awesome. I have used it on the last three records I have mastered just to clean up the zing in the highs. I'm sure that doesn't answer your question but it's the only way I've been able do it that works (almost) 100%. my 2 cents Mark __________________ I'm humbled by the greatness that surrounds me.

January 17th, 2003, 12:29 AM	#96
Scott Burbank Regular Crew Join Date: May 2002 Location: Burnaby, B.C. Canada Posts: 50	Green screen with FCP3 Hi all I'm about to shoot with a green screen next week. talking head. I will be editing with FCP3. I have been using FCP for 3 years now, but have never shot or edited with the green screen before. Does it do a decent job? Any tips and tricks to making it look right? I have already read alot about how to light, but just wondering if their is an tricks in post. thanks Scott

January 19th, 2003, 11:50 AM	#97
Mark Argerake Major Player Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 227	Is anyone using a JVC SR-VS30U with FCP3? I was thinking about picking one up, but it's not listed in Apples 'official' compatibility list. If there are issues with it, what other miniDV/SVHS combo deck are you using?

January 19th, 2003, 12:18 PM	#98
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Hello Mark, Here's a current thread on this general topic that you'll want to review. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

December 11th, 2002, 11:31 PM	#91
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Quicktime 5 and 6 do (you need the Pro Key) and QT 4 I think did. Can't remember for sure on QT 4. Many other programs will do simple audio coversions. QT is the least expensive, $29.95 for the Pro Key. Version Tracker http://www.versiontracker.com/ may have some shareware or freeware programs that convert audio also. Jeff

December 31st, 2002, 04:12 PM	#93
Matt Stahley Major Player Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Waynesboro, PA Posts: 648	i do most of my audio fx work with outboard equipment and have never used FCP3 de-esser but i would assume the frequency would be set to where the sibilance takes place ratio would be set for the amount you want the sibilance lessened and emphasis would be used to dial it in???? you may want to add the compression filter as well to even out your sound as to not allow the "ssssss" to overpower the spoken words. try a pop filter placed in front of the mic while recording the VO next time this may help in reducing the sibilance.

January 1st, 2003, 12:39 PM	#94
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	BIAS http://www.bias-inc.com/downloads/do...tion/peak.htmlhas free documentation and tutorials for Peak DV, the version that comes with FCP 3. If nothing else, download the PDF on removing noise, that may give a few insights. Jeff

January 19th, 2003, 12:31 PM	#99
Mark Argerake Major Player Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 227	<<<-- Originally posted by Ken Tanaka : Hello Mark, Here's a current thread on this general topic that you'll want to review. -->>> Ken - I found that thread on a search, but noone has actually said they use the deck with FCP and that compatability is what I'm trying to find out. But that thread is a help with OTHER deck suggestions.

January 19th, 2003, 12:45 PM	#100
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Mark, Dan Berube, fellow "Wrangler" here and president of the Boston Final Cut Pro Users Group, seems to suggest that the deck is compatible with FCP3 in this thread. Hopefully he'll chime-in here to comment. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

January 19th, 2003, 12:57 PM	#101
Mark Argerake Major Player Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 227	Dan are you out there? I've been searching over on the 2-pop boards and quite a few folks have issues with artifacting, dropped frames and even gettin the deck recognized (when hooked with firewire). It seems to be the perfect solution for me (function/price) and maybe the deck is just a little sensitive and only works if it's treated a certain way....

January 24th, 2003, 01:09 AM	#102
Andrew Hogan Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Canberra AUSTRALIA Posts: 169	I think there are some tips and maybe even a tutorial on lafcpug.com about Chroma keying. BTW I have heard After Effects (if you have that too) gets better results easier then FCP.

January 24th, 2003, 01:35 AM	#103
Andrew Hogan Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Canberra AUSTRALIA Posts: 169	Oops, exact url http://www.lafcpug.org/

January 30th, 2003, 07:40 PM	#104
Tony Brave New Boot Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Kyle, SD USA Posts: 17	which is better blue/green? Anybody know the answer to this? I am using FCP

January 30th, 2003, 10:58 PM	#105
Andrew Hogan Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Canberra AUSTRALIA Posts: 169	I think it depends on what is in your scene that you want to keep and what you want to knock out. With FCP you can use the eye droper tool to select the exact colour you wish to take away. Bluse and green are suggested normal colour to key as they are not in skin tones much. (my understanding only)