#LOGIC PRO X TUTORIAL VIDEOS MOVIE#

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#LOGIC PRO X TUTORIAL VIDEOS MOVIE#

A 'proxy' movie is a highly compressed, low-resolution version of the original file, created to take some strain off the CPU. However, if the movie is large in dimensions and high in definition, using it in it's uncompressed format will drain computer resources. If not, they should be able to convert it pretty easily. The good news is that Apple's Quicktime format is widely used, and any file that Quicktime plays, will play in Logic too so chances are the video crew have already provided you with a compatible file. Have you been supplied a 'proxy' movie?.You will have to compensate for any Firewire latency by visiting the Logic Preferences Video pane and gradually adjusting the 'External Video to Song' slider, until the video display synchronises to Logic, as shown on the right. To do this, go to File / Song Settings and choose Firewire from the Video pane's Video Output drop-down menu. Instead of monitoring video using the on-screen Movie window, you can output it to an external monitor via Firewire (as shown above), provided you are connected to an external Firewire video device. It's important to find out as much as you can about the clip you'll be working to, including the following: At this stage, communication with the video editor or director of the project is crucial. These can generally be divided into two categories: file compatibility and synchronisation. Prepare, Sync, Score!ĭespite the fact that working with a local video file is a much simpler affair than keeping your sequencer in check with some old video deck, there are still some important considerations to keep in mind before embarking on a trouble-free creative experience.

But before we delve any deeper into the exciting functionality that Logic provides, let's look at the necessary preparation for dealing with picture. Add to these the Arrange window Drag Modes, flexible Movie window display options and powerful editing features, and most scoring tasks can be handled with ease. And with the Marker and Beat-mapping tracks combined alongside it, simultaneous composition and spotting can be effectively carried out within the very same project.

It's fair to say that most composers and sound designers nowadays deal with video clips rather than external media, so the addition of a Video track to Logic's Global Track Components creates a direct bridge to accurate audio production for most current video practices. And this is definitely the case when working with picture. Since their introduction in Logic 7, Global Track Components have provided alternative yet much more efficient ways of dealing with pre-existing functionality, be it tempo-related or otherwise.

We explore how these features can enhance workflow and offer some tips for making the most of your audio-visual experience. Working to moving images in Logic is now easier than ever, given its improved editing tools and Global Track functionality.

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