Resolve is much more powerful and has a learning curve. It is more flexible and the Studio version is very affordable with a one time payment. On the other hand, Avid First is a great learning tool to use before making a decision on upgrading to a full version of the software.
Take a look at Davinci Resolve... it's also free like Christopher mentioned and is gaining a lot of ground due to it's excellent color grading tools There is also Hitfilm Express... another free editor that is popular.
How would something like this compare to Sony Movie Studio? That's what I currently use, and I'm always concerned that I should be using something else.
This is a higher-end package than Sony Media Studio, but with limitations (esp re formats in and out). The best package to use is the one that works for you -- what matters most is the output. But if you are considering a switch, look at the latest version of DaVinci Resolve -- which I'll cover here fairly soon.
Thank you so much, I couldn't figure out why my fps was automatically changing and why the clips were kind of buffering. Huge help as Regular avid tutorial wouldn't help. Thanks again mate.
Although I've never used a video editor (if you've seen any of my YT uploads you already know that lol) But having watched this, it doesn't seam to be as painful as I thought, so I'll give it a try the next time I have anything that might be worth uploading. Don't hold your breath though lol Great work as always Chris.
This is the first video I've seen by your channel also I'm brand new to video editing however this video is great! Only watched to to check out Media Composer First but ended up learning the basics of how to use it :) Cheers
Not to sound like an old fart, but. . . I remember shooting on 3/4" video tape and "digitizing" it - in real time - into the Avid. And we had to let it run overnight to render the effects. This is free. Amazing. I think we spent $30,000k on our Avid Express in 1996.
First, really good explanation! I edit long form on Media composer. Consider that the aim of restricting "video formats" is to use a mighty powerfull and safe database management of medias asset on long form and on multi editors set-up. It is problems prone to edit on manually maintained media. That's why Avid as always been use in media and films. Btw, Avid Free DV was the first free editor app from them. The full version of Media Composer is also WAY WAY more format compatible and powerfull. The full screen can also be full quality and on an other screen as what we call the "client monitor".
Hi Christopher, Thanks so much for the explanation on the Avid Composer media, I haave just downloaded the free version but just saw you video that the system requirement is i 7 but my desktop is only i5, wonder if it works? Thanks
We are editing our videos with davinci resolve and we are happy, we'll never reach the "big public" that we have to run the industry standard software.... But davinci resolve needs pretty good pc and crashes once in a while, still better than many other softwares we tried
i prefer the combination of virtualdub and avisynth but they are geared towards programmers\ engineers like me. I'm very VERY clever by the way. I'm in the final stages of releasing my first game for iphone\android\steam, created a brand new programming language, compiler and game engine.
Right click on "Computer " or "This PC" or "My Computer" of whatever it is called on your desktop, and bring up the properties menu. From there you should be able to seee your RAM (and if you have more than 4GB of RAM, you must have a 64 bit OS).
Hi Christopher, thanks for raising awareness of this Avid initiative. I'll also be very interested to see your presentation of Resolve 14. Reading the comments I'm left wondering why people don't look things up for themselves, and then pass their findings on, instead of expecting you to do it for them, but each to their own, I guess. From whatI've read Avid has a steep learning curve and I suspect it is used in the film industry over Adobe as the valuable interlectual property does not live in the cloud. I think I will take up your suggestion and experiment with Avid First. Nicely named, eh? Cheers. Bob.
It's very interesting and nice of Avid to put out a free version... but it's pretty limited too. :P Seems they've been switching models to match Premiere Pro and Final Cut X... Thanks for sharing Chris! I kinda hate doing transcoding, but oh well. Will give it a try later on. Of the free video editors I've tested so far the one I liked the most was Kdenlive, despite it's bugs. Even made some chroma key stuff, but the timeline got all confused at some point losing links and linking to the wrong sources... it has a good selection of compatible codecs though. The one in Blender is useable but kinda awkward, Resolve also has some file format limitations (particularly mp3 files), and then I think I tried a whole bunch of older stuff that just didn't work out, like Lightworks. Of course, this will vary with needs and experience... I learned editing with Sony Vegas and worked mostly with Premiere Pro/After Effects, dabbled a bit with Final Cut Pro 7. I think the worst problem with Avid is that if you ever decide to go pro, it can get expensive as hell. Yes, it's industry grade software, lots of Hollywood studios go for it, it's the one major NLE in the market which Hollywood studios go for, it's a plus to know how to deal with it for your curriculum and all that... but it's targeted and priced for the professional market, something to keep in mind. I'd love to have editing studio suites with switching boards and all that, but I'm only a hobbist at this point. xD If I was ever to go back to commercial packages... well, it's around 20 bucks a month if you pay for the yearly subscription for Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer is more towards 50 bucks a month. It ends up being highly dependant on where you are working at, so there's that... but since I have no aspirations to work in Hollywood studios, for the rest of the market it's all entirely either Adobe or Final Cut.
Hello Christopher, it's my first time commenting. I have to start with my enjoyment from the channel. You do a stellar job in providing interesting, accurate and relevant content on a regular basis all while making it look effortless. Being in IT for nearly (OMG) 33 years and now retired, as you are all too well aware the section of the market you choose to focus upon moves at a mile a minute, I am always impressed with seldom seeing you doing reports on technology that doesn't make it beyond the initial public interest and ultimately later crash and burn. Anyway, I digress being a musician at heart, along with many of us in the trade, I would love to see your take on a DAW or Digital Audio Workstation. There are many of these with the sidekick plugins that create instruments or effects upon instrument sounds recorded. Of these, there are free and not free versions. If you choose to endeavor, you'll get plenty of suggestions. Might help you get over that 200k subscriber mark! Regardless, I will keep watching, love the channel! Cheers from Peter in Connecticut, US
This I do not know. The FAQ describes the target audience here: avid.force.com/pkb/articles/en_US/faq/Who-is-Media-Composer-First-designed-for I have never come across anything to say that it cannot be used commercially -- eg there is nothing in the comparison here: www.avid.com/media-composer-first/comparison So I think it is fairly safe to assume that commercial use is OK.
This looks amazing. I've been using Windows Live Movie Maker for long enough, and I tried Sony Vegas but couldn't afford the full version. This honestly looks extremely similar to Sony Vegas so it shouldn't be hard to learn.
I remember having to learn avid in school and WOW, I was so fucking furious because it was literally the hardest thing ever to use. I'd dare say that it is somewhat more complicated than 3d softwares. I work with davinci resolve now.
The interface and workflow are exactly the same. You are limited by the number of video tracks and output formats, but this is basically just like pro Avid, but with a lot of additional functions removed. If you know Avid, you will have no issues using this. And if you don't know Avid, using this will teach you how to edit using Avid, no problem.
+ExplainingComputers Interesting. Might have to try this out. Besides the account creation and email verification, is there anything in the way of DRM, such as always on internet requirement or activation?
You do have to be online (and login) when you install and first run (you may notice that I have blocked out my account details where it says "signed-in"). But once you are signed in, all seems to work OK not being online after that.
+ExplainingComputers So just the once then. Ok, now I'm really interested. Not a fan of DRM as you might guess. Couldn't find any info on their main page, so Thank You for answering that question!
DaVinci Resolve is still designed primarily for color grading. Its edit feature set is lacking, but its getting there. Version 14 has come a long way, but still lacks some things that other editors have.
I use the full version of Avid at work and downloaded Avid 1st on my laptop. Honestly, I don't see what's limited vs. the full version. May you tell me ? Please. At work I don't advance edits, but mostly just 5 minute packages for weekly news.
The key limitations are the range of export formats, and the number of tracks allowed. Else you are right -- you get a very full set of Avid functionality in the free version.
As seen amongst my friends, people who record and edit videos don't just use 1 or 2 video editing softwares, they probably use like 4-6 different softwares to merge all alternative features into one video, right? How many different softwares do you use, Mr. Barnatt? And which software do you recommend for university students from your list of video editors?
What about a good animation editor... I have used Photoshop / Illustrator 5exp before and fount that to be a lot of fun. especial how it can fill in the frames for you.... any good free software like that?
How convenient I was just looking for good free video editors for my PC, DaVinci Resolve looks great but keeps crashing as I don't have a graphics card installed. Media Composer requests to login to the Application Manager first, but the manager won't start.
There was no possibility logging in during the install, did some reboots and manual installing of the Manager, but seems like my OS is not starting the application.
when you say four video clips, do you mean four files total? or 4 max at a time? This looks like a decent software, however I think I'll stick with resolve. Thanks for making this video.
The limit is four video tracks -- you can have as many video files as you like. There is a consensus emerging here already -- sticking with DaVinci Resolve! :) But this Avid release may force others -- eg Adobe -- to launch a free editor . . .
I tried Avid, but I didn't like the fact it also wanted to install several pieces other software before the main program will install, and then wouldn't let me use the software unless I stay logged in. But it's free anyway but found out it's just not for me.
If it doesn't output to dv avi or mpeg2 for dvd it's useless, to me at least. Still stuck with Premiere. I do event videography up to 6 cameras outputting to dvd or mp4 from DV, hdv and avchd sources.
My laptop came with only 4 gb ram and it runs windows 10 just fine. Am I doing something wrong? Id like to upgrade to 8 gb and I only have one 4gm stick but 2 slots. 16 gb would be awesome. dell does not offer a 2x8 option and I can only find the right ram from DELL and they want too much $$$$
As far as I am aware, it is still available -- eg via the link on this page: www.avid.com/media-composer-first/comparison But it looks like you have to create an Avid account before you can download.
@@ExplainingComputers Thank you. I haven't had too much trouble with it yet apart from a few lag spikes and its a bit slow while recording. so I think its fine with SD footage like you said.
@@ExplainingComputers Thank you. Do you think you could make a video comparing Avid Media Composer First and Lightworks Free? Both of those software are used to make movies so I think it would be interesting to watch
Great video, enjoyed seeing the Avid video editor. Let me ask you something a bit different. Are you into the development of AI? I was amazed how you nailed the future 3D printing. I have seen much in the media here in the US about the development of AI, in particular, a system IBM has called Watson. It seems that doctors are using Watson to learn as much about medical developments and possible research trials as possible. It is even able to suggest treatment alternatives, very amazing!!!! I would like to know your thoughts on this and where it is all going. I know you probably have been covering this subject for years, the recent write ups on Watson has really gotten my attention for the first time. Thank you sir! Rich
I Rich. I am indeed icreasingly into AI, and shared a stage with a Microsoft "Technology Evangelist" talking about it at a conference not that long ago. I did a video on cloud AI fairly recently too: th-cam.com/video/iv7_Bf7TGOQ/w-d-xo.html And my 13th book -- due out in late September has the subtitle "The Future of Computing, Robots and AI" (the title is not public yet!). A key message in the book is that the future of computing is the future of AI. There will be several videos on the channel linked to the book from September, and also much free content from the book on ExplainingComputers.com. So keep watching this space!
I have 3 HDD dvd recorder players that get used less and less my TV has no usb port but has an HDMI input I watch MOVIES and stuff via a tiney £25 1080p HD media player called a mini 1080 its 7 x 7 x1 cm black box I just copy movies to an external usb HDD or mem stick in MP4 no converting to dvd - So yes the DVD is DEAD
@@ExplainingComputers Thanks for your info man. I just want to make sure before starting my project because the official website of avid said strictly not supported on intel i5 processors.
Then this may be the case -- Avid are clearly the gospel info on this! :) But I find that very, very surprising that is would not run on an i5, so my guess is that it would run. Also note that that is a big difference, esp with Avid, between will not run, and not supported by Avid, as Avid have this whole "certified hardware" thing. And if you do not have to run Avid, go for DaVinci Resolve, also free, and far more capable. And will certainly run on your hardware. :)
I’ve used the full version of Avid for a lot of GoPro videos. GoPro cameras generally shoot h.264, so as long as you import instead of link, you’ll be good.
Can anybody help me? I was trying to edit some MOV file but there appears the problem "Assertion failed: normalCaching II smallChaching File: ..\src\filesys\CoreWinFileLocator, Line: 1378" I don't know what to do with it. I edit fiew other MOV files and everything was ok.
Adobe Premiere is a very popular video editor, including in education, and has been for a long time. But it has never been the most common program used in the industry.
Would someone please direct me to some editing software for beginners. I just want to make simple videos. The easier the better. As long as I can edit out any curse words and get it to TH-cam I am happy. I don't like go pro quick...and they no longer support go pro studio. I tried light works and had problems figuring it out.
I can't open it on my MBP, it quits before opening. Sometimes get an error about midi, other-times it just says it failed. Anyone got any ideas? I'm on High Sierra. Thanks
The product requires to allow incoming network connections enabled. For me personally that's not going to happen. If you do not allow incoming network connections the app will not launch. Avid you can keep your App.
I like that there are some okay free barebones video editing suites now. With some work to Vulcan, and some effort put into a Linux compatible video editor with some more advanced features we can be rid of Microsoft once and for all.
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This is very interesting! I wondered why views on this video had suddenly jumped! :)
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Another video I stumbled upon from this guy. He's the GOAT (greatest of all time)
Thx for your friendly, straight Introduction for this software. Obviously, there is no need to test and install for me....you saved my time!
Mission impossible was edited by this software.
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Many great feature films were
Congrats on 200K subscribers! You were a very inspiring youtuber to me :)
Resolve is much more powerful and has a learning curve. It is more flexible and the Studio version is very affordable with a one time payment. On the other hand, Avid First is a great learning tool to use before making a decision on upgrading to a full version of the software.
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Excellent tutorial video Chris! Good for people that want to get started doing video editing.
Thank you so much :)
This video was really helpful
Thanks for another great video! Feedback: I love the close looks at GOOD free software like this. This channel is so helpful.
fun fact : avid was the first video editor that was released to the public.
A fun fact indeed! Thanks for sharing. :)
ExplainingComputers also could you do a video about VSDC video editor? another free video editor that I see got recommend everywhere.
Farhan The Badass Scizor just torrent it :v
Take a look at Davinci Resolve... it's also free like Christopher mentioned and is gaining a lot of ground due to it's excellent color grading tools
There is also Hitfilm Express... another free editor that is popular.
Damii 83 so what?
you helped me very much, thank you.
How would something like this compare to Sony Movie Studio? That's what I currently use, and I'm always concerned that I should be using something else.
This is a higher-end package than Sony Media Studio, but with limitations (esp re formats in and out). The best package to use is the one that works for you -- what matters most is the output. But if you are considering a switch, look at the latest version of DaVinci Resolve -- which I'll cover here fairly soon.
Thank you so much, I couldn't figure out why my fps was automatically changing and why the clips were kind of buffering. Huge help as Regular avid tutorial wouldn't help. Thanks again mate.
Could you do a video looking at the latest version of Avid?
Chris is Living on video!
I am indeed . . .
Although I've never used a video editor (if you've seen any of my YT uploads you already know that lol)
But having watched this, it doesn't seam to be as painful as I thought, so I'll give it a try the next time I have anything that might be worth uploading. Don't hold your breath though lol
Great work as always Chris.
Looks interesting. when it support for Linux OS
Thanks for the short class
This is the first video I've seen by your channel also I'm brand new to video editing however this video is great! Only watched to to check out Media Composer First but ended up learning the basics of how to use it :) Cheers
Thanks for your feeback. You may find useful my video on seven free video editors: th-cam.com/video/YiesMpzFYf8/w-d-xo.html
Thankyou for you reply, much appreciated . I shall check your other video out now :) Cheers
I love your videos so much, thank you for making them!
Not to sound like an old fart, but. . . I remember shooting on 3/4" video tape and "digitizing" it - in real time - into the Avid. And we had to let it run overnight to render the effects.
This is free. Amazing.
I think we spent $30,000k on our Avid Express in 1996.
Jamie Smith … I worked at public television since the early 90’s. I remember threading up-laybacks on 2” tape. I’ve been an editor since ‘92
First, really good explanation! I edit long form on Media composer. Consider that the aim of restricting "video formats" is to use a mighty powerfull and safe database management of medias asset on long form and on multi editors set-up. It is problems prone to edit on manually maintained media. That's why Avid as always been use in media and films. Btw, Avid Free DV was the first free editor app from them. The full version of Media Composer is also WAY WAY more format compatible and powerfull. The full screen can also be full quality and on an other screen as what we call the "client monitor".
Nice! Some decent Sunday night viewing.
:)
Hi Christopher, Thanks so much for the explanation on the Avid Composer media, I haave just downloaded the free version but just saw you video that the system requirement is i 7 but my desktop is only i5, wonder if it works? Thanks
I imagine it will work on an i5, just a little slower. But probably fine for HD (not 4K).
We are editing our videos with davinci resolve and we are happy, we'll never reach the "big public" that we have to run the industry standard software....
But davinci resolve needs pretty good pc and crashes once in a while, still better than many other softwares we tried
DaVinci Resolve is indeed a great program.
i prefer the combination of virtualdub and avisynth but they are geared towards programmers\ engineers like me. I'm very VERY clever by the way. I'm in the final stages of releasing my first game for iphone\android\steam, created a brand new programming language, compiler and game engine.
what kind of video format supports it to import it to media composer?
How can you tell if your computer has that at 2:09 ? I have Windows 10 and it's an HP.
Right click on "Computer " or "This PC" or "My Computer" of whatever it is called on your desktop, and bring up the properties menu. From there you should be able to seee your RAM (and if you have more than 4GB of RAM, you must have a 64 bit OS).
Thank you. Also if I only have 4GB of RAM then does that mean I can't use this?
Very informative,I shall be using avid for editing my next project video.
Thanks for your excellent and always educational videos,-)
Hi Christopher, thanks for raising awareness of this Avid initiative. I'll also be very interested to see your presentation of Resolve 14. Reading the comments I'm left wondering why people don't look things up for themselves, and then pass their findings on, instead of expecting you to do it for them, but each to their own, I guess. From whatI've read Avid has a steep learning curve and I suspect it is used in the film industry over Adobe as the valuable interlectual property does not live in the cloud. I think I will take up your suggestion and experiment with Avid First. Nicely named, eh? Cheers. Bob.
It's very interesting and nice of Avid to put out a free version... but it's pretty limited too. :P
Seems they've been switching models to match Premiere Pro and Final Cut X...
Thanks for sharing Chris!
I kinda hate doing transcoding, but oh well. Will give it a try later on.
Of the free video editors I've tested so far the one I liked the most was Kdenlive, despite it's bugs. Even made some chroma key stuff, but the timeline got all confused at some point losing links and linking to the wrong sources... it has a good selection of compatible codecs though.
The one in Blender is useable but kinda awkward, Resolve also has some file format limitations (particularly mp3 files), and then I think I tried a whole bunch of older stuff that just didn't work out, like Lightworks.
Of course, this will vary with needs and experience... I learned editing with Sony Vegas and worked mostly with Premiere Pro/After Effects, dabbled a bit with Final Cut Pro 7.
I think the worst problem with Avid is that if you ever decide to go pro, it can get expensive as hell. Yes, it's industry grade software, lots of Hollywood studios go for it, it's the one major NLE in the market which Hollywood studios go for, it's a plus to know how to deal with it for your curriculum and all that... but it's targeted and priced for the professional market, something to keep in mind. I'd love to have editing studio suites with switching boards and all that, but I'm only a hobbist at this point. xD
If I was ever to go back to commercial packages... well, it's around 20 bucks a month if you pay for the yearly subscription for Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer is more towards 50 bucks a month. It ends up being highly dependant on where you are working at, so there's that... but since I have no aspirations to work in Hollywood studios, for the rest of the market it's all entirely either Adobe or Final Cut.
Thanks for this. Note that the latest version of DaVinci Resolve (14) can import mp3 files. :)
Hello Christopher, it's my first time commenting. I have to start with my enjoyment from the channel. You do a stellar job in providing interesting, accurate and relevant content on a regular basis all while making it look effortless. Being in IT for nearly (OMG) 33 years and now retired, as you are all too well aware the section of the market you choose to focus upon moves at a mile a minute, I am always impressed with seldom seeing you doing reports on technology that doesn't make it beyond the initial public interest and ultimately later crash and burn.
Anyway, I digress being a musician at heart, along with many of us in the trade, I would love to see your take on a DAW or Digital Audio Workstation. There are many of these with the sidekick plugins that create instruments or effects upon instrument sounds recorded. Of these, there are free and not free versions. If you choose to endeavor, you'll get plenty of suggestions. Might help you get over that 200k subscriber mark!
Regardless, I will keep watching, love the channel! Cheers from Peter in Connecticut, US
An interesting idea to cover DAW software, noted.
I am wondering if this can be used for commercial purpose ?
This I do not know. The FAQ describes the target audience here: avid.force.com/pkb/articles/en_US/faq/Who-is-Media-Composer-First-designed-for I have never come across anything to say that it cannot be used commercially -- eg there is nothing in the comparison here: www.avid.com/media-composer-first/comparison So I think it is fairly safe to assume that commercial use is OK.
This looks amazing. I've been using Windows Live Movie Maker for long enough, and I tried Sony Vegas but couldn't afford the full version. This honestly looks extremely similar to Sony Vegas so it shouldn't be hard to learn.
Great video, i want to learn how to do this type of stuff, so as a quick walk through it was fine
He was avid about composing himself!
I remember having to learn avid in school and WOW, I was so fucking furious because it was literally the hardest thing ever to use. I'd dare say that it is somewhat more complicated than 3d softwares. I work with davinci resolve now.
How different is this from the professional one ?
The interface and workflow are exactly the same. You are limited by the number of video tracks and output formats, but this is basically just like pro Avid, but with a lot of additional functions removed. If you know Avid, you will have no issues using this. And if you don't know Avid, using this will teach you how to edit using Avid, no problem.
+ExplainingComputers
Interesting. Might have to try this out. Besides the account creation and email verification, is there anything in the way of DRM, such as always on internet requirement or activation?
You do have to be online (and login) when you install and first run (you may notice that I have blocked out my account details where it says "signed-in"). But once you are signed in, all seems to work OK not being online after that.
+ExplainingComputers
So just the once then. Ok, now I'm really interested. Not a fan of DRM as you might guess. Couldn't find any info on their main page, so Thank You for answering that question!
great work with this entertaining videos
Nice. Can the free version Avid separate audio and video?
Sir can we combine several files to a single audio source??
Yes.
Thanks for the review. How to get QuickTime for Windows 10? It's no longer supported by Apple on Windows machines?
It would be nice if you were to review the Omega 2 computer
Cool, but can it do stuff I can't do with DaVinci Resolve?
Other than teaching you Avid, no.
ExplainingComputers thank you, Chris ;-)
DaVinci Resolve is still designed primarily for color grading. Its edit feature set is lacking, but its getting there. Version 14 has come a long way, but still lacks some things that other editors have.
I use the full version of Avid at work and downloaded Avid 1st on my laptop. Honestly, I don't see what's limited vs. the full version. May you tell me ? Please. At work I don't advance edits, but mostly just 5 minute packages for weekly news.
The key limitations are the range of export formats, and the number of tracks allowed. Else you are right -- you get a very full set of Avid functionality in the free version.
How about using blender as a video editor? If you know how to use it, it can become very powerful.
Raman dude. U can get avid, premiere and vegas and u rather use blender?!? xD
As seen amongst my friends, people who record and edit videos don't just use 1 or 2 video editing softwares, they probably use like 4-6 different softwares to merge all alternative features into one video, right? How many different softwares do you use, Mr. Barnatt? And which software do you recommend for university students from your list of video editors?
What about a good animation editor... I have used Photoshop /
Illustrator 5exp before and fount that to be a lot of fun. especial how
it can fill in the frames for you.... any good free software like that?
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Can we export ALE files with metadata in First version?
sir, Avid won't let me transcode it.
How convenient I was just looking for good free video editors for my PC, DaVinci Resolve looks great but keeps crashing as I don't have a graphics card installed.
Media Composer requests to login to the Application Manager first, but the manager won't start.
You certainly have to login during the install, but for me it ran OK. Maybe try a reboot? :)
There was no possibility logging in during the install, did some reboots and manual installing of the Manager, but seems like my OS is not starting the application.
Hey Christopher, can you talk about ZORIN OS? I think will be a better solution for you instead of Linux Mint. I think you will like it!
when you say four video clips, do you mean four files total? or 4 max at a time? This looks like a decent software, however I think I'll stick with resolve. Thanks for making this video.
The limit is four video tracks -- you can have as many video files as you like. There is a consensus emerging here already -- sticking with DaVinci Resolve! :) But this Avid release may force others -- eg Adobe -- to launch a free editor . . .
I tried Avid, but I didn't like the fact it also wanted to install several pieces other software before the main program will install, and then wouldn't let me use the software unless I stay logged in. But it's free anyway but found out it's just not for me.
Unfortunately the software is bugging with the new IOS Catalina :( hopefully they will fix it soon.
If it doesn't output to dv avi or mpeg2 for dvd it's useless, to me at least. Still stuck with Premiere. I do event videography up to 6 cameras outputting to dvd or mp4 from DV, hdv and avchd sources.
My laptop came with only 4 gb ram and it runs windows 10 just fine. Am I doing something wrong? Id like to upgrade to 8 gb and I only have one 4gm stick but 2 slots. 16 gb would be awesome. dell does not offer a 2x8 option and I can only find the right ram from DELL and they want too much $$$$
Yay, Windows 7 supported!
Thank you, great video, I am new to Avid, and this one has been very helpful
What do you think about the free versions of PowerDirector 12/13 by CyberLink?
I am having 4 gb ram will it work
Is this still available?
I've tried going to Avid's site to download First, and none of the download links are working.
As far as I am aware, it is still available -- eg via the link on this page: www.avid.com/media-composer-first/comparison But it looks like you have to create an Avid account before you can download.
Very interesting, thanks! :-)
How do you think Avid would run with an i5 2.3GHz processor?
hi, any question... wich software used to screen record?
The screen was recorded using an Atomos Ninja 2 HDMI recorder.
Is that a mechanical keyboard I hear you typing on?
Connected to this PC, yes!
How do you like that compared to the low-profile keyboard you had?
And what kind of switches are in it?
my laptop has only 4gb of ram i know i can't even able to open it
Can you use avid media composer first on a laptop with 4 GB of RAM?
The minimum system requirements is 8GB, so probably not. It may work with standard definition footage.
@@ExplainingComputers Thank you. I haven't had too much trouble with it yet apart from a few lag spikes and its a bit slow while recording. so I think its fine with SD footage like you said.
Good to hear.
@@ExplainingComputers Thank you. Do you think you could make a video comparing Avid Media Composer First and Lightworks Free? Both of those software are used to make movies so I think it would be interesting to watch
DD? This guy's a dawg
Which is best? Avid or Premier pro?
I would personally go Premiere Pro! But there is no free version. And Avid still has a great pro following. It just works.
useful, but is the Trans coding lossy?
Yes, but not very much. The lowest DNxHD rate offered is I think 45mbps.
thanks
the real question is, quality, no watermarks full hd or not?
Yes, full HD, no watermarks.
Great video, enjoyed seeing the Avid video editor. Let me ask you something a bit different. Are you into the development of AI? I was amazed how you nailed the future 3D printing. I have seen much in the media here in the US about the development of AI, in particular, a system IBM has called Watson. It seems that doctors are using Watson to learn as much about medical developments and possible research trials as possible. It is even able to suggest treatment alternatives, very amazing!!!! I would like to know your thoughts on this and where it is all going. I know you probably have been covering this subject for years, the recent write ups on Watson has really gotten my attention for the first time.
Thank you sir!
Rich
I Rich. I am indeed icreasingly into AI, and shared a stage with a Microsoft "Technology Evangelist" talking about it at a conference not that long ago. I did a video on cloud AI fairly recently too: th-cam.com/video/iv7_Bf7TGOQ/w-d-xo.html And my 13th book -- due out in late September has the subtitle "The Future of Computing, Robots and AI" (the title is not public yet!). A key message in the book is that the future of computing is the future of AI. There will be several videos on the channel linked to the book from September, and also much free content from the book on ExplainingComputers.com. So keep watching this space!
Why would I choose this over Hitfilm? (which is also free)
Is this the trial version or the full version of the software?
It is a not a/the trial version -- it is a cut-down version of Avid (though not that cut down) that you can use for free indefinitely.
So would you recommend this or DaVinci resolve?
What do you think about dvd? Is dvd a dead technology??
I think DVD will stick around for some time, though will become less and less common.
I have 3 HDD dvd recorder players that get used less and less my TV has no usb port but has an HDMI input I watch MOVIES and stuff via a tiney £25 1080p HD media player called a mini 1080 its 7 x 7 x1 cm black box I just copy movies to an external usb HDD or mem stick in MP4 no converting to dvd - So yes the DVD is DEAD
Will it run in i5 7th gen with 8gigs ram and 4gigs nvidea 1050 graphics
I would strongly expect so. That's a decent spec.
@@ExplainingComputers Thanks for your info man. I just want to make sure before starting my project because the official website of avid said strictly not supported on intel i5 processors.
Then this may be the case -- Avid are clearly the gospel info on this! :) But I find that very, very surprising that is would not run on an i5, so my guess is that it would run. Also note that that is a big difference, esp with Avid, between will not run, and not supported by Avid, as Avid have this whole "certified hardware" thing. And if you do not have to run Avid, go for DaVinci Resolve, also free, and far more capable. And will certainly run on your hardware. :)
@@ExplainingComputers sure thing
Will this editor work for Gopro videos?
Possibly. It depends on the format used on a GoPro, and I don't know what that is.
I’ve used the full version of Avid for a lot of GoPro videos. GoPro cameras generally shoot h.264, so as long as you import instead of link, you’ll be good.
Sir, firstly thank you for making such a beautiful and informational video. I have a question, is this software is available for ios?
Thanks. This is Windows and macOS only I'm afraid.
Thanks Sir for your kind reply ..!
When you are doing your own videos for the channel here, what video editor do you use? cheers.
Mainly still Adobe Premiere Pro (v. 5.0). However, I am in a sort of transition to DaVinci Resolve, and expect to use that more and more.
are they free for life time ?
They are.
Can anybody help me? I was trying to edit some MOV file but there appears the problem "Assertion failed: normalCaching II smallChaching File: ..\src\filesys\CoreWinFileLocator, Line: 1378" I don't know what to do with it. I edit fiew other MOV files and everything was ok.
This perhaps suggests a corrupted MOV file.
So when did Adobe loose their grip on video editing? When I studied media technology, they were using Adobe Premier ...
Adobe Premiere is a very popular video editor, including in education, and has been for a long time. But it has never been the most common program used in the industry.
Would someone please direct me to some editing software for beginners. I just want to make simple videos. The easier the better. As long as I can edit out any curse words and get it to TH-cam I am happy. I don't like go pro quick...and they no longer support go pro studio. I tried light works and had problems figuring it out.
Try OpenShot, ShotCut or HitFilm.
360? Or do you need to pay for a plugin.
No 360.
have you tried kdenlive at all?
I have -- my video on it is here: th-cam.com/video/huZQwS1-eh4/w-d-xo.html
My name is Arunank Prakash can you please suggest am email id and password for making an account to download media composer First
I have avi files which is the best ve for me
Can i export to mp4
MCF can export Quicktime (MOV) only, in H.264 and DNxHD encoding.
I can't open it on my MBP, it quits before opening. Sometimes get an error about midi, other-times it just says it failed. Anyone got any ideas? I'm on High Sierra. Thanks
I wish adobe release their free version of premiere pro.
Can I edit XAVC files in Avid First?
The product requires to allow incoming network connections enabled. For me personally that's not going to happen. If you do not allow incoming network connections the app will not launch. Avid you can keep your App.
Avid's GUI looks like they're still living in the 90s.
Thank you :)
I like that there are some okay free barebones video editing suites now. With some work to Vulcan, and some effort put into a Linux compatible video editor with some more advanced features we can be rid of Microsoft once and for all.