Binding: CD-ROM
Brand: Ulead
EAN: 0756405500149
Format: CD-ROM
Label: ULead Systems
Manufacturer: ULead Systems
Model: A22-460-011
Platform: Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Unix, Linux, Windows 95, Windows NT, Mac
Publisher: ULead Systems
Studio: ULead Systems
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Editorial Review:
Amazon.com Review:
MediaStudio Pro is a suite of four digital video applications (as well as a digital audio program) that work in concert with each other. There are separate applications for video capturing, video editing, frame-by-frame retouching (video painting), and text and title generation. Switching from one app to another is handled through the usual Windows Alt-Tab keyboard combo, or if the sister program isn't already running there is a "switch" menu on top that will launch the targeted program.
When these applications work, they work well. The problem is that each application is a bit buggy, and the suite overall is not so easy to use. Although already up to version 6, the programs are not as mature as one would think they would be. The video painting module, for example, worked well with my mouse but refused to move the cursor when using a Wacom tablet. A painting program that doesn't recognize a drawing tablet handicaps the artist using it.
The video capture module managed to work with the FireWire port on my Compaq and control my DV camera. Capturing footage on the fly (as the tape plays) was easy, but setting up a batch capture proved convoluted. The whole workflow of the capture module needs to be smoothed out and streamlined.
The audio editing tool is fairly straightforward and interfaces nicely with the editor, which also works well. I especially liked the Explorer method of navigating media elements and the onscreen layout in general. The editor, in fact, is the best-working element in the suite.
Overall, MediaStudio Pro has a lot to offer. Its execution and stability leave something to be desired, but then again, this is a point-zero release. Ulead surely will be addressing these issues in a 6.5 (or so) release soon. If so, MediaStudio Pro could be a tool to be reckoned with. --Mike Caputo
Amazon.com Product Description:
Edit professional-quality video on your PC with MediaStudio Pro 6.0. This software offers advanced technology and creative tools to make video editing easy, enjoyable, and powerful. Capture and view original source video from VCRs, TVs, laser discs, or camcorders. DV with IEEE 1394 and MPEG-2 support using Ligos Corporation GoMotion technology ensures higher-quality video as well as extra productivity improvements that will save you hours of production time. Video Editor brings together all the different components of a video project: video, sound, animation, and titles. Arrange these components; add effects and transitions; save your video as a file; and place it on the Internet, a CD-ROM, or record it back to videotape. Video Paint allows you to paint directly over any frame in a video sequence. Retouch videos and create remarkable special effects, using an extensive set of nondestructive video-painting tools. CGInfinity lets you create animated titles and motion graphics, while Audio Editor lets you add and manipulate audio with effects, panning, and more.
Average Rating: 
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I upgraded to MSP 6.0 Full from PYRO DVs MSP 6.0 VE This was due to slowdown using the Full Version. MSP 6.0 VE is actually better than the full version!, if you dont have a good pc. I do have a good one(AMD/Athlon 1.3Ghz, 256ram, 60gig hd) I can output to my CD burner, and I can use it on my home network, 2 Desktops, 2 Laptops. 3 of them are top-of-the-range and 1 is old, but it works fine. I like the preview window, as it is dark enough to see on my laptop screens and TFT flatscreen monitor. I make movies as a hobby, and this works way,way better than Premiere 6.0 (I have that also). The only reason i recieve slowdown is because i use this through the network, and i have music, all 5 programs, the internet, music composer(for my films), my e-mail inbox, some songs from internet radio, my aol instant messanger, and usually an internet game up(bridge), as you can tell this is bound to slow up a little, if you had a slow PC, but if you had a slow pc you wouldnt be doing all that stuff. This program is tops. Buy MSP 6.0 ve with PYRO 1394dv now!
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I have to hand it to Ulead Systems: Bravo!
MEDIASTUDIO PRO 6 is a terrific upgrade from the older version 5.2.
I also feel it is a much more powerful and fully featured product than the other company's (Adobe) video editing software.
Ulead has chosen to offer a *suite* of separate programs.
I like this approach.
As you master each program, you can improve your skills to the point where broadcast quality commercials, PSAs, corporate training videos, music videos are all within your reach.
MEDIASTUDIO includes a marvelous "Video Paint" program that lets you create animations and special effects such as Star Trek-style phaser beams, etc.
But the big improvements are in the Video Editor.
Ripple editing now offers much more control and power.
Media management options make it much easier to keep track of your still images, video, and audio files.
The CG Infinity module is much, much better than the titler in Premiere and as long as you understand how vector "drawing" works, you can create animation and sophisticated logos.
I believe MEDIASTUDIO is the BEST sub-$1,000 video editor on the market.
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I have been using MSPro 6VE since it was released with the ADS Pyro earlier this year. I upgraded to the full version a few months ago. I have had a lot of Fun & Success with the F/X & features such as Picture in Picture, Reverse & Slow motion.
I have had fantastic comments from my audience about the suberb quality of my new generation of digital videos.
MS Pro6 has recently been upgraded to 6.0.0.2 with a free download from the Ulead site. This includes DV Smartplay which is a boon for OHIC (Firewire 1394)card users, it makes editing much easier & quicker.
If it has any bugs I haven't seen them, Video Editing is the hardest thing that your computer can do, optimisation is the answer to many of the problems I have seen posted on news groups.
I have found the Video Capture module a great aid in capturing stills off my camcorder with it's precise controls.
I don't suffer from any crashes with my Celeron 500, 128mb Ram, Win98SE & I find it a rock solid programme.
I have no trouble in unreservedly recommending it, the only problem I have is that it's very addictive :)
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MSP 6 enhances an already wonderful product with features for the digital video age. With support for firewire, a much better interface, and new transitions & effects, this is a must have for owners of previous versions of MediaStudio Pro. Ulead has done this right. I love it!
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Ulead has very bad support. The editing program is good enough now that they have release the patch.I have been wasting a lot of time with the capture program that on my machine at least has problems capturing sound. I may or may not get a fix, but if I could find another program to use with my ADS PYRO card I would use it.
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