Flip video in final cut pro – audio and video not in sync – HELP

[David Roth weiss]

Matt,

First let me welcome you to the Cow.

Second, let me introduce you to the “search” feature here. If you simply type in Flip Cam you will find that this question is asked and answered several times every day.

Third, I’ll give you a break and answer this time… Flip Cams record video in the MP4 codec, which is not an editing codec in FCP.

You must transcode the MP4 files to the Pro Res codec using the free MPEG Streamclip app, which is available all over the Web. Once installed, use the Export function in Streamclip, and choose Export to Quicktime, and under the options choose ProRes and make certain to change the audio from 44.1 to 48khz as well.

David Roth Weiss
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[Chris Babbitt]

David,

I’m curious why you recommend Streamclip instead of Compressor for this?

[David Roth weiss]

[Chris Babbitt] “I’m curious why you recommend Streamclip instead of Compressor for this?”

It’s a little quicker, and for some who are new it’s a little easier. That’s really all, it’s nothing of monumental importance.

David Roth Weiss
Director/Editor/Colorist
David Weiss Productions, Inc.
Los Angeles

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[Matt Moll]

Thanks David. That worked. I did try to search for the answer before I posted. It looks like I missed it. I appreciate the help.

[John Fishback]

I’ve transcoded many Flip files and I’ve always used Compressor. By using Frame Controls I feel I get higher-quality encodes. I haven’t compared Compressor to Streamclip speed-wise, but using multiple cores Compressor has been fast enough for me.

John

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