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PCPx in local TV
Hi,
I started a debate on the ‘FCPx or not debate’ forum and it was suggested I ask here, Bob Zelin name came up specifically.
For reference the thread is at https://forums.creativecow.net/readpost/335/24274.
We are talking about a small (2 edit station) operation here delivered to DVB-T. Was wondering if anyone here has looked at FCPx for news cutting (and magazine programs) and what conclusion they came up with.
My gut feeling is that FCPx is not the correct solution but it does have a lot going for it, maybe not now but maybe in 6 months or a year.
Ben
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Ben Edwards – Freelance Filmmaker
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Realised the subject may of put people off, this is not a casual is FCPx used in local TV but a legitimating question from a prospective new station in the UK.
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Ben Edwards – Freelance Filmmaker
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[Ben Edwards] “My gut feeling is that FCPx is not the correct solution but it does have a lot going for it, maybe not now but maybe in 6 months or a year.”
Looking at it from the perpective of where you expect FCPX to be a year from now is the tail wagging the dog. The question is, where do expect the broadcast operation to be 5 years from now? Will it be 6 edit suites instead of 2 ? What other types of hardware (servers, CG’s, etc.) will be in utilized at the facility? How will signal distribution be handled (Router or File based IP network)? How will the NLE’s used for post exchange content with the other hardware?
I’m sure that Bob can offer up a slew of other items to be considered. My point is that there are a ton of things to consider when choosing the appropriate hardware for a broadcast facility. It’s far more complex that setting up a small post facility.
Ask a post shop owner about the importance of having a dual power supply. Ask Bob Zelin or any other broadcast professional the same question. You’ll likely get two different answers.
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Thanks a lot for that. I get you on the tail wagging the dog, I said it mainly because the actual derision wont be made for at least 6 months.
I also appreciate the comment about being forward looking and agree but think if I use this as a reason not to buy FCPx it will be met with resistance. The stance will probably be re-evaluate in a year and if things are going well change system (I know this is not ideal).
Ben
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Ben Edwards – Freelance Filmmaker
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Dave,
Indeed, the reason I was talking about FCPx was the thread started on the FCPx Debate forum. I have taken on board your comments about Edious and will defiantly push for it to be looked at.
Regards,
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Ben Edwards – Freelance Filmmaker
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Thanks Dave,
Currently they are mainly focusing on winning the licensing bid, when that (hopefully) happens the nitty gritty of building a station will be there focus and (hopefully) things will be considered properly. At least they are talking about having a proper asset management system but can discuss this when the time comes.
Ben
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Ben Edwards – Freelance Filmmaker
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At present there are better options for broadcasting than fcpx. Apps like vegas and edius are very fast and powerfull. Vegas has great tools for Broadcast video production.
RC
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Avid Newscutter or Media Composer
Cheers,
Paul Lewis
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