[Rob Ainscough]

It might be too late, but what I recommend is to Export the project as “Final Cut Pro XML” … do this on any Adobe save (you can record a macro that you can bind to a keystroke combination that will do both). I use this method A LOT from Adobe Pr to DaVinci Resolve since I work mostly in DR.

There are a couple of Adobe “Downgrader” tool you can use directly online like:

Premiere Pro Downgrader (downgrader.elements.tv)

Joshcluderay.com has a Premiere downgrader also.

Alternatively you can use Notepad++ and edit the .prproj files look for the “Project Version=“ and change the value to a lower version.

[Rob Ainscough]

Not exactly sure what your issue is?

If you are referring to UI/UIX (user interface), then I agree, a good UI will NOT put very destructive functionality next to non-destructive functionality that is commonly used. Destructive UI elements should be separated so that a simple twitch of the mouse doesn’t wipe out all your data.

Unfortunately Apple’s UI’s are getting worse and worse over time (even more so on iOS devices) with zero intelligent visual guides to perform basic tasks … guess the interface … which can lead to disaster. It seems good UI/UIX resources are being cut out of larger companies resulting in really poor end user software experiences.

[Rob Ainscough]

I believe the option is only available for XDSC storage cards on that camera. Sorry I couldn’t help with Pr … has been a while since I used Pr and had multiple 4GB clips on a single run … but I thought Pr has feature to automatically sync separate audio clips once you detach tracks from video?

[Rob Ainscough]

Yikes! That seems like a lot of work. Just so you know, the GY-HC500 when using XDSC card, you can turn OFF file spanning which will support up to 64GB file size.

I know that doesn’t really answer your question, but for future reference it will hopefully allow you to avoid this extra workflow.

[Rob Ainscough]

The only way I’ve been able to resolve this type of issue in the past was to convert everything to Apple ProRes (MOV) low compression, and then do everything via proxies and finally do NOT use any hardware acceleration … then go ahead with any edits. I’m making the assumption you’re running 2 channel audio.

[Rob Ainscough]

Hi Mary,

Your situation is why I left Adobe and moved onto DaVinci Resolve/Fusion. I posted numerous threads on the Adobe forums regarding performance issues after an “upgrade” and the standard response was:

1. Delete Preference file

2. Delete all temporary cached/proxy files

3. Validate correct audio driver

4. Disable GPU acceleration

5. Check GPU drivers are current and “Studio” version (if applicable, nVidia)

6. On Windows PC check System Information under Multimedia Audio Codec and Video Codec

7. Use Codec Tweak Tool (freeware) to check for broken or old Codec

It’s a frustrating experience to do this every time Adobe version update. Sadly the ONLY option above that worked was to use proxies … if you do color grading this isn’t really a good option … hence my departure to DaVinci Resolve which has a far superior color grading process as the nodes are much more flexible than Adobe “layers”.

Best of luck, Rob.

[Rob Ainscough]

You’ll need to separate Audio from Video … assume it’s vocal audio coming from a source not currently visible in the clip? The best pitch processing tool I’ve used is Melodyne Studio version.

[Rob Ainscough]

Not that I’m aware off … but there are 3rd party tools that can do this.

I must admit, I’m still baffle that folks are still using Adobe products after they basically tell you all your content can be used by Adobe for whatever means they want including making money from your work.

[Rob Ainscough]

What version of Premiere was used in the Edit? How was it saved?

Ease Out on keyframe is very easy in Resolve, right click the keyframe and select “Ease Out”.

Rob.

[Rob Ainscough]

AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX would be my choice as it has better multi-core performance which Adobe “should” be able to leverage (I know DaVinci Resolve can).

The Intel i9 14900HX is also a good option for laptop CPU.

You didn’t list how much RAM? Min would be 32GB with preferred 64GB … highest RAM speed possible.

For laptop GPU I would go with AMD RX 7800M XT … tad faster than 4080 for laptop and consumes A LOT less power.

Now getting a 4K display in a laptop is difficult, you’ll want at least 17-18” screen otherwise you’ll be scaling in order to see text. Since you do plan on working in 4K … it would make sense to have a 4K capable display otherwise you’ll not be able to verify your render output. Dell use 17-18” 4K displays for laptop but those start around $8000. Razor Blade 18” has 4K at $5000 or so.

You don’t need Windows Pro unless you want bitlocker security.

Cheers, Rob.