ABSTRACT

This book tells you how, why, and when you should perform certain audio postproduction tasks within Soundtrack Pro while editing your video in the Final Cut Studio suite.

Intertwining video editing workflows with audio editing workflows for video editors using Final Cut Studio, it also describes in-depth the audio postproduction process as well as the specific tools used for editing and mixing audio within Soundtrack Pro. The final section is designed as an audio postproduction "cook-book", describing typical audio post scenarios with detailed workflows for dealing with them.

The book provides real-world workflows and step-by-step instruction on the basics of audio editing in STP, implementing sound effects, spectral tools and much more. Also included are downloadable resources containing both video and audio files, demonstrating surround sound, mixing procedures, and other audio editing processes. Included as well are project files with which you can refine techniques learned in the book.

chapter 1|14 pages

The Video Editor

chapter 2|20 pages

What is Audio Post?

chapter 3|21 pages

Expectations of the Video Editor

chapter 4|38 pages

Basic Audio Editing

chapter 5|18 pages

Introduction to Dynamics

chapter 6|11 pages

Dynamics Standards

chapter 7|22 pages

Spectral Tools

chapter 8|22 pages

Time Effects

chapter 9|18 pages

Mixing

chapter 10|34 pages

Exporting Features of Soundtrack Pro 3

chapter 11|11 pages

Acoustical Design and Configuration

chapter 12|20 pages

Shortcuts and Additional Materials

chapter 13|41 pages

Scenarios and Practical Tutorials