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ProCutX, an iPad Control App for Final Cut Pro X, is Now Free for a Limited Time

04.1.13 @ 8:36PM Tags : app, apple, apps, controller, edit, editing, fcp, fcpx, finalcutpro, finalcutprox, ios, ipad, mac, macbook, macbookpro, macpro, mobile, nle, post, post-production, postproduction, procutx

We’ve seen a few apps capable of controlling different programs on your computer with an iPad. A recent app that caught our eye, ProCutX, is capable of controlling Final Cut Pro X with your iPad, and replacing many of the functions normally done with a keyboard. For a limited time (possible only a few more hours), the full app, which is normally around $25, is now free on iTunes. Click through for a video walk-through of ProCutX. More »

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Your iPad is Now a Controller for Apple Final Cut Pro X with Pixel Film Studios' ProCutX

02.6.13 @ 4:08PM Tags : app, apple, apps, controller, edit, editing, fcp, fcpx, finalcutpro, finalcutprox, ios, ipad, mac, macbook, macbookpro, macpro, mobile, nle, post, post-production, postproduction, procutx

The keyboard can certainly be a powerful and efficient control surface for non-linear editing, especially with the mastery of hot-keys and short-cuts. Despite this, some editors desire a more visually intuitive way of interfacing with their NLE. There are those that prefer specialized color-coded editing keyboards or keyboard covers, while others swear by their tactile controllers. Those can go for around $80, but what about using an infinitely configurable iPad to take the place of one of these consoles? We’ve already seen one iOS app capable of controlling a wide range of video software, but with a new iPad app called ProCutX, Apple editors have yet another way to turn their tablet into a Final Cut Pro X console. Check out some images and details below. More »