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DaVinci Resolve 19 for BEGINNERS: Free and Studio Paid Version

Are you new to DaVinci Resolve and want to learn the basics so you can start editing? In this DaVinci Resolve tutorial Alli shows you everything you need to know to get started in DaVinci Resolve 19! You'll learn how to create new projects, import footage, customize your workspace, how to use effects, work on the timeline, adjust the speed of clips, adjust volume, make compound clips, how to export and render your video project and more!

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NEW BEAUTY FX - Smooth Skin FASTER in DaVinci Resolve

In this DaVinci Resolve tutorial video, Will teaches you how to smooth skin and hide blemishes, redness, skin imperfections and wrinkles very quickly with a new filter effect that comes with DaVinci Resolve called the Beauty FX. It's really easy to use and works very well!

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DaVinci Resolve's NEW AI MUSIC REMIXER Feature is REALLY GOOD!

In this video Alli shows you how to use DaVinci Resolve 19 Studio's new Music Remixer tool! It makes it easy to remove vocals, drums, bass, guitar and more from songs and increase or decrease the volume of each! It's a game changer and going to make editing and choosing the right song for your video project much easier!

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DaVinci Resolve 19 IS HERE: BEST NEW FEATURES

DaVinci Resolve 19 IS HERE!! BEST NEW FEATURES - Video editors will be very happy! DaVinci Resolve 19 Beta version is finally here and ready to download! Black Magic has included some amazing new AI features and tools and they've updated more than 100 features to make them even faster, easier and with better results!

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Best SSD For Video Editors (FAST, PORTABLE, RELIABLE & CHEAP!)

In this video, I show you my top recommendation for hard drives to use as a video editor. These are extremely fast, very portable, reliable and relatively cheap compared to other SSD drives on the market. We ended up buying several of these and use them for all our commercial and YouTube projects.

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Zoom F6: Still Our Favorite Audio Recorder

Streamline your audio recording process with the Zoom F6, a versatile recorder ideal for multitasking professionals on shoots. Its user-friendly interface and 32-bit float recording ensure seamless operation and top-notch sound quality, even in dynamic environments. With six XLR inputs and advanced features like Hybrid Limiters, capturing high-quality audio is effortless. Plus, with flexible power options and storage compatibility, the F6 adapts to your needs. Say goodbye to digital clipping worries and focus on perfecting your shots with the Zoom F6—the ultimate companion for content creators.

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The Best Budget Friendly Portable Light I’ve Ever Owned! The Amazon rating of 4.8 on this light is for a reason!

The Best Budget Friendly Portable Light I’ve Ever Owned! The Amazon rating of 4.8 on this light is for a reason! Compact yet powerful, this light fits seamlessly into your gear bag and has enhanced color quality from 2,700K to 6,500K. With wireless control app, creative lighting effects, universal Bowens Mount compatibility, and versatile power options, it's perfect for everything from YouTube setups to professional shoots!

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How to REMOVE BACKGROUND FAST in DaVinci Resolve Studio

In this DaVinci Resolve Studio tutorial, Alli shows you how to remove the background fast and easy so that you can place a person or thing on it's own and change the background to a completely different scene! This creates a similar result to keying a subject from a green screen.

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DJI Osmo Pocket 3: Your Go-To Adventure Vlogging Camera

Take your vlogging game to the next level with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3! This compact camera features a 1-inch CMOS sensor for a beautiful 4K resolution at 120fps, ensuring clarity and vibrancy in every shot. With advanced stabilization and impressive low-light performance, the Osmo Pocket 3 delivers professional-quality footage effortlessly.

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Best Wireless Mic (Rode Wireless Pro Lav Mic Review)

Best Wireless Mic (Rode Wireless Pro Lav Mic Review) - Experience wireless audio freedom with the Rode Wireless Pro mic. Compact, long-range, and interference-free, it seamlessly integrates across devices for professional-grade sound quality. With USB rechargeability and 32-bit float technology, it's the ultimate solution for creators!

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How To Color Grade In DaVinci Resolve (CRASH COURSE for BEGINNERS)

How To Color Grade Footage In DaVinci Resolve - In this video, Will walks you through a crash course on color grading footage in DaVinci Resolve. He covers working with log footage and converting it to rec709, as well as how to setup Nodes and apply various changes including color temperature, saturation, hue, and more.

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DaVinci Resolve Fairlight for BEGINNERS: Learn Audio in Resolve Beginner to Pro! PART 2

In this in-depth FAIRLIGHT FOR BEGINNERS Crash Course PART 2, Alli teaches you how to use DaVinci Resolves Audio page FAIRLIGHT. Alli covers everything from:

-How to fix audio only coming out of the left channel or left speaker

-How to change an audio track from stereo to mono and mono to stereo

-How to Normalize audio to make volume of tracks the same volume

-How to use Fairlight Mixer panel

-How to use Fairlight Inspector panel

-How to use the De-Esser tool to remove ess sounds in the Fairlight page

-How to EQ using the Equalizer tool to remove annoying frequencies in dialogue voice audio

-How to remove effects on audio

-How to fade music in Fairlight page

-How to add cross fade

-How to replace media

-How to find media in DaVinci Resolve

-How to zoom in and out in DaVinci Resolve

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DaVinci Resolve Fairlight for BEGINNERS: Learn Audio in Resolve Beginner to Pro! PART 1

In this in-depth FAIRLIGHT FOR BEGINNERS Crash Course PART 1, Alli teaches you how to use DaVinci Resolves Audio page FAIRLIGHT. Alli covers everything from:

- Exploring Fairlight's timeline, panels, customization and tools

-How to reset DaVinci Resolve workplace layout

-A look at the Fairlight Inspector panel

-How to favorite audio effects

-DaVinci Resolve keyboard shortcuts

-How to remove pops and clicks in audio using Sample Level Audio Repair

-How to rename audio tracks

-How to add and delete audio tracks

-How to change audio clip colors

-How to Solo, Mute and Record in DaVinci Resolve

-How to use the selection tool, the razor tool, the loop tool and the snap tool

-Flags and markers for organization

-How to set In and Out Points and how to remove In and Out points

-How to adjust volume

-How to increase the size of the waveform

-How to keyframe audio AND MORE

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Get Rid of Moire FAST in DaVinci Resolve

In this DaVinci Resolve tutorial Alli shows you how to quickly and easily reduce and maybe even remove and get rid of moire! Moire often appears on clothing with fine lines, patterns or details. Moire can be very distracting, but there's a fairly straightforward way of addressing the issue using a simple effect in DaVinci Resolve! Hope this helps!

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