Another topic I keep hearing about from production and post production personnel is that “Avid can’t handle Red One footage…”  While there was, and I stress was some truth to this at one point, Avid has made sure this is no longer an issue.  The truth is, that Avid was always capable of handling Red One footage, there was just a bit of a workaround, which could be a hassle if  not done properly, in order for an editor to bring the footage into the system.  Now enter Avid MetaFuze.  Similar to the Sony Clip Browser, Avid’s MetaFuze is a one-stop transcoding software provided free via download.  Once download you simply load up the software and import the footage.  MetaFuze will transcode any number of formats, from DPX, RED R3D, QuickTime and even stereoscopic 3D source files by converting your high-resolutions files to 10-bit or 8-bit uncompressed or Avid DNxHD media.  MetaFuze will also keep all metadata intact, so re-linking your projects with proper timecode along with keeping all native information isn’t a problem and provides accurate high-resolution outputs by preserving, correcting or adding metadata before transcoding to Avid native formats  Another great feature is that you can optimize your workflows with Avid MetaFuze enhancements, including R3D audio support and accelerated processing times. 

Avid’s MetaFuze provides full Red One support by offering a one step transcode for picture and sound for single system R3D production workflows by eliminating QuickTime from the process and converting R3D files to Avid DNxHD for a efficient workflow.  I’ve included Avid’s MetaFuze video tutorial below.

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Import & Organization with Avid MetaFuze

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Transcode, Prep & Output With Avid MetaFuze