Dedicated Video system

Efelah_ · Post by **Efelah_** » Tue May 06, 2003 03:22

I am looking to buy/build a new dedicated PC that will be used to run Adobe premiere and resolume better and quicker than my current, all purpose dinosaur of a machine. What are the main things I need to consider if I want fast, stable playback and the ability to use multiple, realtime effects?

Jim_ · Post by **Jim_** » Tue May 06, 2003 08:33

lots and lots of memory, fast hd.

I run a 40gb HD (72k rpm) with 800mb ddr ram. I have no problems running 3 layers all with effects.

Efelah_ · Post by **Efelah_** » Tue May 06, 2003 20:36

Got the hd need to buy some RAM. Thanks Jim.
What are the best video cards to use and any advice on processors would also be good. Is faster always better?
Currently, I have a half gig celeron and a texas instruments capture card. I mainly use it for editing on Premiere which it can just about handle (As long as I don't get too complicated) If I do, it slows to a crawl.
I've just descovered Resolume which looks like an answer to my prayers but the video slows right down again when I use 3 layers. Will a 2.5 to 3 gig processor make a huge amount of difference?

ether_warpTV_ · Post by **ether_warpTV_** » Mon May 12, 2003 04:56

most of the processing in Resolume is done on the graphics card, so if you want fast realtime performance, get the best card you can afford. Premiere uses CPU and RAM, so if you want super fast premiere, get a fast CPU. If you want both - spend lots of money

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As far as graphics cards go - i personally favor Matrox - i currently use a G550, hope to upgrade to a Parhelia sometime. Can't speak much about geforce cards, but i know some people have success with them.

Efelah_ · Post by **Efelah_** » Tue May 27, 2003 02:42

Sorry for the delay in replying. Been moving house. Thanks very much for that.
One other question.
Pitch control isn't too accurate with a mouse. If I use a MIDI controller, can I accurately adjust the playback speed? Can you recommend a good one?
Ta