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Test Bench: AIST MoviePack eXtreme Media Editing Software Suite (page 2)

Modular Madness

While you might want to spring for the eXtreme package at $1,300, we'd recommend you get an AIST editor (such as the $399 MoviePack VE for intermediate users) and then purchase only the bits and pieces you need. You'll pay more for the product if you take this piecemeal approach and purchase everything that is in eXtreme, but that is a real strength. Don't you wish you could purchase only those parts of Windows or Office that you need instead of a giant package that includes clip art and Solitaire?

TECH SPECS

System Requirements
Platform: PC
Operating System: Win 98, 98SE, 2000, NT4, Me or XP
Processor: Pentium II 600MHz or equivalent
RAM: 256MB
Hard Disk: 110MB
4GB for video media
Other Hardware:
OpenGL/Direct 3D Display card (1024x768@16-bit)
Version Tested: Build 6867 patch (downloaded)
Manual: 842 pages (306 full-color)
Trial Version: MoviePack PRO 30-day trial available

STRENGTHS

  • Plethora of effects
  • Keyframe animation tools
  • Modular (scalable) package
  • Powerful core rendering engine

WEAKNESSES

  • Mediocre audio tools
  • Help has black text on a dark gray background

SUMMARY

  • A modular, full-featured compositing and keyframe animation tool.

$1,299
AIST Inc.
715 West Orchard Drive Suite 7
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 527-1489
www.aistinc.com

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