The word of the day for Universe 2.2 is “retro”. The VHS effect has been updated with new noise samples and overlays, while Retrograde has been improved to allow users to apply the effect using the original aspect ratio of their footage. The brand new effects in Universe 2.2 are VHS Transition, Retrograde Transition, Carousel Transition, Flicker Cut, Camera Shake Transition, Channel Surf, Channel Blur, Linear Wipe, Shape Wipe, Colour Mosaic, and Clock Wipe. This brings the total number of effects within the plugin to 76, all with GPU acceleration. This release of the software introduces 11 new transition effects, updates 2 of the previous effects, and now supports Avid Media Composer as well. Universe 2.2 encompasses all of those things. So adding in an animated logo or lower third here and there can help lift things. When it comes to client work, especially on those fast turn around jobs, I always like to give a bit extra value where I can. My continued self obsessive use of a GoPro also means that more than ever before I’m reaching for the lens distortion correction tools. Especially if you are editing highly stylised promos or adverts a lot.įor instance in the past I have needed to give a nostalgic S8mm effect, or added in realistic light flare to spruce up footage. But sometimes it is great to have something on tap to give you a special ‘something’. My go to transition ‘effect’ is usually a straight cut. Now, I have to admit that I am generally of the school of thought that likes to leave things rather unfussy when it comes to edits. Red Giant’s Universe is one of those suites, encompassing as it does everything from VHS effects (used extensively in Laser Unicorns’ Kung Fury) through to lens distortion correction. Who doesn’t love a good plugin? Especially when the effects on offer are useful. RedShark review: We take a look at Red Giant's comprehensive Universe 2.2 effects plugin, an effects suite that takes retro very seriously. The short film Kung Fury made extensive use of the Universe retro effects

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