Melanie Diaz

Hi all, We have introduced a significant update of Mistika Boutique, featuring ACES 2.0, cutting-edge SGO AI-powered deinterlacing, direct integration with Topaz Labs powerful AI tools and enhanced SDK support. In addition, many improvements and stability enhancements has been added to this new update. You can already 'Download' this version from your Online SGO Account. New Features: AI-Powered Deinterlaced FX. A new AI-driven Deinterlaced FX has been introduced, significantly improving the quality of interlaced video content by generating smoother and more natural-looking images. Watch the TUTORIAL. Support for Topaz OFX Plugin. Mistika Boutique now supports the Topaz OFX plugin, allowing users to enhance image processing with advanced filtering and AI-powered tools. Watch the TUTORIAL. ACES 2.0 Support. Added support for ACES ODT 2.0 and Inv. ACES 2.0, ensuring greater color accuracy and improved color management workflows. Watch the TUTORIAL. Automatic License Download. A new auto-download feature has been implemented, allowing licenses to be automatically retrieved upon login, streamlining the licensing process. Watch the TUTORIAL. Improvements: Blackmagic Design SDK Update. The Blackmagic SDK has been upgraded to version 4.3, adding support for: - URSA Cine cameras - Panasonic BRAW - Fujifilm BRAW This update enhances compatibility with a wider range of professional camera systems. Arri V8 SDK Support. Implemented support for the Arri V8 SDK, improving performance and feature set when working with Arri camera footage. Enhanced IM2 Python Support. IM2 connections now support Python integration, allowing for greater customization and automation in workflows. Fixes: Fixed an issue where Mistika would incorrectly zoom the Visual Editor and Timeline when using arrow keys, improving navigation and usability.

Hi all, A new maintenance version of Mistika Boutique is now available adding a new fix related to EXRs. You can already find this version in the 'Downloads' section of your Online SGO Account. Fix: Solved an issue related to the EXRs in Mistika. They are now functioning correctly.

Hi Kirti, Thank you for reaching out. Are you trying to create an account on the SGO website? Looking forward to your reply. Best, Melanie.

Hi all, A new version of Mistika Workflows is now available introducing new features including game-changing AI tools for faster automation and smooth transcoding. In addition, new Python integrations and many stability improvements have been added to this new release. You can already download this version 'Downloads' section of your Online SGO Account. New Features: WhatsApp Node was introduced, enabling integration with the WhatsApp messaging platform within workflows and expanding workflow automation. Pixell AI Integration Nodes added, bringing advanced AI capabilities to the workflow system. Denoise Node was added enabling enhanced noise reduction capabilities. The new Framing FX node has been introduced to handle multiple framing scenarios. This is particularly useful for working with scanned media that have different full-frame and active area frame resolutions. A New Tag Pixel Aspect Ratio node was added for improved aspect ratio handling. This node allows users to transform anamorphic media automatically based on internal metadata or manually define pixel aspect ratios for clips without metadata. Improvements: Canvas performance has been improved and optimized, particularly for complex workflows with many nodes. This enhancement provides a smoother and more responsive user experience when working with large-scale projects. Connection Quality and Curvature settings were added to Interface Preferences for better UI customization. These settings allow users to customize the appearance of connection lines in the workflow interface. fileNameOnly property was added to the Folder and Watcher nodes for precise file handling. This allows users to process only the contents of folders with specific names, enhancing automation capabilities for complex folder structures. A new filterMode property has been added to Folder and Watcher nodes. This enhancement allows for more granular control over file filtering in these node types. continuePreviousExecution mode added to Watcher, allowing it to resume executions instead of restarting. Pixel Aspect Ratio support was added to Transcode nodes for better format compatibility. This addition allows users to manage different pixel aspect ratio formats, including PAL, NTSC, and anamorphic lenses, with the ability to use input-based or custom values. New scaleFilter pulldown added to transcoders, allowing finer control over scaling operations during transcoding processes. ARRI ProRes Debayer Options Hidden: Debayer options are now hidden when using ARRI SDK, preventing unnecessary adjustments. ArriLogC3 400 and ArriLogC3 800 curves have been added to Unicolor and ACES ODT. Panasonic 8K Audio Label Update: The "First Proxy Audio Channel" label was changed to "mP2 Audio Ch" for better clarity. Added Nvidia H.264 CBR/VBR format support, improving encoding flexibility and expanding the available encoding options for NVIDIA-based workflows. Python Integrations: workflowFinished exposed to Python, improving automation control. getVersion is now accessible, allowing programmatic software version retrieval. CworkflowsMgr::getAllRegisteredNodes and CbaseItem::getAllRegisteredNodes now available for Python integration. GetStore() added to Python nodes, improving scripting flexibility. Fixes: A bug causing workflows to fail when mixing drop frame (DF) and non-drop frame (NDF) timecodes in overwriteTC operations has been fixed. This resolution improves the reliability of timecode operations in mixed-format workflows. An issue where the number of audio tracks was changing when concatenating transcode nodes has been resolved. This fix ensures consistent audio track count throughout the transcoding process.

Hi everyone, A new version of Mistika VR is now available including new features, new presets and stabilitity improvements. You can download this version from the 'Downloads' section of your Online SGO Account. New Features: Render Preset Saving: A new feature has been added to render presets, allowing users to save their settings for future use. This eliminates the need to re-enter settings each time the software is reopened, streamlining the workflow and improving efficiency. Expanded Unicolor Feature: The Unicolor feature has been expanded to include LogZ2 gamma and gamut options. This enhancement provides users with more flexibility in color grading and image processing workflows, allowing for greater control over color management. New Presets: ARRI Camera Support: ARRI camera integration has been introduced, expanding the software's compatibility with Arri professional cinematography equipment. Users can now work with ARRI cameras seamlessly within Mistika VR. Blackmagic Camera Support: Blackmagic camera support has been added, enhancing the software’s ability to work with a broader range of Blackmagic devices, and offering more flexibility for various production environments. Fixes: Mosaic and VR Uninstall Issue: Resolved an issue with Mosaic and VR uninstall, ensuring smoother uninstallation processes and preventing potential errors related to removing the software components.

Hi all, A new upgrade of Mistika Workflows is now available adding a few improvements. You can already download this version from the Downloads section of your Online SGO Account. Improvement: A link to the Adobe End User License Agreement (EULA) has been added to the Adobe integration node. This addition enhances the completeness of the information provided within these nodes, ensuring users have easy access to important legal documentation. Fix: An issue with the AEP file Node has been resolved where the output pulldown was displaying an incorrect name when using custom settings in the Output Module. The pulldown now correctly shows the codec name, providing improved clarity for users when selecting output options.

Hi all, A new upgrade of Mistika Boutique is now available including some fixes. You can already download this version from the 'Downloads' section of your Online SGO Account. Fixes: AAF fix: Resolved an issue that caused the software not to work properly with AAF files from Resolve, ensuring smoother integration and interoperability between platforms. Write Script Only Duration: Fixed a problem where the Write Script Only function rendered clips with incorrect durations. Clip durations are now accurately maintained during this operation. EXR Display and Data Window Placement: Corrected the display of truncated EXR images and improved the placement of the EXR Display and Data window, ensuring proper visualization of these files. Missing Metadata in 8KP2 Files: Addressed an issue where metadata was missing in 8KP2 files created by Boutique. This fix ensures all essential information is preserved in output files. Audio Output for Nvidia and MP4 Codecs: Fixed a bug affecting audio output for Nvidia h265/h264 and MP4 h264 codecs with 4-channel audio. Users can now expect proper audio playback for these configurations. Source Monitor Loading with Match Timeline: Repaired the Load into Source Monitor functionality when using Match Timeline, improving workflow efficiency and enhancing the overall user experience.

Hi all, A new upgrade of Mistika Workflows is now available adding new features and fixes. This version is already available to download from your Online SGO Account. New Features: A Global Timer Property has been added to the Watcher functionality. This new feature enhances the timing capabilities allowing the node trigger to wait for all the files to be stable or only the current UP. The StitchRefiner Match Geometry now includes an unfold feature in Offsets+Angles. This addition improves the accuracy and flexibility of geometry matching, allowing for more complex and precise stitching operations. Fixes: An issue with the Classify by size node has been resolved. The node now correctly outputs files, addressing the problem where no files were being generated. A bug in DCP Transcoding that caused misinterpretation of video resolution has been fixed. This ensures accurate transcoding of video content with proper resolution handling. The issue preventing the copying of 8KP2 files created in Boutique to P2 cards in Workflows has been addressed. Users can now successfully transfer these files within the system. XDCAM support has been improved to better match header information. This enhancement ensures more accurate handling and processing of XDCAM content. A critical bug causing issues on Windows systems when processing Japanese characters has been resolved. This fix specifically addresses issues with XAVC and XDCAM contents, improving stability for users working with Japanese language files.

Hi all, A maintenance release of Mistika Boutique is now available. This update ensures smoother workflows and stability improvements for AAF, MXF, and RAW file handling. You can download this version from the 'Downloads' section of you Online SGO Account. Fixes: AAF Conform with CROP and Image Adjustments: Resolved an issue where conforming AAF files with the CROP function caused conflicts when used alongside other image adjustments like scale, rotation, and position. These operations now work together seamlessly. Compatibility with Ultima 10.8.8: Fixed compatibility issues between Mistika Boutique 10.8.8 and Ultima 10.8.8 regarding titles. Users can now work with titles across both versions without encountering any incompatibility problems. Avid MXF Import Y Scale Issue: Corrected a problem where MXF files from Avid Media Composer were imported with a Y Scale of 200 instead of 100. Imported files now maintain their correct aspect ratio. DCP MXF Audio Channel Issue: Fixed an issue where MXF audio files created for DCP contained only one channel. Audio files now retain their intended channel configuration. Canon .crm Timecode Reading: Resolved an issue with timecode interpretation for Canon .crm RAW files. Mistika Boutique now correctly reads timecode from these files. Sony XDRoot MXF Import Crash: Fixed a crash that occurred when importing Sony XDRoot MXF files. These files can now be imported without causing system instability.

Hi all, A maintenance release of Mistika Boutique is now available with new improvements and fixes. You can already download this version from the 'Downloads' section of your Online SGO Account. Improvements Support for FCPXML versions 1.10 and 1.11 has been added. This enhancement expands compatibility with Final Cut Pro projects, allowing users to work with the latest FCPXML formats. Fixes An issue has been resolved where AAF conform with media offline was resulting in incorrect timecode and fps. This fix ensures accurate timecode and frame rate information when conforming AAF files with offline media.

Hi all, A maintenance release of Mistika Boutique is now available including new stability and usability improvements, particularly in keyframe handling, tracker operations, and file path management. You can already download this version from the Downloads section of your Online SGO Account. Fixes 3-Point Editing: Fixed 3-point editing performance, ensuring smooth editing operations. Play Buffer Threshold: Fixed the Play Buffer threshold function, improving playback and responsiveness. Get Clip Name with Groups: The “Group Clip Name” feature now works properly with Groups, ensuring proper clip name retrieval in grouped sequences. Render Background Progress: The Render Background progress has been improved allowing users to track rendering status effectively. Shape Keyframe: Fixed the Shape keyframe representation when the keyframe is in a clip or an effect. The shape keyframe now displays properly. Tracker Size and Draw Improvements: The tracker size is now automatically adjusted according to the image size, and drawing performance has been improved for better usability and accuracy. Muting Multiple Clips: Multiple clips can now be muted ensuring stability during playback. Preset Path Remembering: The path for custom presets is now remembered across sessions, improving workflow continuity. ParentFolder Token with Numbers: ParentFolder token used with numbers is working properly, resolving incorrect path handling.

Hi all, A maintenance release of Mistika Boutique is now available adding new stability improvements. You can already upgrade to this new version by going to the 'Downloads' section of your SGO Online Account. Fixes Media cache now renders at the correct resolution in Live Video. Frame rate (.mp4 FPS) detection is now accurate.

Hi all, A maintenance release of Mistika VR is now available adding a new quality improvement and other fixes. Download this version from the 'Downloads' section of your SGO Online Account. Improvements JPG quality improvement: The quality of JPGs has been enhanced for external stitches. Fixes .xmp files are not created by default anymore when rendering The memory leak issue occurring when working with resolutions higher than 16K has been fixed Exporting to .mp4 with the "audio in movie" option enabled now works smoothly Keyframes are no longer reset when using the "Improve Angles" or "Stabilize" features

Hi everyone! Preset for KanDao QooCam 3 Ultra 8K camera is now available in Mistika VR! 😃🌟 Many thanks to Stefano Sburlati from Motion Pixel for providing Calibration sample. Presets for video and stills are available in this post. Friendly reminder: Make sure to login the Forums to download the presets. *If necessary, to adjust this generic preset to your unit, center manually the crop circles for both lens, then use "improve offsets" and "improve angles" tools. KanDaoQoocam3Ultra_3840x7680_Video.grp KanDaoQoocam3Ultra_6944x3472_Still.grp

Hi all, A new maintenance release of Mistika Workflows is now available including some improvements and fixes. Download the latest update from your SGO Online Account. Improvements EditReady Template Support: EditReady now supports local user template paths, allowing greater flexibility when managing templates. Fixes FromClipName Token: The FromClipName token is now functioning correctly during renders. XAVC Import Crash: Fixed XAVC files import. Canvas Note Formatting: Canvas Notes are now working properly when applying bold or italic formatting options.