Soundmaster ION integrates multiple ICONs for Star Wars

The pioneering final dub of Star Wars Episode III was made possible by powerful algorithms exclusive to Soundmaster ION. Three Digidesign ICON D-Control consoles, controlling Pro Tools systems containing dialog, music and effects elements at 29.97 fps, were instantly synchronized with each other and an external 23.976 fps high definition video player via ION. Each dubbing mixer was able to independently use his own D-Control's transport buttons to provide motion control over the picture, while each D-Control/Pro Tools immediately followed in perfect sync. ION seamlessly integrated the high definition elements, forcing "A" frame relationships automatically! Furthermore, ION synchronized all three D-Control/Pro Tools systems immediately and simultaneously, making it appear that they were one.

No other system can even come close to achieving what Soundmaster ION delivered flawlessly and effortlessly for this ground-breaking dub. If you purchase ICON consoles for post production, you are not getting your best return on investment without Soundmaster ION to complete them. Follow the lead of other major facilities such as Disney and Technicolor and experience the ION advantage.

Technicolor Bangkok

Soundmaster ION onboard Technicolor Bangkok's ICON installation. Technicolor Hollywood has dual VIRPAD paddle units onboard their ICON consoles, one built-in and one floating in our desktop mount.

Laser Pacific

Two VIRPADs with film paddles on Digidesign ICON script trays, with a central ION color-coded keyboard and shared monitor at pioneering Laser Pacific in Hollywood, California

photograph courtesy of RSPE Audio Solutions, Los Angeles©

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