Master the Vegas Pro 8 toolset, including its industry-leading HD and audio capabilities. This comprehensive guide delivers the nuts and bolts of the essential tasks, from installing the application to outputting, together with practical editing techniques and real-world examples for working more efficiently.Packed with all the necessary materials, including video footage, sequences, and detailed instructions, this book and downloadable resources combo gives you a working knowledge of Vegas Pro 8. Better expert advice simply can't be found. Key features include:* Capturing video including HD, HDV, XDCAM, and AVCHD* Using editing tools, transitions, filters, and third-party plug-ins* Multicam production and editing* Color correction, titling and compositing* Recording and editing audio; using audio plug-ins* Creating and using Media Manager databases* Web video workflow* 24p HDCAM/DVCAM workflow for the independent filmmaker