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New Point Release: mocha v2.6.2   

 
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New version of mocha, mocha AE & mocha Pro
v2.6.2 is a new update that fixes the following:
  • Activation on Mac OS X 10.7 Lion  
  • Tracking skip ahead one frame after stopping
  • Project saving permissions for OSX & Linux
  • Nuke roto import mis-scale issue
  • HD pixel aspect ratios for FCP shape export  

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Most Common Questions about v2.6.2  

 

Q. Do I need a new license? Who qualifies for the free upgrade?

A. If you have an active licenses of the the following products, you do not require a new license: 

  • All owners of mocha Pro 
  • Owners of mocha v2 and later (full license not mocha AE)
  • Owners of mocha AE v2.5 and later. 

Q. I own a mocha AE that ships with Adobe After Effects CS4-CS5.5, can I install the the latest mocha v2.6.2?

A. No, if you are running a version of the Adobe bundled mocha AE CS4, CS5 or CS5.5, your software release support is covered by Adobe. You will need to upgrade to a newer mocha product to receive the point release support.   

 

In the Spotlight: TRIXTER's Superhero Sized VFX    

 
"On X-Men: First Class our task was to replace Mystique's eyes. Without mocha, it wouldn't have been possible in the given time while allowing us to keep to our quality standards."

"mocha has truly changed the way we work here at TRIXTER and enables us to tackle the most complex VFX and stereo 3D conversion projects with the confidence that we can deliver flawless results, every time!" 

- Michael Habenicht, Compositing TD for TRIXTER


 

Tutorial: mocha to Apple Motion 5 Workflow  

 
New video tutorial from Product Manager, Martin Brennand covers mocha AE v2.6.2 planar tracking transform & corner pin import workflow for Apple Motion 5.

All current versions of mocha products now export tracking to Apple Motion format.


Note: mocha AE that ships with Adobe After Effects requires a paid upgrade to add support for Apple Motion, FCP & Boris) 
 

Product Review: Studio Daily on mocha Pro 

 
"This incredibly fast 64-bit optimized, standalone 2.5D planar tracking package is perfect for any production house that needs to add, remove and change elements in even the most complicated of scenes. It will definitely save you both time and budget, and should be a worthy addition to your editing arsenal." Overall Rating = Hot

- Nino Del Padre for Studio Daily

 

Show off your work!

 
It is that time of year again. We are now starting to compile a new showreel featuring customer footage. Looking for VFX breakdowns and before/after examples of shots in which any mocha product was used.

If we use your footage in the reel, we will send you an official mocha branded coffee mug and your name will be credited and seen around the world!

contact us for more info

 

Take a class - fxphd 

 
Our friends at online education site fxphd have released their January 2012 class listings.

Check out Ben Heusner Brownlee's Tools of Roto & Paint class for more mocha tips & tricks.

more info on fxphd