DaVinci Resolve Speed Editor: Tutorial & Overview

[@TwaynePereira]

My unit didn't come with a USB cable, upon consulting with other people that got the editor, theirs did come with one. Looks like mine was left out of the packaging. Though my packaging did have the shrink wrap intact.

[@ggzzbb]

No cable in my box either.

[@TheNefastor]

Every shop I've seen says "no cable included". Perhaps some early product run did include a cable and that was later amended.

[@waltervonassmannshausen]

No cable in mine

[@MrMilanina]

Same here, no cable.

[@DerRaucherDE]

no cable :)

[@bennettstirton118]

This is the best Speed Editor tutorial I've seen so far. Thanks for getting straight to the point!

[@carlosruiz1656]

Hey man: this video would be much better if you used split screen when using the Keyboard, that way the interaction between software and hardware is much clearer. I would also lose the BG music in a video of this kind, it's very distracting. You have a nice voice, and sounds like a good mic too. Silence, keystrokes and mouse clicks would be your perfect background. Cheers!

[@TwaynePereira]

Appreciate it! Gotten similar feedback and will keep in mind for other tutorial type videos

[@m0dul8v1b3s]

was saying the same thing

[@posebukse]

Next time do more PIP tho, lotsa edits where we just see your face while it would make sense to show the editor and the interface at the same time

[@geodesic2112]

THIS

[@HectoeFIN]

I am just a hobbyist video editor and I switched from FCP to Resolve quite recently. So far I have been using just the edit page and I haven't found a good use for the cut page over the edit page. However when l heard about this keyboard and the offer BM has had recently to get this with the Resolve Studio, I took the offer pretty much right away, because I think this will help me to utilize the cut page properly and speed up my initial raw cut workflow quite much.

[@TwaynePereira]

So the keyboard does have some functionality on the edit page! I like the cut page because of the source tape. Though, I know some resolve users are “cut page editors” and others “edit page editors” but I think it’ll benefit both, just cut page editors more so.

[@eLearningPower]

Thanks! I was struggling with the multi-track until I saw this, very clear and concise.

[@TwaynePereira]

Glad it was helpful!

[@enigmawstudios4130]

You mean it's hard TO pass up on it. This thing is great

[@Manueljusto]

Me: This is the kind of nerdy gadget that I would never buy in my entire life. BMD: If you buy one you get Studio for free. Me: *mouse click* - Shipped.

[@pepeonzima2444]

The fact is that you used to get the speed editor for free with Davinci Resolve, not the other way around.

[@2Generations_official]

Nice video. I just ordered the Speed editor with a Davinci 17 Licence. I wanted to see how does it work and your video helped me a lot. So thanks!

[@TwaynePereira]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ElectroMite]

The wheel clicks down, what does that do? 👀

[@RareAmourCaptures]

better training than the black magic trainer! keep it up

[@TwaynePereira]

Thank you kindly!!

[@abyshines]

Good video, i dropped by since i purchased speed editor after one year of trying resolve. Hey just being critical, stop looking at the camera screen, its quite distracting.

[@annekedebruyn7797]

The key also works for the standalone version of Fusion (which is way more powerful and stable than the one in resolve) which means 3 products for the price of one.

[@michaelbruchas6663]

Reminds me a bit of my old Sony BVE-900 video. Sad to say - watching Grant’s videos give me a headache. He needs a producer...

[@petera5794]

Thank you for the clearest, fastest, explanation. Just subscribed.

[@TwaynePereira]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful for you :)

[@MolecularMageXD]

Nice video dude! I have been using Davinci Resolve 16 for quite some time now. I ordered a davinci resolve 17 activation key that comes with the speed editor... So hopefully I will be able to test it out soon.

[@MattiasHolmgren]

Excellent breakdown Twayne! Thanks!

[@williamcousert]

I got mine about a week ago, and it came with a USB-C cable. If you didn't get one, call and ask for one.

[@andrew_veale]

After creating a video on the cut page if I go to the edit page the video is on one single track as I wanted but the audio is on a new track for every clip. So 100 clips means I end up with 100 audio tracks. Do you know how to stop this from happening? Cheers

[@TheNefastor]

Great video. I was considering buying it but you've just sold me on it.

[@TwaynePereira]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@TheNefastor]

@@TwaynePereira I've ordered it a couple weeks ago but it's still not there. I am told it's the norm for BlackMagic products 🤣

[@ramprasath1552]

Did you finally get the speed editor? How is your experience with it so far?@@TheNefastor

[@TheNefastor]

@@ramprasath1552 excellent. Very good tactile feel, very good integration with Resolve. It's made for the "Cut" tab but really it also mostly works in the "Edit" tab. I highly recommend.

[@chriszanf]

What would have been better is if you did a picture in picture when you were clicking the keyboard with a main screen of the editor window so we could see the direct correlation.

[@joelalonsopr8]

Great review! I haven't notice if it has a straight up delete button? kind of for marking an in and an out in a clip then quickly deleting that selected area. Is that something that is possilble with the speed editor?

[@TwaynePereira]

There’s a ripple delete button, which will delete a section and move everything in the timeline up. If you’re looking to get rid of a section, then I’d just split the clip at your in and out point and ripple delete the unwanted section. Hope that helps!

[@cuisinefacileavecchristine]

Thank you for this tutorial, you do a great job, it helps me learn how to use the speed editor !!

[@techlitindia]

Is DaVinci Resolve Studio is free with this product? I mean will I get the licence key of Studio version if I purchase this product?

[@ramprasath1552]

Yeah absolutely

[@Sethmotley]

I just got mines today with Resolve Studio and it did come with a usb c cable.

[@brianmi40]

Who did you purchase it from? I've checked with all the vendors and none have it in stock and none even know when they'll get product.

[@Sethmotley]

@@brianmi40 Focus Camera

[@brianmi40]

@@Sethmotley thanks!

[@brianmi40]

@@Sethmotley They don't have it, but found Markertek did, and they already shipped to me after lunch...

[@Sethmotley]

@@brianmi40 that’s great ! You’re gonna love using it in the cut page.

[@jcinewilliams8819]

how do you connect the editor via blutooth. when i disconnect the cord i have no connection

[@JeffPhillipsfit]

I’ve never edited anything in my life. I have a Mac. Is this the best, easiest place to start? Please advise. Thank you! Davinci resolve with speed editor?

[@JeffPhillipsfit]

Please advise, thank you!

[@TwaynePereira]

Probably best to download the free version of DaVinci Resolve and watch Blackmagic Design’s free training on the program. That way you can have a better understanding of the program and if it’s right for you before upgrading to the studio version (which comes with the editor).

[@snakezjokerz]

Great review! Really insightful! 10/10 content

[@TwaynePereira]

Appreciate you 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@billyyoung234]

Really good tips and advice, Thank You, but, the Elevator Muzak Soundtrack is so distracting from your advice, I had to rewind a couple of times to listen again to what you were saying, Traffic, waves, birdsong and even AC Hum would be better.

[@fredstork]

Great review, thanks for doing this! Here in France we are still waiting for delivery...

[@TwaynePereira]

Cheers! Glad you liked it. Seemed like some of the retailers here in Canada had them on order well before the announcement in anticipation. Hopefully yours comes soon!

[@mylifepart2]

very cool...thank you...

[@impatrickt]

how the heck did you get it so fast

[@TwaynePereira]

I pre ordered it the Monday after the keynote, with a place called AVShop in Markham. I was surprised when they called two weeks post keynote to pick it up 🤯

[@YeudyPerez]

​@@TwaynePereira I preordered mine on B&H and I have not received it yet

[@TheMillersEntertain]

Does the speed editor work with the Free Version of Davinci? At times I may be editing on a PC where I don't want to transfer a license.

[@TwaynePereira]

I don't see why not. I think DaVinci should recognize the interface once it's connected. Just double check in the interfaces panel

[@dablet]

i ordered from Adorama. i got the usb dongle for Studio but still havent received my Speed Editor. anyone else???

[@TwaynePereira]

Seems to be the case for most people. I got my version of DR Studio before the speed editor

[@YeudyPerez]

Same here, but from B&H

[@ihembayar]

Is there anyway to turn on the speed editor? Sometimes mine doesn't turn on when I open Resolve.

[@TwaynePereira]

That's definitely been an annoyance for me as well. I find that you can reconnect with the USB cable and it should recognize it when resolve is open.

[@coolaj86]

Could you post a link to Grant Petty's keynote? I've been searching les Googles and les KZbins to no avail.

[@coolaj86]

I did find this though: DaVinci Resolve Speed Editor - How to with Grant Petty kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3Kml6WlmL2mpc0 (amazing how bad their AV is on their tutorials considering that they power Hollywood)

[@TwaynePereira]

Yup that's the one!

[@coolaj86]

@@TwaynePereira Full video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpKtqHWBfseAfrs

[@HoundDogMech]

2 things 1 how does the speed editor work in other Pages beside the cut page Namely the Edit & Fairlight page. and 2 any chance of comparing it to the Contour ShuttlePRO V.2 - shuttle wheel - USB

[@sharonleibel]

As a new Resolve user, And editing in general, Do you recommend I learn editing while using the speed editor, Or is it recommended to learn editing using Keyboard/Mouse/Menus first?

[@TwaynePereira]

You can definitely learn using the speed editor. Though it’ll definitely force you to edit on the cut page vs the edit page since that’s where most of the functionality is mapped.

[@sharonleibel]

@@TwaynePereira Thanks! I see many are not even using the CUT page. Is that the same for you?

[@TwaynePereira]

@@sharonleibel I prefer the cut page because I work with a lot of Multicam, dialogue and time coded footage. It makes it easy to put together a rough cut.

[@sharonleibel]

@@TwaynePereira I see, So it's a "leaner" process before you start editing in detail. Great, Thanks for the tips!

[@dallatorretdu]

I did opened mine up, The switches are Kailh Red. And they forgot to lube the Stop/Play stabilizer

[@rubenm5138]

seeing the visual only of the speed editor and not the editing as well made it really hrd to follow as someone thats newer to both davinci and the editor, otherwise it was a good video, but im having to find another now to get a better picture

[@fotofyn]

What is the link to the deeper video in features. You mention a name?

[@TwaynePereira]

Yup! It’s the keynote from Blackmagic kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpKtqHWBfseAfrs

[@techies_gaming8091]

can we macro this bad guy? bind another keyboard combo to 1 button?

[@TwaynePereira]

Hmm not that I’m aware of entirely. But I know people have written JavaScript for it so it works in chrome

[@daveyespo]

Thank you Twayne!

[@TwaynePereira]

Any time!

[@johananGR]

Thanks!

[@JoelRiveraMD]

Question: when I hit the in and out points on a clip, can I cut the reminder of the clip that I outside of that in and out points ? When I hit the cut key on the speed editor nothing happens . I’m confused by that cut key and the In and out points you mentioned

[@TwaynePereira]

The cut key is a transition. So any time you hit "split" it'll make a hard cut. If you hit the key adjacent to that dissolve, it'll had a dissolve anytime you split a clip. Use the in and out on the source media/source tape and then "append" or "smart insert" that section into your timeline.

[@AllThingsTop5]

Damn you! You convinced me to buy it

[@TwaynePereira]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@df3yt]

How do you actually pair this to the PC? I can't see it in the bluetooth, where's the "on" button?

[@TwaynePereira]

Once you connect it via USB cable it'll turn on and be automatically recognized by your PC.

[@maniratnamcreator]

does the footage sync automatically if we have a multicam sequence or we have to sync bin?

[@TwaynePereira]

You have to sync either by waveform or timecode first. There’ll be a chain symbol above where all your media is, so you can initialize the sync

[@maniratnamcreator]

@@TwaynePereira ok ...that was the process i know but i got a doubt on seeing your video and grant petty demo video as he directly shows the synced clips . so out of curiosity i asked. Thank you for the review .. Can't wait for my speed editor to get my hands on.

[@curtishadley4114]

Would be a better video if your could see the editor live in a corner while you work. This is a little confusing.

[@cupiddstunt]

Please do not be offended this is meant to be contructive. I managed four and a half minutes watching before giving up and writing this. Firstly I apologise if this is in places somewhat blunt but sometimes bluntness is best. I had a quick scroll through the comments and there’s a lot of praise. Which I find odd as being a “never used this in my life” person I felt this video was basically a piece of s***e. I’m sitting watching this and I get a distinct, what the f**k,,, you’re showing the editor, then a bit of video, then the editor, then video, then,,,,,,,, you get the idea. Very little making any connection for me. For me the video had no flow, I could feel no progression through the steps, it appeared to be randomly jumping around. You’re doing a “video” on a “video editor” so why not a simple pic in pic so new folks like me can see exactly what you are looking at while doing what with the editor, so hopefully we can connect your voice over to the events???????? why not a very simple showing how you made this very video useing the speed editor. --- Sorry the following is an edit. --- This all started when I typed a simple search for “How to connect a DaVinci speed editor” into my search engine. First hits were from KZbin and first video was yours. I clicked on your video and was bored to distraction within four and a half minutes. And I needed to work really hard to last that long. I clicked on the very next video in the youtube recommended list and well lo and behold, a video that appears to be everything yours is not. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5_Tnadnp5mWgq8 The presenter is talking about the very same item and although he appears to be talking faster, to me he is coming across as a lot more relaxed and a lot more engaging. They have a highlight on their mouse cursor to make watching, tracking and “connecting the dots” far less stressful and far easier to follow, along with the pic in pic to be able to see what they are doing as they describe their actions. I also noticed that the colour is vastly different between the two videos, yours feels quite cold, distant and sterile while the other quite warm and welcoming. Understanding your potential audience is very important and I think the complimentary comments were from people that already had a grasp on the speed editor before watching.

[@rMr.big13]

I jus got min....did get a cable with, but i don' t see iy in my imac's bluethooth:(

[@TwaynePereira]

Try going to control panels in the DaVinci menus and see if it can connect. I only use this on my pc and connecting the cable seemed to enable the bluetooth. Hopefully you can get yours connected!

[@oskarneftel3756]

It'd be amazing, if they would've added a save button, so I don't have to reach for my keyboard every time.

[@BrownPassport]

GREAT! Mine came with the USB C cable. though like @Twayne mentioned, perhaps it's not meant to come with it and perhaps some of the OG ones did but the newer shipments didn't ?? IDK, either way, it is an easy cable to get. Being an Android user it's the exact same cable used for my phone.

[@TwaynePereira]

Perhaps! Either way I’m not too fussy. I have way too many cables

[@ramprasath1552]

Hey, Did you get the studio license with the speed editor for free?

[@itsmhmd3479]

next time please put a small screen for the speed editor aside .. because not everything is clear.

[@finalcutstudio1]

Will this work with Davinci Resolve 15? Or only 17?

[@TwaynePereira]

I wish I knew. Though I think the DaVinci resolve license is for life. So you should be able to update to Studio 17 and have the keyboard work.

[@cameronleehorace]

Mine came with a USB C cable in the box

[@brianmi40]

This product is beginning to look like VAPORWARE: I know several people with orders placed during the announcement, and NO PRODUCT IS BEING SHIPPED. That was nearly 3 MONTHS AGO... Does anyone know, is Blackmagic SOLVENT, and planning to SHIP THIS PRODUCT???

[@TwaynePereira]

Retailers in Canada have it in stock . . .

[@brianmi40]

@@TwaynePereira Wow, so far my replies on video comments show the UK and Canada have stock, and none in the USA where I am. thanks

[@brianmi40]

@AutumnAspens Yeah, that happens when you wait for 2 months for a product with no date given. I found it at Markertek, received it in 2 days, and canceled my order at useless B&H...

[@mikie0307]

I use DaVinci Resolve for my videos! is this something that i should get!??! Cool vid you have here. you got the talent for sure. nice review~

[@TwaynePereira]

I think if your edits have tonnes of footage and you have to turn around lots of quick edits, this is super helpful. I find I love it for multicam workflow in the cut page, since I edit a lot of corporate stuff and do events. Though, I think it’ll make any user’s life easier.

[@mikie0307]

@@TwaynePereira this is very good to know!

[@JChand83]

Can i connect the traditional keyboard with speed editor keyboard to the system?

[@TwaynePereira]

Yup! You can have your traditional keyboard plus this. The DaVinci speed editor keyboard will only work in Resolve, unless you write script for other programs

[@JChand83]

@@TwaynePereira Tx. I meant can i attach both keyboard in resolve at same time ?

[@TwaynePereira]

@@JChand83 yes, both will be functional, if that’s what you’re asking.

[@JChand83]

@@TwaynePereira Thanks

[@julientaylor]

Con - Backlit Keys ???? - You Grade in the Dark, you dont Cut in the Dark! Con - No On/Off switch?? - When not in use, it hibernates just like any Wireless Mouse or Keyboard (most of them , also dont have switches).

[@Vanderloo5]

Mine came with a cable to connect to my Computer

[@nareshmalla337]

How to charge it it shows me a low battery sign

[@TwaynePereira]

There isn’t an indicator but in DaVinci Resolve, under panels it’ll show how much battery percentage is left

[@nareshmalla337]

@@TwaynePereira yes sir thank you alot

[@CreativeVUZE]

Does any part of the controller work in premiere like other controllers?

[@TwaynePereira]

Not that I know of. But I’m curious if you could write script for it

[@CreativeVUZE]

@@TwaynePereira if you've ever seen the tourbox controller it has software that allows you to sync buttons to multiple editor functions from davinci to pro tools. I feel like that software *may* be able to be used with the Davinci controller somehow.

[@TwaynePereira]

@@CreativeVUZE hmm I’ll give it a try with the software

[@donmiko345]

What? They offered you a free keyboard with Studio? How does that work?

[@proteus1]

Mine doesnt light up when i plug it in.

[@TwaynePereira]

The keys aren’t backlit. There’s only a small indicator on some keys.

[@Not-Only-Reaper-Tutorials]

no it came with USB-C cable

[@MrMilanina]

How did you clear your In and Out points at 5.30?

[@TwaynePereira]

Double tap the in and out buttons. This will activate the secondary function of the keys.

[@MrMilanina]

@@TwaynePereira Ah, I am silly, it even says CLR. Thanks!!!

[@TwaynePereira]

@@MrMilanina haha no worries! Hope you’re enjoying it

[@artheoxdotexe]

its a mechanical switch right?

[@TwaynePereira]

Most definitely feel like it

[@artheoxdotexe]

@@TwaynePereira it works on premiere right? lol

[@Applecompuser]

would this also work with FInal Cut? Thanks in advance.

[@SteveMetcalf]

No, it will not work in Final Cut or any other NLE.

[@ahsimiksnabac6576]

i tried to claim my FREE speed editor with my activation of Resolve Studio 18, but was told, "NO WAY MAN" and was give some corporate double speak as to way not, even though i had purchased a BM PCC which comes with an activation code for Resolve Studio (and had never been used). don’t you just love it when the corporates do their ripOff thang, but make out, its ur fault. I have to say I LOVE Black Magic products, but can’t stand their bottom line first/user last capitalistic ways.

[@ramprasath1552]

Actually, You get a free davinci resolve studio as a gift when you buy a speed editor. But you wont get a speed editor when you buy the software seperately. It sounds strange but it is what it is.

[@mmc5261]

Lol bro you haven’t sold me the multi cam needs a main program view

[@TwaynePereira]

Could definitely be worked in a future update for the cut page in DaVinci. Edit page has program view for Multicam. But for me I’m not terribly fussy.

[@unwindingskies]

Before this video gets too watched... could you remove the musak please? I am a musician and I am here to learn, not to listen to background noise. Honestly, it is as distracting as it is annoying. And there is no possible justifiable reason. Trust me - you will gain more fans if you teach without it. When did you EVER attend a lecture or lesson with musak behind the teacher? Me neither.

[@TwaynePereira]

Appreciate the feedback, will keep in mind for future tutorial type videos.

[@BuyNowThinkLater]

@@TwaynePereira I personally really like the music as it’s makes the video more engaging and not as dull if it was just your voice

[@unwindingskies]

@@Herr.Mitternacht The obvious solution is to produce two videos, one with and one without musak. If the intro stated which was which, then the user could select their preference. Disagrreing with someone does not make either party grumpy. It allows for a useful discourse. There are many like yourself who can work with musak. Equally - there are many who can not. The latter are often musicians who are trained to listen closely to aural input. I am surmising that, from your comment, you are not one. The two-video solution would thus satisfy all. As it is - this video is, for me, unwatchable.

[@AllThingsTop5]

Didn't even notice the music

[@mazart612]

2 uploads for every video.!? Mr "musician" over here acting like this is his first time going on KZbin, pshh. Silly Fuck. Dope vid!