Upgrade OLD version of Final Cut Pro?

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Upgrade OLD version of Final Cut Pro?

I was recently given a unopened version of Final Cut Pro 3...If I install it is it possible to upgrade it to the current version? If so, is that complicated? Expensive? Anything else I should know?
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Peter

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.5)

Posted on Dec 21, 2009 11:44 AM

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Studio X

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Dec 21, 2009 11:50 AM in response to Reitzmail

It will not install so don't even try.

If the license is for a full retail version (that is, NOT an Academic version, not an upgrade version or not a Not For Resale version), you can upgrade to Final Cut Studio 3 for $299. The details can be found on the Apple Final Cut Studio Store web pages.

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Dec 21, 2009 12:16 PM in response to Studio X

Thanks. As it turns out it is an Academic single user version. Does this help my situation? interms of installable or upgradable (without additional payment)? It was never installed by the original purchaser.

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Nick Holmes

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Dec 21, 2009 12:33 PM in response to Reitzmail

Academic versions are not upgradeable.
You can update it so long as Apple provide those at no extra charge, as they do with system updates.

You can install an Academic version as it is -there's no need for a serial number from a previous full price copy.

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Dec 21, 2009 12:41 PM in response to Nick Holmes

Thanks. Is (in your opinion) FC Pro3 worth installing for someone who will just be doing minor projects or is there a better way to go?

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Nick Holmes

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Dec 21, 2009 12:49 PM in response to Reitzmail

I don't actually have FCS 3 yet.

As to whether it's the right editing package for you, what video format will you be working with?
Is that format covered by iMovie or another editing software and is its functionality enough?
What is your level of video editing experience?

For my part, I prefer Final Cut Studio and know it well. I have yet to see something that works better for my budget, expectations and needs.

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Tom Wolsky

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Dec 21, 2009 12:53 PM in response to Reitzmail

If you mean Final Cut Pro version 3, it will not install on your computer, and even if it does install you should not use it with that OS. The gift unfortunately has no value to you.

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Dec 21, 2009 12:58 PM in response to Nick Holmes

Thanks again for your fast response. I am definitely a novice. This version is Final Cut PRO 3 not STUDIO 3. Is there a big difference? If I'm not doing this professionally, do you know if this is a version I can currently use w/ my system (below)? I've worked with iMovie and have to believe that this would be a little more comprehensive of a program. Thanks again for your help & patience.

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Dec 21, 2009 1:08 PM in response to Tom Wolsky

Thanks... I think 😉 ... I appreciate you saving me any potential future computer troubles/headaches!

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