Differences between BeatMark 2 and BeatMark Pro

Purpose & Functionality

BeatMark 2 is primarily for music marker generation and editing, while BeatMark Pro provides a full video editing workflow synchronized to music.

BeatMark 2

Focuses on analyzing audio tracks to generate timed music markers for Final Cut Pro X.
Provides tools to cut and shorten music tracks within the app before exporting them.
Helps editors align music beats with video cuts but does not handle video clip sequencing.

BeatMark Pro

A more advanced tool that extends beyond music markers.
Enables automatic music-driven video editing, allowing users to import video clips and arrange them in sync with the beat.
Functions as a video project management system that integrates clips, cuts music, and generates a complete timeline.

Editing Capabilities

BeatMark 2 provides music-focused marker management, while BeatMark Pro delivers automated clip arrangement and advanced editing options.

BeatMark 2

Allows users to manually manage music markers, including specifying time signatures (3/4, 4/4).
Enables users to make cuts within the music file itself, offering a faster workflow.
Exports an FCPXML file with markers to be used in Final Cut Pro.

BeatMark Pro

Automatically arranges video clips based on the beat structure of the song.
Includes options for changing the duration of the music intelligently, ensuring smooth transitions.
Provides editing pace settings (Flat, Crescendo, Normal Valley, Crescendo Valley) to control the speed of cuts.
Advanced marker management allows users to force specific cut points.

User Interface & Workflow

BeatMark 2 is a lightweight tool for music marker generation, while BeatMark Pro is a full-fledged editing system with more control and project management features.

BeatMark 2

Simple UI designed for users who need to extract markers and refine music tracks.
Focuses on individual song analysis, marker placement, and minor adjustments.

BeatMark Pro

A more comprehensive and complex interface, allowing full video sequencing.
Supports document-based projects, so users can save, duplicate, and refine projects over time.

Export & Final Cut Pro Integration

BeatMark 2 exports basic music markers, while BeatMark Pro exports fully arranged video projects.

BeatMark 2

Exports an FCPXML file containing music markers for manual editing in Final Cut Pro.
Can export just the music clip with markers or an entire timeline with placeholders.

BeatMark Pro

Exports a fully edited video timeline to Final Cut Pro, complete with cut music, placed video clips, and transitions.
Offers customizable export formats, including frame rates, resolutions, and clip placements.