The VIRAL Duplicate Effect in DaVinci Resolve + Drag&Drop Plugin!

Summary

In this tutorial, learn how to create a dynamic duplicate effect in DaVinci Resolve using Fusion, perfect for speed ramps. The video walks you through tracking a subject with the Magic Mask tool, setting keyframes for position and angle, and refining the effect with spline curves. It also covers adding an impact dust effect and shake for realism, alongside custom sound effects. For quicker results, a plugin is introduced that automates the process with pre-animated effects. The video concludes with a limited-time offer on the plugin for just $9, designed to save time and enhance your editing workflow.

Takeaways

• 😀 Learn how to create a duplicate effect in DaVinci Resolve, which works great for speed ramps.
• 😀 The effect is easily achievable using Fusion and requires no advanced knowledge of animation.
• 😀 For speed ramping, use a magic mask to isolate the subject and track it in both directions.
• 😀 Adjust the stack effect by tweaking the position, angle, and smoothness using keyframes and spline curves.
• 😀 The duplicate effect can be simplified with a custom plugin, which saves time and automates many steps.
• 😀 The plugin includes 8 pre-animated effects that are fully customizable to fit your project needs.
• 😀 The plugin automatically adjusts to the clip’s length and offers customization options like speed, duration, and offset.
• 😀 To add an impact dust effect, use a planer tracker and corner positioner to track and adjust the position of the effect.
• 😀 You can enhance the impact with an adjustment layer, shake effect, and custom easing to create a better roll-off.
• 😀 Sound effects play a crucial role in making the visual effects more impactful, with two key sound types needed: clicking sounds for the duplicate and a big impact sound for the hit.
• 😀 A limited-time offer for the plugin is available at a discounted price of $9, with only a few copies left, encouraging quick action.

Q & A

What is the main visual effect being taught in the script?

The script explains how to create a duplicated 'stack effect' using the Duplicate node in DaVinci Resolve Fusion, commonly used to enhance speed ramp transitions.

Which node is used to isolate the subject before applying the duplicate effect?

The Magic Mask node is used to isolate the subject by drawing a mask around them and tracking the subject forward and backward.

Why is the Merge node applied after the Magic Mask?

The Merge node is used to composite the isolated subject back onto the timeline and prepare the node tree for additional effects such as duplication.

How is the duplicate 'stack' effect created?

By adding a Duplicate node, setting the copy count (e.g., to five), and adjusting the center, angle, and position keyframes to animate the effect.

What role does the Spline editor play in refining the effect?

The Spline editor smooths out animations by adjusting curves for the position and angle keyframes, preventing the movement from looking too linear.

What advantage does the creator’s duplicate plugin offer?

The plugin includes eight pre-animated, customizable effects that automatically match the clip length, saving time by removing the need for manual animation.

How is the impact dust effect added to the scene?

A Planar Tracker is used to track the impact location, then a dust effect is added via a Merge node, aligned using a Planar Transform and Corner Positioner.

Why is a Transform node added before the Corner Positioner?

The Transform node allows fine-tuning of the dust effect’s size and position before the Corner Positioner handles perspective and placement.

What is the purpose of adding a Shake effect?

The Shake effect simulates camera impact, making the dust and collision moment feel more realistic by adding controlled movement to the frame.

Why are sound effects essential in completing the final impact effect?

Sound effects add realism and emotional weight, enhancing both the duplicate animation (with clicking sounds) and the impact moment (with collision audio).

What types of sound effects does the script recommend?

Two types: a clicking sound for the duplicate effect and a heavy impact sound for the dust and collision moment.

What special offer does the creator mention at the end?

A limited-time offer to purchase the duplicate effects plugin for $9, with only seven discounted copies remaining.