The Muvipix.com Guide to DVD Architect Studio 5.0 Paperback – December 14, 2010

I ordered this book, together with The Muvipix.com Guide to Sony Movie Studio Platinum 12, from the Muvipix website. I live in the UK so was pleased that Amazon.co.uk could supply the Sony Movie Studio Guide. They didn't stock the version 5.0 Guide to DVD Architect Studio so ordered this through Amazon.com. Unfortunately, shipping costs and the exchange rate meant that this slimmer volume ended up costing practically the same as the Movie Studio book. I've read about one third of the Movie Studio Guide but have only skimmed through DVD Architect which arrived a week ago. I'm sure that DVD Architect will answer several questions about this program as I've previously read a couple of Muvipix guides on other programs and have found them very informative and written in an easy to understand formula. I look forward to reading these new books and putting what I've learned into practice in the two programs.

Unless you have experience such as a professional I consider this book "A Must Have" to learn the ins and outs sof Sony Plantinum 12. For the most part this book has answered my questions related to operating the Sony program. There are some minor improvements that could be made that would save time in learning. I know that DVD Architect Studio is another program and another book has been written that deals with that program, however, since Platninum 12 requires using DVD AStudio to set up a disc menu it would be good if a basic explanation of its use be given. Also, most important is the need for a more comprehensive index. This would save anyone significant time. The book would serve as a practical manual if it had a better index. Reading the book through is beneficial, however, no one retains everything that they read and at some point must go back to the book and find where an operation is explained, and a better index for key words would be very time-saving.

Before trying the actual Architect 5.0 program or buying the Grisetti book, one might think the price of the book is a tad high. But when one considers the many hours saved by not having to figure out this somewhat complex DVD authoring program by hunt and peck, the original opinion regarding high price of the book changes. Steve Grisetti's "DVD Architect 5.0" is well worth it, as it's organized in step by step progressions that make it much quicker and easier putting together a simple or complex DVD or Blu-Ray that will satisfy its creator. The many illustrations add to the readers' comprehension of how things are done, and the writing is clear and informative. You could trying figuring out the program yourself. But why?

Written by a guy who not only knows the software inside out, but also has the ability to put it across to the beginner. Before I got the book I was really floundering, even though I was fairly adept with a different authoring programme. Having a hard copy to hand means that you can walk off to another room for a physical break.The only possible faults are a wee bit of repetition (no bad thing, maybe?) and the occasional reference to the wrong software (PE!). Well worth the money.

Pretty much straightforward how to book. Be prepared to do a little studying to use the program properly though. I'd say Steve Grisetti is one of the best at layman's terms, then explaining all the bells and whistles that come after.

Using Sony Vegas left me unsure of how to finish my project properly. This book is first rate as Steve Grisetti explains the various options very clearly - which is needed by a novice to move on. First class.

I was expecting much more from this author !

Steve explains and walks you through the "how to do" process with colored pictures and step by stepInstructions. A must have book if you want to take your video production to the next level.

Il programma ha talmente tante potenzialità da richiedere, almeno nelle prime esperienze, una guida che fornisca le conoscenze necessarie e soluzioni ben spiegate e documentate. Il punto di forza del libro è la chiarezza di esposizione che porta a realizzare DVD e Bluray gratificanti le ore e l’impegno dedicato al video montaggio.E' un manuale indispensabile per chi utilizza per il Montaggio video Sony Vegas o Sony Movie Studio Platinum 13.

I have been using earlier versions of DVD Architect for years but recently I was finding that even HD footage was breaking up when I played my DVDs on a modern widescreen TV. How the professionals overcome this challenge seemed to me to be one of life's great mysteries until I read this book! I now understand how the selection of various options when you set up a project affects the finished product and how it appears on a TV screen. All these options are clearly explained and advice is offered on which to choose, instead of leaving you to guess. So, with this latest edition of the software and the expertise of Steve Grisetti and Movipix, I'm hopeful that my future efforts will be vastly improved from now on.

Decent books about Sony video editing software is hard to find, this ones a gem.After half an hour, I learnt more about Architect than following all the video reviews. A bit expensive in the UK but worth it for anyone that wants to exploit what the software is capable of.For anyone that wants an insight into some of the capabilities of this relatively cheap DVD Authoring software, buy this book.Apart from some missing features, most of which most would not use, this software is very close to Adobe's much more expensive Encore (Come on Sony give us 5.1 on Blu-ray to make this software awesome value)

Not many user manuals walk you through the complexities of technical software you buy to do a specific job, but this one does just that, and should have been written by Sony, Just brilliant. If you're into creating DVDs or specialist CDs, this is the book to buy. Add to this the tutorials provided bt the program and making DVDs and CDs becmes childs play.

Good easy to follow instruction manual. This has helped a lot as there is not a good learning tutorial with the software, I can't get it to work.