Launches free 90-day software trial for AJA T-TAP, KONA 1, KONA 4, Io 4K and Io 4K Plus customers
Madrid, Spain and Grass Valley, CA (July 17, 2020) – SGO today announced that it has partnered with AJA Video Systems to make its subscription-based full-finishing software solution Mistika Boutique compatible with AJA's T-TAP, the portable Thunderbolt™-powered I/O device, in the latest Mistika 10 release. The company simultaneously announced the launch of a special promotion offering a free 90-day trial of Mistika Boutique with new AJA T-TAP, KONA 1, KONA 4, Io 4K and Io 4K Plus purchases.
Mistika Boutique is a subscription-based full finishing software for Windows and macOS, designed to run on industry-standard, off-the-shelf hardware. It features the complete spectrum of professional finishing tools, from conform to VFX, color grading, Stereo 3D, VR and more, with pricing ranging from €99 ($112) to €299 ($338) per month. When combined with AJA T-TAP, an affordable, compact video and audio output device that allows professionals to monitor high-quality 10-bit HD, SD, HDR and 2K video with embedded audio output from any compatible Mac or PC, Mistika Boutique provides users with a new cost-effective option for feeding Mac and PC outputs to preferred displays for an enhanced finishing experience.
"Mistika Boutique was created for any type of post-production facility, including smaller studios or even freelance artists who want to take full advantage of the capabilities that our Mistika Technology software provides, with the added flexibility to work with their preferred hardware. T-TAP is an intuitive and extremely cost-efficient device, making it a perfect complement for Mistika Boutique users finishing 2D, 3D and even VR content on a laptop or computer," shared Geoff Mills, Managing Director at SGO. "Having worked with AJA previously to integrate KONA and Corvid cards into our high-end, turnkey Mistika Ultima finishing systems, delivering Mistika Boutique support for T-TAP was a natural progression. Working with AJA is always a pleasure, and we trust that our customers are in very good hands with a high-quality product and support they can depend on."
"In recent months, the importance of strong remote post production capabilities has become paramount, and our partnership with SGO aims to make mobile finishing that much simpler, providing an affordable way to get your Mistika Boutique output from your laptop or computer to a range of supported 3G-SDI and HDMI displays," shared Nick Rashby, President, AJA Video Systems. "Collaboration with their team has been fantastic, and we look forward to continuing our work together."
A free 90-day trial of Mistika Boutique is now available to new AJA T-TAP, KONA 1, KONA 4, Io 4K and Io 4K Plus customers through 30 September 2020. An SGO redemption coupon can be found in the box of new sales of these products. For more information, visit: www.sgo.es/mistika-boutique-aja/
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
