Offering the most flexibility for a professional NLE, Lightworks is available in 32 bit and 64 bit versions. With the 64 bit version, Lightworks can take advantage of larger memory capacity, which increases codec performance, particularly for Long GOP formats such as H.264.

Realtime GPU effects architecture
With a fast effects pipeline architecture that uses the full power of modern GPUs, Lightworks can handle many layers of real time effects in SD, HD, 2K, 4K and even 5K! You can even adjust parameters during playback giving you the best experience in effects editing for an NLE.

Cross platform
Lightworks will be the only professional editing solution available for all three major desktop operating systems – Windows, Mac OSX and Linux. With the Windows version out now, and the Linux release around the corner, we’re excited to be the first to offer this level of cross-platform flexibility.

Broadcast monitoring with SDI hardware
Display your edits on Broadcast monitors through SDI hardware for crystal clear compliant monitoring. Audio offset adjustments allow picture and sound to remain in sync no matter what output route they take.

Up to 5K resolution editing
Resolution independent projects and timelines provide a far less restricted editing experience. Lightworks supports up to 5K file formats for realtime editing and up to 2K in realtime output monitoring without any additional hardware.

Red Rocket

Lightworks supports up to two RED Rocket hardware cards in a single system, providing realtime 4K and 5K full resolution playback. Even with a single card, you can edit in full resolution 2K with no additional I/O hardware.
Matrox MXO2

Lightworks supports the entire Matrox line-up of MXO2 devices for superior I/O support – HD-SDI, SD-SDI, Analogue and AES Audio, input and output. With support for desktops and laptops, the MXO2 range provides comprehensive connectivity in a portable form.
Mackie Protocol support