Waiting .... "I hate waiting."

You, know, I actually haven't evaluated DVD Architect because I expect the price to be over what I'm wanting to pay ($100). And it doesn't do SVCD.

Perhaps I should be more patient.

David

I've read several places that DVD Complete is one of the better low price burners; but I have had good luck with DVD Workshop if you want a more powerful product. If your files meet DVD specs and you check "Do not convert complient files," DVD Workshop does not transcode video or audio.

I have pre-ordered VV4 w/DVD Arc. from South Harbor Computers for $450 ($150 less than expected street price), because I think the ability to import markers as chapter points is a big bonus...and I really like spending my money on Sonic Foundry stuff - Good Software - Gooooood. Kevin.

Take a look at Pinnacle DV Studio. I got a copy at a local store for $50 and it came with a $50 rebate (net cost $0) and it, imo, is better than DV Architect feature wise. It has lots of templates (instead of 3), handles TOCs on VCDs and DVDs and allows chapter points, etc. I'm sure there are better programs, but for the price this was a real find. I'm a little disappointed with DV Architect. SoFo still doesn't have a decent VCD solution. I know that there is not a big market for VCD, but it still does exist and I still need to use it.

Tom

Tserface: Are you sure you're not referring to "Studio8?" StudioDV was the precursor to Studio7, and Studio8 is the successor with added DVD authoring capabilities. I used StudioDV and Studio7 a lot, and they are great, easy-to-use NLEs, though somewhat buggy. Can't hold a candle to VV3/4 in features, however.