Dubbing · Takes · Timecode

The take software
for dubbing and ADR.

Import the script, set timecodes while the picture plays, link to Pro Tools or Nuendo and export the finished script – all in one window.

macOS & Windows · Version 1.2.5 · English, German, French
MARA: The truth? You've known it all along.10:01:23:1410:01:23:141:23-2:31Speed:0.5x0.75x1x1.25x1.5x2xⓘ Video-InfoVolume:100 %MARA, JONAS:10:01:22:10 - 10:01:27:02206/43LocateTimecodesTakesEpisode:206FPS:25 ▾Font:Arial ▾14 ptINFONight. Rooftop of a high-rise.It's raining.RECORDED10:01:12:04 - 10:01:15:20 206/ 41MARA:You shouldn't have come here,Jonas.AGAIN10:01:16:08 - 10:01:19:12 206/ 42JONAS:I just wanted to hearthe truth.10:01:22:10 - 10:01:27:02 206/ 43MARA:The truth? You've known itall along.JONAS:Then say itto my face.10:01:28:00 - 10:01:30:16 206/ 44MARA:Not here. Not tonight.10:01:33:05 - 10:01:36:11 206/ 45JONAS:…DE ▾☾ Dark Mode132 / 210 recorded6 againDAW 10:01:23:14Version 1.2.5|DF ADR
Features

Everything a taker needs.

From the raw script to markers in your DAW – no detours through spreadsheets and paper.

Script import

RTF and Word (DOCX): tables with role and text, “ROLE: text” or finished scripts including timecodes and episode.

Timecodes on the fly

Play the picture, press I for TC IN and O for TC OUT – DF ADR moves to the next take by itself. All frame rates incl. drop frame.

Frame-accurate video

Frame by frame with audio, J-K-L shuttle, speed ×0.5 to ×2 and video on a second screen.

DAW link

Linked to Pro Tools or Nuendo, the video follows playback. Click a take – the DAW jumps there.

Takes as markers

New takes appear automatically as markers in Pro Tools (2023 and later) or as cycle markers in Nuendo.

Status on the stage

A = recorded, N = retake. Progress and filters always show what is still open.

Voice actor planning

Assign roles to voice actors, estimate the remaining time and build a schedule for the studio days – print or PDF.

Studio exports

Script as PDF or Word, CSV for Nuendo, Nuendo track archive (XML), MIDI markers and dispo lists.

Timeline & roles

Track timeline, roles window with share, search across the whole script.

How it works

Four steps to a finished script.

01

Import the script

Open an RTF or DOCX file – roles and lines are detected.

02

Load the video

Open MP4 or MOV, set episode, frame rate and start TC.

03

Set timecodes

Set TC IN and TC OUT for every take while it plays.

04

Export

Script as PDF/Word, or takes straight to Pro Tools or Nuendo.

DAW link

Works with Pro Tools and Nuendo.

The DAW sends timecode (MTC), DF ADR sends start, stop and locate back (MMC). On the Mac, DF ADR creates the ports by itself.

Pro Tools
  • ✓Video follows playback
  • ✓Click a take or the timeline: Pro Tools follows
  • ✓Takes as ruler markers (scripting SDK, Pro Tools 2023+)
  • ✓Space bar in DF ADR starts and stops Pro Tools
Nuendo
  • ✓Video follows playback
  • ✓Takes as cycle markers with number, role and dialogue
  • ✓Via Nuendo's ADR API
  • ✓Frame rates are matched automatically

Already synchronised on the recording stage? In “listen only” mode DF ADR follows the timecode and sends nothing back.

Frequently asked questions

Which systems does DF ADR run on?+

macOS and Windows. One license covers two computers – for example studio and laptop.

Do I need Pro Tools or Nuendo?+

No. DF ADR works without a DAW too: build the script, set timecodes and export as PDF, Word, CSV, XML or MIDI. The DAW link is a bonus.

Which script formats can I import?+

RTF and DOCX. Open old .doc files in Word and save them as .docx.

Do I need a permanent internet connection?+

No. Activation happens once online, then you work offline. Subscriptions check in online at least every 30 days.

Try it on your next project.

14 days, all features, no payment details needed. Download link and trial code arrive by e-mail.