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DCP MASTERING

Digital Cinema Packages are the playback format used in cinema.
Unravel specializes in mastering ads, trailers and films in this high quality exhibition format.

CONTACT

Phone: +61 411 350 829

Services

Unravel masters DCPs that are used in film festivals and cinemas all around the globe. In addition to straightforward conversions, we can also handle complex DCP operations including encryption, versioning, subtitles, closed captions and Dolby Atmos packaging.

Blazing Fast Turn-Around

Advertisements, short films and trailers are turned around in under 24hrs and can often be delivered back the same day. Full length feature films are mastered in 1-3 days.

Spot Checks and Validation

All DCPs go through a spot check and validation process at minimum to prevent any unexpected surprises during your screening in cinema. We also offer additional review and approval options including full QC services that provide timecoded technical reports.

Complimentary 5.1 Audio Upmixing

Only have a stereo audio mix? No problem, Unravel can upmix your audio to 5.1 surround sound at no additional cost. In a cinema environment, this helps place the dialogue and key effects behind the centre of the screen rather than off to the left and right side channels.

Complimentary Loudness Checks

There are standards for how loud DCPs can be for advertisements and trailers. We make sure to check your volume levels and adjust them accordingly to ensure your content plays back at the correct level and doesn't get rejected for being too loud or quite.

2K | 4K | Same Price

We don't charge extra for 4K mastering, so whether you require a 2K or 4K DCP, the price stays the same.

Framerate Conversion

In cinema, 24fps is the gold standard for international compatibility. However, there's a large amount of content that is produced at other frame rates. While compatibility with frame rates other than 24fps is actually quite good now, it is sometimes still necessary to create a 24fps version of your content. Unravel can assist in doing this as well as any pitch correction of your audio. Depending on the project, the complexities of doing this can vary significantly, so if it looks like your project will require frame rate conversion, it'd be best to get in touch with us to chat this through.

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Pricing


Ads | Trailers | Shorts
(up to 5 minutes in length)

2K/4K
5.1 Upmixing
DCP Mastering
Validation
Spot Check
24hr Turnaround
Online Delivery
Unencrypted

 

FLAT RATE

$100+GST

AUD

Mastering with
Spot Check

2K/4K
5.1 Upmixing
DCP Mastering
Validation

Spot Check
1-3 Day Turnaround
Online Delivery
Unencrypted

$3/min+GST

AUD

$100 SET UP +

Mastering with
Full Review

2K/4K
5.1 Upmixing
DCP Mastering
Validation
Full Manual Review
1-3 Day Turnaround
Online Delivery
Unencrypted

$5/min+GST

AUD

$100 SET UP +

Mastering with
Full QC S
ervice

2K/4K
5.1 Upmixing
DCP Mastering
Validation
Full QC Review
Timecoded QC Report
1-3 Day Turnaround
Online Delivery
Unencrypted

$12/min+GST

AUD

$100 SET UP +

Complex requirements?
If you have more complex requirements for your DCP such as encryption, KDMs, subtitles, closed captions, versioning, DCDMs etc. please get in touch with us for a custom quote.
Pricing
Distribution

Distribution

Online
A link to download a copy of your DCP online is included in the mastering costs. We can also accommodate uploading your film to alternate online destinations (for example, festivals, Val Morgan or Aspera servers for pre-existing distribution pathways)

Included - $0

Physical Media
USB drives are the most commonly requested physical media for distribution to cinemas due to their low cost, small size, weight and durability in transit. Drives are formatted for cinema use, pre-loaded with your DCP and validated before being posted.
Please contact us if you require a CRU (DX115) Carrier. We do have a small number of these on hand if required for distribution (for additional cost).

16GB - $15 + GST

32GB - $20 + GST

64GB - $40 + GST

128GB - $60 + GST

256GB - $100 + GST

File Specifications

Unravel prefers to work with file formats that will maintain the visual and auditory integrity of your content. Below are the specification sheets that outline the best formats and files to deliver to us. If you have any questions, or aren't able to deliver in these formats, please get in touch for help.
File Specs
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