Autodesk introduces new Discreet Inferno visual effects system in Japan

Autodesk, has announced a new configuration of its Academy Award-winning Discreet Inferno visual effects system for the Japanese market.
The system is designed to meet the specific platform performance and branding requirements of many Japanese post-production facilities.
The new Japanese configuration is being offered in addition to the currently shipping version of Discreet Inferno on an SGI Onyx 350 Visualisation System. The new, Japan-only Discreet Inferno system runs on a dual-core IBM, AMD workstation with high-performance parallel server processing capabilities and several Japanese components.
The Discreet Inferno system has helped digital artists realise ideas for high-end film and television content, as well as commercials and television channel branding. It provides a fully interactive 3D compositing environment and advanced creative tools for video, standard-definition (SD) and high-definition (HD) TV and 2K digital cinema post production.
“The Discreet Inferno brand has always represented ultimate performance and Autodesk is pleased to be able to tune the solution for specific market needs. It is particularly strong in Japan, and our Japanese customers’ workflow and performance requirements are unique,” said Bill Roberts, director of product management for Autodesk’s Media & Entertainment Division.
“As a result, this platform alternative is suited to the Japanese market’s needs. It delivers compelling performance and throughput, particularly for project-based commercials work,” he said.
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