Spectra Studio for macOS

RAW to ProRes.
Built
for Mac.

Spectra Studio is a professional macOS application for filmmakers who need a fast, focused way to transcode RAW sequences into edit-ready ProRes files, apply color adjustments, preview LUTs, and prepare footage for post. The new App Store release is native, streamlined, and built for Apple Silicon.

macOS 14.6+ Apple Silicon & Intel RAW to ProRes Workflow $39.99 on the App Store
Download on the App Store → See features ↓
App Store Release
$39.99
Native macOS app · Apple Silicon optimized · One-time purchase
Fast RAW sequence to ProRes transcoding
Color grading controls and LUT support
Designed for Apple Log and modern post workflows
Built specifically for Mac creators
Get Spectra Studio →

A separate open source legacy Python version remains available on GitHub

Open source version

The original Python
community build.

Before the native macOS release, Spectra Studio began as a Python and PySide6 application. That version has been open sourced on GitHub and remains available for developers, tinkerers, and anyone who wants to explore the project’s earlier foundation.

If you want the polished release experience, the App Store version is the one built for day-to-day production use. If you want to study, modify, or contribute to the original codebase, the open source Python version is still available as a community resource.

View on GitHub → Read the docs
Capabilities

Built for a faster
post pipeline.

Spectra Studio is designed to simplify the path from camera originals to edit-ready media, with grading and export tools tailored to filmmakers working on macOS.

01
RAW to ProRes Transcoding

Convert CinemaDNG and other supported image sequence workflows into edit-friendly Apple ProRes files for a smoother post-production pipeline on macOS.

CinemaDNG ProRes Edit-ready
02
Color Grading Controls

Dial in exposure, contrast, saturation, and color balance with fast grading controls designed to help you shape your image before export.

Exposure Color Balance
03
Apple Log Workflow Support

Built to fit modern Apple-centered workflows, including footage that benefits from log-based grading and LUT previewing before delivery.

Apple Log Log Footage Workflow
04
LUT Support

Load and preview creative LUTs so you can quickly evaluate looks and prepare footage for editing, client review, or finishing.

.cube LUTs Preview Creative Looks
05
Scopes and Image Analysis

Use professional visual monitoring tools like waveform, vectorscope, and histogram to make more confident grading decisions.

Waveform Vectorscope Histogram
06
Batch Export

Process multiple clips more efficiently with export tools designed for practical real-world workflows and faster turnaround.

Batch Export Multiple Clips Efficiency
Compatibility

Input &
Output formats.

Input formats
CinemaDNG / DNG Sequences RAW
OpenEXR Sequences RAW
Apple ProRes (MOV) 422, 422 HQ, 4444
H.264 / H.265 (MP4, MOV) Supported
MXF Media Supported
.cube 3D LUTs Creative and technical LUTs
Output formats
Apple ProRes 422 HQ Recommended
Apple ProRes 4444 High-quality export
Apple ProRes 422 / LT / Proxy Multiple options
Avid DNxHR Select variants
H.264 (MP4) Smaller delivery files
.cube LUT Export Export looks
PNG / TIFF / JPEG Frame export
System Requirements

What you
need to run it.

◎
Operating System
macOS Monterey or later

Optimized for current Apple Silicon Macs.

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Processor
Apple Silicon recommended - Intel supported

Designed to take advantage of modern Mac hardware.

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Memory
8 GB RAM minimum

16 GB or more recommended for larger RAW and batch workflows.

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Open Source Build
Python 3.11+ for legacy version

The GitHub version is the original Python build for developers and community use.

FAQ

Common
questions.

What version is sold on the App Store?

The App Store release is the new commercial macOS version of Spectra Studio, priced at $39.99. It is the main version intended for filmmakers who want a ready-to-use native Mac application.

Is the GitHub version still free?

Yes. The original Python-based version remains open source on GitHub as a separate community release. It is available for developers, experimentation, and anyone who wants to explore the earlier foundation of Spectra Studio.

Why have both a paid version and an open source version?

The paid App Store release supports ongoing development and provides a more polished production-ready experience, while the open source Python version remains available for transparency, learning, and community contribution.

What is Spectra Studio built for?

Spectra Studio is built for filmmakers and video creators who want a faster path from RAW source material to edit-ready ProRes files, with useful grading tools and LUT support along the way.

Can I use the open source version for commercial work?

Yes. The GitHub version is open source and available under its existing license terms. The commercial App Store release is a separate product experience built for end users who want an easier Mac-native workflow.

Where can I get the legacy Python version?

You can access the original open source codebase on GitHub and review the documentation there if you want to build, modify, or contribute to it.

Get your footage
ready faster with Spectra Studio.

$39.99

Mac App Store release · One-time purchase · Apple Silicon focused

Download on the App Store → View the Open Source Python Version ← Back to Hyperlite Media

Native Mac release for creators · Legacy community version on GitHub