Old Memory Plugin-Effect for Final Cut Pro X (FCPX)

Old Memory from cinema-luts.com is a powerful and professional plugin-effect to instantly create nostalgic, vintage flashback sequences for Final Cut Pro X (FCPX). It combines color grading, frame shaping, and organic textures into a single tool, giving your footage the warm, imperfect look of a treasured family home movie.

What is the Old Memory Plugin?

The Old Memory plugin is designed to evoke emotion. It is an "all-in-one" solution for creating flashback sequences or dreamlike memories without needing to stack multiple effects in your timeline. It replicates the aesthetic of projected film or early camcorder footage, complete with a warmer color tone, physical damage, and a distinctive border.

This plugin gives you complete control over the vintage framing and texture:

• Vintage Framing (Width & Height): define the aspect ratio of your "memory." You can create a square, rounded-corner look reminiscent of old slide projectors or CRT TVs.
• Video-Scale & Position: Because the frame is cropped, these sliders allow you to perfectly re-center and resize your footage within the vintage border so no important details are lost.
• Handheld Shake: Adds an organic, procedural camera shake to mimic the unstable nature of amateur home video recording.
• Dirt & Dust: Overlays realistic particles and fibers to simulate dirty film or worn-out tape heads.
• Flicker & Outer Grain: Adds luminance fluctuation (like an old projector bulb) and texture to the edges for a truly aged finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this different from the VHS plugin?
Yes. While the VHS plugin focuses on magnetic tape distortion (glitches/static), Old Memory focuses on the mood of a flashback. It frames the image (cropping it) and adds a warmer, softer, and dustier look, often used for storytelling segments about the past.

Can I turn off the shake?
Yes. If your footage is already shaky or you want a stable shot, simply uncheck the Handheld Shake box in the inspector.

Does it color grade my footage?
Yes, the plugin applies a built-in warm, nostalgic vintage look automatically, saving you time on color correction.

Minimal requirements:
macOS Big Sur 11.7.4, Motion 5.6.1 or Final Cut Pro 10.6.2
Compatible chips: Apple silicon, Intel
Aspect ratios: Compatible with all