SGO has rolled out a major update to its post-production software Mistika Boutique and Mistika Ultima, and it’s all about color, clarity, and control. Leading the charge is the industry-first integration of ACES 2.0, the latest evolution of the Academy Color Encoding System. This marks Mistika as the first post-production solution to officially support ACES 2.0, enabling a real-time, user-friendly implementation of this next-gen color management pipeline. Color workflows now benefit from increased efficiency and usability, allowing artists to take full advantage of ACES 2.0’s capabilities directly in their grading and mastering environments. Real-time ACES without the usual headaches? Yes, please.
Deinterlacing with AI: From Legacy to Luxury
Dealing with interlaced broadcast content? Mistika’s new AI-powered deinterlacing feature aims to redefine the workflow. This proprietary AI algorithm is engineered to maintain high fidelity, reduce artifacts, and generally outperform conventional deinterlacing approaches in both quality and speed. SGO is clearly aiming to make legacy content handling less of a legacy headache—particularly for broadcasters and post houses working with archival or interlaced material.
Topaz Labs OFX: AI Enhancement Built In
Integration with Topaz Labs’ OFX plugins is also now part of Mistika Boutique and Ultima. That means users can now access Topaz’s AI-driven tools—sharpening, noise reduction, upscaling, and more—directly within Mistika’s interface. No round-tripping, no plugin gymnastics, just streamlined access to powerful media enhancement tools inside the same environment. Professionals seeking high-end results can now incorporate Topaz’s AI models as part of their existing workflows, without leaving the software.
SDK Support: ARRI V8, Blackmagic SDK 4.3, and Python
On the SDK front, Mistika now includes support for ARRI’s V8 SDK and an updated Blackmagic SDK 4.3, extending compatibility to the latest URSA Cine, Panasonic BRAW, and Fujifilm BRAW formats. This broadened camera support is aimed at giving professionals increased flexibility and efficiency when ingesting and managing footage from diverse high-performance sources.
For those looking to automate and customize, Mistika’s IM2 functionality now features enhanced Python integration. This opens up options for workflow automation and custom post-production pipelines, allowing technical artists and developers to tailor Mistika to their exact pipeline needs—with less friction and more control.
Pricing and Availability
The latest version of Mistika Boutique and Ultima is already available for download from the SGO Account Portal. For a full list of stability enhancements and feature refinements, SGO recommends visiting the SGO Forums.
As with any new tech integration, especially in mission-critical environments, artists and supervisors should evaluate the stability of these features before full deployment in current production pipelines. Early adoption is great—early troubleshooting, not so much.
Mistika Boutique offers several subscription options to cater to different professional needs. The Personal Edition is available at €99 per month, while the Immersive Edition is priced at €199 per month. For those seeking more comprehensive features, the Professional Immersive Edition is offered at €299 per month. Additionally, a 90-day license for the Professional Immersive Edition is available at €1,017. Educational users can benefit from a free Educational Edition with an annual subscription. All prices are exclusive of local taxes and can be purchased via PayPal or Credit Card through Stripe. Orders can be canceled at any time, with licenses remaining active until the end of the paid billing period. Mistika Boutique Plans
More info is available at sgo.es/mistika-new-version.
