> Since I can't afford quite yet to purchase the most current version > (version 4?) of Final Cut Pro, I was thinking of perhaps buying an > older one on eBay and upgrading when I can. What differences are there > between versions 1, 2 and 3 of Final Cut Pro and what is the oldest you > can get away with using? If you buy it off eBay, make sure it's still in the shrink wrap. Have you considered buying a copy of Final Cut Express? You can upgrade from it to the full version when you're ready. Zane