Cakewalk has been quick of the mark, making SONAR the first DAW to provide native support for Windows Vista in both 32-bit and 64-bit modes. Not only that, it's offering it as a free upgrade (6.2) and throwing in a host of other goodies for good measure. New to 6.2 are MIDI Input Quantize, enhancements to AudioSnap for smoother audio quantize and improvements to the ACT (Active Controller Technology) features – not to mention a curious feature allowing you to see through plugins. For the full spec sheet click here.

SONAR 6.2 will be available late January as a free download from www.cakewalk.com for all registered SONAR 6 Producer and Studio Edition customers.

Fresh from taking on the iPod mixer market, Numark has branched out and teamed up with ArKaos to launch the NuVJ video controller. Targeted at DJs wanting to synchronize video with their set, the NuVJ is a hardware/software solution that allows the user to trigger images and clips, add effects, and mix them to music using a crossfader in much the same way as they would do normally. But if all that sounds too much like hard work, you could always set the NuVJ to Auto and let it sort itself out to the beat of the music.

From the looks of it, the NuVJ is aimed at the budget market – relying on your computer's graphics card when it comes to video duties rather than the hardware itself. Compatible with both Macs and PCs, the NuVJ can be used on both laptops and rack-mounted servers.

No word yet on availability or pricing, but if you fancy the sound of VJing keep your eyes peeled on the LSS site for details on our up-coming VJ course.