The latest is an app for controlling Digital Performer from your iphone:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dp-contr ... 83770?mt=8
Looking at DP7 on MOTUs site the list of new features in the updates would easily be a paid upgrade in other DAWs:
http://www.motu.com/products/software/dp/new-70.html
Quick incomplete copy past of only the 7.1 updates:
New Custom '59 power amp models
Four new power amp models give you guitar tones extra punch: preamp, vintage, classic, and modern.
Guitar tone presets
Dozens of guitar tone effects chains are now provided as single, convenient presets.
Track folder overview
View the contents of track folders at a glance, including track color and type of data.
Track folder editing
Select, cut, copy, paste and otherwise edit the contents of track folders, just like individual tracks.
Track folder controls
Track folders now have play-enable, solo, lock, and other track controls, just like individual tracks.
Channel strip presets
Save, recall, and manage chains of insert settings as single presets, including guitar effects chains and virtual instrument chains that include effects. Many presets are provided for drums, guitar, bass, vocals and more.
Automatic addition of inserts
When you fill the last insert, or load a new insert setting preset, extra insert slots are automatically added as needed.
More plug-in presets
New plug-in presets have been added, especially for DP7's guitar effects plug-ins.
New Trim tool for automation
Scale, flatten, or offset MIDI or audio automation data within a selected time range in one simple step.
Auto-save
Enjoy peace of mind as you work: your creative efforts will always be backed up.
Auto-check for updates
Get immediate notification about about new available updates as soon as you launch DP7.
Fine-tune control
Hold down the command key when adjusting many controls in DP7 for fine-tuned adjustments.
More keyboard shortcuts
Speed your workflow with new shortcuts for nudging MIDI notes up/down, the QuickFilter, zooming and other features.
Core Audio file format support
Import Core Audio (.caf) files via simple drag and drop.
Pro Tools 8.03 compatibility
Digital Performer is fully qualified for operation with DAE version 8.0 to 8.0.3.
That's just the 7.1 update.
check http://www.motu.com/products/software/dp/new-72.html for 7.2!!
I love Logic and Live, but I think on many many levels DP is a much smarter choice as a companion to Live.
The way you can save songs within songs for different versions etc. is much smarter than either Logics opening more than one instance or Live's complete inability to do so.
That alone makes it a great composing companion to Live.
I think Ableton could learn a thing or two, it's been years since new features were added in updates.
Stability first of course, but maybe for Live 9!
