: Introduced élastique Pro time-stretching and the ability to adjust audio in subframe increments, ignoring standard frame boundaries for tighter sync.

: A dedicated tool for quickly browsing and selectively importing files from AVCHD cameras and XDCAM EX devices.

Vegas Pro 9 marked a major turning point for the software, introducing a dark-themed interface designed to reduce eye strain in professional editing booths. It was among the first NLEs (Non-Linear Editors) to provide an end-to-end solution for the Sony XDCAM format and native support for RED ONE (.r3d) files. Scalable 4K Workflow : Support for project dimensions up to pixels, double the previous limit.