Orchestral Strings II is a dedicated collection within the Symphonic Cube, focusing on cello and bass ensembles. It offers rich, expressive performances from groups of eight cellos and six basses, capturing the depth and warmth of orchestral string sections. This collection provides a broad range of articulations designed to meet the demands of detailed string scoring, making it suitable for composers seeking authentic orchestral textures.

The instrument delivers a comprehensive array of playing styles, including interval performances such as legato, portamento, staccato, and tremolo, along with fast interval techniques like marcato and spiccato. It features an extensive selection of single-note articulations, including multiple variations of short and long notes, dynamic crescendos, diminuendos, tremolos, trills, pizzicatos, and specialized effects like col legno, con sordino, sul ponticello, and artificial harmonics. These options allow for detailed expression and realistic orchestral string programming.

Powered by the Vienna Instrument Engine, this collection benefits from advanced streaming technology that delivers high-quality audio with minimal load times. The engine supports extensive articulations on a single MIDI channel and utilizes efficient memory management to optimize performance. Users can take advantage of pre-configured patches, automatic articulation switching via performance detection, and flexible control options, including MIDI learn and key switches. The interface also allows for intuitive customization through drag-and-drop instrument design and real-time control over velocity crossfades and release settings.