Vienna Ensemble is a free mixing and host software designed specifically for users of Vienna Instruments. It provides a seamless environment for managing and controlling multiple instrument instances, making it ideal for both studio and live settings. This application supports a wide range of audio and MIDI channels, allowing musicians and producers to efficiently organize their orchestral setups with ease.

The software offers full surround sound support up to 7.1 channels, adhering to industry standards to deliver immersive audio experiences. Users benefit from touch parameter automation that ensures complete control over all plug-ins running on connected slave computers. Its transport function enables synchronization by allowing users to start or stop their sequencer directly within the application. Additionally, Vienna Ensemble can route audio signals from a digital audio workstation to function as a virtual effects rack, enhancing workflow flexibility.

Vienna Ensemble features instant instrument switching with an easy-to-navigate interface that minimizes screen clutter by displaying only the selected instrument’s controls. It supports labeling of instrument instances for quick identification and offers total recall for saving complete orchestra configurations with a single click. Flexible routing options, including assignable buses and precise panning controls, provide detailed sound positioning. The application runs as a stand-alone server, efficiently utilizing additional system memory to optimize performance without affecting the host sequencer.