The Vienna Special Editions provide a comprehensive orchestral collection designed for efficient resource use and affordability. These collections are divided into six volumes and four bundles, offering a wide array of instruments and ensembles suitable for various musical styles. Covering 14 individual instrument sections, the Special Editions balance depth and accessibility, making high-quality orchestral sounds available without overwhelming system demands.

Volume 1, titled Essential Orchestra, delivers the core orchestral instruments including solo and ensemble strings, brass, woodwinds, harp, percussion, celesta, and grand piano. Volume 2 extends this palette with 35 additional instruments that enrich the symphonic possibilities. Volume 3 specializes in muted string recordings and the expressive Appassionata Strings, adding cinematic textures and alternative harp sounds. Volume 4 introduces unique wind and brass instruments not found in the earlier volumes, alongside essential choir ensembles spanning soprano to bass ranges.

Every instrument in the Vienna Special Editions features Vienna Symphonic Library’s acclaimed Legato Performances, offering realistic note transitions that enhance musical authenticity. Purchasing any Special Edition grants access to the free Vienna Instruments player software, which includes Vienna Ensemble for mixing and hosting. This integration ensures a seamless production experience, equipping composers and producers with a rich orchestral toolkit optimized for professional quality and creative flexibility.