Best Orchestral Strings VST Library?
Are you looking for orchestral strings libraries? Anything from small chamber strings to big and lush ensembles. While “Best” is of course always subjective, here is a complete top list (based on input from fellow composers):
Best Orchestral Strings VST Libraries
- Cinematic Studio Strings (Cinematic Sampling)
- Cinematic Strings (Cinematic Sampling)
- Berlin Strings (Orchestral Tools)
- Afflatus Strings (Strezov Sampling)
- NOVO Modern Strings (Heavyocity)
- Spitfire Symphonic Strings (Spitfire Audio)
- Spitfire Studio Strings (Spitfire Audio)
- Hans Zimmer Strings (Spitfire Audio)
- Spitfire Chamber Strings (Spitfire Audio)
- Century Strings (8dio)
- Intimate Studio Strings (8dio)
- CineStrings Core (Cinesamples)
- Soaring Strings (Musical Sampling)
- Adventure Strings (Musical Sampling)
- Symphony Series Strings (Native Instruments)
- CH Ensemble Strings (Chris Hein)
- LA Scoring Strings (LASS)
Things You should Consider
- Ensemble Size & Room
- Sound Quality & Consistency
- Sound Character & Tone
- Dynamic Levels & Round Robins
- Instruments & Articulations
- Presets & Variation
- User Interface & Features
- Playability & Performance
- Microphone & Mixing
Your Input is Wanted!
Do you have experience on any of these products? Do you have suggestions on products you think could make this top list?
Share your thoughts, perspective, and join the discussion in the thread below! 
Sincerely,
Mikael Baggström
Founder of Professional Composers