After 11 years of anticipation, Xfer Records has finally launched Serum 2, the highly awaited update to their legendary wavetable synthesizer.
Known for its crystal-clear sound quality and user-friendly interface, Serum’s new version builds upon the original with impressive new features that take sound design to a whole new level.
Key Features in Serum 2:
- Improved Oscillators: The Wavetable Oscillator has been enhanced with new warp modes, phase distortion, and dual warp functions. In addition, the multisample oscillator lets you mimic realistic instruments, including orchestral, piano, and guitar samples.
- Granular Oscillator: This new addition breaks sounds into fragments to create entirely new soundscapes.
- Spectral Oscillator: Enables real-time harmonic resynthesis, offering detailed control over samples at a deeper level.
Arpeggiator & Clip Sequencer
Serum 2 also introduces an Arpeggiator and Clip Sequencer, allowing producers to create complex rhythmic patterns and explore new creative workflows. This makes it a powerful tool not only for sound design but also for live performances.
Massive Library Expansion
With 626 new presets and 288 wavetables, Serum 2 offers an expansive sound library, ideal for any music producer looking for diverse, high-quality sounds.
Free Update for Existing Users
Perhaps the most impressive feature: Serum 2 is free for all existing Serum users. Xfer Records has stuck to its promise of lifetime updates, making this upgrade a fantastic deal for current users.
Pricing and Availability
Serum 2 is available at an introductory price of $189 (normally $249) until June 1, 2025. It runs as a VST3, AU, and AAX plugin and is compatible with macOS (High Sierra or higher) and Windows (10 or higher). A 15-minute demo version is also available.
Serum 2 positions itself as the go-to tool for modern sound design with its expanded capabilities, improved oscillators, and flexible performance features.
Whether you’re a producer or performer, Serum 2 offers everything needed to craft unique sounds and elevate your music production game.
