How to Install Serum 2 Presets and Packs

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Serum 2 presets and packs, making it easier for you to enhance your music production with new sounds. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced producer, these steps will help you efficiently manage and import your Serum presets.

Step 1: Locate the Serum 2 Presets Folder

To begin, you need to find the default location of your Serum 2 presets folder.

• Open Serum in your DAW.
• Click on the "Menu" button located at the top right corner.
• Select "Show Serum Presets Folder." This will open the folder where your presets are stored.

Step 2: Change the Serum 2 Presets Folder Location

If you want to change the default folder location for your Serum presets, follow these steps:

• In the Serum interface, go back to the "Menu."
• Choose "Settings."
• Under the "Presets" tab, you can specify a new folder by clicking on "Browse" and selecting your desired location.

Step 3: Copy Presets into Serum 2 Presets Folder

Once you've located or set your presets folder, you'll need to copy your downloaded presets.

• Download the presets or packs you want to install.
• Navigate to the folder where you downloaded them.
• Copy the preset files (usually .fxp or .serum presets) and paste them into the Serum presets folder you located or created in Step 1.

Step 4: Rescan Folders on Disk

After copying your presets, you need to update Serum to recognize them.

• Open Serum and go to the "Menu."
• Select "Rescan Folders on Disk." This will refresh the list of available presets.

Step 5: Import Serum Preset Pack

If you have a Serum preset pack in the .SerumPack format, you can import it directly.

• In Serum, go to the "Menu."
• Select "Import Serum Preset Pack."
• Navigate to the location of your .SerumPack file and select it to import.

Step 6: Move Packs into User Folder

For better organization, you may want to move your packs into the User folder within Serum.

• Open the Serum presets folder.
• Drag and drop your preset packs into the "User" folder for easy access.

Step 7: Create a .SerumPack

If you want to share your presets, you can create a .SerumPack file.

• In Serum, create or select the presets you wish to include.
• Go to the "Menu" and select "Export as Serum Pack."
• Choose the destination folder and name your .SerumPack file.

Conclusion

You've successfully installed and managed Serum 2 presets and packs. Remember to keep your presets organized in the User folder for easy access. Explore different packs and experiment with sounds to enhance your productions. For more advanced techniques, consider enrolling in sound design courses or exploring additional preset packs. Happy producing!