Xfer Records SERUM 2 Review: A Next-Gen Synthesizer That Combines Unmatched Sound Quality and Usability

May 27, 2025

Introducing SERUM 2, the latest version of the flagship soft synth from Xfer Records.

The original SERUM has long been a go-to synthesizer across genres—especially in EDM—earning its reputation as an industry standard. Now, over a decade later, it has evolved into SERUM 2 with major updates and enhancements.

In this review, we’ll walk you through what’s new in SERUM 2—highlighting the key features and improvements in a way that's easy to follow for both beginners and seasoned SERUM users. Stick around to the end to see if this next-gen synth lives up to the hype.

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