Converting Samples to Wavetables

Overview

Serum 2 allows you to convert any audio sample into a wavetable with just a couple of clicks. This powerful feature uses Frequency Estimation technology to create high-quality wavetables from your samples.

Converting from Multi-Sample Mode

If you're starting with a multi-sample instrument:

1. Play the specific note/sample you want to convert
2. Click the samples menu in the Sample Oscillator
3. Select "Switch to Single Sample"

   • This isolates the last played sample for conversion

     

Converting from Sample Oscillator to Wavetable

Once you have a single sample loaded:

1. Open the samples menu in the Sample Oscillator
2. Look for "Switch to Wavetable"
3. Select "Frequency Estimation"
   • This is Serum 2's new import mode that produces superior results

What Happens During Conversion

• Serum 2 analyzes your sample's frequency content
• The audio is converted into a series of wavetable frames
• The resulting wavetable preserves the character of your original sample
• You can now use all of Serum's wavetable processing features on your converted sample

Tips for Best Results

• Choose samples with clear harmonic content
• Shorter samples generally convert more predictably
• Complex sounds like drums may produce interesting but unexpected results
• The conversion is non-destructive - your original sample remains unchanged

After Conversion

Once your sample is converted to a wavetable, you can:

• Use the wavetable position control to scan through different frames
• Apply wavetable modifiers
• Use wavetable-specific modulation options
• Save the wavetable for future use