How to install Serum 2 Presets

This guide shows the correct way to install Serum 2 presets so they appear in the Serum 2 browser and work properly. Serum 2 uses a folder-based preset system, not legacy .fxp files.

Step 1: Open the Serum 2 Presets Folder (Required)

Always let Serum 2 show you the correct folder.

1. Open your DAW

2. Load Serum 2 on an instrument track

3. Click Menu (top-right corner)

4. Select Open Serum 2 Presets Folder

Step 2: Go to Presets → User

Open the following path:

Serum 2 Presets
└── Presets
    └── User

This is where all custom Serum 2 preset packs belong.

You may already see folders like:

• Freebies

• THM

• Other custom packs

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Step 3: Install the Preset Pack (Correct Method)

1. Unzip the preset pack you downloaded

2. Take the entire preset folder (do not open it)

3. Drag it directly into:

Presets → User

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✅ You should end up with:

Presets → User → YourPackName → preset folders/files

Do not drag individual files. Do not rename internal folders.

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Step 4: Refresh Serum 2

Back in Serum 2:

1. Open Menu

2. Click Rescan Folders on Disk

If needed, restart your DAW.

Your presets will now appear in the Serum 2 browser under User.

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Common Mistakes (Avoid These)

❌ Installing presets outside the User folder ❌ Dragging individual files instead of the full folder ❌ Using Serum 1 .fxp presets ❌ Renaming internal preset folders

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Best Practices

• Keep one folder per preset pack

• Never rename internal files

• Always unzip before installing

• Back up your Serum 2 Presets folder occasionally

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Done ✅

If installed correctly, your Serum 2 presets will appear instantly in the browser and load exactly as designed.