Serum 1.1 Update: Revolutionary Image-to-Wavetable Feature
Xfer Records has released version 1.1 of Serum, introducing groundbreaking functionality alongside important bug fixes and workflow improvements.
Game-Changing Feature: Image to Wavetable Import
The headline feature of this update is the ability to convert PNG images directly into wavetables:
- Simply drag a PNG file onto the wavetable display
- Serum automatically stretches the image to its internal 2048×256 resolution
- Luminance values are mapped to wavetable amplitudes
- Opens up entirely new sound design possibilities using visual art
Workflow Enhancements
MouseWheel Control
- New preference to prevent MouseWheel from changing controls
- Eliminates accidental parameter changes
- Applies to knobs, number boxes, switches, and other controls
Batch Reassignment
- Alt-click on Matrix mod source (and Aux source) menus
- Batch reassign all entries with the same source to a new selection
- Massive time-saver for complex patches
Bug Fixes and Improvements
Audio Quality Fixes
- Delay FX module - Fixed occasional audio clicks when setting/modulating delay time
- DC Offset removal in WT Editor now functions correctly (previously only partial DC elimination with potential clipping)
Interface Fixes
- ModWheel to WT position preference now saves properly
- Note/velocity graph clearing via context menu updates immediately
- Filter rack preset selection now updates the Filter type label instantly
- Right-click envelope curve reset now updates in DSP correctly (not just visually)
Stability Improvements
- Fixed potential crash when adjusting polyphony limit during note triggering
- Resolved crash issues with inaccessible preset files during database scan
- Corrected mod source menu checkmarks in various scenarios
Complete Changelog
New Features:
- PNG (image) to WT import - drag PNG to WT, loads and maps luminance to amplitudes
- Preference for preventing MouseWheel control changes
- Alt-click batch reassignment for Matrix and Aux source menus
Fixes:
- ModWheel→WT pos preference saving
- Note/velo graph clearing visual update
- FX rack Filter preset label update
- Delay FX audio click issues
- DC Offset removal functionality
- Envelope curve reset DSP update
- Mod source menu checkmarks
- Polyphony adjustment crash
- Preset permission crash
This update demonstrates Xfer's commitment to both innovation and stability, making Serum even more powerful for creative sound design while addressing user-reported issues.
