Introduction to Synths

Software synthesizers, or soft synths, are digital tools that let you create a huge range of sounds right on your computer. Instead of needing a bunch of hardware, you can use these virtual instruments to craft everything from deep basses to booming leads. Two popular soft synths in the electronic music world are Sylenth1 and Serum. They’re both loved for their powerful features and user-friendly interfaces, making it easy to dive in and start making music.

Ableton has a great introduction guide to learning what a synth is at https://learningsynths.ableton.com, and talks through all the basics.