From Breakbeats to Vocal Magic: The Complete Workflow of an Expert Mixing Process is Demystified
Discover how to craft professional-grade mixes that combine the energy of live performance with the precision of modern production.
Richard Furch, the mixing engineer behind countless Grammy nominated records and chart-topping tracks, opens his virtual studio doors in this comprehensive masterclass. Watch as Richard breaks down his complete mixing process for not one but two fantastic tracks from Limón Limón‘s album Monterey, revealing some of the techniques that have made him one of the industry’s most sought-after talents.
This isn’t just another tutorial – it’s an immersive journey into the mind of a mixing master who specialises in the unique challenges of modern music production. Learn how Richard approaches every stage of the mixing process, from template setup to final delivery, with a focus on enhancing the artist’s vision rather than imposing his own.
What You Will Learn:
In this short but information stuffed course you will learn how to use your DAW to your full advantage. We fully believe this course will totally transform your approach to producing and mixing music, regardless of the genre:
- Real-World Mixing: Richard breaks down mix elements from two songs from Limón Limón‘s album Monterey
- Complete Workflow: Follow along from initial setup to final master-ready mixes
- Hybrid Techniques: Learn how to blend organic live elements with programmed sounds
- Vocal Excellence: Master techniques for airy, present vocals that cut through dense arrangements
- Drum Processing: Discover how to enhance breakbeats while maintaining their original character
- Smart Automation: See how Richard uses automation like a conductor, directing listeners’ attention
- Client Communication: Develop professional skills for working with artists and producers
Why Take This Course?
If you’re into music production, this is essential viewing for you. Richard Furch’s approach to mixing and production combines the energy of a live performance with the precision of modern production techniques. His work with Limón Limón showcases how to create mixes that feel both authentic and polished. Whether you’re a producer working on your own music or an engineer looking to refine your skills, this course delivers valuable insights into achieving a clear, dynamic, and impactful indie rock sound – no matter where you are in your mixing journey.
Laying bare a little bit of the artistry while going from A to B…
Begin your journey with Richard as he introduces his mixing philosophy – enhancing rather than transforming the artist’s vision. Richard breaks down the challenges of mixing harmonically rich music and how to approach tracks that combine live performance elements with programmed components. Learn how his background with film score work has given him a unique insight into creating the right width for a mix, allowing each track to truly develop organically. Richard mixes with precision and skill so learning about how he has setup his template is a masterclass in itself. Discover why he asks for his Stems to be provided both processed and unprocessed, how he balances intent with artistry, and what he keeps in his Template Graveyard…
Dont guess your way around the arrangement
Master the critical first steps that set your mix up for success with Richard’s methodical approach to gain staging. In this crucial section, Richard demonstrates how proper level management creates the foundation for everything that follows in your mix process. You’ll learn how to assess where your mix is headed right from the start by setting accurate reference levels against the rough mix, giving you a clear target to shoot for.
Add a little extra something to it in the mix
Richard reveals his professional techniques for the strategic use of limiting and compression, showing you exactly how these tools can shape your sound when used with real purpose rather than as last-minute fixes. You’ll discover how to compensate for dynamic processing that “pushes back” against the music, maintaining the energy and impact the artist intended.
Most importantly, Richard emphasises how to expand on the client’s original vision rather than replacing it, teaching you to identify what makes the rough mix work and then enhance those elements. These foundational techniques ensure all your subsequent mixing decisions are built on solid ground, preventing common problems before they occur.
Finally Richard details his ingenious Body Impact Listening technique – a method which will help you eliminate all doubt when deciding if you have hit the sweet spot with your mixes.
“Just like a balloon we are trying to blow it all up a little bit bigger”
Richard shows his meticulous approach to creating a rock solid rhythm section using commonly available plugins, completely inside the box. You’ll discover exactly how he handles breakbeats and programmed elements while preserving their original character and energy – a crucial skill for modern production.
Dig into Richard’s approach to drum processing, focusing on how to handle breakbeats and programmed elements while maintaining their original character and energy. Learn Richard’s specialised techniques for handling bass too, ensuring it provides both foundation and energy without overwhelming the mix.
- Using Drum levelling plugins for consistent punch
- Strategic compression techniques for different percussion elements
- EQ approaches for drum enhancement without transformation
- Parallel processing for added dimension
- Low-end EQ strategies that complement the kick drum
- Side-chain techniques for dynamic bass and kick relationships
Find your own personal style
Discover how Richard creates depth and dimension with synthesizers and pad elements, using intelligent processing and spatial techniques.
- Using the Gullfoss intelligent equalizer plugin for clarity enhancement
- Stereo widening techniques and when to use them
- Knowing when “nothing is the right answer”
- Creating contrast between wide and focused elements
What makes this course different?
Richard reveals his coveted vocal techniques that create that elusive “magic sound” in your mixes. Watch as he crafts extra space around vocals while strategically enhancing harmonics in stealth mode, delivering that bright, professional quality that screams “finished record.” His signature “EQ dancing” technique preserves crystal-clear syllables while shaping tone in ways static processing simply can’t achieve. You’ll master the art of dynamic vocal automation that adapts to every performance nuance – the exact technique that keeps his clients coming back for that “Furch sound” that cuts through any mix without harshness.
Real-World Application, Not Just Theory
While many courses teach isolated techniques, Richard shows you how everything fits together in the context of real professional mixes.
Enhancement vs. Transformation
Richard’s unique philosophy focuses on expanding the client’s vision rather than imposing your own. Learn how to identify and enhance what makes each track special instead of forcing it into a predetermined sound.
In-The-Box Mastery
This course showcases Richard’s fully in-the-box workflow, proving you can achieve world-class results using the same tools you already own. See how Richard leverages industry standard plugins to create professional results.
Multitracks Included
Of course we are also including the Multitracks from Limón Limón that Richard works with in this class. You can follow along, and apply everything you’ve learnt right away. That’s right, you get to mix an outstanding and pretty unique talent in your own home studio…
You even have permission to use your own mixes on your portfolio, to entice new bands to work with you!
Mentors
Richard Furch
Whether it’s Pop, R&B or HipHop, Richard is the man you want to call to mix your record: With 6 Grammy winning albums out of 22 Nominations, including one nomination for 2018, his mixes continue to top the charts. The numbers speak for themselves: With over 25 million albums sold…
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Jack Douglas
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100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Don’t wait to get your hands on this amazing course. You can pick it up start learning right now. If for any reason you don’t feel that your productions and mixes have improved, simply shoot us an email within 30 days and we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.