SERIES 5
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Series 5 starts on Saturday 28th February 2026.
A Different Way to Learn Music Production
Start-to-Finish
Observe Future Engineers write, produce, and mix a brand-new track from scratch, while you apply the same process to your own track in your own DAW.
If you already have ideas, understand your DAW, but struggle to consistently finish tracks to a high standard, Production Sessions is designed for you.
This is not another technique-heavy course.
Production Sessions is a guided production program that shows you how decisions are actually made in the moment, while a track is being built, then supports you as you apply the same process to your own music, step by step, from start to finish.
The Problem You've Been Circling
If you’ve been producing for a while, this probably sounds familiar:
- You can start tracks easily, but somewhere along the way, things stall
- Ideas turn into loops and loops turn into endless tweaking
- You understand some techniques but are not always sure when to apply them
- You know what good music sounds like, but can’t get the same results with your own production
- Momentum fades, and doubt creeps in, and the track quietly gets abandoned.
Over time, this creates a frustrating pattern:
- Plenty of unfinished projects
- Inconsistent output
- Confidence that comes and goes
- The feeling that you should be further along by now.
The most frustrating part isn’t that you can’t make music, it’s that you know you’re capable of more, but don’t have a reliable way to get there.
Why Most Producers Never Finish Tracks
Unfinished tracks are rarely a personal failure.
Tracks don’t usually stall because of:
- bad sound design
- weak mixing
- or a lack of ideas
They stall because there’s no decision-making framework holding the process together.
Common traps include:
- trying to perfect sounds before the track has direction
- jumping between writing, sound design, and mixing at the same time
- relying on inspiration instead of a repeatable process
- working in isolation with no external perspective
- never clearly deciding when something is “good enough” to move forward.
When there’s no structure, every decision feels optional, and when everything is optional, nothing gets finished.
Production Sessions can help solve this exact problem.
“With my experience as a trainer and a coach, the Production Sessions are a perfect way for me to teach people something I’m really passionate about, which is music production”.
Lee Batchelor, Future Engineers
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A Different Way to Learn and Finish Music
Most music production courses teach techniques in isolation.
They show you what to do but rarely show you how decisions are actually made while a track is being built.
Production Sessions takes a different approach.
You don’t just learn concepts, you observe the real process in action.
Ask questions in real-time with real context.
Throughout the series, you’ll watch Future Engineers write, produce, and mix a brand-new track from scratch, step by step, in real-time.
You’ll see how:
- ideas are chosen and shaped
- creative constraints are set
- sounds are selected without overthinking
- arrangement decisions are made
- problems are identified and solved
- a track is pushed forward when it stops feeling exciting.
This isn’t a polished breakdown of a finished track.
It’s the real process including uncertainty, decision-making, and course correction.
At the same time, you apply the same principles to your own track, inside your own DAW, with guidance and support.
You learn by doing.
My goal is to empower a new wave of Atmospheric drum and bass producers, helping them take their production to a new level.
Lee Batchelor, Future Engineers
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How the Program Works
Production Sessions: Start-to-Finish is a guided production cycle, not a one-off course.
It is designed to fit into real life, while still creating real progress.
Here’s how the program works:
1. Start-to-Finish: One Track, One Process
At the start of the series, you will:
- start a brand-new track in your own DAW
- Move the track forward step by step as the series progresses
- apply everything you learn directly to your own track.
2. Monthly 2-Hour Sessions
Each module is delivered through a live 2-hour Zoom session (or On-Demand replay) focused on one specific stage of the production process at a time.
The live format means:
- you can ask questions in real-time
- examples relate to real projects, not just theory
- you learn how to make decisions, not just follow steps.
3. Action Steps: What to Work on Between Sessions
After each session, you’ll have clear action steps for the month ahead.
These action steps remove guesswork and help you:
- stay focused on the right tasks
- avoid jumping ahead too early
- maintain momentum between sessions
- always know what “progress” looks like at each stage.
4. Community Support: Feedback & Accountability
You’ll share your work in progress inside our Discord Community, where you’ll receive feedback and constructive critique from Future Engineers and fellow producers working through the same process.
This is where:
- technical issues get solved faster
- creative blocks get unstuck
- doubt gets perspective
- momentum is protected.
You’re not working alone and you’re not getting random opinions.
5. Flexible Learning: On-Demand Access
All sessions are supported with on-demand access, so you can:
- revisit key concepts
- catch up if you miss a session
- learn at a pace that fits your schedule.
You stay aligned with the group without falling behind.
6.The Result: A Finished Track
By the end of Series 5, you’ll have a finished track you’ve taken all the way through the start-to-finish process.
More importantly, you’ll have:
- proven you can stay committed
- built confidence in your workflow
- experienced what it feels like to finish a track properly.
Everything is designed to keep you moving forward, without getting stuck focusing on the wrong things too early.
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Module Overview
Series 5 is the second iteration of this program, and the curriculum will continuously be developed and refined, therefore, is subject to improvement and change based on Founding Member feedback.
Module 1: Song Ideation
You begin by defining the core idea of your track, its mood and creative intent.
- Research and Inspiration
- Choosing a concept or theme
- Setting creative constraints
- Creating an idea using samples
- Sample manipulation - Part 1
Module 2: Workspace Organisation
Next, you prepare your environment so it supports focus instead of friction.
- DAW Templates
- Sound and sample library preparation
- Sample management and auditioning
- Sample manipulation - Part 2
Module 3: Drums
With direction in place, you build the rhythmic foundation of the track.
- Choosing the right drums
- Kick and snare design
- Percussion
- Using loops and breaks
- Drum programming
- Drum processing
Module 4: Adding Supporting Elements
You then add musical elements that give the track movement, atmosphere, and depth.
- Using MIDI instruments to create supporting elements
- Exploring melody and chords
- Atmospheric pad and texture design that supports the core idea
Module 5: Bass
At this point, you focus on the relationship between bass and drums.
- Choosing or designing the right bass sound
- Writing a bassline
- Sub bass processing
- Mid bass layering
- Bass sound design
- Bass bus processing
Module 6: Structure and Arrangement
With the core elements in place, you break out of the loop and start to sketch out the arrangement.
- Breaking out of a loop
- Defining sections
- Maintaining energy and interest
- Using contrast, dynamics and progression to guide the listener
Module 7: Sound Design & Transitions
You then refine the track by designing atmospheres, transitions, and movement.
- Creating atmospherics and transition effects
- Using existing elements creatively to maintain cohesion
Module 8: Mixdown
Once the track is fully arranged, you focus on clarity and balance.
- Gain staging and level balance
- Analysis tools
- Frequency masking
- Low-end control
- Frequency-dependent side-chaining
- EQ, compression, saturation, clipping, limiting, and stereo enhancement
Module 9: Master Buss Processing & Translation
In the final technical stage, you prepare your track for release.
- Preparing a pre-master
- Mix buss processing
- Referencing
- Mix translation
Module 10: Completion, Reflection & Next Steps
Finally, you close the loop.
- Sharing your track for feedback
- Reflecting on what has improved and what to refine next time
- Digital presence/brand awareness
- Social media marketing
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What You’ll Have by the End of Series 5
By the end of the production cylce, you won’t just have “learned” production techniques.
You’ll have done the work, followed the complete process, and finished a track from start to finish.
Here’s what that actually means in practice:
A Finished Track
- Started intentionally
- developed with direction
- arranged with purpose
- taken all the way through to completion.
A finished track you can use for demos, to share, or release and most importantly, learn from.
A Repeatable Workflow
- Start ideas that are worth finishing
- Know what to focus on at each stage
- when to move forward instead of tweaking
- how to keep momentum when the excitement fades.
This removes guesswork from future projects.
Decision-Making Confidence
- Trust your choices
- Stop second-guess
- Recognise when something is “good enough” to move on
- Stop relying on motivation to make progress.
Confidence stops being emotional, it becomes practical.
A More Focused Way of Working
- Clearer priorities
- Fewer distractions
- A sense of control over your sessions.
This makes producing feel more focused, less draining, and far more enjoyable.
Support Beyond the Track
If your finished track is the right fit, we’ll also help you explore release options, either through the new Alpha Sequence series on Transference, or a suitable label, using connections within the community.
There’s no pressure here.
Just guidance and opportunity when it makes sense.
Community & Accountability
Production Sessions includes a focused Discord Community because finishing music is much harder in isolation.
Most producers try to solve everything on their own.
They sit with the same questions:
- Is this working?
- Should I change this?
- Am I overthinking this, or is the track missing something important?
And without any external perspective, those questions quietly stall progress.
A Shared Process Changes Everything
Everyone in Production Sessions is working through the same start-to-finish framework, with the same goals.
That shared process means:
- feedback is constructive and relevant
- advice has context
- discussions stay practical
- momentum is easier to maintain.
You’re not getting random opinions, you’re getting input that aligns with the stage you’re actually in.
Constructive Feedback That Moves You Forward
Inside the Discord Community, you’ll share work-in-progress every month and receive constructive feedback from Future Engineers and other producers who understand the process and are on the same journey.
Feedback focuses on:
- what’s working
- what’s unclear or holding the track back
- what to address next and what to leave alone.
This helps you to make decisions faster, stop second-guessing and avoid getting stuck focusing on the wrong things.cu
sing on the wrong things.
Accountability Without Pressure
Accountability doesn’t mean being pressured all the time.
It means:
- having a reason to show up
- knowing others are progressing alongside you
- staying connected to the process when motivation dips.
Simply being part of a group that’s moving forward creates momentum.
The focus is on modern Atmospheric drum and bass, but the techniques covered will apply to all forms of electronic music.
Lee Batchelor, Future Engineers
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The Cycle Model - How it Works
Production Sessions is designed as a repeatable production practice.
Finishing one track proves the process works — but the real shift happens in the second and third cycle.
Each cycle:
- sharpens your judgement
- reduces hesitation
- builds a body of finished work.
You’re not repeating content.
You’re training decision-making.
Become a Founding Member
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to commit to a structured, repeatable production practice, this is that moment.
Everyone who joins Series 5 automatically becomes a Founding Member.
That means:
- helping shape the culture and standards of the program
- being part of the cohort that defines how feedback and accountability work.
The culture created in Series 5 will define future series.
Who This Program is For
Production Sessions is a strong fit if you:
- know your DAW and have been producing for a while
- can start ideas but struggle to finish
- want a clear framework, not random techniques
- value consistency over quick wins
- are willing to engage with the process.
This is not a good fit if you:
- want a passive course
- are looking for shortcuts
- aren’t ready to work on your own track.
Clear fit protects the experience for everyone.
Time, Commitment & Participation
Production Sessions is designed to fit around real life and requires consistent action to see results.
You’ll need to:
- start a new track
- attend or watch one 2-hour session per month
- apply the learning
- engage with feedback
- stay connected to the process.
When clarity, direction, and accountability are in place, progress requires far less effort than expected.
Production Sessions provides the structure.
Joining Mid-Cycle
You can join Production Sessions even if the live cycle is already underway.
Each module stands on its own and fits into the full framework.
You can:
- start a new track immediately
- work through modules at your own pace
- follow the cycle autonomously
- receive support in Discord.
Some producers choose to follow the live cycle, others prefer to move autonomously through the content without pressure.
Both approaches are valid and supported.
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Enrollment for Series 5 is Now Open
Series 5 starts on Saturday 28th February 2026.
Production Sessions is delivered via Patreon and includes 3 Patreon tiers:
Production Sessions - Live - $33 AU / 18 GBP*
*Patreon is a monthly subscription and prices in GBP may vary slightly due to exchange rates.
Includes everything in the On-Demand tier, plus:
- Monthly live 2-hour Zoom sessions
- Experience each module live
- Ask questions in real-time with real context
- Interact and engage with the group and build connections.
Best if you want dedicated time to show up and build momentum.
Production Sessions - On-Demand - $18 AU / 10 GBP*
*Patreon is a monthly subscription and prices in GBP may vary slightly due to exchange rates.
Includes:
- Full access to all monthly session recordings (as they become available)
- Action steps for each stage in the Start-to-Finish process
- Access to the Discord Community for on-going support and guidance.
Best if you want to follow the Start-to-Finish framework without live commitments.
Retrospective Replay - $12 AU / 8 GBP*
*Patreon is a monthly subscription and prices in GBP may vary slightly due to exchange rates.
Includes:
- 2-hour replay of live monthly Production Sessions
- Exclusive track walkthroughs of new music (When available)
- General track feedback (via Discord community) .
Best if you want to watch the module replays without participating in the Start-to-Finish program.
Important: Content is only available from month of joining onwards, for full access to previous content see On-Demand and Live tiers.
Join Series 5 Now
If you’re ready to stop circling the same ideas and start finishing music with more clarity and confidence, Production Sessions gives you the structure and support to do exactly that.
If you want to help shape an ongoing production practice from the beginning, and be part of a focused group of producers who show up, do the work, and finish what they start, together…
This is your moment to step in.
Support & Contact
If you have any questions you can reach out at:
info@futureengineers.net
Click the button below to join the waitlist.
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Testimonials
"I’ve admired Lee Batchelor’s music production for many years now, I even signed some of his Future Engineers tracks to my 720 Degrees label. Lee is always at the cutting edge of music creation, with the highest level of sound design and production values out there. The sessions are a phenomenal way for any artist, new or experienced, to up their game and reach new levels with their music production."
Blame – Moving Shadow, Good Looking, 720 Degrees, Over/Shadow, Violet Nights Recordings
"I’ve absolutely loved the Future Engineers Production Sessions. I’ve picked up a lot of techniques from them which I’ve incorporated into my recent productions: workflow, ambience tricks, controlling the dynamics of ambience, progression tricks such as evolving baselines and many more. The open group for discussion is great too, highly recommended!"
Andy James (Coda) – Charge Recordings, 31 Recordings, Natty Dub Recordings
"I’ve been making music for many years but participating in the Future Engineers Production Sessions has helped take my production skills to a whole new level, making me feel more confident about putting into practice the knowledge that I already had. I come away from each friendly and engaging session with renewed inspiration to create".
Graham Fisken (Lucida) – Timeless Recordings, Violet Nights Recordings
"I have learned more from Lee in the first few sessions than I have in the previous two decades. The group itself is extremely welcoming and it’s a fantastic environment to learn. You also have access to the Future Engineers Discord to ask for help and advice, track feedback, and tips and tricks".
Dan Hicks (Azimuth) – Atmospheals, SenZeru, Okbron
"Lee's production sessions have provided a fun and inspiring environment in which I've been able to query, scrutinise and grasp specific areas of contemporary music production I previously found challenging. The process of unpacking, demystifying, and deliberating approaches to topics such as gain staging, referencing, and mix-bus processing within the context of a commercial release in the making, has been incredibly worthwhile and pertinent to my own work regardless of genre."
Patrick Collins – Media Composer
I heard about Lee's production sessions after he already had a group of people and had been working on the first track together with them. It's a no-brainer for me, looking back if I knew earlier I would have joined from the start. I have personally never had a shortage of ideas for my tracks but I heavily struggled with the rest of the production process, mixdown, making your track sound good, and preparing it for release. I feel like I have learned tons in the past year, and my tracks definitely sound better thanks to all knowledge that Lee has transferred to us".
Robert Kondrat (Woken Balance) - Omni Music, Metius Music
“The way production techniques are explained and demonstrated is very well done and helpful. I’ve benefited greatly from the feedback provided by the group on my own productions.
Al Wilson (Trident) - Omni Music, Code Name: RCRDS
"The production sessions are live, real-time meetings. So not only do I have a chance to learn from Lee's comprehensive music production knowledge and experience that he shares during the production sessions, but I also have the opportunity to do so *interactively*. This means that I have a chance to participate, ask questions, and learn about music production in an incredibly meaningful way!".
Jacob Bell - Production Sessions member
"The sessions have helped cement my core skills, building a foundation for better-sounding mixes. The group is an awesome bunch of like-minded individuals, sharing their knowledge, growth, and passion for the music we all love".
Den Donovan - Production Sessions member
“The group has been a comforting experience on many levels. A mix of cheeky banter, stories from the golden era, connection with a group of people with similar passions, and incredible production talents to be inspired by. I’ve learned so much about mixing, layering of sounds, effects, sample matching, and the challenges of refining a track all the way from initial conception to public release. I feel like I’m building strong foundations for a whole range of music production beyond drum and bass”.
Jason Mesut - Production Sessions member
“Future Engineers wrote some of the most unique songs in the early days of drum and bass that inspired me from a young age. I’ve really enjoyed getting an insight into their workflow and sound creation in these sessions, along with anecdotes about the earlier days of production. I’ve really enjoyed getting an insight into the Future Engineers workflow”.
Dan O’Reilly - Production Sessions member
"Being a part of the group has encouraged me to work on my production skills on a regular basis and contribute my sounds to tracks of a high standard, ready for release. The monthly sessions are engaging and the group members are always friendly and supportive of one another. I highly recommend the Production Sessions to anyone looking to learn more about creating music or developing their existing skills”.
Daniel Dwyer - Production Sessions member
"Since joining the group, I have learned so much from seeing and discussing the end-to-end process of creating a modern-day, professional drum and bass track. I've been very impressed by Lee's depth of knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to explain the occasionally complex, technical areas of music production in a clear and concise way. It also helps that Lee is very personable and patient!"
Wayne Joseph - Production Sessions member
"The Productions Sessions group support has been invaluable in getting me back up to speed. The members are friendly and willing to help and share on a personal level. It's a great environment from the first session, it just felt comfortable".
Chris English - Production Sessions member
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I am new to music production?
If you’re just starting out on your music production journey and would like to join the program, there is a separate Foundation Group, that runs seperately from Production Sessions.
You can register your interest by reaching out at info@futureengineers.net.
What software do I need?
You’ll need a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) such as Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio or Cubase.
You will work in your own DAW so there is no need to learn a new one.
For the best experience, you’ll also need:
- Stable internet connection
- Desktop or laptop computer
- Microphone and built-in or external webcam (if you’re attending live)
- Headphones.
Do I need to produce drum & bass to join?
No. The examples lean toward drum & bass and electronic music, but the frameworks, decision-making process, and workflows apply to all electronic genres.
When does the course start?
The start date for Series 5 is Saturday 28th February 2026.
How long does the program last?
Production Sessions is designed as a long-term production practice that you can return to across multiple cycles.
Series 5 is the second iteration of the Start-to-Finish program, and the curriculum will be continuously developed and refined, based on Founding Member feedback.
The modules are held as monthly sessions and the timeline for one track to be completed is approximately 10 months.
I like to work quickly on music, can I work on more than one track?
Yes, you can apply the framework to any new or existing track that you are working on.
You can allocate one track to work on during the program, and then apply the knowlegde you have gained to other tracks you are working on.
You can even work on multiple tracks during the course and dip in and out of each track when the module topic becomes relevant to a specific track.
What time is the monthly live Zoom session?
The live sessions run on the last Saturday of every month at the following times:
Group 1: 10:00 - 12:00 AEST.
Group 2: 21:00 - 23:00 GMT.
What if I decide the program isn’t right for me?
If you're not satisfied with the program, simply contact us within 30 days of joining for a full refund.
What if I can’t attend every live session?
All sessions are also available as On-Demand replays. You can work through the framework at your own pace while staying connected to the community.
Alternatively, if your busy schedule doesn't allow you the time to attend the live sessions, you can join the On-Demand Tier, which allows you to watch each module in your own time, and still follow the group as it moves through the course in real-time.
What happens if I fall behind?
You can start your own cycle at any point and move through the modules in order, at a pace that fits your life.
Some producers choose to follow the live cycle, others prefer to move autonomously through the content without pressure.
Both approaches are valid and supported.
Can I just watch the content and not have to commit to the course?
Yes, the Retrospective Replay Tier allows you to access the module replays without having to participate in the course.
Can I join Patreon at any time?
You can join Production Sessions even if the live cycle is already underway.
Each module stands on its own and fits into the full framework.
Some producers choose to follow the live cycle, others prefer to move autonomously through the content without pressure.
Both approaches are valid and supported.
How is this different from watching tutorials or breakdowns?
You’ll observe Future Engineers build a real track from scratch, including uncertainty and decision-making, then apply the same process to your own track in your own DAW with guidance and community support.
How long do I have access to the content and community?
You will have access to the content and support from Future Engineers and the community for as long as you remain a Patreon.
Will I get feedback on my music?
Yes. You’ll receive constructive feedback inside the Discord community from Future Engineers and producers working through the same framework.
What kind of feedback can I expect?
Feedback focuses on what’s working, what’s holding the track back, and what to address next — always aligned with the stage you’re in.
What happens at the end of the program?
Production Sessions is an ongoing program and you will continue to receive support from Future Engineers and our community for as long as you remain a Patreon.
Unless you state otherwise, you will be automatically enrolled in the next series and the next production cycle will start again from the beginning.
Will I really finish a track?
If you follow the process and stay engaged, yes. The entire program is designed to guide one track from start to completion.
What happens after I finish my track?
You’ll reflect on the process, identify improvements, and begin the next cycle with more clarity and confidence.
Will my music be released?
There are no guarantees. If a finished track is a good fit, you’ll receive guidance on potential release options — through Transference or another suitable label.
How will I receive feedback on my track?
You will receive personalised feedback from Future Engineers and otther producers in the community at each step of the track writing process through Discord.
You can also request more detialed feedback from Future Engineers via email.
You will also have the opportunity to provide feedback to others, ensuring that you all learn and grow together, and push through any technical challenges or creative blocks.
What additional support is available to me?
You can ask a question at any time through Discord.
Additional 1-to-1 support is available through the Patreon VIP Tier which includes 1 hour of personalised 1-to-1 tuition each month to help you work through the modules and any stumbling blocks.
You can also request for additional 1-to-1 tuition at any time.
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