The Shure SM57 Vocal Compression Settings You Actually Need
November 6, 2025
If you’re using a Shure SM57 and you’re struggling with vocal mixing in your home studio, especially with vocal compression, this video is for you.
Turn Your Shure SM57 Into a Studio-Quality Vocal Mic (EQ Trick)
October 30, 2025
The Shure SM57 is the greatest microphone of all time. Not only is it extremely affordable (around $100), it’s also tough enough to hammer nails
Why You Struggle With Amp Sims and Impulse Responses
July 18, 2025
Most amp sims and impulse responses are a complete waste of money and time. Amp sims can be an amazing production tool that allow
Is “Modern Metal Production” Dying?
April 10, 2025
When I think of “modern metal production”, I think of a whole lot of MIDI and a whole lot of mechanical perfection. Amazing-sounding MIDI drum
Adam Audio D3V Desktop Studio Monitors: are they worth the hype??
January 9, 2025
The new Adam Audio D3V desktop monitors have been showing up everywhere lately. If you’ve been following my content for any length of time, you
Why New Plugins Are A Complete WASTE Of Money
January 2, 2025
Are you currently unhappy with the way your recordings and mixes sound and thinking of maybe picking up some new plugins? Are you looking for
Mixing Midrange: 3 Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs
December 19, 2024
People ask me about mixing midrange all of the time and for good reason… The midrange is the most important part of your mix. If
Why Parallel Compression Might NOT Be For You
September 5, 2024
Parallel compression is a useful mixing tool, but it’s not for everyone. Depending on the subgenre of rock or metal you’re mixing, parallel compression can
The Downfall Of Home Recording
August 22, 2024
Home recording (as we know it) has been around for a very long time now. USB interfaces, Plugins, and DAW’s have been around for well
How I EQ Vocal Tracks The EASY Way
May 2, 2024
Vocals are, by far, the most important element of the mix to get right. They’re also one of the main production elements that bedroom producers
free guide
5 Steps to Better Heavy Mixes
Price: $17 Free Today
You will also be subscribed to my weekly newsletter with my latest metal mixing tips. You can unsubscribe at any time.
About
My name is Bobby Torres and I’ve been a full-time audio engineer/producer/mixer within the metal and hard rock genres for well over a decade.
I’m on a mission to put an end to all of the false information that leads aspiring producers and mixers down a never-ending path of confusion, wasted money, wasted time and very little progress.
