| clueless in the red light
I'm an engineer/ producer kind of guy, and forgive me alpha, I don't play no stinking instruments. Hey what's that red light ? are you lookin' at me?
I don't officially know how to play anything, but I do know how to communicate with musicians and make them happy most of the time. Knowing how to operate the studio gear is nice also.
But if I had it to do over again I would like to play an instrument or two. I also know a fair amount about certain instruments and amps, and musical terminology for a non-musician.
I think it's possible to be a decent engineer and/or producer without playing an instrument if you have sufficient knowlege of gear, musicians, music, and diplomacy. Having a decent ear for time and pitch is vital. If I could play an instrument it sure as hell wouldn't hurt though.
wurly
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