| Depends on the situation like others have described. If the person is really talented, knows what they want and feel the need you gotta give them some rope. People like that realize when they are hanging themselves pretty fast....and they may just come up with something better. Of course no two situations are the same.
If it is an inexperienced person in the studio they may not realize the more they do it the worse it gets, some gentle nudging and honestly may be in order. Sometimes a person is looking for a little guidance and welcomes it. Trickery and deception no matter how trivial or fun it may seem is a no go for me.
It really is all about just dealing with people. Make someone feel comfortable and be upfront with them and you gain their respect in the long run, and possibly a client for life.
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Tom Lelli www.aalarecording.com
___________________________________ "But , If the singer is a marine , and the drums are made of walnut and the guitar
being played is an SG with p-90's through a Marshal Major ,
then give me my U47 back !!" Gretschman We make noise for a living. Better than pushing paper! Mudrock |