John,

I agree with you 100% for an overall sound, especially if you have other instruments playing. Bernie9 was talking about piano only and I stand by my suggestion.

Speaking of EQ, this, in itself is an art. This is something that all members of the forum should work on. I have heard countless songs performed by members that have a very bad mix. MIX IS EVERYTHING IN A PERFORMANCE. You can express very good ideas, which I am sorry to say that I haven't heard many and it be ruined by a bad mix. Learning this art requires doing serious recording work. This, in itself will teach you the importance of a good mix. How many of us have heard over the years a good performance on a recording but the mix was totally flat and ruined the possibilities of this track ever becoming a bit hit. There lies the answer.

Scott