uninitiated — not having knowledge or experience of something; not initiated into a particular group or activity

a nervous young person stares blankly at rows of complicated knobs, sliders, and digital displays on a massive mixing console. They hesitantly reach toward random controls without understanding their purpose. The experienced sound engineer beside them notices the confused expressions and prepares to offer guidance. Multiple microphones, speakers, and professional recording equipment fill the studio background. Other musicians in the background shake their heads knowingly at the newcomer's obvious confusion. someone who is not having knowledge or experience of the specialized recording process