Makes me glad I don't have a live gig and have to drag all that gear around. I also believe stereo sound (in the right environment or equipment) works for the listener better.

Fran's comment about Panning Left gave me a mile-wide grin. Speaking of panning, when recording, one of the first things I do is turn the knobs toward the center... like where the band director would be standing. I seldom take the individual instruments provided with the style being used... unless there is a reason for keeping them. The volume's for each instrument also get a good "working over." All of this would probably go right out the window if I were performing in front of an audience like you guys.

Thanks, Tony for giving us something to express our opinions... and humor!