| Running two sets of mic's IMHO is not a good solution, two sets of cables, two sets of mic stands, etc, it gets messy and p**ses people off, important people, like the band, the FOH guy etc. Direct out's of the desk also can also be a problem as not many desks have them these days. The split is the safe, easiest, pro way to do it and will achieve the best result. If mic's being used by the FOH guy are not great and you as the recording company have better ones, often this is negotiated with the FOH engineer in advance, most of the time they are pretty accomodating unless what you are proposing is silly.
Regards to all
Roland |