I didn't read this entire thread (shame on me!), but Willie-O's response caught my eye. A lot of years back,a member of our band made a video tape of a performance. I was new to the band and other than speaking in public (over a PA system), I had had little experience with a mic (performing). During previous performances, we had had conversations about getting too close to the mic - just general discussion, saying that the mics were "hot" and we didn't need to be right up on them. The conversation (certainly meant for my benefit) had apparently gone over my head, but when I heard and saw the video (my two buddies looked over at me as we were watching it, but didn't say a word), it was obvious that I was way too close. I was totally embarassed and apoligized to my friends. Recording a performance and playing it back sure did the trick for me. Maybe it will for you too! Jim