McGrath of Harlow said: "What's wrong with "mike" and "miking"?"
Nothing, mate. Spell it however you like and I'll do the same. Is that the extent of your contribution? Thanks anyway.
@ Bernard & Tootler: Thanks guys..."Noise breeds noise" is damn right and I will certainly keep it firmly in mind.
I've tried to emphasise that I know the pub and the punters well. I've played there for years, both unplugged and with a fully amplified band, indoors and out. I won't be trying anything that isn't appropriate to the venue and/or the nature of the session.
The "L" shape of the room is crucially relevant, as is the fact that many or most of the players are actually facing away from the main part of the room as we face into the table.
The arrangement is kind of as shown below, where "O" indicates a player. The small "O"s give a far more spacious impression than is the real situation.
Sadly, available room does not allow us to move into the main part. The arrangement of tables, toilet doors, bar, fruit machine etc dictate our position.
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