[nmartin]

If you switch it over to mono, you should hear if there's any really bad phasing. Basically you'll hear some frequencies drop out in mono that sound fine in stereo. However, it would be a lot easier, and quicker, if I can just glance at a plugin while setting up the mics.

One of the plugins in waves shows the stereo image, and also shows phasing. Too bad I can't afford waves.

Surely there's some other less expensive plugin that shows phasing! Or is there an easier way to hear it?