Thanks Christopher for chiming in!

Yeah, my amp is open backed, so turning it around wouldn't have helped...unless I turned it sideways.

I've read elsewhere that you don't want to annoy the sound guy...make him your buddy...he has the power to make you sound horrible...or great!

I've seen the clear plexiglass baffles put in front of drum kits, but never amps. I like your idea of building a baffle from plywood, painting it black, and putting the band's logo on it.

Well, I have other ideas and stuff to explore...thanks!