Yes, me too. That's one reason I hate acoustic (not electronic) drums. The sound guy always brings the rest of the band up to the level of the drums. Then everything is just loud. Even if he can create the right mix so the vocals cut through, because of the drums you still can't hear it. And sometimes, it's just the drummer playing way too aggressive.
I was once in Reno and heard a rock band in a casino. I didn't care for their type of music, but the sound was great and I listened to them until they finished. Digital drums, no guitar amps on stage and in ear monitors. The sound guy (actually a member of the band) did an excellent job and I feel sure he could leave that mix fairly consistent no matter where they played. They had two speakers in front and maybe a small sub in the back near the drummer. Was not loud, but every instrument and vocal was clearly heard.
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