Depending on how close the first row is to the stage you may want to be between the 5th and 10th row. you want to be infront of the Pa.'s as opposed to the side of them. alot of times the first row is between the stacks and you don't get the full volume because its going past you, thats why I recomend being back just a few rows. but If we are talking a stadium set up you will be a little further back from the stage with Pa's all around you even if you in the front row....Oh yah and have fun!