XLR 3-pin female on the mic end (x2)

different mic positions
Message: 3. 
Subject: this terminating in stereo balanced cable, long enough for a short
run setup only (2m maybe)
Message: 4. 
Subject: female 5-pin to 2x 3-pin male break-out for recorder end

This doesn't need a break-out on the mic side, minimising setup and
weight. It is adaptable to different runs by adding a length of
"standard" stereo balanced cable with 5-pin XLR.

Does this seem a good idea?

-- robin