As a Seattle-area native, I am very glad they are playing the Tacoma Dome instead of Key Arena. Obviously, the aforementioned size and location issues are surely an issue (Seattle and Tacoma are about 35 miles apart, which unfortunately does make a longer trip for those hitting Tacoma and Vancouver). I am somewhat bummed they're not playing Portland too, but in a way it's good because it forces me to limit myself to enjoying one show. I technically can't even afford one given the economic situation! Given that and the 'subject matter' of this tour, I should practice control, and I know if there was a Portland show I wouldn't be able to resist. Luckily, I can talk myself out of Vancouver BC by exaggerating the irritance of border-crossing in my mind!
Having said all of that, my personal reason for preferring the Tacoma venue is sound. The Key Arena's sound isn't god awful, but definitely leaves something to be desired. The Tacoma Dome is unique because the domed top is made of wood, making for far superior sound and way less echo than your typical indoor venue of that size.
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