Wow my 7th row tickets in San Diego were only $48.00 with ticketbastard charges. I don't think all the bands are playing that night though. Only 4 are listed (Megadeth, Dream Theater, Nevermore and Fear Factory). Maybe thats why it's a bit cheaper.
yeah some shows are unable to do the 2nd stage bands at all, SD is one of them. I think Boston is the other. Symphony X will also not be playing after the Toronto show.