Any reviews or buzz on Ayre k-5x preamp?

No reviews yet that I am aware of but take a look at Avalon's website. They have a link to CES 2003, where their Eidolons partnered with Ayre K-5, V-5x, CX-7 and Cardas were voted best of show. I have a K-3x and its extremely musical, as is the V-5x which I have now just broken in. Charles Hansen(Ayre designer) is a genius IMHO.

ready to change from my perreax sa 3. thinking ayre kx3,audio research ls25, herron. want liquid envolving and reliable any ideas? can spend 4 or 5k on pre amp. thanks.