@djspinner Yeah I seem to be on Brent's page (though I'd prefer @bjesien silence)...
Leben #2 performs identically to Leben #1 in this regard: ear at tweeter has low level noise once the operation light comes on and it remains the same no matter the volume. Two different units, two different sets of tubes, same speakers. Hardly a deal breaker (the noise is inaudible during playback or without music at listening position), but...hmmm. .
On a positive note: I can strongly recommend Auditorium 23 cables between the Klipsch and Leben and sources. The impact has been so across the board awesome, they really seem essential for maximizing *this* system's synergy. And no, wouldn't have believed this was possible beforehand.