Soundsmith Straingauge

There were some threads on this cartridge a while back. I think all the posters were reporting on what they heard at CES or other demos. I'm curious to hear what buyers have to say about this cartridge and preamp now that it's in your systems. Still a giant killer? How does the preamp compare to other preamps?

After CES, some said that it's better than anything out there, and others said that it sounds thin (but that may have been because of the system at CES.) Inquiring minds want to know.

Thanks for your input.