Any experience of Valvet Audio E2se amplifier?


Hello,
Has anyone auditioned that amplifier? It is a SE, 12w solid state design.
I read some very good reviews, but I trust more the opinions of the independent audiophiles in the forum, before I buy it.
Thank you 
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I just received an F7 yesterday. 

It doesn’t have a lot of time on it yet. So far it sounds great. It probably has more in common sound-wise with the E2se than many other amps I’ve heard.

I think vocals/midrange are a little more spotlighted with the F7. I need a little more time to digest what I’m hearing. The F7 might have a little bigger soundstage and possibly a little more detail in the treble.


Interesting - keep us posted ! 

I figured they were quite similar but was under the impression that the e2se overall would be a tad ahead when it came to being detailed and powerful, yet sweet. 
Side note - we have the same amps (SIT3, XA25, F7) ! I'm debating swapping the F7 for the Valvet hence the question.

I really like the F7 so hesitant to let it go but curiosity is starting to get to me 
I think the E2se might be a little more relaxed but not night and day difference. It’s funny, I’m really enjoying the F7 right now but think a few weeks of break in should be necessary. 
I will say that the F7 feels like it runs a heck of a lot hotter.
Can a 12wpc amp handle the dynamic swings, driving a pair of 86db sensitive speakers ? I am asking, because owning a pair of 104 db sensitive horns, and sometimes using a hand built,1 wpc class A amp ( chassis and transformers of an old HK Citation 12 ), I can easily clip it. Admittedly, I hit peaks, at and beyond 100 db, based on a few db meters, and, I never feel it is too loud. The explosion, on Amused to Death, by Roger Waters, is an excellent example, of what I am talking about. How low, do some of you listen ? Low, is not realistic, imo. Not trying to be the devils advocate here. I am not a head banger. I would love to try the Valvet, or, an SIT3 / F7....just say'in. Enjoy !, and be well.