I wasn't at RMAF, but I've had Hugh's new amp, the Soraya (the same that was at RMAF), in my system for the last 2 weeks. I've gone through AKSA's complete evolution, Aksa 100, N+, Lifeforce and finally the Soraya. All I can say is that In My System - CAT Pre, modded Zhaolu dac, Alon IV speaks, its as good as I've ever heard. Initially, I missed a bit of the bass authority I desired (the Alons generally require 200wpc+), but with the addition of a dedicated $20 Felix diy conditioner built into a Volex cord, my quibbles have evaporated. The amp is simply stunning.
As with any component, one should really hear it in their own system, and much depends on one's own subjective preferences. (I've never found any NuForce my cuppa). Within its power range, I've never heard a sand state amp its equal, and until Hugh comes out with a 200+wpc Soraya, I'm done....
FWIW,
Paul aka Occam