I will bee present at this meet too. I had heard it was coming up, but just ventured over details. Not too sure what I'll have at the time since my gear changes a bit. Not really upgrades, but rather side-grades as I have a lot of curiosity to hear a lot of variations, but don't really feel the necessity to leap for a larger upgrade at a substantial cost, but only realize a single digit improvement in sound.
Latest mission: Find an amp that can have dynamics in the range of the Vali, but without some of the microphonics issues. I have the Asgard l, which is a good performer by more than a few accounts, and quite possibly a better sound signature than the Asgard 2, especially if the gain options and pre-outs are not needed.
Looking forward tho this event ... To see and hear some different gear, then lust along with the feeling that additional purchases should be made.