Hi bigsmoke,
The LH500 is a stonking amp and I've been really torn about selling it since getting my NA650 a few weeks ago - I love its fast, aggressive and punchy tone. But the V-Type preamp does the same (hell, it's essentially the same preamp) and with more dirt when required. I've always wanted one and have always said the only thing I'd sell the LH500 for is a V-Type of some form. It obviously needs a power amp still but hey, these things are fun to find!
If you want more info PM me and I'll try to explain!
dood - yeah, I appear to be the lucky one, I can't wait