Just got back from Vals, and gotta say he was very friendly, if a little 'kooky'.
Pricewise, everything starts at $20, so if you want anything under £20 in the guide it's a bust.
Still managed to pick up a few nice pieces from him, particularly R&B which isn't in the books yet.
He does like to go on about the Lord, Mental Health and I-Raq though, so a pair of ear-plugs is recommended.