Robert Lee recommends Triode Corp, but...


In conversation with Robert Lee of Acoustic Zen, I learned that he recommends Triode Corporation's amps and integrated for synergy with his speakers.

But...those amps are few and far between on the used market. I've put out a wanted ad for a power amp or anintegrated rated at 35W or more (Lee's advice for my Adagios).

In the meantime, can anyone offer a similar sounding tube amp/integrated under $3K that would mate/meld well with the AZ Adagios?

I'm running an LSA Statement integrated fed by a Jolida JD9 phono pre. The LSA is golden and is rated at 150W. It's a tad dry, but nothing to really complain about as I consider it a beautiful integrated. Still, in this hobby there's always the exploration avenue.

Thank you - and happy holidays!

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Let me give you another choice that would be fantastic on your speakers. Von Gaylord LM Triode monoblock tube amps. PP amps with 50 watts of glorious tube power and no mods needed. These are amazing amps and so beautiful sounding. Ray’s gear flies under the radar and is so very special. A set is for sale now for $2200 I think. Great buy.
You all are awesome for your thoughtful suggestions. And thank you in particular to the AZ owners for their ideas on synergy and cautions, too. Keep those suggestions coming in.

Again, My LSA is stellar, but in this hobby there's almost always the 'What else..." motif. Not the need for improvement or anything "better", but simply a curiousity as to what else is out there.

The same motif does not apply, of course, to my marriage.
I drove my Acoustic Zens with a Triode of Japan Intergraded 300B with only 8 watts. I'm not using the Amp anymore since changing speakers, If interested let me know.
If you’re happy with the LSA, then consider upgrading your cabling and power delivery. Both improved the performance of my Adagios tremendously.
@cjaronica Thanks - just PM'd you.

@steakster I'm using AZ cabling throughout except for some homemade 8402 IC's I made. I'm running the amp through an AZ Tsunami II cord off a dedicated outlet.