I found the dynamics of the Lascala's illuminating and intense and energizing and wonderful, for a time. However, it proved too much of a good thing over time. I never tried them with tubes, though, and maybe I should have. I also never really had them in a space where they really had the room they need. Most of my critical listening was in a 12X13ish space with one side wall opening to a kitchen space of smaller dimension, although I did have them in a 20X15 space for a time, but with lesser electronics. I do admit to being curious what they would sound like with my current electronics, many times more expensive and better quality than anything I had when I owned the Lascalas.
Good luck with your decision. I do agree with others it would be best for you to hear the Lascalas for yourself before making a decision, but if there are other personal considerations and pressures, it may not be the best situation for experimenting with your acoustic tastes.
Good luck with your decision. I do agree with others it would be best for you to hear the Lascalas for yourself before making a decision, but if there are other personal considerations and pressures, it may not be the best situation for experimenting with your acoustic tastes.