As I haven't heard...or seen any of TM products in person... I would not be able to comment on your opinion in fair manner. (However, Lundalh based amp... has never sounded good enough...to my tastes either ^^)
From my guestimation, your system seems to be low-wattage SET based one with high efficiency speaker. If your evaluation on phonos is based on such system and tastes... Hmm... then, ....
Please look for original Shindo pre / 300B single power with WESTERN Electric Trans / parts..... , which is far superior to most of products from home/garage based manufacturers. ... you could be amazed..