I had a Musical Surroundings Nova III and went to a Chinook. Big improvement. The Nova never felt full sounding and very paper thin, I even had the power supply. Loved the Chinook and it allowed air around instruments and tube rolling was fun. Great starting point. I now run a transimpedance phono, so the Sutherland should be very nice as well.
Phono stage comparisons
I'm looking at 3 possible used phonostages. In order of price least expensive to most - Sutherland 20/20, PS Audio Stellar, and Manley Chinook. I am leaning towards either the Stellar or the Chinook but the price on the Sutherland is hard to pass up.
All three get very good reviews. I am hoping someone has actual experience with them and cares to share. FYI I am currently using a Musical Surroundings Phonomena ll pre.
Thanks