What's my next step in AC conditioning??


How do I get my system's background to be quieter without losing dynamics (or adding brightness)?
I currently have 6 components plugged into a Monster HTS 2000 plugged into a standard double wall outlet. If I plug my CJ MV-55 directly into the wall outlet, I lose dynamics.
What's the next step:
An audio grade wall outlet? Which one would be best for me?
Upgrade from my HTS 2000?
Thanks in advance!
umn

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Sol322:

Into the HTS I have:

CJ MV-55
Creek OBH-12 passive preamp
HAD 512 CDP used as transport
MSB Link II
Scott 350 FM tuner (vintage)
Sony Cassette deck (I am always dubbing for my kids)

It is not a dedicated line.

Thanks.
I just tried something this morning and I think that I may have cured my problem.
My audio system is set up in my den where I have the usual computer, moniters, printers, UPS's, plus other electronic devices.
This morning, I left everything plugged into the Monster HTS2000. However, I moved to an outlet of a seperate electrical line that has nothing but outside lights on it(via a heavy duty extension cord). Somehow my system is now quiet. Does this make sense? Is all I need a seperate dedicated line for my audio equipment? What this make such a difference?
Tom:
1. When you say that used 12AWG Belden & 10AWG Romex for your dedicated lines, do you mean that the electrician ran that gauge wire all the way from the breaker panel?
2. Have you ever tried plugging your amplifier directly into the Porter Port?
Thanks.
Uri
Physicanimal:
Thanks for your response.
1. How do I locate the 2 circuits on the Monster; there are 12 outlets on it. CD, video, amplifier, aux., etc.
2. Will 2-3 amps be enough for my CJ tube amp? (I see a 1 amp ONEAC transformer on ebay.) Is that enough?
Thanks.
Uri
Thanks for all the posts.
Bottom line is that I willinstall 1 or 2 dedicated lines plus Porter Ports. I will also try some oneac isoltaion transformers.