mtsars

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buy upsample processor or new CD player? Or ... ?
Steve,Before you do anything, you should replace your speaker cables. I've heard MITs with Vandys before and I think it's a horrible combination. A few feet of Kimber 8TC would not expensive and yield you some excellent results. I would try to tak... 
Help with CD player 1000
I own the FMJ CD23. One of the most musical CD players that I've ever heard. Also provides more low level detail than most players in the sub $2500 range. If you have the extra cash, it's well worth the money. 
Arcam CD92 vs. Cary 303/100
Why not try the FMJ CD23 by Arcam? I've noticed too that there seem to be a lot of the Cary cd players on the used market. Not sure why... 
Help me find this sound
No offense, but I think the weak link is your transport. Use your mega changer an a cd holder and buy a decent single disc player. I actually have a sony changer that is not connected to my system, but serves as a compact way to store and organize... 
Hiss at very low volumes
Not to sound degrading, but that hiss is prevelent in many low end stereo products. Years ago I used to buy components at the wiz (sony receivers etc..) and no matter what I tried, that hiss was always there. You could try cleaning up your power, ... 
New or used amp?
Look into a belles 150A hotrod. Can't do better for the price ($1499 new. about $1000 used). Solid as a rock and has a very smooth sound