Managing  Hi and Low resolution files

I'm afraid I know the answer, but am hoping I missed something that will solve my dilemma. I am using iTunes to replace my entire CD collection. I have ripped 300+ cds in Apple loseless format to replace my cd player for both my main audio system, as well as a whole house audio distribution system.
What I really want to do is to be able to load my ipod with these same songs, but at a much lower resolution (i.e. 128).
I realize that I can make itunes re-rip my music @128, but I absolutely do not want 2 copies of the same song/album, etc showing up in my Library.....
I'd be thrilled if I could 1) create a second library where I could store these lower res files, or 2) make itunes rerip on the fly when it transerfers files to my ipod.
So far, I can't find a way to make it do either. Am I missing somenthing? Is there an alternative solution? Is wanting to use high res files for a home system, and low res for mobile so far fetched that apple can't find some way to accomidate it? I am thrilled with my ipods, but extremely frustrated with the lack of useabilty in itunes.
Please help.... PS is there any other software out there (JRiver, etc, that will do what I want to do?)
Thanks,
Jason

Lane,
I think your suggestion may finally be the answer I am looking for!!! I just have a couple of questions on how to actually implement your suggested solution. I have created a second username on my PC. When I launch iTunes from the second username, my music library is basically empty.
What I'd really like to end up with is my full music collection, in 128 aac under my second user name... I'd love some instructions on how to accomplish this..
I hope I'm making sense... any clarification you can provide is extremely appreciated. I feel like I'm this close to finally being able to use the system the way I really want to.
Thanks again for your help,
Jason

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