High Fidelity Cables CT-1designed by Rick Schultz


In December 2011,I wrote that High Fidelity cables led by cable designer Rick Schultz was putting together a new cable.The cable came to market as CT-1.The CT-1 has FINALLY made it into my system!I had obtained a version of the prototype that Rick had been working on.It blew my previous reference Genesis by Virtual Dynamics.I thought I had finally found my end with this cable.This prototype delivered to my ears "Nirvana".Could I be at the end of my quest for the ultimate sound?
No. I received two pairs of CT-1 to replace my prototypes.They went into the system this past Friday.Unable to dedicate time until Sunday listening,I stole a few moments,ducking away from company with anticipation.My guest could tell even with the music set for"ambiance"something was intriguing and I was in for a treat!
The experience:
First off,CT-1 was very user friendly.Installation was simple;the cable is very nice and light.The female RCA fit beautifully unlike any I had found in other cable.It was secure and reliable.It seemed much thought was dedicated to developing a designer fit to an aesthetically stunning RCA connector.Install entailed a few wiggles to ensure what seemed like a compression fit on my RCA.
It was 2-3 hrs. for the 1st step of break in to be complete.At that point I had something different!Today,although they only have 10-12 hrs. on them,I can`t put into words how much my system has transformed.Believe me,I loved my prototypes.However....there is simply no comparision.
The clarity and sound is so natural.
The soundstage is like nothing I ever heard.Resoulution is breathtaking and inner detail is simply hard to believe possible.
The sound has transended and now it simply does not seem as thought I have speakers.
My system is musicians playing music.
I am told with time they will improve and I trust that as it was revealed with the prototypes.I wanted to share my thoughts with you that now.
Unequivocally,a testament to High Fidelity,as the name declares.
High Fidelity Cables for me,the last word on it,after 12 hours!
Truly Amazing

Al
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My system always sounded good, and is sounding even better with the addition of HFC. I've searched for a long time and have spend more money then I probably should have trying different interconnects, speaker cables and power cords but for me and probably many of you it's part of the hobby and journey.
Of course the better the recording (for me on a CD or LP) the better my music sounds. I just picked up this JVC XRCD24 "Ready To Go" by Philippe Saisse Acoustigue Trio (on sale). Wow, very dynamic and well recorder. Really put my system through its paces. I recommend the CD to you but preview it on the internet first to make sure its to your liking.
Has anyone tried the $2K CT-1 power cord shown on the HFC website? I was not aware of this cord so perhaps it is new. Anyway, it might be a good chance to try an entry-level AC cord while avoiding what was a big barrier to entry since the previous entry-level AC cord was the Ultimate model at $6900 for a 1 meter cord. Thanks.

BTW, I now have 2 Ultimate IC's, Ultimate speaker cables, and a CT-1 that I am using for phono signals. This has made a jaw-dropping improvement in space, bass, speed, dynamics, immediacy, you name it. As I mentioned before, my unusual system uses single-driver speakers and electronics with a 30 MHz bandwidth. The HF Cables seem to be a great match.
Rlawry, Wow!, I didn't hear about this U PC until now. It is new! I want to try one! This could be ideal for my auxiliary power cords. D
"My system always sounded good..." Really? You mean it never sounded bad? I hate to be skeptical but I find that difficult to believe, you know, since audiophiles by and large are driven to extremes by the rather poor sound of their systems, at least initially. It's ok to admit you used to have bad sound, you know.
Geoffkait,
It's hard to remember what my initial system sounded like 44 years ago. There have been so many changes and improvements over the years. In those days we used zip cord for speaker wire.
I was referring to my current system and years of experience. Sorry if my comment offended you. I believe other readers understand what I was attempting to communicate.