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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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ddraudt
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HF URR PC further insights. Hi Friends, an adjunct to my power cord report of 6/27, with another 250 hours on the cord or 300hrs total
there is more, much more. The extension, power, silent background, speed, tone, texture, involvement, emotion all obviously improved.
I muse as beautiful music washes over me, This is so real- Wow-
how can I describe even better than amazing? It's so many little clues to give more of a sense of live. A cymbal gives off a wider range of tone and texture as I "see" the symbol tilt and float in space as it's struck. The bass drum has more power at lower notes than before and I can hear the tone and texture of the drum head much more clearly. Vocals sweet organic breath floating effortlessly in the air. Tunes we enjoyed were so improved they sounded like different music performed by more talented folk. Stringed instruments sing like never before and I can hear the materials used to build them like they were in my lap. Much harder to listen without getting lost in the music.
I hope YOU are enjoying music! D
chris_launder
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I just read the review of the Phasure Dac and while it sounds good I must admit I'm getting a bit old to start again with yet another music source , I also think its ironic that as we get on in years and can afford to get better and better equipment our hearing capabilities diminish proportionately ..... now , back to my CT1's allowing me to enjoy a 10 year old cd -:)
calvinj
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@tbg did you ever run an lsa statement amplifier with high fidelity reference or ultimate reference cabling and did it sound good? What was your opinion on the lsa statement.
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petieboy12003
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So Ddraudt, basically you are saying i/we should not hesitate to get these URR P-cords right?

Chris, yea that is similar to what Gary said to me a few times at the beginning before he took the plunge.
You really should ask him his experience.
1:The NOS1/XXhighend system is basically plug and play and way easier than using CD and infinitely more convenient and most importantly so much better sound. In less than a few hours use i can promise you will never look back in any way
2:6moons review had unique problems with their system and kind of made things come across to the newbee reader as more complicated than it really is. Also remember XXhighend software no longer requires any of the adjustments or configuration since that review. NOS1a is now totally immune to any noise or interference from computer source. It is more plug and play then ever before and we can now save $$ on cables as well as having better sound.
3:NOS1 now sounds allot better since that 6moons review and scarily can only keep getting better as windows improves and meanwhile Peter keeps improving his amazing software and even recently coming up with the world first `a` upgrade. This source is world first and world class in more than 1 way
4:Peter is there for us supporting all NOS1 users almost instantly if ever need be. Support is A++++++
5:You can always get your money back, but no one has returned yet
6:Ha you can`t be too worried about hearing if you play with these $$ high end cables...

I wont say any more. But i really encourage to keep a open mind on this option and maybe read more of Peter`s site or at least have a quick chat to Gary. Most of us know him here on Audiogon... he is well respected. Gary has been around allot longer than i.

Anyway,yea, this is a HF thread. I shall chime in again when i try the UR/URR range soon.
tbg
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Calvinj, I had kept my LSA Statement around after it had been updated to the new "plus" version even though I was using the BMC M2 monoblocks on my BMC Arcadia speakers as a backup for either an amp or integrated amp to replace my preamp. It turned out to be very fortunate as one night in late Jan., one M2 failed. I put the Statement in and was amazed at how good it was. From Feb. thru mid June it was my only amp.

I used it while evaluating most of the HFC gear from the CT-! Ultimates through the Ultimate Reference, the Ultimate Reference Rhodium pcs, and the Waveguide power center. Even my experiences with the Star Sound Tech Apprentices largely rested on the LSA Statement for amplification.

I think you know Rick Schultz. He heard the Statement when demonstrating his power cords. Yes, I am now back to using the M2s and get more channel separation with them but the LSA Statement is exceptional.
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