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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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68pete
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hifial
I will give the Hemisphere more time before making a change back. I did experience the roller coaster ride when the Hemisphere was plugged into the P10 for about 300 plus hours, so giving it 100 hours more out of the P10 loop no problem. The sound of the Hemisphere  mids and highs are very good.

ozzy
The P10 is great piece of equipment. If you get a chance to plug the MC O.5 into the back of it please post your finding. Have you noticed on the P10 screen if the THD has change any with the MC O.5 on the power line coming or going ?  I do not know about the Graphene and magnets. the Graphene is from what i read very very dense maybe its holding the magnets back? A question for Rick at High Fidelity. Rick is real good about responding to question put to the High Fidelity web sight.


jay23
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Thanks for the answers guys!

hifial:
Please do do let me know if you get any clarification about the 10 amp limit.


Anyone with knowledge of the Hemisphere internals:

I have determined that there seem to be 6 versions of the wave guides (listed below). Do you know which one is used in the Hemisphere?

CT-1 Enhanced - Wave Guide V1 modules
CT-1 Ultimate - Wave Guide V2 and V3 modules
CT-1 Ultimate Reference - Wave Guide V4 (?) modules
CT-1 Ultimate Reference (?) - Helix Wave Guide modules
Professional Series - Professional Series modules


Also, for those that own 4 or more of the MC-0.5s, have you seen this High Fidelity Cables YouTube video (    https://youtu.be/sjJFCiEmAr4 )?

Rick seems to be using the Ultimate Reference Helix Power Conditioner, Professional Series Power Cables, Professional Series Speaker Cables, and probably Professional Series RCA Interconnects. Even with all of these magnets (and more), the 4 MC-05s make a substantial difference to the noise floor. Did 4 MC-0.5s make a similar difference in your systems?

Thanks for the responses!
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hifial
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jay 23, from the HFC web site, for the MC-6 Hemisphere.

[newly developed waveguide system we call the "Hemisphere". Derived from the successful Helix technology used in our very top-end products, the Hemisphere has been specialized for AC power to utilize the magnetic fields inside the wave guide.]

So it is another waveguide but is based on the Helix.

When I spoke to Rick a few months ago I remember him mentioning that it was based on the Helix.  I also got the impression that they were planing on bringing out other products based on the Hemisphere Waveguide.

I will try and find out about the 10amp. I just need the time to reach HFC.
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ozzy
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68pete,

I just tried 6 of the MC-05’s in my PS Audio P10 for a day. I still have 3 at the wall outlet. The sound again got a little louder but more up front. In comparison to having those six added at the wall that resulted in the sound stage going back again. Which is correct? I don’t know. The video may make the difference. I’m going to try again while viewing my 85" UHD Samsung.

A thing I noticed. Once you move the MC-05’s it may take several hours to get the full result. To play it safe, I’ll’ give them 24 hours at each location.

tbg, mentioned about vibration control with the MC-05’s. I may try adding some teflon tape (plumbers tape) around the MC-05’s to see if that has any affect.

68pete
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ozzy
Thanks for the info,  lets us know after you get a little more time on them.
 Just saw this to day In the July issue of Stereophile vol 39 no.7 There is a review of PSaudio P10 by Jim Austin  He reports about what i experienced when i removed the P10 from my loop, about the drop off of  tightness in the base. 
My Hemisphere is still plugged straight to the wall(no P10 not in loop)The highs and midrange is just beautiful,  sound stage is taller wider than it has ever been. The base is still disappointing (not as good as before). But to be fair i will give it at least 100 hours more before i decided on putting the P10 back in the loop
Enjoy Pete
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