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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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jay23
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hifial,

Thanks for all of the information you've procured! Especially about the 10 amp "limit".

In regards to the Helix Waveguides, I understand the internals and construction are fully different. However, even if you look at the module in the video for the CT-1 Ultimate Reference Helix Power Cable (http://www.highfidelitycables.com/products/power/ct1urh/), you will see it is designated as the "CT-1 Ultimate Reference".

That is why I was interested in what the modules in the Hemisphere are designated. The different module types likely indicate different strengths or quality levels of magnets. Given HFC states, "The MC-6 hemisphere may not represent the most exotic product built by High Fidelity Cables for power conditioning," gave me more interest about its modules' designation.
 


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hifial
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Jay, the best I can say is that the "Hemisphere" is "half"/scaled down version of an "Ultimate Reference Helix".

At the present time there are "Helix" and Hemisphere" that stand alone and apart from the rest of the line. They are related to each other but are also separate from each other.

The Helix is a major development. They wanted to bring it to a lower price point.
The Hemisphere is a version of that tech that gives a strong taste of the full Helix.

It is my understanding that they both can be used in various levels/strengths and that HFC hope to bring out more products using them both.

Again, I understand that you see that the the "modules" have on them "CT-1 Ultimate Reference" but I was told not to relate that to the regular Ultimate Reference line. That the Helix stands on its own and is not to be thought of as anything else in the HFC line. And the same was said of the Hemisphere.

I was told that the best why to think of the Hemisphere is what I mentioned above.

Also, HFC admitted that the way they name and designate the line is confusing.    
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audiolabyrinth
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Ddraudt, I call it the way I see it,  the same individual pretty much hates you,  so much for picking your side, thanks
calvinj
2,317 posts
 
Back to the listening, let's talk audio. Great sound is the object here. Depth and transparency. Like the sound not the people.  How is your system sounding @tbg 

tbg
5,263 posts
 
calvinj. thanks for your interest. All that I really have to add at this point is that I think Rick is right about 200 hours of breakin. I have change nothing in the last month other than going to URH phono cables. But I am struck that the realism is ever improving.

This is sad for me as soon we are off to New Mexico's mountains and cool weather and I am not going to have sound for two months!
We are selling the house out there so I am going to use the available space on return to bring home my LSA1Statement speakers, racks, Zilplex room treatment, etc. as well as our cooking utensils, clothing etc.

More in September. Have fun guys.
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