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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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Thanks knghifi......I apologize for my ignorance but what is the WBF forum.

Thanks Pete. 28? Yikes. I was thinking two would suffice. Usually if one is good, two is better. In audio there is no limit to better! Guess that's what makes it so much fun. I think I'll start with two and experiment with placement. 
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mac48025,  Dedicated powerlines, how many?    Audio and Video Power Product Forum
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I have two 20 amp dedicated lines for my audio. Thanks for pointing me to A&V forum. 

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My CT-1 interconnects arrived today. My initial impressions are that they are great looking, well built and come in a nice case. I'll let them play for a couple of days before sharing listening impressions as I know their magnetic influences takes a couple of days to build up. 
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GL mac48025

After ~30 hours, 4 MC-0.5's are settling nicely.    No darkness or hardness following day after break in with TVs for 100 hours.

All I can say is WOW!   It's like turbo charger kicked in and everything explodes in all direction.   Sound stage expanded in all directions, trailing notes lingers and lingers ..., more decay, improved separation between lyrics, more air ... so far all positives.   Going from 2 to 6 is more dramatic than initial 2.

How many do you have 68pete??   I can't imagine SQ adding another 22.   Yikes!  Is there a law of diminishing returns to this madness?   

I'm going to add 2 new PCs from wall to Weizhis Wed so going to enjoy my system for a while before adding more MC-0.5s.   Highly Recommended!

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