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
alpass
Yes, I have ! :-)
I use to use DNM interconnects, those were fast and clean on my all tube system which is what I needed, when I went to the MG Planus I interconnects, I preferred it and thought I'd find Audio Nirvana, in fact, I was so happy with the synergy and 3D soundstage the the MG cables offered that I didn't think I would ever need to change them, but boy was I wrong?! I ordered a set of the CT1, and to my surprise, the difference was as huge as swapping a component like changing the DAC or amp for instance, the bass became solid with incredible gravity and solidity, the mids more airy and open, the top-end was also more natural yet more pristine and crystal clear, then I made the mistake to try the CT-1 Enhanced, that was even more unbelievable, what was so great about the CT-1 just got way more airy, way more clean and way more articulate with a precision that was almost sick! Let me assure you, your MG's although good, will sound like cheap and nasty cables when you get your hands on the HF cables, the price is of course way more, but the payback is ridiculous. If you can afford them, I believe your search will end there. Anything else will warrant upgrading except for the CT-1/E. I am about to upgrade my MG speaker cables and saving big time for the CT-1's, I'm suffering from what I'd like to call, PWS (premature withdrawal symptoms), believe me :-)
Rx8man
we purchased our CT-1`S around the same time last year.look`s like we are missing something with the upgraded cables
Al
Al,
I can't believe we're suffering(!) but I called Calloway last night and my thoughts were confirmed to what he's hearing, I guess it's time to start $aving, sheesh...............

I hope Rick doesn't come up with a "Super Ultra" enough is enough already!