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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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charles1dad
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It was very easy to get a pair fromThe Cable Company for a two week audition. The fee charged is 5% of the product retail value and shipping. It was worth it for me. After reading all the positive testimonials on this site I just had to try them in my own system and form my opinion.
I auditioned the CT-1 Enhanced version and they certainly equalled the high praise. I bought the Ultimate digital cable and it's stunningly good.This single cable absolutely improved the sound of a system I already loved.
Regards,
calloway
874 posts
 
Audiolabyrinth..you will not be disappointed... i have the CT-1U speaker cables and the CT-1E interconnects..they are amazing...good luck
cyrus
44 posts
 
Charles1dad, What digital cable were you using before you bought the Ultimate Digital cable?
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audiolabyrinth
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Thankyou genlemen, I want to listen to them, not buy them!,,I do not want to go the cable company route,they would keep my 5% of my money, I am building a second system, and am very currious about these high fidelity cables,, not to be closed minded here, I believe the Taralabs zero gold I/C and omega gold speaker cables I have on my main system would be in a totally better performance league than the fidelity cables!,, I have compaired the odin cable to these taras,, not that the odin was not good, the taras presented a better match for my system!, they were musical instead of analitical!,,were do I go listen to the fidelity cables? thankyou gentlemen! Happy listening!
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charles1dad
10,250 posts
 
5% is a reasonable charge if it allows a home audition( two weeks) and actual comparison with other cables,what`s a better way to find out? It eliminates the guessing and speculation.If you believe the Taralabs is in a different league, just compare directly and let your ears settle it.
Regards,
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