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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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ddraudt
609 posts
 
Price of Hi Fidelity Ultimate Reference speaker cable $12,500.00 for 1 Meter
and I believe $900 for each half meter more. I spoke to Rick while he was at CES this week. I'm making plans to get the UR speaker cable as soon as I can.
I have had so much fun and been so amazed with all the HF cables so far.

Thank You Rick Schultz for my amazing year in audio.
The best in 35 years of listening.
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Andrew, I only tried this with the CT-1 Es. Speaker wire without doubt. Next preamp to amp. A digital cable is next. Finally, on source to preamp, I give a slight edge thus far to digital.
rata3
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You don't have to worry between HFC, CT-1, CT-1E or CT-1U, they are very good cables for the money but there is no way the will beat Echole Signature or Echole OMNIA.

I have compared them with time in 2 very good system and Echole always wins by a substantial margin in all aspects.
calloway
874 posts
 
Rata3...i had the Echole Sigs, also, and ,IMO, the HF cables are much better...IN MY SYSTEM. nothing is 100%...the Echoles are very good but not as good in my system.that's why there is no 'best' cable.
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charles1dad
10,249 posts
 
I agree with Calloway, arguments over what's "best" is strictly an individual preference with many variables, certainly system/component matter. Both of these cables are considered to be stellar. No need for another pissiing contest.
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