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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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Hi Tbg,
I'll admit reading the comments of of Troy owners on Audio Exotics got my attention. These people strike me as sincere and true lovers of superior music reproduction rather than chasing the hifi game. I think they're seasoned and very sophisticated listeners who can sniff out the artificial crap pretty quickly. Their frequent use of "real" and "natural" to describe what they hear with the Tripoint Troy is exactly what motivates me as well. I'll find out soon, I'm very encouraged.
Charles,
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audiolabyrinth
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Very good read fellas!, both of the products mentioned have my attension!, given the exotic pricing of the HF wave guides, what is the pricing of the troy equipment?
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charles1dad
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The latest version is the Troy Signature and the price is 14K. I bought the preceeding model Troy MK II used and I'm very happy to nave found it for what I believe is a very reasonable cost.
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ddraudt
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High Fidelity Wave Guide Power Box... (HF WGPB)
awsome, breathtaking, extraordinary, stunning, spectacular.
One week break in, followed by
an exhaustive 10 hour assessment of the power box
by 3 audio entheuasts.
1- 35 yrs. in audio product testing & development.
2 - 35 yrs. in speaker & “iso devices” designer and builder.
3 - cable and power box designer and builder.
(2 of the 3 guys own HF Ultimate cables.)

In Short.... We tests Rick Schultz’s magnetic wave guide power box
(the larger version) in conjuction with many enhancement devices. cables, connections,- and items for isolation, damping and shielding.

Reviewers comments on the sound

The final result transported us to a new world...advancing
the definition of aural excellence.

HF WGPB made EVERY aspect of musical reproduction better.

I can’t believe this sound!!

Beyond all the standard audiophile buzzwords like
tightest, chrispest, fullest, quietest, cleanest.... most liquid, most musical, most solid image,,,
There is an uncanny sense of emtional involvement beyond all previous experances.

Wow!, MAN!, God!, Wow!! Oh- Ah-Ooo(repeaded many times)

Killer!!

Can you tell Rick you lost it??

I’ve never heard anything like it.

What I once thought was wonderful is now nothing compared to this.

I may have to stop listening until I can reproduce this sound again.

I have an extra kidney I could sell.
tbg
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Ddraudt, I wish I had been in College Station and been able to join the listening rather than waiting a week to hear one.
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