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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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hifial
332 posts
 
Oh, and one more thing. If I hear one more person answer a question by saying to go use the Cable Company I will...well it will not be pretty.
Give me a break. First the Cable Company does not carry every make and model. The do not always carry the latest. It took them awhile to carry the High Fidelity Cables.
But not everyone is in the position to use their services, even if the live in the USA. It is not free if you decide not to buy and as modest as it may seem to some of you it does add up and for some can make the difference in the audio budget.
Yes, I think it is a great service too but I wish people would stop using it as a way to answer a question about their posting. Sure make the suggestion but at least also answer the question.
calloway
874 posts
 
do you feel better now ?
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Hifial, I will guarantee that all brands have not been mentioned. I will also guarantee that no one here has heard even 10% of all the brands. I also will guarantee that there will never be any brand that is viewed as best by 10% of audiophiles. So what is the benefit of listing which brands were compared?
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charles1dad
10,250 posts
 
Hifil,
Honestly I see your point but I must say Tbg makes the same example as I did earlier, multiple brands combined with multiple opinions= ?
The Cable Company is referenced for obvious reasons, they have these cables available for audition. They offer a practical and direct way to hear this cable in 'your own system', what's a better way to decide if you want /considering something to purchase? The loan service isn't free and why should it be? The user charge is modest and is worth more than multiple opinions/comparisons.

It sure helped me make my decision to buy them following the in home audition. Why are you tired of people recommending the valuable service? Listening to any cable(in your system) when possible is by far the best method
calvinj
2,317 posts
 
@ everyone. Try the cables yourself. Different strokes for different folks. I see a lot of people impressed with them and not complaining. I am impressed. I have one ct1 interconnect. I have an ultimate interconnect and the enhanced speaker cables. They do a pretty good job. Try them. Maybe you like them. Maybe not. It's up to your gear and your tastes.
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