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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What a list of high end cables Petieboy!!! I was interested in the Elation as well. Can you tell us if you possess the CT1's IC or an enhanced version of it?
@ Petieboy12003, Hi what a great post, very long thou, I still read all of it, I agree!, however, you did not get to my questions about your speakers!, please share the exsperiance!
Siddh, Have you demo HiDiamond ICs? I will be very interested in your Hidiamond 8 vs High Fidelity Enhanced SC results.

I have a full loom (7) of HiDiamond PCs and very impress with them. When I get an itch to try a different IC and SC, HiDiamond is next on the list.
Petieboy12003, I agree that there are some who do not contribute at all on some threads (but not on this one) and personally, I hate those who are quick to insert their one liner/word "YMMV" without the slightest contribution. Indeed, we need a reference to which we can compare to and mentioning a brand and model helps if one has a similar setup.

But to TPG's defense, he has commented quite a bit in other threads about other cables so one has only do a bit reading to get the answer. BTW, TPG is a very kind and helpful person, in a thread I PM'ed him after reading his comments and he called me right away, a very pleasant and knowledgeable audio expert! I respect his comments and view his recommendation for HFC highly; his and other's very positive comments here has prompted me to order a CT1E last week; it looks like it will be a game changer.
Charles1dad, in many ways the WGPC has High Fidelity cable character to it. It has the transparent clarity to it, once broken in. I have been using it without extra concerns with vibration isolation. I made every effort to give my reference unit and it equal footing, which ultimately was to just put both on my wooden floors on their special feet.

It was only after about two months that I got the WGPC's full worth. Now I have learned that there are improvements coming for the unit that may entail my going through another break in period.