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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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lak
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Interesting: https://vimeo.com/122159622
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Deweyiii, Thanks for the report on the CT-1 power cord.
I'm still waiting to try them myself.
Lak, Thanks for the link to the video. I liked it.
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Calvinj, How is your system these days? I've had great results with several
speaker related changes to my old speakers and am now ready to start
with my new prototype speakers. The improvements I've made ( Star Sound Sistrum Apprentice stands and a port extension ) will work on the new speakers. I will get them next week!!

I had a great visit to Norms Saturday. His system is Inspiringly Awesome sounding now!!
I was there for 7 hours where I enjoyed helping Norm and his friend Miguel compare many different items.
It was good to see that much of the stuff I have was still in the winners circle. (I.E. Full compliment of High Fidelity stuff)
Miguel is a very interesting man who, after decades of research and practice knows more about grounding
than anyone I’ve ever talked to. I was fortunate to witness grounding experiments that reviled superb improvements
in the life of the music (and all other positive audio descriptors.) I hope to implement some better grounding methods
to my system one day soon.
Cheers D
calvinj
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@ddraudt. In the middle of major changes. I will announce them in a week or so. I think I have arrived at my final remake of my system. I will still be using my high fidelity ic and power cord. I'm going to get it set up and give you fellas an update. I'm in a good place audio wise. I finally think I have caught the elusive audio ghost. Lol. Glad to hear you visited norm's. I had to miss both sessions with yall because of commitments at home or work. I'm still going to get to both places. I want to hear both systems. I have been on here much because of being busy at work.
tbg
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Ddraudt, I think you know that I was overwhelmed by the improvements I heard also. I was glad you were able to make it. Were it only true that other manufacturers to really devote research into improved grounding of their units, we all could hear what we heard here. Furthermore I suspect in eight weeks or so, we might hear much greater improvement.
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