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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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knghifi
1,668 posts
 
I'll have a HF CT-1 power cord and a Shunyata Sigma HC power cord for comparison, hopefully later this week or early next week.
Kzhtoo, I look forward to your comments. Are both cables new? I have ~20 hours on my Sigma Analogs and it's opening up nicely.

Knghifi, I noticed that you are selling your HiDiamond P3 Power Cables. Did they not equal the HFC pcs? Have you said anything about these pcs?
Tbg, I bought majority of my P3 when it was their top model. It's an excellent PC, fully satisfied with their performance and had a full loom of 10. I had no intention of changing until I bought my ARC Ref250 that requires 20amp. I ordered 2 20amp P3 but canceled my order due to business reasons.

P3 sounds excellent in my system. I was planning to keep the loom for future use but got too much stuff so sold them all. I had a tough time spenting big $$ on PC but realized my system deserves equal quality PCs.

My system has been in constant flux so will wait until it settles before buying a HF Ultimate or CT-1.
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swampwalker
5,138 posts
 
Courtesy of CT0157, I'm pretty sure I know what my last speaker is gonna be. My wife agrees, ...although I think we had different ideas on why it would be my last ;-)
kzhtoo
222 posts
 
Tbg and Knghifi, I was told both CT-1 pc and Sigma HC pc are broken in. But I will give both 100 hr more in my system to settle down before forming any judgement. I understand what you are saying, Tbg, in regards to power cord comparison. I will not switch in and out right away, but will try to have each in the system for a few days before switching to another one, and back in again. And I plan to have both from wall to ps audio power re-generator, which in my system, gives most benefits consistently with quite a few pc I tried.

Knghifi, I too have 2 Alpha Digitals and they are excellent, which in fact prompted me to try Sigma HC.
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Jmcgrogan2, one does hope that we are moving forward, but in my 27 different speakers there were some changes that I took which sent me up back waters. Buying the Infinity Quantum Line Sources after having their ServoStatis is but one such experience.

It strikes me that speakers are typically the worst examples as they are all compromises.
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