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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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tbg
5,263 posts
 
Calvinj, I have had the good fortune of knowing a few guys who manufactured components in small numbers and who sought the realism in music that I want. I always cringe when someone says their system is "musical." I want the sensation that I am there at the recording. Impossible, many would say, but wrong I would say to them.

I should say several things about the manufacturers of which I speak. One none are college trained; two, most are military trained; and all have had a hard time making their business fly with one no longer making anything.
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ddraudt
609 posts
 
I agree, it takes some good fortune to find designers/builders with all the right qualities. As well as a lot of work, research, and trying a lotta items and auditioning peoples work for the "fortune" to happen.
The guy's I work with all have a drive to find the ultimate realism possible and are willing to go to absurd lengths to achieve this, like myself. This type of research ends up costing me $10,000+ on things that did not work, and much more on items that were soon superseded. Most audio folks I know have a closet, drawers, boxes and even rooms full of their audio castoffs.
For me, the High Fidelity cables have been the wildest ride with the most awesome, spectacular results in realism. Rick cooks it better than my grandma. ;-)
calvinj
2,418 posts
 
@tbg and Ddraught. This is next level audio talk. This is exactly where I want to be. Very seldom will A company make something and not worry about cost and them price it later. Also, you have to be lucky to have a team of people all think the same way about getting it to be the best. The best purchase i made was my pioneer kuro television it still is getting it done 6 years later. I think the best audio will come from this approach that u guys use as opposed to a giant company bought up by a venture capitalist who doesn't give a damn about the music.
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ddraudt
609 posts
 
Calvinj, Yes, custom audio is next level stuff. I think this direction is only for a small group of dedicated audio addicts. Most folks just plug stuff in and listen to music. I love playing with my system. Being creative, using my lifetime of experience, Spending lots of time trying endless possibilities and parameters, working with teams of people on audio projects, researching new technology, beta testing and prototype development.
I spend an alarming percentage of my meager income on Audio as a "no holds barred", "perfection at any cost" products are expensive.
The results…Astonishing!! due largely to that mom & pop, hand built
products company called High Fidelity Cables.
jafox
1,460 posts
 
Holy crapski - $30K speaker cables, $19k ICs and $15k PCs! Are you guys out of your freaking minds? I'll stick with my Cardas Golden Cross. Oh wait a minute, I sold those in 1998.
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