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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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ddraudt
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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
1,465 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.
calvinj
2,459 posts
 
@jafox. We all or audio crazy. Don't diagnose everybody else and forget to look in the mirror. Lol. See I admit that I'm audio crazy we all are.
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Jafox, while I agree with you about the price, my strong advice to you is do not ever listen to these cables, including the $1600 for 1.5 m. original CT-1s.
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audiolabyrinth
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Hi dave, what is the sound difference between the thermo breakers and the hydro breakers you have?, please give a review on how much they cost, the improvements for sound, The complete benefits of useing these kind of breakers, Thankyou in advance.
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