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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
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Calvinj, I had kept my LSA Statement around after it had been updated to the new "plus" version even though I was using the BMC M2 monoblocks on my BMC Arcadia speakers as a backup for either an amp or integrated amp to replace my preamp. It turned out to be very fortunate as one night in late Jan., one M2 failed. I put the Statement in and was amazed at how good it was. From Feb. thru mid June it was my only amp.

I used it while evaluating most of the HFC gear from the CT-! Ultimates through the Ultimate Reference, the Ultimate Reference Rhodium pcs, and the Waveguide power center. Even my experiences with the Star Sound Tech Apprentices largely rested on the LSA Statement for amplification.

I think you know Rick Schultz. He heard the Statement when demonstrating his power cords. Yes, I am now back to using the M2s and get more channel separation with them but the LSA Statement is exceptional.
nic10pin
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@ddraudt: Dave, thanks for the mention of Baltic Birch - have just replaced my laminated glass shelves with some 18mm ply of genuine Russian origin - great result!
Currently demo-ing some U spk cables, and awaiting arrival of U i/c's - big smiles!!
Enjoy the music, Nick.
yping
351 posts
 
wow, long thread... has anybody got a current update on these cables?
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Yping, I really don't know what you mean. Are you wondering whether there are cables beyond the Ultimate References, or pcs beyond the Ultimate Reference Rhodium, or an ac filter beyond the Waveguide ac filter?
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ddraudt
609 posts
 
Petieboy12003, your question
"So Ddraudt, basically you are saying i/we should not hesitate to get these URR P-cords right? "
Reply- I was adding my voice to the HFC experience with the HF URR pc's, thanks for asking. From what I am experiencing, I surely would recommend to serious audiophiles to try one. To Me, it transports a system to uncharted territories of Real. To you , it may be just words on a screen from a guy you don't know. To some, I am the Guy big audio industry folks go to to get ideas and suggestions. to others, I am a research facility working with other research facilities On "NO LIMITS AUDIO" The limits refer to time and money.
I blog in hopes of sharing something helpful and interesting, though, of what I speak is often beyond the experience or understanding of some readers. It inspires some and upsets others each for their own reasons not related to me.
A truth in Audio, what one has not heard, one does not know.
Mostly what I do is- Enjoy the Music! D
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