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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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Yping, Welcome! one suggestion is Just reading the last two pages in stead of all 20.
Current update, Magnetic conduction is superior to electrical conduction. From mic to speaker coil, the whole system is actually
about Magnetism. So far we have been using electrical conduction and electricity to deliver, store or augment the original magnetic pulses and also to get a bigger magnetic pulse at the speaker.
AC is made from spinning magnets. electric motors use magnets to turn electrical energy into motion. Adding powerful fix magnets ( made with electricity) to there signal path or power path amplifies the magnetic signal. Copper wire will pass a magnetic pulse but because it is a very lousy magnet, it works extremely inefficiently.
I've tried every level of High Fidelity Cables and the are GREAT!!
They do things other cable can't. Many who have not heard them think it is impossible. You can rent a pair from the Cable co. or borrow one from a dealer. The higher levels, Ultimate and Ultimate Reference are breathtaking and can cost as much as a car. They work better because that have unbelievably powerful magnets with unbelievably high costs. No one is suggesting you buy them without hearing them. My suggestion… Enjoy the Music! D
calloway
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Yping...welcome to the discussion...i can second what Ddraudt said as i have tried a lot of the 'best' cables over the last 30 years and the HF cables are truly the best...by far..of all that i have tried.they are just so very musical..TRY THEM..
yping
351 posts
 
Thanks Ddraudt/Calloway, I will have a close read of pages 18, 19 & 20 :)
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petieboy12003
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Dave(Ddraudt) for what it`s worth i do take your posts somewhat seriously, even if they do seem a bit hyped, and i have respect for your approach. Your enthusiasm is uplifting mate. Especially everything AC related. After all AC IS the true source.
I too like tweaking as i mentioned before. Maybe not quite to the extent as yourself. But who does?
"A truth in Audio, what one has not heard, one does not know"
Totally agreed!
For those skeptical on some of Daves posts... he has been around for a while and has allot of experience with the "darker side" or maybe more controversial side of audio.
I still remember the interesting Soundstage article from some years back involving Dave. Cool stuff.

Dave i wish you could hear the Phasure gear in your system!

Anyhow...
HF URR is on the way!
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ozzy
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Ok, so right now I am playing my direct stream. Connected it to it is a HiDiamond Ref XLR and also the coax High Fidelity CT-1U digital. There is virtually NO difference when I toggle back and forth.
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