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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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mapman
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From what I read, the secret sauce is in the combo of the conductor material used and the application of magnetism. So probably not valid to consider just one without the other.

Definitely a unique design. That's about all I can tell for sure from here.
calvinj
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Well I see we will keep trying to convince those who might never learn. Listened to my new resonessence Invicta Mirus Dac tonight. It works perfect with Rick's cable. I got it on a suggestion from Robert Spence. It sounds great. I never thought I would go to a dac. This has made me a believer. I was listening to blues artist lightnen Hopkins. A True blues Texas Legend. Blues Hoot is the album. Love the sound of my system. Settling in Dac and amplifier with no pre amp. I usually like tubes but this amplifier within tubes. Is really starting to grow on me. I have listened to system about a total 5 hours today. Love the harmonica on this album. Well I think my cable search has ended with The high fidelity ultimate reference. It's been a long search. I love the music and what cables do to help it naturally be produced. I guess I will let the technical guys battle it out. While I listen stand back and smile. Lol. Ddraudt I will be in Austin next month. I want to stop by and listen.
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mapman
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Are voices clearly discernable with these, even when buried in the mix? That is usually the first thing i listen for with various ics. Dnms are champs at this.
calvinj
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@mapman. Voices are clear, natural and realistic with the high fidelity. ultimate reference cables. It's an area where this cable clearly separates itself from others.
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ddraudt
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The music is on as I await travelers to Austin in search of audio nirvana.
High Fidelity Cables are too great to be believed and My system sings.
I think one of the hardest idea to get across is these are NOT wires, they don't act or sound like wires. If one has only heard wires they have no idea what we are talking about.
Cal, Love to have you visit. Listening to "The Benoit/Freeman Project 2" just now, Nice, about 7.5 or 8 of ten on recording quality scale and a lot of lively tunes.
@ddraudt did you hear Kendrick Scott Oracle "Cycling into Reality" song on his "Conviction" album.
I'll check it out. D
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