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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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Lak, I totally understand your circumstance. I been there too much recently. Not only the top HFC Ultimate Reference ic and speaker cables but in addition their Ultimate Reference Rhodium pc AND the Tripoint Troy Signature have greatly strained my resources. But my music just totally eclipses anything I've ever heard before and further knowing what has gone into these device both in terms of research and development and parts and labor justifies buying them at least for me at my age and experience.

I remember many years ago on hearing the Infinity ServoStatics that cost $2200!!! That was more than the Mercury Capri that I had just bought! But I had to find the way to do so. I did. I hope you also can find a way.
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mapman
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Tbg did you pay full retail?
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tboooe
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Lak, story of my life with my audio desires...I was able to get my dream monitors but now want to upgrade my integrated to something SOTA to do my SF Evolutions justice but I dont think I will ever be to prioritize my resources to allow me to spend the kind of money I want to on audio...so sad. Boo hoo!!!!
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geoffkait
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The ex demo ICs are definitely something to contemplate. Would love to have them for my humble headphone system.
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audiolabyrinth
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