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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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jazzonthehudson
277 posts
 
+1 Calvinj: well said. Audiolabyrinth is known NOT to have any serious stuff except his only and beloved TL cord and he abuses Audiogon to make himself important (cfr his answers on other threads). I feel sorry for TPG and others who take him seriously in the beginning. There are many others who doubt about the quality of this high priced brand and I urge those not to stay just at the sidelines, have a loaner and then please add your 2 cents. It becomes so deja vu: power cords dont make a difference, fuses dont make a difference, how can magnetism work? Well we fly in airplanes but we dont need to understand aerodynamics, metallurgy and other disciplines to sit in one, do we?
I just enjoy the flight and we all should enjoy the music.
calvinj
2,474 posts
 
@jazzonthehudson. On audiolabryinth I agree. However, magnetism does work. The power cords from high Fidelity DO make a difference. His products are faster than all the other cables I have. The noise floor is low and I hear more of the music in the notes with silence between them. The on percussion and cymbal work the speed and decay is phenomenal. His power cable the high fidelity ultimate reference is the best I have ever. They are expensive but the best I have I heard so far. At least I'm commenting on stuff I have heard . lol
mikha65
36 posts
 
Hi all,
I've been following this thread for a long time. About 2 weeks ago I got the opportunity to try 2 sets of interconnects in my system. Ct-1 U from cdp to pre and Ct-1 E from pre to power. I'll keep this short. Music sounded a bit thin but but now the got fuller and the last couple of nights I had some really special experiences. I have never before heard the music sound this real in my system. I understand the cables will improve with more hours.
Can't imagine what a system with HF top of the line will sound like.

Cheers,
Mikko
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charles1dad
10,250 posts
 
If Fplanner2000 and Tbg both say they heard the Tara Labs cable at RMAF this past weekend, why question their credibility? They were actually there and they are certainly more believable than someone who didn't attend the show it would seem.
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