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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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I'm sure all these products sound fine. Each has their fans.

Were the HF wires at RNAF? I'd be curious what others using other products currently thought if so.
tsushima1
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Calvinj " You are actually telling people who spent three days at a show what they did or didn't see!!! Wow I think you are starting to hurt the TARA LABS brand with these outlandish comments."

We're I CEO of Tara Labs I would be applying for an Gagging order against this individual for that very reason!
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jazzonthehudson
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@Calvinj: if you have read my comments in this thread you know I have HFC for a while (and for a couple of months in both my systems). In fact I am currently upgrading to an all CT1-U interconnects from source to amps as mentioned in my systems page of my tube system. I was referring to others that still question this technology. Hating to repeat myself (also on my system page): you need to have an open mind in this hobby, not everything is measurable or can be easily explained. Like the best dish - of course depending on the person - is, basically put, a combination of ingredients, way of cooking (yes types of pans do make a difference and no they are not cryogenically treated ;-) and enjoying it in accommodative ambiance. Enjoy the music!
calvinj
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@jazzonthehudson. I apologize I quit posting for a while. I overlooked the fact that you already had them. I have an ultimate as well I'm going to eventually get the power cord in my system. I guess reading that post about what someone who was actually there saw kind of got me out of sorts. I can't believe someone who didn't go would say what was there over someone who actually went!!! @audiolabryinth I am not attacking you but I think a line was clearly crossed on the RMAF post. I quit posting a lot because I didn't want folks to think I was doing what you do on tara labs. I don't discredit other cables I just think high fidelity is special and unique. However there are other good cables out there. I just comment on what I have heard. High fidelity is innovative to me compared to the others I've heard.
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rx8man
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It's something after my post back on 4-25-12 how this sky-rocketed to 30 pages and over 1500 posts.

The thing that struck me was how they work so well in almost every different system application.

I remember when Rick made the big move to Texas to start this new adventure in magnetics.

My first thought was it would be nearly impossible and take forever to prove any superiority in cable land.

Now after 2 short years he emerged as top dog contender, that takes courage and ingenuity.

Go High Fidelity :>)
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