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
alpass
Ultimate interconnect and ultimate power cord are now in the system. Together the are creating speed, separation, detail and sweet highs with no glare. Excellent air and space
Calvin. Tell me more about the studio 2 and why they need a ton of power. What is the rated efficiency, for example?
Calvinj, time for an older Krell,Pass Labs, Boulder, solid state class A high current amplifier, your choice here, any of these would mate well with your speakers, cheers.
@ Ketchum I think they are around 86db. I have a huge room and the shape of it is extremely odd. I can only put my speakers about 7 to 8 and a half feet apart. The revels are known for performing better with huge amounts of current and power. @audiolabyrinth. Krell is known for being a little bright. I get ear fatigue easy. The others I have never heard in person. I will look into it. @lak, jazzonthehudson, tbg, Ddraudt and the rest of the high fidelity owners. Keep enjoying the high fidelity. I got my interconnects and power cord that I will be using for a long time whatever I get is going to fit with the high fidelity. Not the other way around. Lol.
Calvinj, nice speakers, I always enjoyed the designs of Kevin Voecks. Why are the speakers so close to each other, can you put them on the long wall? As for amps, have you heard the current series of Conrad Johnson tube amps like the LP140/LP275 or ART amp? Tube rolling (esp line stage) gives you a lot of options.

In the mean while, my additional CT1Us are getting some hours.