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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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sabai
2,027 posts
 
Calvinj,

You stated "We are imagining what we hear." And you missed my point completely. My point is simply that you can make your own cables -- as good as, or better than, the best out there -- for a tiny fraction of the cost.
sabai
2,027 posts
 
Jmcgrogan2, Calloway and Mapman,

My system sounds stunning. I have Raidho C1.1 speakers, an Atma-Sphere power amplifier (fully loaded), an Audio Horizons preamplifier (fully loaded), a PS Audio DS DirectStream DAC, a PS Audio PerfectWave transport, a Shunyata Triton power conditioner, a power regenerator, an isolation transformer and a REL subwoofer. Room treatments include Audio Magic PEAs (3 units) and Wave Stabilizers (2 units), Shakti Hallographs, Synergistic Research ART (plus extra bowls), Steinmusic Harmonzers (4 units), IPC Acoustic Energizers (5 units), QRT Symphony Pros (3 units), QRT ElectroClear, Bybee GG Speaker Bullets (8 units), 10 Schumann Resonance devices, 4 ion generators and a variety of my own DIY tweaks and accessories including my own DIY HFTs. Cables are DIY, Elrod and Shunyata. Conservatively, I have invested over $70,000 in my system -- so far. I'm not quite done yet.

And what are your systems like?
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mapman
22,425 posts
 
I've spent more money on my stuff than most people would probably sanction. So I'm a freak, but maybe not a super freak. :-) It sounds just the way I want it to. If/when it doesn't, I attempt to address the issue. But I am a cheap bastard at heart and will always be looking for ways to solve the problem as cost effectively as possible. I still have two kids to get through college.

If anything I will probably downsize everything including house at some point as retirement approaches.

I do like to experiment though if I see something of unique value to try so you never know what might be out there somewhere for me.

I had a kind offer to audition the HF cables but declined for now. I'm sure I would have liked them in a cost free audition with no requirement to actually pay.
calvinj
2,479 posts
 
Well. Everyone do what works and sound goods to you and enjoy. We are blessed to have what we have. I have searched long and hard. I don't have to get a point have have to get the sound I seek. Do what works for you and just enjoy your music everyone. I just want to listen not analyze this and that. I got off work early today and got 5 hours in. I loved every minute of it. That's all we should care about. Does it sound good. We are all way past being frugal. Lol.
calloway
874 posts
 
Sabai..very nice system...just as a comparison..it might be interesting to borrow a pair / set of HF cables...i/cs or speaker cables, from The Cable Company....and compare your DIY cables to them and report back...have some friends over at that time too..just a thought
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