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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'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
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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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ddraudt
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Hello Friends, High Fidelity cables are outstanding, game changing products to be sure! Thanks to all who write about it here. I've come to expect occasional Troll invasions but am still surprised by the Troll Feeding. Please don't feed the Trolls. It just makes them uglier.
How do you tell a troll?
IF the have negative opinions before they hear the product in question.
If the dis people and systems that have never heard.
They claim to know something that they have no idea about. ect...
What do you tell a Troll?
Nothing, they are not listening!!! They are here to get attention. to try to feel valid. to find anyone who will interact to fill an empty life. so sad.
If you don't feed them, they go away. if not I have them axed. ;-)
For those who can enjoy music. Please DO!!!
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ddraudt
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I've been getting and making a lot of calls about High Fidelity Cables. It's been great to meet new audio friends and to see their amazing systems.
Great fun to hear their excitement about HFCables in their systems.
As for me, I await, anxiously for my High Fidelity Cables - Ultimate Reference Rhodium- Magnetic Waveguide power conditioner and distribution center. ( no yet listed on line ) when I get it back I will be one power cord away from having a full loom of URR power parts and a full loom of UR signal parts. Hard to imagine my system sounding better that it does now. breathtaking, shocking, emotional and real beyond my wildest dreams.
But I'm sure the URR WGPC will reveal a new universe of listening experiences.
I still await the High Fidelity Cables Magnetic Amp ( not yet listed) but that may be a few months away.
It has been very nice to have reviewers and audio giants talk well about my systems. It has been called rare and special. I can't wait until they hear it now. I hope you will join me in Enjoying the Music!!! D
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