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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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ddraudt
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Calvinj, I understand about the dangers of having a system this good. Hard to leave the room!! HF changed my life!
I'm always taking note of suggested music. A difficulty I have in hearing samples on line or in a store is that my system sounds so much better that I can't tell what it would really sound like unless I hear it at home. In my antiquated system, I have to buy and treat a CD, then play it.
I will be ordering some new CD's to try soon so thanks! I like some kinds of Jazz but it's not my default music. I play smooth Jazz in the background while doing chores. I grew up with classic Rock but listen mostly to "World Music" or anything with amazing record quality.
Hope to hear your system and show mine soon! ;-) D
calvinj
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@ddraudt I have a world music suggestion for you. I am global. Try an artist by the name of Siji. He is special. He has a great voice and musical arrangements on his albums. You will enjoy and appreciate his music. Smooth jazz suggestion. Try George Howard album "Personal". It is one of my favorites.
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mapman
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DD,

How bout some kisses and hugs for the actual HF owners? :^)
calvinj
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@ddraudt. This has been interesting. How the Internet can be. It's like trashing a resteraunt you have never eaten at about having bad food. I really have learned through our experiences here. I started to go on my listening exploration about 2 1/2 years ago. I needed to have a reference point for what is good and what's not and how. First, the most important thing is that the product performs. Then I can decide if it's at a price point I'm wiling to go to. Performance is king. I'm glad there was a way to hear high fidelity. Glad that there are audiophiles who put sound first and that actually share more experiences with product as opposed opinions about what they never heard and won't hear. I'm glad I saw your posts and how you enjoyed your climb up the chain. Keep listening and reporting.
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ddraudt
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Magpie, although I greatly appreciate you concern for High Fidelity Owners
I know they are joyful. You seem so unhappy and negative I figure you are lacking love in your life. Cheer up ol' bean, life is as good as you let it be.
xoxo ;-) Dave Shillingsworth.
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