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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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Audioguy003, Welcome and thank you for an on topic post. also, Congrats on being in the top 3 of the worlds' audio guys! ;-).
I have UR speaker cables and believe that isolation damping and shielding make a bigger difference than spades or bananas. also that it could be system dependent... I've always preferred spades in the past 40 years except where I can leave out connectors altogether. Because I could get spades much tighter. My current amp does not have any binding posts so connecting spades is a chore and bananas impossible.
Magnetic conduction is different enough that bananas may keep the topology of the signal/magnetic fields more in line. (Theory)
I am having magnetic binding posts installed in my latest amp and speakers.
At that point, Bananas will be the go to ends. Until then, I am using "cranked down" spades as in past decades.
Perhaps you will have an opportunity to experiment on your system.
Remember you must leave them in at least 24 hours in order that they can resettle before meaningful comparisons can be made.
I hope other UR owners will comment on their experiences.

I recommend polishing the ends (and threads) then adding "Stabilent 22" contact enhancer as High Fidelity suggested to me.
Enjoy the Music
D
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calvinj
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I pray for those who speak falsehoods. I appreciate all the audiophiles who read the threads. I remember the first negative comment I got on audiogon 5 years ago came from you. You know who you are. Lol. I will not speak your name. It had nothing to do with sound. Honestly, it doesn't surprise me you are who you are. Lol. I shouldn't expect anything else. Considering the source. Anyway, anyone reading this listen for yourself don't let me or anyone else decide what sounds good to you. I have my own business and I spend my time in the hobby. If something sounds good I will tell you. If it sounds great I will tell you a whole bunch of times. @lak keep enjoying the music. @ddraudt keep sharing your adventures with us. I'm listening to Kenny Garrett tonight. @lak you might want to try that artist.
@everyone notice how no one ever says I'm wrong about how it sounds. They just throw up conspiracy theories. It's simple I could care less about how long or often somebody has been in cyberspace. Does it sound good or not. If that is the most important thing to you read my posts. If it's not then ignore me. It's just that simple. People posts here because they want to know what your ears hear. They could care less about the opinion of your tongue. Lol.
calvinj
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@uh oh. I did it again I let them get me to about things other than how it sounds. Lol. I got to remember sound is not important conspiracies are! Lol.
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mapman
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If not for audiogon, where else could someone go to gush about wires that cost more than most people invest in music total and not get ridiculed off the face of the earth, no matter how good or not the things actually sound.
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