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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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csmgolf
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More to the point positrons and electrons are self annihilating.

Cheers, GK
Geoffkait (Threads | Answers | This Thread)

Also, when they annihilate they produce a pair of 511 Kev photons that travel 180 degrees from each other. Probably not what you want happening in your listening room! ;-)
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mapman
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"Also, when they annihilate they produce a pair of 511 Kev photons that travel 180 degrees from each other. Probably not what you want happening in your listening room! ;-)"

I might consider it if it makes things sound better! :^)
csmgolf
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Roger (Rlawry), nice explanation of what may be at work here with the HF cables. You are one of the people I was referring to in my first post that have me convinced of the sound quality of the HF cables. If they are a big improvement over the ID cables that I purchased from you, they must really be outstanding as the ID cables are truly excellent also. I take you at your word on it, as well as the other member that I mentioned in that first post. Enjoy them.
calvinj
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Here we go again. @cmsgolf hope you are enjoying the lsa statement I sold you after I decided to change and go to separates. I guess I had no integrity and ethics when you dealt with me and was getting a deal. @everyone. This is exactly what I'm talking about people are coming to this thread to make personal attacks instead of report on Audio. What surprises me is that I too owned the one from tara labs and I sold it. I personally liked the ct1 better. However it depends on what you like. Both products performed well however. Audiophiles have to decide for themselves. I speak for myself and not other audiophiles. Some guys come here and think because the been on audiogon for 15 or 20 years they deserve a medal. Lol. No listen to products for yourself or use your phone a friend card like cmsgolf did. Lol. The sweet spot for me was the high fidelity ct1 ultimates and that's what I have now and I don't even look at using conventional cables anymore. Lately, on this thread it's been more talk about people than actually how something sounds. I love this hobby and my high fidelity along with the rest of my system. I'm going to continue this journey. I might switch to a smaller system and see if the high fidelity works on the equipment I pair it with. Make your own decisions don't let anyone tell you how much you can post, report, gush or even bash a product. The only thing I can recommend in my OPINION is don't talk JUST LISTEN!!!
calvinj
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@sammons I enjoyed reading your post. I remember when I was trying cable after cable and a couple later there was no enjoyment and I felt there was something missing. I heard a ct1 then I had to have it. I bought one. Then I got to demo all the way up the chain. I settled in on the ct1 ultimates and got rid of all the rest of the cables. I was on a merry go round for years. This is the longest I have stuck with a product. My equipment may change but my ct1 ultimates will always be a part of my recipe. It did for me what the others did not. It is just flat out different from anything I ever heard. In a good way. Enjoy your music.
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