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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I would appreciated if any member who has HF CT-1UR speaker cables could recommend which connectors bananas or spades are best to use? I read a review which stated that HF bananas have some permeability with the speaker binding posts where as the spades are not. This reviewer preferred HF speaker cables using spades instead.
Thank you Rick! I have another late night of listening with a friend. Superb sound thanks to High Fidelity cables' quantum shift in audio. I had to turn it up when I woke up this morning. Can't seem to get enough of this euphoria.
If only all could hear what I hear!! I more than love these HF products!!
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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