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 have been on a journey to find and listen to the best equipment and cables at different price points and levels. My audio journey has been nonstop for the past four years. I have been blessed to hear so many different cables, speakers, amps,pre amps etc. I have enjoyed every minute of it. When I hear a cable or component that is very special I will let everyone know about it. The high fidelity cables are that thing for cables. I used them on the veloce amp and pre amp using my parasound cd1 and I heard a level of detail, delicacy, transparency and musicality that I thought was not possible with my system. High fidelity ultimate reference will be part of my system for a long time to come.
Calvinj, my concern is that this thread gives me a hint that we could be heading into the $100k power cord very soon if this "newest High Fidelity cable of the month club" does not calm down. Then I will need to sell my 3 Lamborghinis to achieve the utmost in performance in audio cables.

I put a power cord on an integrated amplifier yesterday and it improved the sound so much that it transformed the whole component.
I can say the same exact thing about the Dream State Dream Catcher power cord. Even the CAT JL-3 amps finally responded to a PC and these amps pretty much have unmatched power supply design in the first place. I snatched up a bunch of these in the $1k or so used market and never looked back. This is crazy cost alone. But when we let the industry take us to $15k power cords, something is clearly wrong here. Hell I can get a mighty nice 5 or so years old Mercedes S-Class for two such power cords.

@Jafox has a point , it gets to where the point of diminishing returns becomes unacceptable , or unachievable , for even the most ardent audiophile , not saying these power cables don't do as claimed , BUT ,in the end its about the music , not the equipment . I love my CT1's and CT1E's , but , that's where I am staying , even if I win 1st prize in next Saturday's Lotto . Let's remember that in some parts of the world , a one metre CT1E is ( considerably )more than some peoples' annual wage , kind of puts things in perspective .
@Calvinj, which CT-1 are you using... series CT-1 to CT-1E, to CT-1U, Ct-1UR, - Ct-1URR :)

I think that I am still under moderation (don't know why) so not sure when this post will appear...
Yping, all post go thru a monitor and they do not work 24/7 so, some of my posts get delayed a day or two.