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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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calvinj
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Ok fellas, here we go again. People want to steal your ear joy!!! Don't let them steal it. The best compliment you can get is the challenge that comes next. All I know is that I tried to take the high fidelity out and out other cables in and I just can't listen without them. Well when you patent something and it's sounds great and it does things differently. It's actually not a cable. Look at the website and the video. At the end if the day does it sound good? I give a resounding yes. Different science with amazing sound. That's what these companies should be aiming to give you. I got a high fidelity power cord and interconnect in my system now with my arc ref3 on my revel studio2 and I am getting mind blowing sound. After a long stressful day as a lawyer this sound is the thing that relaxes me. It allows me to slip away into another place. I close my eyes and I'm at the concert and all of the musicians are right in front of me. I always ask myself did I get into this hobby for the music. I did. I watch people go back and forward about this and that. I watch people talk about why cables, equipment, speakers etc. are all overpriced and how they sell us a mirage. Well there are a lot of hard working people in this industry and they spend time developing products that we buy. I will make it simple for you. If you didn't like the sound you wouldn't buy them. Audiophiles want the best sound possible. If you like what you hear trust your ears and go for it. I see comments on technology arguments all the time. Different way of providing the sound(check) sounds great(check). It's all about what you want and how important what you want is to you. Enjoy everyone. I live this hobby all the way down to low end to the high end. Try the high fidelity stuff for yourself. Don't let anyone tell you what it's worth. Happy listening
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calvinj
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@jmcgrogan2. Nice observation. Wowww. I guess it's like that. I knew it had to be something when there was no comment about the sound at all. I guess some people have to vent. I've dealt with Rick Schultz and high fidelity on a number of occasions. Always satisfying and courteous towards me and those that I know. I see how this hobby can be I got mad at a CD player maker 4 years ago and I finally let it go this year. Lol.
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mapman
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The interesting thing about wires is its hard to make one that does not work at all so its an easy game to get into for sure.

The next wires I try will probably be ones used in pro studios. If I am half the audiophile I think I am, those should be able to do the job nicely. If its good enough for the pros.....

I have not worked in audio retail for years, but the biggest profits by far was always on accessories. Even basic wires had huge profit margins. Even with the reels of common 12 gauge copper strand speaker wires that everyone used to use.

It's a fact so just saying. I doubt its changed much.
calvinj
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People doubt it but either haven't heard it or don't want to hear it. Maybe it's not about what they hear. If it isn't about what they have heard I don't want to hear it. Lol.
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