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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
1,594 posts
 
@ddraudt. One thing I notice about the revel studio 2 is that when you turn the volume up and give them a lot of power they really cut loose. @tbg did you try high fidelity with your LSA statement intergrated. I tried it when I had the vienna acoustics. I think they would have powered my revels pretty good. Have you ever owned any audio research gear and what did you think about it?
scvan
99 posts
 
I may rarely agree with mapman, but this thread seems quite fishy. Can anyone say they paid retail for these cables?

It sounds like typical hi-fi journalist who are well lubricated by product manufactures.
sabai
2,027 posts
 
Ddraudt,

It appears you are the self-anointed shadow moderator of this thread. Congratulations. By the way, was this by acclamation?

You stated, "Perhaps there is a thread out there that specializes in whining and complaining about things no one wants to hear." IMO, if you substitute the word "I" for the words "no one" you will be making an accurate statement. With all due respect, you may speak for yourself but not for all Members. After all, it appears that at least Jmcgrogan2 is not allergic to my comments. If you are, then please feel free to ignore them.

By the way, I am not offended in the least if you do not read what I have to say. But you apparently do read what I have to say since you characterize my comments as whining and complaining. How would you know if you had ignored my posts? So, your denial is disingenuous.

And besides, even if I were whining and complaining there is no law that says this form of communication is, ipso facto, disallowed on the Forum, as far as I am aware. In any case, if you characterize my comments as whining and complaining -- when I point out the obvious, that HF cables carry an outrageous price tag -- then so be it. However, this does not detract from the truth of my statement.

By the way, if Jmcgrogan2's comments about your selling HF cables is true then I believe it would be best for you to make a full disclosure. Please let us know one way or the other.

Tbg,

Since my cables have bested Elrod cables in my system then, by your line of reasoning, Elrod cables do not best Radio Shack cables. In any case, since you have not heard my cables in my system the point is moot. You are not in a position to judge by direct experience but only by speculating. You certainly have a right to speculate.
sabai
2,027 posts
 
Agisthos,

This is true if you have too many magnets in the system. It all depends on how many magnets you use and where you place them -- and other mods that I include, as well. Surrounding connectors with magnets can indeed cause SQ to deteriorate. I know this from my own experience -- especially if you use too many N52 neodymium magnets. But with the right number of magnets and the right placement the sonic results can be very rewarding, and the sound will not deteriorate.
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Jmcgrogan2, you say, "You are correct Sabai, he does have an agenda, a hidden, financially motivated agenda." If he is he has only modified gear to sell and must be in disfavor as he got his Waveguide power center long after I got mine. I do think he is friends with Rick. Anyone who touts a product could be a dealer, but Audiogon doesn't care.

Obviously, few who read this thread care much about what you or Sabai post, especially Sabai. I doubt if his cables can beat those from Radio Shack.
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