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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@calloway. I will be out next year late in the year to visit one of my god sons. We have a friend out there who works for the government. I will definitely take you up on it when I get out that way. Thanks for the offer. I like to hear as many systems as possible. @rlawry I appreciate your comments on your system as well as free choice to buy what you want. Also I'm not a cable builder I just don't have the time or patience. Plus the level of performance of the high fidelity I have is a realistic sound that I have never had as long as I been in this hobby. If you are in texas ever. Let me know.
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@calloway. I will be out next year late in the year to visit one of my god sons. We have a friend out there who works for the government. I will definitely take you up on it when I get out that way. Thanks for the offer. I like to hear as many systems as possible. @rlawry I appreciate your comments on your system as well as free choice to buy what you want. Also I'm not a cable builder I just don't have the time or patience. Plus the level of performance of the high fidelity I have is a realistic sound that I have never had as long as I been in this hobby. If you are in texas ever. Let me know.
Calvinj,

With all due respect, I believe I have as much right to determine what matters to me as you have to determine what matters to you. If you read my posts closely you will see that my concerns are about price/performance and using this thread without full disclosure to promote personal agendas.

I am not disputing the quality of HF cables, although there are some who say the effusiveness and cheer-leading on the thread exaggerate the actual results with HF cables -- and that excessive gushing may belie other things happening beneath the surface. IMO, if read between the lines, this thread may be about more than just the quality of HF cables.

I would like to see Rick Schultz declare categorically on this thread that he has not given any financial or product incentive to anyone posting here -- the same as my request to DD to make a full disclosure. That should be easy enough to do.

Calvinj,

Thanks for the music suggestions:"Two Shade" by Gerald Clayton, "Alive" by Hiromi and "Saturday Morning" by Ahmad Jamal.
I listened to a sample of them on the internet and then ordered them. I'm sure I will enjoy all three!
The source I'm using is a Music Culture MC 501A CDP or my TT; Teres 340 with Verus Rim Drive, Tri-Planar Arm and ZYX UNIverse Cartridge.

Rlawry,

I've heard others say that the CT-1 did not work well between their turntable and phono stage.