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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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glory
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Thales Line Cable
PRECISION

Each conductor is made of ten ultra-thin copper wires, pairwise twisted and casted into nylon, shielded by an extra apiral-wire.

They are available from 1.5 to 7.0 meter length with RCA or XLR connectors.

"Thales Cables are something special and must be auditioned...
...You will be amazed by their natural sound and musicality"

So these cables are taking the corner and passing the Ultimate HF cables that so many have bought into. While in the pit stop HF has lost the lead to the Thales race car diver. But wait HF has a tire change with Ref. tires and is coming out of the PS with a new gusto. Only a few tires in the world are made with this new ReF rubber so now the chase is on. Can the HF Ref. over take the new kid on the block???

Oh cables cables the game never changes. Are Thales the best? Yes LOL Are they better than the HF Ref? Yes!!

Are the HF dealers really selling off their inventory to get the Thales? So many HF cables up on the 'Gon.

Cable land is like the flower in the field where its glory is but for a short season and then death sets in.

Selling as I am upgrading to the next level.

Selling due to Reconfiguring my system.

Selling as I am moving to the moon.

3.7K for used Ultimate HF cables on the 'Gon? God save the queen!
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glory
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TBG,

You heard them in your Tx. System already? Thought you were in NM.
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So the HF Ref car pulls out of the pit stop with a massive magnet attached to the front bumper." We'll show that Thales race car what speed and realism is". As the HF Ref car pulls out back onto the race track there seems to be something terribly wrong. It turns out the magnet was installed backwards and the pull of the North Pole was causing a short out of the engine and the motor pins holding the engine in place was breaking off.

Hate when that happens!!

I bet the HF Ref. will top $$$ 10K!! 12K looks to be the magnetic pull.
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So the chap selling the HF U is moving up to what?

Give you 3 guess !!
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glory
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Calloway got you Rata !!
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glory
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Nglazer,

Did the cables send you to heaven??
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glory
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One must draw form deep pockets if the product selling has the goods to release the $$$.

$30K+ for wire will be paid out for the few who want what they feel is the best. so $30K+ for deep pocket folks is like $1K to the average Joe.

I for one heard only the baby wire and not the top wire. If this wire causes Philes to rejoice with praise then our hobby is better off for it.

Rick is a good man and has rebounded off the floor with a great design so continue on Rick :)
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Interested in trying the CT-1 E speaker cables to AB with my SilverSmith Palladium cables.
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apologies to RS @ HF for the insensitive thoughts I have posted here.
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> I ask that all my writings here be viewed as complete BS.
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> I only heard the beginner cable so I have no authority to speak out on the subject on hand of the higher up cables.
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> As far as the $$$ for the new Ref. cable I am sure RS will price it accordingly.
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> May all the HF cable owners enjoy your cables.
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