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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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jafant
18,946 posts
 
Good to read 68pete. There are plenty of shills in these forums.
No need in adding (1) more, IMO.  Happy Listening!
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jazzonthehudson
277 posts
 
I have refrained from posting on this incredible (lengthy) thread for a long while (and to some extent, reading it). If one likes HFC, as I do, I question the rationale of some to post here every week on almost the same topic/config. You know, even cheerleaders take a break. We know HFC makes a big difference, my wallet does that as well ;-)

There are different ways to audio nirvana, e.g., I sold off one HFC CT1-UR and, for the same amount, upgraded my power conditioner, some fuses and isolation devices; finally added high-quality bypass caps in the xo of my speakers. The sound quality is way much better than before.

Sometimes we old farts - I am sure John won’t take that offensively - can turn a misunderstanding to perceived hostility or more commonly, frustration into cynicism. I hate to see great people getting into unnecessary fights. Maybe PMs or better still, a phone call, would help to alleviate the misunderstanding.

Before some of you respond, I am not targeting you but only some of "the regulars". Sometimes less = more, thanks!
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hifial
332 posts
 
So how about we move on. I have a question for those of you who have used both the MC- 6 Hemisphere and the MC-6 Power Distributor.

Can you please describe the difference in sound between the two.
And what you use/used them with.

Also, what power cord to power them have you used.   

TIA
abraxis
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"My music is on and sounding so amazing!!! I hope you all get to hear
a system like this some day.
Kind of amusing to see folks explain how they misunderstand and misused a product then tell me how it dosent work. Amusing but
mostly annoying.
I never had a HF magnetic product not work or not get better over time.
I have tried almost all HFC stuff. It is perfect for me. 
YMMV. If you don't like it don't keep it.
I wonder what others are hearing when they listen to a good audio system. Or if they have ever heard a good audio system.
I have listened to many expensive audio systems and I have heard some good music.. but I have only heard two really great sounding systems in 4 decades. Both were modern systems with High Fidelity Cables throughout ."


I would agree that this comes across as condescending.  Interesting to know that anyone who doesn't draw the same conclusion as you has "misunderstood or misused" the product.  It's too bad that someone else who expresses a contrasting opinion is "amusing but mostly annoying."

I have been following this thread for a few years and it has led me to purchase a variety of products from this fine company that have made a very positive difference in my system but this has not applied to every product I have purchased from them.  However, this thread which used to have such value now seems to be filled mostly with comments from fanboys rather than legitimate audiophiles.  I don't doubt that you are hearing what you think you're hearing but I certainly doubt your objectivity about what you're hearing which makes it hard to find credibility in some of the statements that you and others make.  For example,  some have suggested that plugging in an MC-0.5 into a receptacle is making a difference even if that receptacle is outside of the circuit is just absurd.  If you are noticing a difference here, you should get a refund from your electrician for not properly providing you a dedicated circuit.  Just to be sure, I tried it with my MC-0.5 and not surprisingly, I heard no difference.  I think comments like this do more to hurt High Fidelity than help it.  Just sayin...
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