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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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ozzy
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Thanks Pete for the XLR adapter update. I'll be waiting...

I was fortunate enough to have the hindsight when I installed my 3 dedicated lines using 10 gauge wire to also install 2 sets of dual duplex Furutech's on each line. But, even with that I am still using a 3 way plug / adapter to add a few more on one line.

facten
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Enjoy Pete
jay23
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I have a few questions for those more experienced with High Fidelity Cables products:

1) I’d like to repeat the question, has anyone compared the MC-6 and MC-6 Hemisphere?

2) In the HFC description of their power conditioners, they state, "Why Magnetic Conduction and the MC-6 Hemisphere over other power conditioners? Traditional power conditioning requires electronic devices such as transformers, inductors, capacitors, and even resistors. These devices rob the system of electrical efficiency causing some of the electrons to be taken or flittered to earth ground in hopes to eliminate noise. This old approach literally wastes the vital energy, discarding both good and bad and never knowing the difference. This results is a slower, more muted and even veiled representation of the music...The MC-6 Hemisphere is uniquely different in every way, using an entirely different approach patented and created in North America."

While I agree about their description of most traditional power conditioners, if the Magnetic Conduction Technology and waveguide system are efficient, what makes the MC-6 and Hemisphere 5 amps inefficient? This is as bad as active power conditioners!

3) I see that many of you are using a multitude of MC-5s - will auditioning one be enough to truly get an idea for their effectiveness?

Thanks for any input you can provide!

macdude - If you’re still reading this thread, and really aren’t going to just try the MC-5s for yourself, I’m going to be auditioning them with the original Quantum QRT products.

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hifial
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Hi jay23. I will try and give some limited incite to your questions but others might be able to more justice then I can.

Q1) While I am still waiting myself on this question I have spoken to Rick of HFC about this.

The MC-6 is a true entry level bare bones get an idea of what can be done for as little money as possible. For its price it gives a level that others can not touch at or near its price.

The Hemisphere however is in another league. It has some of the upper end HFC tech in its design. It would compete and beat competitors costing more then two to three times as much.

I can say that after talking to Rick about the differences (about two months ago) I have bought a MC-6 Hemisphere and should have it sometime mid to end of next week.

Q2) This is a little tougher. What I can say is IME the 10amp limit has nothing to do with any inefficient part on the design. I think it has more to do like a wire has a gauge that can limit how many amps it can handle. But I will try and get some clarification from HFC.

Q3) I had a chance to audition the MC-0.5.

Yes, one will give you an idea...but two will make you sit up and say wow, for what these are.  At least it did in my system. I can not imagine what happens when one adds 5, 8, 10+ but others can.

Hope this helps. 



68pete
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Hi jay23
Would have to agree with hifial. although 1 MCo.5 on my 20 amp dedicated feeding my amp, made me sit up and take notice. I now have 7 of them on that line. Each time i add some it just got better.
I am still comparing my Hemisphere with my PSaudio P10 and will post later in the month on it.
Enjoy Pete 
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