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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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tbg
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Chris_launder, I have always used Rightway Audio Isolators, which are no longer available. They are ceramic with a brown glaze and look much like what you used to see on low voltage power lines. One can rest cables in the groove. I have tried cardboard, wood of different types, and the special and anti-static foam in which chips are shipped, and other ceramics, but none have been the equal of the Rightways.

You can see the contraption I use under the HFC UR speaker cables in my review of these cables on StereoTimes.
chris_launder
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I think Petieboy has hit the nail on the head , simplify and go for as few , but highest quality possible , components & strangely enough I was also about to type a post about the H F ( and other top notch cables ) also theoretically should be nothing more than a conduit to pass the music along unhindered .
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petieboy12003
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Chris, i personally just use Shunyata Dark field 2.
They seem to work as well as a couple other more expensive risers i have tried in the past. Not exactly the prettiest but can sometimes find a pack of 12 at a real cheap bargain.
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petieboy12003
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Calvinj, exactly! Hence my prior post regarding components matter.
And this is exactly why i love what 1x Teo cable did/does to my system. But of course i got attacked by a couple of the HF police when i stated my opinion regardless of my system or needs. Why do you think i don`t bother contributing much to this thread?
For what it`s worth i now own Teo`s very best silver ref IC. Even more expensive than HF top line UR cable unfortunately. I`m so grateful and lucky that i manage to find great prices with all these high end cables!
Considering my system - Teo is the only real chance of adding a touch of quality/natural color e.g. touch of timbral warmth weight etc of the highest order(unlike horrible little glass bottles full of noise) without sacrificing finest detail and extension or sound of venue etc. High end Teo is like HF and some unheard super tube? love child. Is very expensive though unless you go for cheaper Teo but honestly that would only be advised under certain system/taste circumstances as Calvin is talking about.

But anyway i really do like HF cables so far. Allot. Very much looking forward trying the UR+r power cords and of course UR IC. I already have a strong suspicion the power cords are going to be something special.
Of course comments on this thread has helped my confidence..... sort of
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audiolabyrinth
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your welcome Dave, on another note, your recent post to me, that's the kind of post I like dave,straight up, no holds barred honesty, oh, do not worry about being modest or humble, I myself do not do that about a system, now I may be nice or polite to memebers when I should not be, try to keep myself out of flame wars, you know what I mean?, Ha, Ha!, they seem to find me at times, I try not to pxxx people off, but because I am so direct, and forward, I suppose I do sometimes, that's what I like about you, you do the same, and have the same passion for music and systems as I do, cheeers to you Dave, keep the great post coming.
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