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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Thanks lak for the info,  I did jump in and order on a UR Helix PC should be here by the end of next week. i will be able to compare them side by side. For me they are not cheap if there is not big enough difference i will return at the end of 30 days.
Enjoy Pete

68pete,
Please share your thoughts regarding the two power cords. Breal-in will take a while but you already know that.
Well i have about 6 hours on the new UR Helix power cord and its been mixed bag of sound. The positive so far the sound stage got bigger, much wider. The highs seam to be very clear at times a little thin. The negative at times the sound in the mid range is a little bright or thin. The base has a little more punch but it to is a little thin. The first 6 hours little disappointed. My MC6 Hemisphere was the same way and went from ok to poor to good to great. It had a long long break in and finally replaced my PSaudio P10.  So i will give the UR Helix PC more time and report back at about the 50 hour mark. I did move my UR power cord that was on my disc player to the pre amp, so i am not sure how this is affecting the sound. I will do a direct comparison later after the UR Helix gets to what i feel is its best.
enjoy Pete
@68Pete,
Thanks for the update.
Once your  UR Helix power cord is fully burned in, I'm sure you are going to really like it.
Which component did you put the  UR Helix power cord on? (CDP?)
and what power cord was on your preamp?
Hi lak
The UR pc was on the disk player moved to the Pre amp. Which had a Shunyata Alapa Digital pc. The UR HELIX is now on the disc player. All three power cord where purchased new. On my Amp i have a  older Transparent 20 amp pc purchased used from a local dealer going out of business. The Transparent pc is much thicker than any Transparent pc they sell today it has 3 large net work boxes on it. Was used in the dealers show room.
Enjoy Pete