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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I received my Surreal Acoustic Lens in the mail today.  It was hard not to give them a try after Rick told me "it might be my single best product."  Unfortunately, because of the whizzer / dustcap on my Omega Alnico driver, I can't get the device to fit.  The mounting plate is too large and so I have asked Rick to send me the smaller mounting plate option.  
Romazicon;
Once the Surreal Acoustic Lens is up and running, I'd be very interested in your thoughts regarding them.
@Romazicon..... I would love to know your impressions as well! I also run a pair of the Omega Super Alnico monitors.

Benjie, Thanks for your report on the 10 gage wire, dedicated line upgrade. I since I heard what it did here, highly recommend 10 gauge wire and dedicated lines to people. I can imagine it is an even bigger improvement from 14AWG wire than from 12 to 10.
The power, dynamics, fast leading edge, quieter, micro detail all improved greatly.
Romazicon, Thanks for sharing about the Pro power cord in your system. I recall wondering how a power cord could make such a big improvement in all aspects of sound, akin to a component upgrade.
And that was with the Ultimate pc! The UR helix was amazingly better...
But the Pros, WOW!
I've heard almost all of the HFC products, with each upgrade there is this very alluring increase in a sense of "real music". Alluring, addicting amazement. The unbelievable cost takes a back seat to the miraculous magic of the sound in my world. Words of an audio addict. ;-) D