Which hdmi cable to purchase? - Blu-ray Forum

y2dk119 · 08-24-2009, 02:07 AM

Hey guys,

With the PS3 dropping to 299, decided to order one up this weekend and I want to be ready to go when it arrives. Sorry if this is a stupid question, but does it really matter which HDMI cable I purchase? I've seen some real expensive ones, but also some on amazon that sell for less than 5 bucks (and seem to have good reviews too!).

Thanks for the help!

HomeTheaterVirgin · 08-24-2009, 02:08 AM

What size do you need?
HDMI <<<<<correct me if I am wrong guys about those being the right ones I hope I am right I just ordered 4 of them.

clownface · 08-24-2009, 02:11 AM

I've ordered a few HDMI cables from amazon.com with no problems. They work just as well as the more expensive ones I own.

Glassroots · 08-24-2009, 02:16 AM

HDMI is a digital signal so unless you need a long length, don't spend more than $20. I got mine at Superstore for $12 last year and it still is working perfectly. Just make sure the connector is gold and you should be fine.
DON"T BUY MONSTER!!!

My_Two_Cents · 08-24-2009, 02:17 AM

No need to pay those ridiculous prices charged for Monster-type cables. Monoprice sells good quality, inexpensive cables that WORK, are backed with a lifetime warranty and are given real-world kudos by almost everyone on this site.

http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

y2dk119 · 08-24-2009, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by HomeTheaterVirgin

What size do you need?
HDMI <<<<<correct me if I am wrong guys about those being the right ones I hope I am right I just ordered 4 of them.

Ha beats me, this is all new to me so if some guys could provide more insight it'd be appreciated. Thanks!

P.S. Is this one really only 2 cents?
http://www.amazon.com/HDMI-meter-foo...1075546&sr=1-1

HomeTheaterVirgin · 08-24-2009, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Ricshoe

No need to pay those ridiculous prices charged for Monster-type cables. Monoprice sells good quality, inexpensive cables that WORK, are backed with a lifetime warranty and are given real-world kudos by almost everyone on this site.

http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

Good job on sending him a link for the exact same one I linked him too

JimShaw · 08-24-2009, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by HomeTheaterVirgin

What size do you need?
HDMI <<<<<correct me if I am wrong guys about those being the right ones I hope I am right I just ordered 4 of them.

I have three of them. They work perfectly.

y2dk119 · 08-24-2009, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by JimShaw

I have three of them. They work perfectly.

Pardon my ignorance, but these will work with the ps3, correct? Thanks!

HomeTheaterVirgin · 08-24-2009, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by y2dk119

Pardon my ignorance, but these will work with the ps3, correct? Thanks!

Yes With anything tv,cable box reciever

Yautja · 08-24-2009, 03:15 AM

Just bought a QED HDMI cable, great stuff!

takezo · 08-24-2009, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glassroots

HDMI is a digital signal so unless you need a long length, don't spend more than $20. I got mine at Superstore for $12 last year and it still is working perfectly. Just make sure the connector is gold and you should be fine.
DON"T BUY MONSTER!!!

Absolutely. I worked at Circuity City and Radio Shack for a while. Expensive cables are mostly mark up. Stores like Best Buy (We all know what happened to Circuit Sh*ty), Sells their TVs even with no markup to keep prices low. They get you with Warranties and Accessories.

I picked up my cables for 13.50 (including tax) compared to 35(no tax) dollars for the cheapest HDMI at Walmart from a local discount retailer Don Quijote (Yes that quirky Japanese chain has 4 stores in Oahu. It's kinda fun to wade though all their chaotic store layout at times, it's a change of pace to Wal-mart, oh yeah we have Target now too)

the 13.50 HDMI cable is gold plated and triple shielded compared to a basic non gold plated 35 dollar HDMI cable.
A triple shielded gold plated cable from Monster can cost 99 to 120 bucks. 90% profit.

HomeTheaterVirgin · 08-24-2009, 03:18 AM

Even at 13.50 is too much for a cable

syncguy · 08-24-2009, 05:27 PM

Try to keep the length of the cable short as possible. e.g. 3 - 6'. Then you will be okay with any reasonable HDMI1.3 Cable, e.g. monoprice as per the link. However, if you need to run it for a longer length, e.g. 30', then you need to be more careful - I recommend a thicker cable. e.g. 22 or 24 AWG for a longer run.

HDPlasma · 08-24-2009, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by y2dk119

Pardon my ignorance, but these will work with the ps3, correct? Thanks!

Yes. Don't buy the hype that you need a Sony or Monster brand HDMI cable.

onemorechance · 08-24-2009, 06:42 PM

yeaaa i have monster cables on all my tvs..

repete66211 · 08-24-2009, 08:02 PM

While anything costing more than $20 will perform no better than some of those costing much less, there is such a thing as a crappy cable. Get the ones from Monoprice. They're both inexpensive and have high build quality. And, unlike many providers, you can get them in many different lengths. The only complaint I have is they are rather stiff (even 24AWG).

HomeTheaterVirgin · 08-24-2009, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by repete66211

While anything costing more than $20 will perform no better than some of those costing much less, there is such a thing as a crappy cable. Get the ones from Monoprice. They're both inexpensive and have high build quality. And, unlike many providers, you can get them in many different lengths. The only complaint I have is they are rather stiff (even 24AWG).

Thats what she said

My_Two_Cents · 08-24-2009, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HomeTheaterVirgin

Thats what she said

I've never heard that referred to as a complaint.

repete66211 · 08-24-2009, 08:24 PM

Ahhh, the apex of humor: the dick joke.

08-24-2009, 02:07 AM	#1
y2dk119 New Member Member since:Aug 2009	Which hdmi cable to purchase? Hey guys, With the PS3 dropping to 299, decided to order one up this weekend and I want to be ready to go when it arrives. Sorry if this is a stupid question, but does it really matter which HDMI cable I purchase? I've seen some real expensive ones, but also some on amazon that sell for less than 5 bucks (and seem to have good reviews too!). Thanks for the help!

08-24-2009, 02:08 AM	#2
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	What size do you need? HDMI <<<<<correct me if I am wrong guys about those being the right ones I hope I am right I just ordered 4 of them. Last edited by HomeTheaterVirgin; 08-24-2009 at 02:13 AM.

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08-24-2009, 02:11 AM	#3
clownface Expert Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Brooklyn New York	I've ordered a few HDMI cables from amazon.com with no problems. They work just as well as the more expensive ones I own.

08-24-2009, 02:16 AM	#4
Glassroots Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2009 Location:The Great White North Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:260 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:37	HDMI is a digital signal so unless you need a long length, don't spend more than $20. I got mine at Superstore for $12 last year and it still is working perfectly. Just make sure the connector is gold and you should be fine. DON"T BUY MONSTER!!!

08-24-2009, 02:17 AM	#5
My_Two_Cents Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Wherever I may roam.... Home Theater Gallery:40 4K collection:35 Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:19 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:4	No need to pay those ridiculous prices charged for Monster-type cables. Monoprice sells good quality, inexpensive cables that WORK, are backed with a lifetime warranty and are given real-world kudos by almost everyone on this site. http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

08-24-2009, 03:15 AM	#11
Yautja Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2008 Location:AUSTRALIA Home Theater Gallery:29 Trading Score:6	Just bought a QED HDMI cable, great stuff!

08-24-2009, 03:18 AM	#13
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	Even at 13.50 is too much for a cable

08-24-2009, 05:27 PM	#14
syncguy Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008	Try to keep the length of the cable short as possible. e.g. 3 - 6'. Then you will be okay with any reasonable HDMI1.3 Cable, e.g. monoprice as per the link. However, if you need to run it for a longer length, e.g. 30', then you need to be more careful - I recommend a thicker cable. e.g. 22 or 24 AWG for a longer run.

08-24-2009, 06:42 PM	#16
onemorechance Active Member Member since:Aug 2009 Home Theater Gallery:35 Blu-ray collection:175 Blu-ray reviews:55	yeaaa i have monster cables on all my tvs..

08-24-2009, 08:02 PM	#17
repete66211 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Kansas City area Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray collection:196 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:3	While anything costing more than $20 will perform no better than some of those costing much less, there is such a thing as a crappy cable. Get the ones from Monoprice. They're both inexpensive and have high build quality. And, unlike many providers, you can get them in many different lengths. The only complaint I have is they are rather stiff (even 24AWG).

08-24-2009, 08:24 PM	#20
repete66211 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Kansas City area Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray collection:196 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:3	Ahhh, the apex of humor: the dick joke.

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