Best HDMI Connection - Blu-ray Forum

Mike Z · 08-15-2007, 05:46 PM

Hello everyone,

I'm getting my 65" HDTV 1080P TV set on Saturday and I'm probably going to purchase the BDP-S300 blu-ray player for it.

What basic connections do I need in order to get the High Definition picture quality when I'm watching blu-ray discs? Do I just need one of those Monster HDMI cables? I see different prices for different HDMI cables and I'm just trying to figure out the best choice. I'd appreciate any advice you guys may have for me.

Mike Z

BStecke · 08-15-2007, 05:55 PM

There are MANY threads on HDMI cables 'round these parts. Most will tell you to buy one from either monoprice.com or bluejeanscables.com. Most consider Monster to be way overpriced. I recommend Blue Jeans, as I've dealt with them on many occasions and their products have always been top notch.

Iceman_II · 08-15-2007, 05:56 PM

IMHO Monster cable is a waste, just get a good quality HDMI cable which is as short as possible... long cable runs cause signal degradation, shorter runs yield a more true signal.

gvortex7 · 08-15-2007, 05:56 PM

You don't need an overpriced Monster cable. Just go to tendonusa.com and you can find great quality hdmi cables up to 16.4 ft. that being the most expensive one at $20. I also believe they ship free within the U.S. That's a great deal.
Home Theater reviewers and bloggers swear by it.

Mike Z · 08-15-2007, 05:57 PM

Thanks. I didn't even think to look for other threads, my bad. But I'll definitely look into those websites.

Thanks again,
Mike

cawgijoe · 08-15-2007, 06:04 PM

Monoprice.com. Great build qulity. Small price.

Mike Z · 08-15-2007, 06:06 PM

I also see cheap prices for HDMI cables at Wal-Mart. You think there's anything wrong with picking one up from there?

Mike

Iceman_II · 08-15-2007, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gvortex7

You don't need an overpriced Monster cable. Just go to tendonusa.com and you can find great quality hdmi cables up to 16.4 ft. that being the most expensive one at $20. I also believe they ship free within the U.S. That's a great deal.
Home Theater reviewers and bloggers swear by it.

16.4 feet!!! Dear god, why??? Thats almost guaranteed to degrade the signal!

gvortex7 · 08-16-2007, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iceman_II

16.4 feet!!! Dear god, why??? Thats almost guaranteed to degrade the signal!

That's somewhat of a myth. Believe me, I'm using a 16' hdmi cable right now with my projector and there is no signal degradation at all. By the way, I do have another 12' and also 6' cable that I compared the picture with just to see if there was any difference. There isn't any. It's still pristine.
I think what you're talking about really happens with cable over 30'. And even then only if you bend it too much. Many companies have made great inprovements in recent years in how to circumvent signal degradation with long cables.

Zaphod · 08-16-2007, 05:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iceman_II

16.4 feet!!! Dear god, why??? Thats almost guaranteed to degrade the signal!

Well you are almost guaranteed to have this long of a cable for anyone who has a projector, especially if it is mounted on the ceiling. When you start getting into long cable runs, the more "generic" cables start to degrade the signal. When you want low, or no signal loss, for runs over 16 feet, especially when going through walls and ceilings, you want a more "premium" cable.

gvortex7 · 08-16-2007, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zaphod

Well you are almost guaranteed to have this long of a cable for anyone who has a projector, especially if it is mounted on the ceiling. When you start getting into long cable runs, the more "generic" cables start to degrade the signal. When you want low, or no signal loss, for runs over 16 feet, especially when going through walls and ceilings, you want a more "premium" cable.

You're somewhat correct. But, premium nowadays in cables doesn't have to mean a lot of money like in the case of Monster. Honestly I have never seen a more perfect example of paying premium strictly for the name. Monster is the biggest hype in Home Theater world. Needlessly I might add. But that's just my humble opinion.
Just check out the my first post in this thread and visit tendonusa.com. I would consider this brand premium, yet a 16.4' cable is only $20. Go figure...

Marlon · 08-16-2007, 11:52 AM

You've got yourself a very large TV and I'd urge you to get the best HDMI cable possible. Actually, the monster cable is not all that bad as some are making out, but I do agree with everyone's opinion that they are way overpriced for the perfomance. What you need is a cables with SILVER CONDUCTORS to get a really superior result. Nordost makes a terrific cable thats well worth your money. It will improve your contrast, detail and colour. I'd really recommend you to get that cable. However, if you want the absolute best, for a little more money, then get the model 3 Audioquest HDMI reference cable. This cable is remarkable. I own all the the cables I've spoken about and so I speak from experience. Going any lower than the terrific Nordost cable is to compromise the blu ray experience.

crackinhedz · 08-16-2007, 02:47 PM

Maybe this will help people understand HDMI cables...

...no sense paying tons of money for a digital cable.

wem003 · 08-16-2007, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zaphod

Well you are almost guaranteed to have this long of a cable for anyone who has a projector, especially if it is mounted on the ceiling. When you start getting into long cable runs, the more "generic" cables start to degrade the signal. When you want low, or no signal loss, for runs over 16 feet, especially when going through walls and ceilings, you want a more "premium" cable.

I have a 35 foot monoprice HMDI to DVI cable for my projector - less than $30.

THere is no signal degradation at all.

I would try the monoprice cable and if it works you saved a ton, if you aren't happy - send it back or call it $30 test.

blu_world · 08-18-2007, 12:39 AM

never pay a whole bag of money for a hdmi cable

waste of money,and it takes up your spenting money for other things such as movies.

Pilam69 · 08-18-2007, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Z

Hello everyone,

I'm getting my 65" HDTV 1080P TV set on Saturday and I'm probably going to purchase the BDP-S300 blu-ray player for it.

What basic connections do I need in order to get the High Definition picture quality when I'm watching blu-ray discs? Do I just need one of those Monster HDMI cables? I see different prices for different HDMI cables and I'm just trying to figure out the best choice. I'd appreciate any advice you guys may have for me.

Mike Z

My TV is slightly larger and I have no issues, all my connections are 6 ft or less.

Jimbo976 · 08-18-2007, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pilam69

My TV is slightly larger and I have no issues, all my connections are 6 ft or less.

Don't spend any more than $20 or $30 on any single HDMI cable. There is no point unless you own stock in Monster.

darkpoet25 · 08-18-2007, 02:07 AM

I bought a no name 6ft. HDMI cable off EBay for around $9, shipping included and have had no problems. It's been my experience that a name doesn't make much difference. If it works it works. A lot of people say to get Monster Cable, but I see no point in paying $50-$100 for a cable I can get a lot less.

08-15-2007, 05:46 PM	#1
Mike Z Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Virginia Beach Blu-ray collection:204	Best HDMI Connection Hello everyone, I'm getting my 65" HDTV 1080P TV set on Saturday and I'm probably going to purchase the BDP-S300 blu-ray player for it. What basic connections do I need in order to get the High Definition picture quality when I'm watching blu-ray discs? Do I just need one of those Monster HDMI cables? I see different prices for different HDMI cables and I'm just trying to figure out the best choice. I'd appreciate any advice you guys may have for me. Mike Z

08-15-2007, 05:57 PM	#5
Mike Z Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Virginia Beach Blu-ray collection:204	Cool Thanks. I didn't even think to look for other threads, my bad. But I'll definitely look into those websites. Thanks again, Mike

08-16-2007, 11:52 AM	#12
Marlon Banned Member since:Jul 2007	Cables make a big difference You've got yourself a very large TV and I'd urge you to get the best HDMI cable possible. Actually, the monster cable is not all that bad as some are making out, but I do agree with everyone's opinion that they are way overpriced for the perfomance. What you need is a cables with SILVER CONDUCTORS to get a really superior result. Nordost makes a terrific cable thats well worth your money. It will improve your contrast, detail and colour. I'd really recommend you to get that cable. However, if you want the absolute best, for a little more money, then get the model 3 Audioquest HDMI reference cable. This cable is remarkable. I own all the the cables I've spoken about and so I speak from experience. Going any lower than the terrific Nordost cable is to compromise the blu ray experience.

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08-15-2007, 05:55 PM	#2
BStecke Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jun 2007 4K collection:182 Blu-ray collection:567 DVD collection:1 Digital collection:1 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:6	There are MANY threads on HDMI cables 'round these parts. Most will tell you to buy one from either monoprice.com or bluejeanscables.com. Most consider Monster to be way overpriced. I recommend Blue Jeans, as I've dealt with them on many occasions and their products have always been top notch.

08-15-2007, 05:56 PM	#3
Iceman_II Expert Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Ft. Worth Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray collection:308 Blu-ray reviews: 4	IMHO Monster cable is a waste, just get a good quality HDMI cable which is as short as possible... long cable runs cause signal degradation, shorter runs yield a more true signal.

08-15-2007, 05:56 PM	#4
gvortex7 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Fort Lauderdale, FL Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:105	You don't need an overpriced Monster cable. Just go to tendonusa.com and you can find great quality hdmi cables up to 16.4 ft. that being the most expensive one at $20. I also believe they ship free within the U.S. That's a great deal. Home Theater reviewers and bloggers swear by it.

08-15-2007, 06:04 PM	#6
cawgijoe Special Member Member since:Feb 2007 Trading Score:1	Monoprice.com. Great build qulity. Small price.

08-15-2007, 06:06 PM	#7
Mike Z Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Virginia Beach Blu-ray collection:204	I also see cheap prices for HDMI cables at Wal-Mart. You think there's anything wrong with picking one up from there? Mike

08-16-2007, 02:47 PM	#13
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	Maybe this will help people understand HDMI cables... ...no sense paying tons of money for a digital cable.

08-18-2007, 12:39 AM	#15
blu_world Special Member Member since:Nov 2006 Home Theater Gallery:27 Blu-ray reviews:1	never pay a whole bag of money for a hdmi cable waste of money,and it takes up your spenting money for other things such as movies.

08-18-2007, 02:07 AM	#18
darkpoet25 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Indianapolis, IN Home Theater Gallery:45 4K collection:50 Blu-ray collection:297 Blu-ray reviews: 4	I bought a no name 6ft. HDMI cable off EBay for around $9, shipping included and have had no problems. It's been my experience that a name doesn't make much difference. If it works it works. A lot of people say to get Monster Cable, but I see no point in paying $50-$100 for a cable I can get a lot less.

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