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Bronze Member Username: DeadhorsePost Number: 72 Registered: May-06 | I think I'm ready to invest in some better cables, currently I'm still using the component cables that came with my TV and HD cable box and they have to be the cheapest things made. So what should I look for when buying cables? Obviously enough length but what's the difference between a $20 and $60 cable? |
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Platinum Member Username: Project6Post Number: 13799 Registered: Dec-03 | Go here: http://www.audioholics.com/education/cables/ |
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Gold Member Username: John_sColumbus, Ohio US Post Number: 1525 Registered: Feb-04 | Nick, I certainly can't blame anybody for wanting to improve video performance, but I still have to ask what is wrong with the cables you already have? You probably already know you can spend just about as much on cables as you want, but, as you ask, what do you get? Personally, I believe in the law of diminishing returns. After you achieve good performance with X dollars, every dollar after that is mostly vanity spending. My opinion is that true RG-6 cable with quality RCA phono jacks are perfectly fine. And you don't have to spend a lot on them either. For example: http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10235&cs_id=1023502 &p_id=2769&seq=1&format=2&style= These cables are the heart of two systems in my home and I will attest to monoprice's excellent quality, price and service. Let yet another cable flame war begin.... |
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Gold Member Username: John_sColumbus, Ohio US Post Number: 1526 Registered: Feb-04 | And here: http://www.audioholics.com/education/cables/component-video-cables-the-definitiv e-guide |
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Silver Member Username: WestcottLeague City, Texas Post Number: 229 Registered: Oct-05 | Broadcast quality video\audio cables can make a big difference and they do not have to be expensive. This site has some great information and their cables are fairly priced (not snake oil). The owner is also VERY knowledgable. Even if you do not buy from them, you should read through their website. They use Beldin cable and Canare connectors. http://www.bluejeanscable.com/ |
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Silver Member Username: Alright_boyPost Number: 186 Registered: Jan-07 | John is absolutely correct on the RG6. Just for comparison, I made up some and I could not tell any difference between those and a set of $100 cables I had lying around. Make good terminal connections. There may be some equipment variables involved. |
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Bronze Member Username: DeadhorsePost Number: 73 Registered: May-06 | Thanks guys, I just placed an order at monoprice.com. |
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Bronze Member Username: Scotty2hottyChicago, IL Post Number: 70 Registered: Nov-04 | Monoprice rules. I got an HDMI cable from them for $7. F U, Monster. |