Cables Unlimited 6-Foot HDMI Male to Male Cable (PCM-2295-06) by Cables Unlimited
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Digital camera reviews of Cables Unlimited 6-Foot HDMI Male to Male Cable (PCM-2295-06)
Digital camera Review: A good deal on a good cable
Summary: 4 Stars
I recently bought a 42" Sharp Aquos LCD, so to maximize its performance, I upgraded my cable box to the HD box ($6/mo.), and bought two of these cables (one for the cable box, and one for my future HD DVD player).
I read a lot of the reviews of these and more expensive HDMI cables, and I opted to go the cheap route. I had a $25 gift certificate from my birthday, and with free super saver shipping, both cables cost me about $3 out of pocket.
I'm very happy with the image quality I get from these cables. There doesn't seem to be much difference (if any) than the signal I get from the component cables that came from with the cable box. In fact, when I change channels, there is a slight "delay" where the image loses brightness for a second, then fades up. I guess that's just the nature of a digital signal, though. With the component cables, I got a "freeze" for a second when I changed channels, so, six of one... But I like that I can get audio & video to the set through one cable.
Ulitimately, these cables work fine. I agree with other reviewers who say to avoid the designer cables unless you have money to spare. My guess is that the super-expensive cables probably would make somewhat of a noticeable difference, but not enough to justify spending $100 more.
I would also add that these cables should work just fine for anyone who plans on hooking their equipment up and leaving it alone. They do have a stiffness to them, and if you are planning on connecting and disconnecting them to different devices regularly, you might want to go with a more flexible and longer warrantied cable (though, these do have a 1 year limited warranty). Plus, a little more flexibility would be helpful in bundling my TV cables, though it's certainly not a reason to avoid these cables, especially considering the price.
All in all, a very good cable for a very good price. 4 stars would have been 5 if the cable was a bit more flexible.
Cables Unlimited makes a good product. This is the second cable purchase I've made from them. I also bought one of their Firewire 800 cables for an external HD, and it has worked flawlessly.
Digital camera Review: A great cable at a great price
Summary: 5 Stars
I had an overpriced HDMI cable to compare this with because earlier when I bought my HDTV and wanted a cable "right then" I was able to buy a $60 cable half-off at BestBuy (it was open box). I completely agree that this cable does the trick at a fraction of the price. Movies played on our new upconverting DVD player look luscious. I also like the way the cable is constructed--sturdy, with a very flexible covering. The cable came with covers over its tips, as well, to protect it en route. Nice touch.
I need another cable because I just realized (duh!) that if I'm routing the cable box IN to our new home theater receiver I need another cable to route the receiver OUT to the TV, plus I want some other types of cables for the audio, and I'll purchase all of these from one of the Amazon online sellers. It's worth the short wait.
Digital camera Review: All HDMI are equal
Summary: 5 Stars
Great price, quick delivery. works as good as cables costing 10x the price. If someone can show me that buying $50.00 cables makes your picture better, I'll listen. Until then, this is the way to go.Digital camera Review: Always go for the inexpensive HDMI cables!
Summary: 5 Stars
Don't fall for the Monster Cable marketing gimmicks. Get cheap HDMI cables like these and buy a video game or two with the money you save.Digital camera Review: Amazing Price - Works Fine
Summary: 5 Stars
Price is much lower than the big stores. Just plugged it in and it worked gerat.