Mediabridge Ultra-High Speed HDMI Cable - 6ft - Version 1.3b Category 2 - 1080p - PS3 - Blu-Ray

Amazon Customer Reviews

(5 out of 5)

Excellent Product

These cables are an excellent deal at this price. I've seen these cables at hi-fi shops at far higher prices.

First, don't believe those that claim all HDMI cables are the same. They are definitely not all the same and anybody that would say that does not have even the most basic knowledge about HDMI. There are absolutely significant differences to be found in the various HDMI cables and devices on the market. While I am not suggesting overpaying for a Monster brand cable, you should definitely make sure you don't buy a cable that is going to degrade the picture on your new blu-ray equipment in any way. If you do buy one of those cheap cables, they most likely will work fine, but you will most likely never know you that you are not getting the best picture possible from your new 1080p set and blu-ray DVD player. However, significant differences would be apparent should you see a 2nd generation cable next to a 3rd generation cable connected to your new TV. It is even more critical to not buy 2nd generation cables for PS3 gamers.

And separating good cables from bad cables is simple.

The key thing to look for in an HDMI cable is HDMI certification to Version 1.3 Category 2. This is the most current HDMI standard and all cables should be made to this standard but often they're not so you have to make sure the cable is new generation product and not from last year. Playstation 3 has color depth capabilities that 1.3 takes advantage of. Version 1.3 also addresses certain problems inherent in Version 1.2 and offers enhancements as follows: (source: the HDMI.org website)

-48-Bit Color Depth - Version 1.3 increases color depth up to maximum 48-bit color as compared to the maximum 24-bit depth of previous versions. Version 1.3 has twice the color depth of 1.2. Particularly important with PS3 as they are Version 1.3 compliant and offer 48-bit color.

-Lip Sync - In a Digital TV, typically the video processing takes more time than the audio. As a result, lip sync can become an issue where it's noticeable to the viewer, creating an effect similar to that of a badly dubbed movie. HDMI 1.3 provides a method whereby the audio processing times in devices can be automatically adjusted to remove lip sync.

-If you need more reasons to go with Version 1.3, there are many others so I suggest you check the HDMI website.

Whatever you do, don't buy somebody's leftover stock from last year. Make sure it is Version 1.3. That one bit of criteria will help you sift through the low end cables out there. I want the best picture I can get. I bought an expensive TV and a blu-ray DVD player and I certainly don't want my HDMI cable getting in the way of the best picture I can get.

Mediabridge is a premium cable that meets the higher standards of Version 1.3. And this pricing is exceptionally good for this quality cable. There are certainly other cables around that meet this standard as well. But basically, Mediabridge is offering a high quality cable at a great price here.

(5 out of 5)

Excellent Choice and Value for Money

Ok so I am a girl and I am not much of a techie but I didn't want to spend $100 on an HDMI cable. I came to Amazon and read a lot of the product reviews.

I first purchased the the HDMI cable from ClearAV, it was inexpesive and not the best product. It cost me a little over $4 for the item and S&H. I tested it on my upconverting Panasonic DVD player on 1080i resolution on my 40" 1080p Samsung LCD TV but it had poor signal quality and the cable was not an HDMI version 1.3. So when I played my DVDs the picture would go on and off and so would the sound and there was a flashing line on my screen. Then I thought maybe I need to get another cable but still was not willing to pay $100.

I continued to do my research and realized that not all HDMI cables were created equal :( So I decided to try my luck again with the MEDIABRIDGE : "Premium 6ft 1.3b Category 2 Super High Speed HDMI Cable - 1080p - PS3 - Blu-Ray." THIS CABLE IS THE REAL THING : the true HDMI version 1.3b Category 2 certified (whatever that means but sounds like a really good thing) which can be used with blu-ray or PS3 and will give you great 48-bit color. I paid a little under $7 for everything i.e for the item and S&H. The first thing I noticed was that it has the "HDMI" embossed on the cable; might not mean much but I thought it was note worthy. Second, the cable was thick and sturdy unlike the regular one I previously purchased. Third, apparently it's gold plated, I don't know how to prove this but it sure looks shiny :)

OK so I got the product 2 business days later from MEDIABRIDGE( I was so happy it arrived promptly), I tried it last night and everything was perfect. I didn't have to wiggle the cable to see if I could get a better signal, audio and picture quality. Just plugged everything in and one, two, we were in business. I even did my Core Secrets workout with all the movements and I still got perfect picture and sound. I should have just paid $2 extra to begin with for a better quality product...take it from me...I'm girl with not much knowledge on such stuff but I know a great product when I see one.

Hopefully it will last me a long time :) I'm off to do my research on the Play Station console, I am curious to see how much better Blu-Ray picture quality is...no sense in buying an expensive Blu- Ray dvd player when I can just get the game right?

(5 out of 5)

Excellent!

These cables worked great for me...I'm getting 1080p@24hz no problem. My setup is a Samsung 52" LCD TV (LN52A650) and a Playstation 3. Save yourself a whole lot of money and don't get ripped off buying "Monster" or any other overpriced HDMI cable. Order processing, USPS shipping, and receipt in Texas was lightling fast(7 days). Order 2 while you're at it...someday you'll need another one!

(5 out of 5)

Great Price...Great Results

I purchased these cables recently to hook up my HDTV's to the HD boxes I have from my cable provider. I was amazed to find out that the quality of the picture and sound is similar to, if not the same as, the $100 cable I purchased from Best Buy a few years ago. I wish I knew then what I know now regarding these cables.

I do not use them for any gaming systems, just HD cable. I am completely satisfied with the product I received and was convinced of purchasing this product after reading the on-line reviews that were submitted by other individuals.

(5 out of 5)

Works excellent for ps3

The cable looks and works like a $40 one. The cable is REALLY v1.3 certified, says REVISION v1.3 COPARTNER.

The images in my Sony Bravia M-Series KDL-26M4000 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV looks amazing using my PlayStation 3 80 GB Metal Gear Solid 4 Pack. The quality of the cable is excellent, well protected from outside signals. I can say this is the greatest inexpensive v1.3 HDMI cable that amazon sells.

I bought this product from MediaBridge LLC. They shipped the cable very fast(3days)!