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Best HDMI Cable for Video

I'm looking for opinions for the "best" HDMI cable. Primary function is video, not audio and it will be a short length 2 meters). I'm looking for the picture to "jump off" the screen. My dvd player (ARCAM DV 29) and set top cable box both have HDMI outputs, as does the TV (Sony 60 inch SXRD). I current use a passive power line conditioner (BPT 3.5). I'm looking for some feedback from people who have bought a few or tried a few cables ( so that a person can compare and contrast). Also it must pass 1080P.

Thanks for the help,

Sherpa
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unclejeff
1,313 posts
 
This is a bit of a new direction in cables. You might not want to spend top dollar just yet. Let's see who comes into the market.
scottsman
15 posts
 
Try the Audioquest HDMI-3. Getting great results with my Arcam DV 29.
sherpa OP
23 posts
 
I finally went with the Wireworld Starlight 5. All I can say is "wow." Picture definition and color saturation are fantastic. It beats my Synergistic research designer reference component cables, especially in reducing "flicker" and shadow detail. Very good buy for $220.
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nonoise
10,569 posts
 
Try bettercables.com. Got mine for $80. They are the reference cable for Perfect Vison and other reviewers. Great picture from my Sony DVP-NS90V to my Sony 30' WEGA.
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phillyb
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I used the Blue Jean HDMI, was very stiff but worked great, my brother needed a HDMI cable so I gave him the Blue Jean, I purchased the new Sony HDMI cable, well made easy to work with, and a great picture and sound.

Folks don't blow a lot of money on HDMI cables the good ones as above are as good as they get with no improvement in picture of sound from using either brand.

I am not saying go dirt cheap, but don't spend 100's of dollars either.
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