Monster Cable vs. Acoustic Research (1 Viewer)

[PeterN]

Hey guys, hate to bring up this subject again. I did a search and read a few threads. Basically, I'm getting a hook up from a friend that works at BB. I was gonna replace a few "factory" cables with some better ones.

My question is, will I actually tell a difference between MC and AR? It seems like I've heard a lot of people do A/B's and couldn't tell a difference. Can I get some opinions here?

Thanks

 

[Bob McElfresh]

A lot of it depends on what equipment you are hooking up and what type of signals.

Digital interconnect - no difference

Audio interconnects - most likely no difference

Video interconnects -

- to a 40" display : most likely no difference
- to bigger than 40" : perhaps some difference
- to bigger than 40" and pushing HD signals : more likely
- to a HD front projector with a 80" display : most likely

So it's really about how-sensitive the equipment is and how much amplification/magnification is being done.

 

[brad_p]

Bob,

that's interesting,size does matter! (sorry, bad humor)

I have been very curious about the quality of different cables as well. I have a new 60" HD tv, but my new panasonic progressive scan dvd was only $120. It's hard to justify in my mind buying a $80 (MC) cable over a $40 (AR)to hook-up a $120 player. Any input to straighten me and Peter out?

 

[Frank Zimkas]

I use AR cables and get excellent results for both Audio and Video. Get the AR's and don't look back.

 

[PeterN]

Thanks for the replies guys. I'm kinda in the same boat Brad. I have an entry level audio setup right now so I can't justify spending a lot on parts that won't give me a lot on return. I figure anything is better than using the cheapo cables I have. Also, with the discount I'm getting and trying to keep my setup under a budget, its tough to choose the M/C.

 

[brad_p]

Hey Frank, I looked at your HT pics - Love those Polk LSi speakers. Your obviously a man with a discerning ear. I'm biased however, I work for them

 

[Frank Zimkas]

Thanks Brad!.....How about some free stuff?