If you aren't aware of HDMI (but want to read further), it is High Definition Multimedia Interface and it is the standard for connecting Blu-ray players to your HD TV.
It is not required for connection the TV audio to your receiver.
I have used Monoprice for all my hdmi purchases.
I have bought 6' HDMI cables for less that $6 from Monoprice.
Monoprice carry many different quality HDMI cables and their shipping cost is reasonable (via USPS).
My last purchase was ever better cables. Two 10' cables for less than $40 total cost (delivered thru my mail slot).
These last two cables are almost the highest quality available:
1 . 10ft 24AWG CL2 Silver Plated High Speed HDMI cable - $14.32
2. 10ft Slim Series High Speed RedMere HDMI cable - $17.43
Shipping Cost : $7.55
This pic illustrates the various HDMI products ranging from 28AWG to the ultra-professional 22AWG (long distances).
The RedMere cable is much smaller (see pic) and is uni-directional.
Where a lot of bending is required and/or getting thru small holes in the wall, the RedMere would be preferred if the quality is equal to the 24AWG cable.
I compared these new 10ft cables with a 4ft 26AWG flat cable and a 6ft 28AWG, on a 50" and 60" plasma TV and couldn't detect any difference
Various tech websites indicate 28AWG is good enough, for up to 16ft, for 1080p or blu-ray quality.
There is another higher quality service coming in a few years and it may challenge the 28AWG solution.
Normally, I would go for a cheaper product if the quality is very close.
However, at these prices...
If you find better prices elsewhere, pls let me know.
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