Today's RETAIL HDMI cable finds...

[Ghetto_Child]

For those of you that don't know Maxi pretty much = RCSS. Seems they're the same company or owned by the same company.

So I was in Maxi today looking for HDMI to DVI cables (yeah I know don't hold my breath). At first I saw typical HDMI cable prices from $20 and up to $40 or $50. Walked a little more over in the aisle and I found more HDMI cables but with the following much better prices (all gold plated cables):

C2 Tech brand HDMI v1.3 for PS3 6ft $10
Audiovox brand 6ft $10
Century Concept Digital 10ft with both tags of $15 and $20 (try take advantage of the barcode scanning policy ;) )
RCA 6ft I think was $18

The 2 best looking cables are the C2 Tech and the Century Concept Digital. They both have really sleek looking, solid construction. Very smooth stylish finish on the ends.

Jan 8th:
Zellers in Atwater/Plaza Alexis-Nihon in Mtl, QC has the following HDMI cables.
Chateau brand 3ft HDMI $7
Chateau brand 12ft HDMI $13 <<= I think that's a hot price
Philips 12ft HDMI v1.3a $45

[Retardical_Sam]

Some decent finds for retail, but I highly recommend monoprice.com - I bought a DVI->HDMI cable there recently and I'm very happy with it.

[Netcruzer]

Nobody beats monoprice for cables.

28AWG gold plated 6ft 1.3a Cat2 with ferrite cores. $4.74
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3992&seq=1&format=2

28AWG gold plated 6ft Cat2. $4.03
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=2412&seq=1&format=2

I've never had a problem ordering from monoprice. Shipping is affordable too.

Lots of choices for cables, those two are just the most popular hot deals. You can get any type of HDMI cable you could ever want from these guys.

That said, if you need a cable immediately, the OP deals are pretty good for retail 6ft cables @ $10. That's a really good price in a store.

[Ghetto_Child]

to both of you we all know monoprice and online shops are cheaper. This posting is to help those that need cables immediately and can't wait for shipping or don't want to wait for shipping.

[EPcjay]

Nobody beats monoprice for cables.

28AWG gold plated 6ft 1.3a Cat2 with ferrite cores. $4.74
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3992&seq=1&format=2

28AWG gold plated 6ft Cat2. $4.03
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=2412&seq=1&format=2

I've never had a problem ordering from monoprice. Shipping is affordable too.

Lots of choices for cables, those two are just the most popular hot deals. You can get any type of HDMI cable you could ever want from these guys.

That said, if you need a cable immediately, the OP deals are pretty good for retail 6ft cables @ $10. That's a really good price in a store.


It might look cheaper, but 4.74 + 3.95(shipping) = $8.68 USD x exchange rate is well over 10 bux.

I'd say its a pretty good deal for retail, especially for the convenience.

[slimnet]

Yep, I know, it's Monster, yep I know about Monoprice. Say what you will, but VIsions has the Monster HDMI800 Cable going for 28 Dollars.

http://visions.ca/catalogue/category/Details.aspx?categoryId=311&productId=3885&menuId=2&parentId1=193&parentId2=304&parentId3=%27%27&menuLevel=%27%27


http://www.visions.ca/images/catalogue/product/HDMI800_l.jpg

[RastaManMax]

Monoprice FTW.

[thehockeyguy]

i got a couple of c2 tech ones at superstore.. i want to buy at monoprice too but rather pay a bit more and have it right now..

[shipill]

cheapest I could find in Canada :

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/offer-listing/B000KI99SG

[b1unt3d]

Yep, I know, it's Monster, yep I know about Monoprice. Say what you will, but VIsions has the Monster HDMI800 Cable going for 28 Dollars.

http://visions.ca/catalogue/category/Details.aspx?categoryId=311&productId=3885&menuId=2&parentId1=193&parentId2=304&parentId3=%27%27&menuLevel=%27%27



"Reg. Price: $119.99
Sale Price: $28.00
Total Savings: $91.99"


LOL

[slimnet]

LOL, Yeah, love the "MSRP" price. Either way though, some people would prefer Monster cable.

My $3 Monoprice cables are badass, but you can;t change people's preferences. :lol:

[kleptodathief]

^overinflated price ay! i got suckered into buying a monster one on BD from canadacomputers...came out to like 36bux and they hvn;'t shipped it yet... i hate CC :mad:

[Pr0metheus]

LOL, Yeah, love the "MSRP" price. Either way though, some people would prefer Monster cable.

My $3 Monoprice cables are badass, but you can;t change people's preferences. :lol:

Monster cables hooked up to a Bose sound system will ensure you're getting the best bang for your buck... :lol:

[donkey]

Dealextreme.com also carries HDMI cables: Cheapest 6ft is about $8USD and free shipping.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.14031

[poorgirl]

"Reg. Price: $119.99
Sale Price: $28.00
Total Savings: $91.99"


LOL

Just checked on this, this is an in store buy only. I would have purchased these if I could have.

[wildGecko]

Monster cables hooked up to a Bose sound system will ensure you're getting the best bang for your buck... :lol:

Don't forget the Monster power bar to reduce electrical interference (or wutever line the sales guy used to try to get me to spend $120+ on one...)

[game_fanatic]

For one HDMI cable from monoprice + shipping, it's $8.96...are there duties/taxes/any other fees, or is $8.96USD what I pay?

[appleb]

The C2 Tech brand 6ft cable is $6.88 at RCSS.

Also you know it's impossible to make a thread about local hdmi cables without the monoprice threadcrapping.

[wildGecko]

Ordered one a month ago. Wasn't charged anything... I paid exactly what Mono quoted me. As long as u stay under 30USD u should be fine.

For one HDMI cable from monoprice + shipping, it's $8.96...are there duties/taxes/any other fees, or is $8.96USD what I pay?

[Netcruzer]

The C2 Tech brand 6ft cable is $6.88 at RCSS.

Also you know it's impossible to make a thread about local hdmi cables without the monoprice threadcrapping.

He didn't have RETAIL in the thread title before. Not threadcrapping, just talking about monoprice for those who are still unaware of the usual insane markup of retail cables.

[h00ch]

Yep, I know, it's Monster, yep I know about Monoprice. Say what you will, but VIsions has the Monster HDMI800 Cable going for 28 Dollars.
Even the GREATLY reduced price of $28 is WAAYYYYY too much for a 3 foot cable!

[13sundin]

Nobody beats monoprice for cables.

28AWG gold plated 6ft 1.3a Cat2 with ferrite cores. $4.74
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3992&seq=1&format=2

28AWG gold plated 6ft Cat2. $4.03
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=2412&seq=1&format=2

I've never had a problem ordering from monoprice. Shipping is affordable too.

Lots of choices for cables, those two are just the most popular hot deals. You can get any type of HDMI cable you could ever want from these guys.

That said, if you need a cable immediately, the OP deals are pretty good for retail 6ft cables @ $10. That's a really good price in a store.

ya but if you only want 1 cable shipping will kill the deal

but i did order a cable back a while ago and i must admit the quality is hard to beat

[b1unt3d]

Just checked on this, this is an in store buy only. I would have purchased these if I could have.

LOL, Yeah, love the "MSRP" price. Either way though, some people would prefer Monster cable.

My $3 Monoprice cables are badass, but you can't change people's preferences. :lol:

.

[micheldub]

what about http://www.cablesalescanada.com

I ordered some HDMI and CAT6 cables for a resonable price and still buying canadian.

They shipped the *same* day, that was december 30 using purolator.

wow, that is a pretty good canadian retailer.

Cheers,
Michel

[Caspar]

If you are in the Vancouver area, you can get a 6ft 1.3a cable for 7 bucks:
http://www.anitec.ca/sale/42ttntm2ts/18543/

I got one during the boxing week sale and it works great on my 360.

[cruisn76]

Don't forget the Monster power bar to reduce electrical interference (or wutever line the sales guy used to try to get me to spend $120+ on one...)

Add a Ferrite Core to reduce interference. You can get those at Monoprice also.

[Mint]

For people with Factory Direct, they have a 4' Belkin one for $8.88 with coupon:
http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/combo_spec.php?pcode=FC3261&id=268

Edit: I just ordered a 6' cable from eforcity for $5.99 with free shipping:
http://www.eforcity.com/pothhdmh6f01.html

I've never ordered from there before, but I recall reading good reviews from the place.

[blexann]

$9.99 for 6ft at Superstore

[Matrixvibe]

Belkin 1.3 6ft- Sig Electronics $9.99
Belkin 1.3 12ft-Sig Electronics $22.99

[shadowsteve]

monoprice... mono price... m o n o p r i c e ....

I feel I'm getting brainwashed... :lol:

sure is a lot of monoprice employees on here

[blexann]

enough of monoprice already. why would i order from monoprice when I can get a 6ft hdmi cable for $10 at B&M stores in the GTA ?

[noob666]

enough of monoprice already. why would i order from monoprice when I can get a 6ft hdmi cable for $10 at B&M stores in the GTA ?

because i can get 2 cable from monoprice for $10 :cheesygri

[Ghetto_Child]

Even the GREATLY reduced price of $28 is WAAYYYYY too much for a 3 foot cable!
+1 I wouldn't pay more than $5 for a 3ft cable, it hardly reaches anywhere so it's less versatile. Meant for really closely placed devices.

He didn't have RETAIL in the thread title before. Not threadcrapping, just talking about monoprice for those who are still unaware of the usual insane markup of retail cables.
yeah I realized after all the monoprice promoting that I'd need to add retail for them to understand lol. I wasn't necessarily posting about the cheapest possible price but the cheapest I've found, and hopefully others too, in retail walk-in stores.

I was tempted to pick up one myself but I only need an HDMI to DVI right now and it's not urgent so I didn't. Plus I'm getting a $5 one from NCIX.

Monster cables hooked up to a Bose sound system will ensure you're getting the best bang for your buck... :lol:
are you sure they didn't mean best buck for your bang/bank?

Yep, I know, it's Monster, yep I know about Monoprice. Say what you will, but VIsions has the Monster HDMI800 Cable going for 28 Dollars.

http://visions.ca/catalogue/category/Details.aspx?categoryId=311&productId=3885&menuId=2&parentId1=193&parentId2=304&parentId3=%27%27&menuLevel=%27%27


http://www.visions.ca/images/catalogue/product/HDMI800_l.jpg
The C2 Tech brand cables look very similar to that picture. I wonder if C2 Tech and Century Concept Digital are just rebranded Monsters? Then again I bet Monsters are simply rebranded from some other brand anyway.

Still as another user said $28 is not worth 3ft. You get a pass for Monsters if it was a 6ft cable.



I wish someone could find pics of the ones I posted because I can't find any at all

[lhsonic]

because i can get 2 cable from monoprice for $10 :cheesygri

No you can't.. factor in shippng and exchange rate, a single cable is over $10.. you're looking at about $17 for 2.. I'd much rather just get 2 from B/M and save shipping time.. time is money too you know.

[LBJackal]

I only need an HDMI to DVI right now
My cousin had a HDMI>DVI (with a DVI>HDMI adapter) as a spare which he gave to me when I got my PS3, and I only need a regular HDMI (although I suppose I could play PS3 on the 22" computer monitor in my room if I ever needed to). Jack sprat, could eat no fat...

[beevoo]

Nice , thanks OP

[zero64]

because i can get 2 cable from monoprice for $10 :cheesygri

And it comes with the slowest shipping in the world. I'm still waiting on a Nov. 24 order. :mad:

[apvm]

i got a couple of c2 tech ones at superstore.. i want to buy at monoprice too but rather pay a bit more and have it right now..

Same here, want to buy at monoprice too but I also wanted to enjoy my new TV, BR Player and HTIB during Christmas, so I bought two 6' HDMI over at factorydirect for $8.88 each and they both works fine.

[Hunmeow]

For those that are still so hyped about Monster Cable... please read this professional article:

http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/hdmi-cable-battlemodo/the-truth-about-monster-cable-part-2-268788.php

From there on, you might start to believe that monoprice actually is the better choice. :D

[SAS-1]

And it comes with the slowest shipping in the world. I'm still waiting on a Nov. 24 order. :mad:

Wow.. that is not right. I'ver ordered from mono 4 times now and everytime it takes between 7 - 10 days. I wonder if CP is having some problems (shock!) because we've been waiting for an international package (not from mono) that was shipped via air for about as long as you've been waiting.

Anyways, if you can be patient then you can't beat mono. But I also understand how it is when you buy a new electronic gadget. :) That's why I always order like 4 HDMI cables at a time.

[Khrak]

Yep, I know, it's Monster, yep I know about Monoprice. Say what you will, but VIsions has the Monster HDMI800 Cable going for 28 Dollars.

http://visions.ca/catalogue/category/Details.aspx?categoryId=311&productId=3885&menuId=2&parentId1=193&parentId2=304&parentId3=%27%27&menuLevel=%27%27


http://www.visions.ca/images/catalogue/product/HDMI800_l.jpg

Ya... but you can still get 5 identical quality cables from Monoprice for $30.

There's nothing special about Monster. If Monster were $5 and Monoprice were $4.75, I'd still take Monoprice.

[mannyb]

because i can get 2 cable from monoprice for $10 :cheesygri+1. Yup. I'm also a monoprice customer. It's so friggin cheap. For those who need to use their TV/components right away, you can buy the cables from Walmart and return it when the shipment from monoprice arrives.

[steve-0101]

Just checked on this, this is an in store buy only. I would have purchased these if I could have.

For those set on purchasing Monster cables, if you're in the GTA:

3ft Monster HDMI cable for $19.95 (http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=017797&cid=CA.383.359)

4ft Monster HDMI cable for $29.95 (http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=020751&cid=CA.383.359)

There seems to be lots of stock on the 3 footer, not so much on the 4 foot. Not available online either.

Oh, and +1 for monoprice. I use a combination of those and C2 from RCSS (when I need one NOW)

[noob666]

No you can't.. factor in shippng and exchange rate, a single cable is over $10.. you're looking at about $17 for 2.. I'd much rather just get 2 from B/M and save shipping time.. time is money too you know.

just brought their orange cable on special came up to just $5 on each cable with shipping together

and for shipping time, it has never take more than 5 days for me, i've brought my cable on Dec 27 and it came to my door just after 5 business day.

[rewok]

I was tempted to pick up one myself but I only need an HDMI to DVI right now and it's not urgent so I didn't. Plus I'm getting a $5 one from NCIX.

If you need some quickly, you can get a 6 feet HDMI-DVI cable for 7$ at Maddison in Laval and probably at Addison in Montreal. They also have HDMI cables at "fair" local prices...

[Vidkid72]

I used to order from Monoprice but I find them cheaper (under 5.00) on ebay with free shipping. For example:
http://shop.ebay.com/items/__hdmi-cable_W0QQQ5ftrkparmsZ72Q253A1462Q257C66Q253A3Q257 C65Q253A12Q257C39Q253A1QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14Q Q_sopZ15QQ_scZ1

and a direct link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/HDMI-1-3-Cable-FOR-HDTV-1080p-PS3-DVD-TO-LCD-GOLD-6FOOT_W0QQitemZ320328957867QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_D efaultDomain_0?hash=item320328957867&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A3%7C65%3A15%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1308

[EngineNo9]

best place to get dvi to hdmi in GTA( TOronto) ?
preferably 6ft...

mono price is sold out

[Instagator]

MONOPRICE ftw!

I just got 4 cables, and 2 90 degree turns and they are all working great.

[kleptodathief]

is anyone using those mono ORANGE cables? i find they don't fit SNUGLY into my ps3/xbox or tv .... can anyone confirm this also?? :confused:

also its too bulky/thick where u grasp it... esp on the xbox where u need to have the xbox cable attach beside it( and yes ive done that xbox mod where u take off that cover) but it still isn't fitting snugly

i'll upload a pic crappy cam sorry

http://i42.tinypic.com/2ef8ehf.jpg

[blexann]

best place to get dvi to hdmi in GTA( TOronto) ?
preferably 6ft...

mono price is sold out

RCSS has them for $9.99 and Walmart for around $17

[shipill]

best place to get dvi to hdmi in GTA( TOronto) ?
preferably 6ft...

mono price is sold out

http://www.amazon.ca/Sony-Playstation-3-HDMI-Cable/dp/B000KI99SG

[Spongeg]

RCSS has them for $9.99 and Walmart for around $17

i got some of the $9.99 ones at RCSS :cheesygri

[sidseven]

Zellers, HDMI 1.3b 6ft, $8.97

Can't remember the brand.

[Ghetto_Child]

added some new finds for today

[happyblissfull]

found a few HDMI - HDMI C2 for PS3 this morning.

also, C2 HDMI for 9.99 but couldn't determine if they were 1.3.

[b1unt3d]

I also found some C2 cables at RCSS last night. They don't say if they are 1.2 or 1.3 or what, where as the PS3 ones clearly said 1.2.

[RFD_Paul]

enough of monoprice already. why would i order from monoprice when I can get a 6ft hdmi cable for $10 at B&M stores in the GTA ?

What is 'B&M'?

[darren22]

What is 'B&M'?

"Bricks and mortar" - i.e. a physical location, as opposed to an online store.

[RFD_Paul]

"Bricks and mortar" - i.e. a physical location, as opposed to an online store.

Thank you. Much appreciated.

Can individual posts be thanked or just thread starters?

[sonyHdr12]

Dealextreme.com also carries HDMI cables: Cheapest 6ft is about $8USD and free shipping.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.14031

their sony MS 8G card is so hot just 14.90 ,I got it from BB $34 on boxing day,and got the adapter for $3 from Factorydirect yesterday.my deal was so cold.

[Nominee]

The HDMI topic never ends, we all are ripped by those criminal retailers...

[c5ho]

I know this is off-topic but I was hoping someone could tell me what kind of HDMI cable I would need simply to connect my Rogers HDPVR to my HDTV? And also perhaps a cable for a BR player in the future. I'm confused about all the HDMI standards, category 1/2, etc, etc. I point to an info or product link would be appreciated. PM to keep it out of the thread if you want. Thanks in advance!

[mc_molineux]

their sony MS 8G card is so hot just 14.90 ,I got it from BB $34 on boxing day,and got the adapter for $3 from Factorydirect yesterday.my deal was so cold.

Except yours is real and theirs is probably fake...

[Ghetto_Child]

their sony MS 8G card is so hot just 14.90 ,I got it from BB $34 on boxing day,and got the adapter for $3 from Factorydirect yesterday.my deal was so cold.
Be very careful with those hot priced storage cards from online especially if sold out of China. There's a sticky up already about counterfeit storage/memory cards. Example symptoms of counterfeit units; they don't fit smoothly into the slot. They get stuck or require trimming a fraction of a milimeter to fit smoothly. Easy data loss/corruption, typos anywhere, fractional lifespan if any at all.

The HDMI topic never ends, we all are ripped by those criminal retailers...
Not me because personally I'd never spend $50 on a popular data cable. It just seemed so wrong to me right from the start.

[Justpete]

The HDMI topic never ends, we all are ripped by those criminal retailers...

http://i.gizmodo.com/363154/audiophile-deathmatch-monster-cables-vs-a-coat-hanger

[bosephus]

I just picked up a HDMI 6ft v.1.3 at CTY (http://www.cty.ca/ProductDetails.asp?pid=2479) for $16 (tax included). Hooked it up and everything looks great in HD.

B.

[gumby]

I picked up a combo package of 10' HDMI cable + USB A to Mini-USB cable for $9.94, marked down from $19.99 or so from RCSS in Ottawa. Remember this is 10', not the standard 6'. The package is marked for PS but HDMI and USB are standards so it does not matter. The HDMI is certified for 1.3a. The SKU from the bill says 71171980900 and it matches the UPC.

[rebjorne]

I know this is off-topic but I was hoping someone could tell me what kind of HDMI cable I would need simply to connect my Rogers HDPVR to my HDTV? And also perhaps a cable for a BR player in the future. I'm confused about all the HDMI standards, category 1/2, etc, etc. I point to an info or product link would be appreciated. PM to keep it out of the thread if you want. Thanks in advance!

I have the same question too, so if someone could reply in the thread or PM me as well, that would be great.

Thanks!

[jt4572]

Here is a web report/video done by the CBC on the value of high price/low priced cables. It was previously posted by a RF'er but I thought this re-post may provide some valuable info to those looking for cables.

http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/2008/02/20/packing_the_deal/


(I have purchased from monoporice and love the quality and have not been charged any duties/additional fees by keeping under the $25 limit recommended by some other members)

[BD006]

I have the same question too, so if someone could reply in the thread or PM me as well, that would be great.

Thanks!

Pretty sure you don't need anything special for the Rogers HD PVR. I think most HDMI cables sold are at least version 1.2, which should be enough.

For Blu-Rays, if you want to decode the hi def audio using your receiver, you'll need at least 1.3. But, those are almost just as cheap as 1.2 (as evidenced in this thread) and will likely get cheaper.

[brunes]

Pretty sure you don't need anything special for the Rogers HD PVR. I think most HDMI cables sold are at least version 1.2, which should be enough.

For Blu-Rays, if you want to decode the hi def audio using your receiver, you'll need at least 1.3. But, those are almost just as cheap as 1.2 (as evidenced in this thread) and will likely get cheaper.

There is no difference betweena 1.2 and a 1.3 cable, other than the 1.3 cable has been "1.3 certified". 99% of the time a 1.2 cable will do 1.3 content just fine.

[hyperpork]

best place to get dvi to hdmi in GTA( TOronto) ?
preferably 6ft...

mono price is sold out

For anyone who is living in GTA or in the York Region (just north of GTA). Philips Canada's head office has an employee store, which now is OPEN to public. They have many different kinds of A/V cable on sale there, and the best deal is on their HDMI cables.

24K gold plated HDMI cables, 6" or 12": $4.99
HDMI to DVI, 12": $4.99
Optical audio cable, 12": $4.99
Component cables, 12": $2.99

And a lot more. All Philips brand, those one used to sale for over $30 in Costco.

Their store hour is Mon-Fri: 3pm to 7pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

I am not sure how long they will remain open to the public, they started that since a few weeks before Christmas and they were opened just to their employees before. Last Friday (Jan 9, 09) I went, they were still opened to the public and they still handing out flyer telling people they are opened to the public. Go help them cleaning up their warehouse.

BTW, I don't work there and I only found out they are having a good deal on HDMI cables. So I may not have enough knowledge to answer some of your questions.

[appleb]

For anyone who is living in GTA or in the York Region (just north of GTA). Philips Canada's head office has an employee store, which now is OPEN to public. They have many different kinds of A/V cable on sale there, and the best deal is on their HDMI cables.

24K gold plated HDMI cables, 6" or 12": $4.99
HDMI to DVI, 12": $4.99
Optical audio cable, 12": $4.99
Component cables, 12": $2.99

And a lot more. All Philips brand, those one used to sale for over $30 in Costco.

Their store hour is Mon-Fri: 3pm to 7pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

I am not sure how long they will remain open to the public, they started that since a few weeks before Christmas and they were opened just to their employees before. Last Friday (Jan 9, 09) I went, they were still opened to the public and they still handing out flyer telling people they are opened to the public. Go help them cleaning up their warehouse.

BTW, I don't work there and I only found out they are having a good deal on HDMI cables. So I may not have enough knowledge to answer some of your questions.

I thought the Philips store wasn't open for the public anymore? Anyway, I guess I'll have to check it out again!

[jjtsl]

For anyone who is living in GTA or in the York Region (just north of GTA). Philips Canada's head office has an employee store, which now is OPEN to public. They have many different kinds of A/V cable on sale there, and the best deal is on their HDMI cables.

24K gold plated HDMI cables, 6" or 12": $4.99
HDMI to DVI, 12": $4.99
Optical audio cable, 12": $4.99
Component cables, 12": $2.99

And a lot more. All Philips brand, those one used to sale for over $30 in Costco.

Their store hour is Mon-Fri: 3pm to 7pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

I am not sure how long they will remain open to the public, they started that since a few weeks before Christmas and they were opened just to their employees before. Last Friday (Jan 9, 09) I went, they were still opened to the public and they still handing out flyer telling people they are opened to the public. Go help them cleaning up their warehouse.

BTW, I don't work there and I only found out they are having a good deal on HDMI cables. So I may not have enough knowledge to answer some of your questions.

Thanks for the info. Are the HDMI cables version 1.3?

[game_fanatic]

For anyone who is living in GTA or in the York Region (just north of GTA). Philips Canada's head office has an employee store, which now is OPEN to public. They have many different kinds of A/V cable on sale there, and the best deal is on their HDMI cables.

24K gold plated HDMI cables, 6" or 12": $4.99
HDMI to DVI, 12": $4.99
Optical audio cable, 12": $4.99
Component cables, 12": $2.99

And a lot more. All Philips brand, those one used to sale for over $30 in Costco.

Their store hour is Mon-Fri: 3pm to 7pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

I am not sure how long they will remain open to the public, they started that since a few weeks before Christmas and they were opened just to their employees before. Last Friday (Jan 9, 09) I went, they were still opened to the public and they still handing out flyer telling people they are opened to the public. Go help them cleaning up their warehouse.

BTW, I don't work there and I only found out they are having a good deal on HDMI cables. So I may not have enough knowledge to answer some of your questions.

Are those sizes in inches or feet? I'm assuming feet, but you can never be too safe!

[gottagetta]

For anyone who is living in GTA or in the York Region (just north of GTA). Philips Canada's head office has an employee store, which now is OPEN to public. They have many different kinds of A/V cable on sale there, and the best deal is on their HDMI cables.

24K gold plated HDMI cables, 6" or 12": $4.99
HDMI to DVI, 12": $4.99
Optical audio cable, 12": $4.99
Component cables, 12": $2.99

And a lot more. All Philips brand, those one used to sale for over $30 in Costco.

Their store hour is Mon-Fri: 3pm to 7pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

I am not sure how long they will remain open to the public, they started that since a few weeks before Christmas and they were opened just to their employees before. Last Friday (Jan 9, 09) I went, they were still opened to the public and they still handing out flyer telling people they are opened to the public. Go help them cleaning up their warehouse.

BTW, I don't work there and I only found out they are having a good deal on HDMI cables. So I may not have enough knowledge to answer some of your questions.

Has anyone gone to confirm this?

[sLAsh]

Picked up a 6' Chateau brand at Zellers burlington mall for $8.79. The had a bunch of the 3' and 12 ' in stock for those who don't want to wait for monoprice.

[appleb]

Has anyone gone to confirm this?

I went there after work today (Jan 12th) and can confirm everything was there. The HDMI cables are 1.3a. The guy told me they would be getting 6 foot hdmi soon, so I figured I'd wait for those because 12 feet is too much clutter for me.

The cables are in those indestructible blister packs, so that should be a good sign that the cables are new.

[Ghetto_Child]

Are those sizes in inches or feet? I'm assuming feet, but you can never be too safe!

I'm assuming that:
no apostrophe = yards

I'm certain that:
' = feet
" = inches

proof:
I am 6'1" tall.

[FallenAngel78]

are those sizes in inches or feet? I'm assuming feet, but you can never be too safe!

+1

[sabrederek]

I went there after work today (Jan 12th) and can confirm everything was there. The HDMI cables are 1.3a. The guy told me they would be getting 6 foot hdmi soon, so I figured I'd wait for those because 12 feet is too much clutter for me.

The cables are in those indestructible blister packs, so that should be a good sign that the cables are new.


Did he by chance indicate when "soon" would be? I have to be up in that area on Wednesday (tomorrow) and would like to get some 6'ers.

thanks.

[hyperpork]

Are those sizes in inches or feet? I'm assuming feet, but you can never be too safe!

My very bad.

I was mean Feet = ', NOT inches = "

So, it was all 12' cable I was saying there.

[hyperpork]

Are those sizes in inches or feet? I'm assuming feet, but you can never be too safe!

My very bad.

I was mean Feet = ', NOT inches = "

So, it was all 12' (feet) long cable I was saying there.

[game_fanatic]

My very bad.

I was mean Feet = ', NOT inches = "

So, it was all 12' (feet) long cable I was saying there.

Thanks for the clarification!

[kooblu]

what zellers store in the GTA have them?

[enricor]

Monster cables hooked up to a Bose sound system will ensure you're getting the best bang for your buck... :lol:

2 of the worst (overpriced) brands in one line
...best bang for your buck LOL Only for those who have no idea what they are talking about, or more $$ than...

[fantom]

Thinking of shelling out money on a Monster cable?

Then you're just plain stupid:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIf8HLZK6a8

[RFD_Paul]

But Monster cables are made with the super magical copper with all sorts of poorly defined and loosely used scientific terms thrown in. Everyone who pays $200 for a cable will tell you that they see and hear the difference. If they couldn't tell the difference, they would be stupid, wouldn't they? It's just trickery that they can't prove their sense of difference in a controlled manner.

It's similar with speaker wire. Only the gauge matters and even then it generally only matters in generally extreme lengths. The Amazing Randy posted a reward for a recognized audiophile to pass his test of high end audio speaker wire versus normal wire. He never had to pay the reward. Another Internet user tested high end audio cables versus power cord from the local hardware store. No one could tell the difference.

It's a shame really that stores like FS and BB prey on people who don't know better. They have become the home of $200 HDMI cables, $100 memory cards, and $50 camera cases, but they want you to trust them and buy the warranty?

Paying for convenience is one thing but I often hear the floor people spread misinformation to customers. I wonder how intentional it is. Surely someone in these organizations knows better?

[JJpach]

Got a question. OP was mentioning HDMI to DVI which happens to be what I'm looking for. Is it better / cheaper to get a HDMI to DVI cable, or just an adaptor?

[maniacshopper]

for those who don't know anything about monster cables,

Splice them up or unscrew the head of a s-video cable. You'll see they're just regular cables with plastic casing that monster paid. The head is also monster labelled.

Moving on to HDMI cables.....you get the point.
I've had monster s-video, optical cables before. No diff, I didn't pay full price on them a few years ago. Spent $20 on them

Prices have really come down on cables.
I bought a few HDMI cables, 6ft by belkin for $10 each from sig's. I didn't wanna wait for monoprices and the fact that our loonie took a dive that may not return to par.

No matter what sales pitch some dude gives you, there's no diff as long as the cable quality are equal. Read the fine print on the cable, ie cable gauge, awg xxx.

That's tell you the thickness of the cable. Make sure your cables are shielded to prevent interference.

[Ghetto_Child]

Got a question. OP was mentioning HDMI to DVI which happens to be what I'm looking for. Is it better / cheaper to get a HDMI to DVI cable, or just an adaptor?

Doesn't matter, there's tons of combos that can work out good or bad financially. See in summer there was a 6ft HDMI male to DVI male. Perfect for HD players to PC monitors. It was $12 reg. $20/$25 on ncix. I didn't buy it. Now I bought an HDMI male to DVI female also 6ft from NCIX for $5/$6 reg. $12/$15. I forgot back in summer that my LCD came with a DVI male male. So that $6 ncix HDMI male to DVI female can connect together with my DVI male male and I'll get the same display result connecting these 2 cables vs HDMI male to DVI male cable.

Another option is I found/ordered an HDMI to DVI adaptor (not the long cord) from DealExtreme for $3/$4. It's a 24+5 or 24+4 adaptor. Meaning it handles both Analog and Digital and I think supports Dual Link but not sure how DL works with an adaptor like this.

You just have to plan out what you want to do and watch what you spend on the pieces. I think a single cable is easier and more portable/reusable but if you already have an expensive really long cable then just an adaptor would be better use of money.

[Ghetto_Child]

2 of the worst (overpriced) brands in one line
...best bang for your buck LOL Only for those who have no idea what they are talking about, or more $$ than...

As said before, I still want to see who actually comes into the store to buy one of these. I mean does Futureshop really believe they can sell it? Do they have any customers for that price range?
Monster 400 HDMI 75m Super-High Performance Audio Video Cable (HDMI400-75 NF)
Our price: $599.99
Online Availability:
In Stock: Usually ships next business day.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10089406&catid=25326
http://www.futureshop.ca/multimedia/products/large/10089406.jpg

[thematrix49]

As said before, I still want to see who actually comes into the store to buy one of these. I mean does Futureshop really believe they can sell it? Do they have any customers for that price range?


LOL @ Review...

Best My Money Could Buy, 1/16/2008
Reviewer: John, California
I purchased 2 cables about 5 months ago, and I have been very pleased with their performance. I have since then bought 6 more for my other needs around the house. Will buy more once I come up with other Media centers in my house.

[game_fanatic]

Parents went to the Philips warehouse yesterday afternoon and snagged three 6' cables and 3 12' cables (3 for them, 3 for me!) Apparently someone was in there shortly before buying up armfulls of cables. Not even HDMI cables are safe from the hoarders.

edit: Almost forgot! Thank you very much to the poster who mentioned the warehouse, definitely made out cheaper than Monoprice. $33.83 for 6 cables, can't beat that!

[hyperpork]

Parents went to the Philips warehouse yesterday afternoon and snagged three 6' cables and 3 12' cables (3 for them, 3 for me!) Apparently someone was in there shortly before buying up armfulls of cables. Not even HDMI cables are safe from the hoarders.

edit: Almost forgot! Thank you very much to the poster who mentioned the warehouse, definitely made out cheaper than Monoprice. $33.83 for 6 cables, can't beat that!

You are welcome. Philips store so far is the cheapest place for HDMI cable I had found.


As said before, I still want to see who actually comes into the store to buy one of these. I mean does Futureshop really believe they can sell it? Do they have any customers for that price range?
Monster 400 HDMI 75m Super-High Performance Audio Video Cable (HDMI400-75 NF)
Our price: $599.99
Online Availability:
In Stock: Usually ships next business day.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...06&catid=25326


You have no idea how "smart" and "pushy" those sales in FS could be. I worked there for a few months before, lucky not a sales, just a repair techie, and I had witnessed many sales tricks there. One sales managed to sale a customer both Bell and Roger High-speed internet packages with her new purchase of a computer. The customer had no clue about internet hook up, so the sales took advantage and told her she would need both packages to get the maximum speed connection. So, after that instance, I have no doubt about those big-fat liars' abilities on selling overprice junks to clueless customers.

[game_fanatic]

You are welcome. Philips store so far is the cheapest place for HDMI cable I had found.



You have no idea how "smart" and "pushy" those sales in FS could be. I worked there for a few months before, lucky not a sales, just a repair techie, and I had witnessed many sales tricks there. One sales managed to sale a customer both Bell and Roger High-speed internet packages with her new purchase of a computer. The customer had no clue about internet hook up, so the sales took advantage and told her she would need both packages to get the maximum speed connection. So, after that instance, I have no doubt about those big-fat liars' abilities on selling overprice junks to clueless customers.

You got that right. I worked at a Future Shop a couple years ago, and the nonsense some of these guys would spit out to sell their wares was disgusting. Lying about laptop repairs, the benefits of higher-priced cables, and basically implanting in your head that you are buying a crappy product, so you need the warranty on it. I love technology, and I would love to work in technology, but never again at a Future Shop.

[BD006]

There is no difference betweena 1.2 and a 1.3 cable, other than the 1.3 cable has been "1.3 certified". 99% of the time a 1.2 cable will do 1.3 content just fine.

"With version 1.3, HDMI supports lossless compressed audio streams Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.[19]"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-Definition_Multimedia_Interface

:rolleyes:

[kooblu]

went to a zellers and snagged 2 12' long hdmi cables at $12.97 a piece. doesn't say what version on the box itself but looked closely at the cable and it says 1.3b written on it. chateau is the brand. will give it a shot and see how they perform.

[symbian]

I went to the Philips store yesterday and got 3 12' HDMI cables and other cables as well. No more 6' left.
I would say hot deal. Thanks for the info again.

[symbian]

I went to the Philips store yesterday and got 3 12' HDMI cables and other cables as well. No more 6' left.
I would say hot deal. Thanks for the info again.

[squonk]

Here are the new hours for the Philips Store (effective Jan 19th):

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Open ( 3pm - 7pm )
Friday Open ( 3pm - 7pm )
Saturday Open ( 9am - 1pm )
Sunday Closed

Just bought 6' HDMI - $4.99, 6' S-Video - $2.99, 50' Coax - $.99

[Woodrov]

Pretty good deal at NCIX:

http://www.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=16884&vpn=NG%2DHDMI%2DMM%2D6&manufacture=nGear%20Technologies%20Inc.&promoid=1030


$5.99 for 6 feet of NGear HDMI cable. Limited quantities.

[asingh70]

Here are the new hours for the Philips Store (effective Jan 19th):

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Open ( 3pm - 7pm )
Friday Open ( 3pm - 7pm )
Saturday Open ( 9am - 1pm )
Sunday Closed

Just bought 6' HDMI - $4.99, 6' S-Video - $2.99, 50' Coax - $.99

Where can i find Philips store in GTA

[Eduardo]

"With version 1.3, HDMI supports lossless compressed audio streams Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.[19]"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-Definition_Multimedia_Interface

:rolleyes:

What you quoted was the version differences of the HDMI standard. That does not mean that the manufacturing of a cable is any different. There "may" be no differences in tolerances involved for certification (of the cable), so unless there are different pins and additional wires, I "think" BRUNES statement is probably right.

Where the standard comes in to play is, does your TV/BluRay/<other device> with HDMI provide HDMI 1.2 or 1.3a features.

[fjanicki]

Oh, so Maxi is the same as RCSS, good to know, thanks !

[T-DOT]

Picked up the last 6ft from Zellers Burlington Mall @ 8.97. They still had about 5 12ft ones for 12.97

[lwswong]

Here are the new hours for the Philips Store (effective Jan 19th):

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Open ( 3pm - 7pm )
Friday Open ( 3pm - 7pm )
Saturday Open ( 9am - 1pm )
Sunday Closed

Just bought 6' HDMI - $4.99, 6' S-Video - $2.99, 50' Coax - $.99


Just bought a 6' and a 12'. the bin seemed to be out of 6' ones after the one i bought, but i'm guessing they may have more if you ask. i couldnt be bothered and just took a 12' instead.

thanks for the tip on phillips!

[squonk]

Where can i find Philips store in GTA

From an earlier post by hyperpork:

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

[hseeng]

Was there today.
Picked up 3 - 12 foot HDMI cables. $4.99 each. About 20 left

They opened in June last year.
Only open Thurs, Fri, Sat
Philips emp. get another %10 off

[frankbink5]

where is the cheapest place to pick up audio cables for my tv to cable box

[hitchahike]

Picked up some HDMI cables (HDMI to HDMI and HDMI to DVI) for $3 each (they are marked down from $40 something) in Blockbuster Video. The store was in Victoria Park and Eglinton.

[ES_Revenge]

Looks like the rein of ridiculously-overpriced HDMI cables is slowly coming to an end :D

It was only a matter of time really before even the most easily fooled/unknowledgeable people started to realise HDMI cables are just glorified USB cables, and refused to pay ludicrous amounts.

[RFD_Paul]

Just bought a 6' and a 12'. the bin seemed to be out of 6' ones after the one i bought, but i'm guessing they may have more if you ask. i couldnt be bothered and just took a 12' instead.

thanks for the tip on phillips!

I was told that they only have the sizes present on the floor. Thanks OP for good prices on a variety of cables.

[BIGTVGUY]

Hello fox this just insider from monster cable
monster just offer their dealers 300 & 400 searis for clearance price for 1/4 of reg cost

[evozero]

OTV Technologies in Saskatoon & Regina both have great prices on cables, way better than any other local shop. 6ft hdmi is $9.

[look30]

Hello fox this just insider from monster cable
monster just offer their dealers 300 & 400 searis for clearance price for 1/4 of reg cost

Tell them to call back when they offer 1/100 :)

[greenman456]

Picked up some HDMI cables (HDMI to HDMI and HDMI to DVI) for $3 each (they are marked down from $40 something) in Blockbuster Video. The store was in Victoria Park and Eglinton.

What length? 3', 6', 12'?

[hitchahike]

What length? 3', 6', 12'?

It's 8'. The brand name is purtek.

[gdvan]

I was 'warming up' in wal-mart dufferin mall cause our house had no power for 24 hours, and I saw a bunch of HDTV kits for $15. They include a 12 foot HDMI HDMI cable, a belkin power bar, and a screen cleaning rag/ liquid.

Not knowing of the philips store , this seemed like a good deal.

(I also picked up some 1gig usb flash sticks for $2.00 but I think they are gone).

Anyway, there were quite a few in a display near the electronics section. Since I had just purchased one of the zellers ones for my new philips dvd player, I no longer needed em.

By the way, is philips getting out of small electronics in Canada also or just the US?

[sungfra]

Thanks to the member who posts the Philips store deal. I manage to pick up a bunch of 6 ft HDMI cables for $5 each. Even cheaper than buying online. I did not buy any 12 ft since it is too long for me and it is not packaged (6 ft version is in Philips retail packaging)

[jjtsl]

Thanks to Hyperpork for the tip on Philips store, I picked up 1 each of 6' and 12' HDMI cables. While I was there, a number of women were there to buy HDMI cables but had no idea what they looked like, maybe they were asked by some RFD posters to get it for them :)

By the way, anybody tried the HDMI cables with a bluray player to a receiver capable of decoding lossless audio yet? I'm interested to know if they are really version 1.3 as the employees calim, coz the packaging and the cable itself makes no mention what version it is.

[maniacshopper]

By the way, anybody tried the HDMI cables with a bluray player to a receiver capable of decoding lossless audio yet? I'm interested to know if they are really version 1.3 as the employees calim, coz the packaging and the cable itself makes no mention what version it is.

I had a phillips hdmi cable that I bought from sam's when I got the 46" lcd tv SL model for 999, the seemed fine, no diff, i returned the cables cuz it wasn't worth the $30.

I'm happy with my 9.99 belkins from sig's.

[maebach]

Picked up a 12ft hdmi cable from burlington mall zellers yesterday for $12.97+tax. Pretty good deal imo, thanks OP

[gottagetta]

Thanks to the member who posts the Philips store deal. I manage to pick up a bunch of 6 ft HDMI cables for $5 each. Even cheaper than buying online. I did not buy any 12 ft since it is too long for me and it is not packaged (6 ft version is in Philips retail packaging)

Great deal. I was there this morning and picked up a HDMI cable and optical cable. Both for $5. They have a whole bunch of other cables too for cheap; component, s-video, audio, etc. Plus they sell other Philips products too; divx player for $25, TVs, monitors etc. Thanks OP for this posting.

[frankbink5]

thanks for the philips heads up

I need help with it though, I hook the dvi - hdmi cable up from my tv to motorola 6200 hd box and I get no sound through it. I know that dvi doesn't send sound so I picked up some red and white rca cables and am still getting no sound.

Can somebody help me out?

[JVM]

6ft HDMILABS HDMI cable from XS cargo in Burlington for $9.99.

[4flava]

Great deal. I was there this morning and picked up a HDMI cable and optical cable. Both for $5. They have a whole bunch of other cables too for cheap; component, s-video, audio, etc. Plus they sell other Philips products too; divx player for $25, TVs, monitors etc. Thanks OP for this posting.

I was there this morning too.

thanks op for the philips deal.

Oh, they also have the philips cfl merathon bulbs..... I picked up the daylight ones.

[xtr_trek]

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=017797&cid=CA.383.359

Monster cable 1m HDMI on sale again at CC, 19.99 reg 99.99. Yes I know monster cable isn't any better than no-name.... but some may still spend the extra $10 for the logo :)

[BD006]

Another thanks to Hyperpork.

Went yesterday morning to the Philips store and picked up 3 12ft HDMI cables (all out of 6ft). Also picked up a $13 surge protector while I was at it. Great deals on component and optical cables too, but I already have way too many of both.

[KrayZeeMofo]

so is there duties/tax on cables from monoprice if the total is over $40?

[Eduardo]

so is there duties/tax on cables from monoprice if the total is over $40?

In a previous thread, people were commenting on $20 being the magic number for custom's duties/taxes.

Monoprice filled out my paper work accurately, and printed my total (but it was only $19 US). So could be hit or miss if you get charged at customs or not.

Not sure where the product is made, may not have to pay duties.

[Sheem]

Hi all,
I'm new, but I have read that people are quite happy with monoprice for cables, etc.
Check out this site: www.onlybestrated.com
Great prices, and if you live in the GTA there is a pick-up location in Brampton/Malton border. (Avoid shipping costs)
I bought a wall-mount there (in a monoprice package) for $100, which would cost about 250-300 elsewhere. Also picked up HDMI and Toslink cables cheap, and a power surge thing.
Worth a look...I have it bookmarked!

[tet8suo]

Thanks to Hyperpork for the tip on Philips store, I picked up 2 12' HDMI cables at $5 each.
BTW, they only open Thur-Sat.

[coldpower27]

Went to the Philips Store today and found alot of stuff there, there are quite a few decent deals there and not just HDMI cables.... But picked up 4 HDMI cables for $5 each, so great deal. :D

[gouki]

Thanks to Hyperpork as well for posting about the Philips store. Went there tonight to pick up some hdmi cables and found some other nice deals. DVI > HDMI will be in tomorrow the guy said as i was looking for those and same with the 6 ft hdmi cables.

[k3v1n37]

Monster cables hooked up to a Bose sound system will ensure you're getting the best bang for your buck... :lol:

How can you even say that without using other HDMI cables. Just because something is expensive doesn't mean its the best.

[coldpower27]

How can you even say that without using other HDMI cables. Just because something is expensive doesn't mean its the best.

I am not sure if your being sarcastic but the guy your quoting definitely was..:razz:

[k3v1n37]

Heres the Phillips store's # if anyone wants info on the store or w.e.
905-201-4100

[waynecarrigan]

http://www.cbc.ca/marketplace/2008/02/20/packing_the_deal/

According CBC's "Marketplace" testing.

The most expensive model they found in-store was a Monster cable costing upwards of $250. They tested that against a generic one online for just $12, including shipping. There is no difference in quality.

[waynecarrigan]

From Monoprice, I bought 3 High Speed HDMI 1.3a Category 2 Certified Cable 28AWG - 6ft w/Ferrite Cores (Gold Plated Connectors) - BLACK for $4.36 US each.

I paid $8.00 US for shipping.

Ordered them on January 23 and got them February 2 (10 days / 6 business days). There was no addition customs of brokerage fees.

Total cost $21.08 US / $26.00 CDN or $8.67 CDN each.

[Gutty96]

Ya, I ordered 5 more from Monoprice the other day. I always like to keep half a dozen or so on hand, to help out friends and neighbors after they fall into the "monster" trap, haha

[BD006]

From Monoprice, I bought 3 High Speed HDMI 1.3a Category 2 Certified Cable 28AWG - 6ft w/Ferrite Cores (Gold Plated Connectors) - BLACK for $4.36 US each.

I paid $8.00 US for shipping.

Ordered them on January 23 and got them February 2 (10 days / 6 business days). There was no addition customs of brokerage fees.

Total cost $21.08 US / $26.00 CDN or $8.67 CDN each.

"Today's RETAIL HDMI cable finds..."

Yes, we all know about Monoprice.

[c5ho]

Thanks for the heads up on the Phillips store. Its about a 10minute drive for me so I wne thtere today and picked up 2 6ft cables and one 12ft. Cheers!

[paaji]

Dollar Max in Delta BC has these HDMI cables. This is by 72nd and 120 Street. 1.3a rated
3 ft for $7.00
6 ft for $9.00
Here is the pic

http://i40.tinypic.com/se801d.jpg
http://i39.tinypic.com/30nhfro.jpg

[lemailme]

sweet
will check local dollarmax

thx

[appleb]

Thanks for the heads up on the Phillips store. Its about a 10minute drive for me so I wne thtere today and picked up 2 6ft cables and one 12ft. Cheers!

Did they have a lot of 6ft cables left? The last time I went there they didn't have any in stock. :(

[MonsterSound]

I picked up a couple of the 6' cables at Zellers for $8.80ea. and they are fine. They had 3' and 12' as well right, beside the >$50 6' versions. :lol:
I usually use Monoprice but I needed them quickly.

[c5ho]

Did they have a lot of 6ft cables left? The last time I went there they didn't have any in stock. :(

They were all in a big box and it seemed like there were a bunch. There were definitely more of the 12ft ones though. The guy working there told me the black ones were the 1.2 and the clear silver ones were the 1.3a.

[larman2001]

Dollar Max in Delta BC has these HDMI cables. This is by 72nd and 120 Street. 1.3a rated
3 ft for $7.00
6 ft for $9.00
Here is the pic

http://i40.tinypic.com/se801d.jpg
http://i39.tinypic.com/30nhfro.jpg

Those are from the company I sell for.
We also sell the 12'. Retails vary from $12-$15 depending on the discount / dollar plus store.

[jackass_ca]

Princess Auto has a nice heavy duty looking 6 FT HDMI cable on sale now for $9.99... in their latest catalogue/flyer. Saw it in store, looks like nice build quality!
Made by RCA, on the back of the flyer.

[antiacid]

to both of you we all know monoprice and online shops are cheaper. This posting is to help those that need cables immediately and can't wait for shipping or don't want to wait for shipping.


Monoprice shipped cables in a day for me... If you can't wait 24hours, you ****ed up by not ordering right before you put your coat on to go and shop for tv/ps3/whatever required cables.

[PCDawg]

Monoprice shipped cables in a day for me... If you can't wait 24hours, you ****ed up by not ordering right before you put your coat on to go and shop for tv/ps3/whatever required cables.

People dont normally stock up on HDMI cables. Who knows when they will buy a new TV or HDMI compatible unit next.

They dont ship within 24 hours and arrive the next day. Unless you ship with Worldwide express which is $30+ for shipping alone which will kill the deal.

[Matrixvibe]

people dont normally stock up on hdmi cables. Who knows when they will buy a new tv or hdmi compatible unit next.

They dont ship within 24 hours and arrive the next day. Unless you ship with worldwide express which is $30+ for shipping alone which will kill the deal.

+1

[iaafm]

Found a 6ft no name brand at RCSS in Brampton for $6.99. I am using it now and works great.

[peterhefer1]

I don't know if it was already posted? but I was at West Edmonton Princess auto earlier this week and they had 6' RCA hdmi's for $9.99 in plastic oem bags.

[bitteralex]

People dont normally stock up on HDMI cables. Who knows when they will buy a new TV or HDMI compatible unit next.

They dont ship within 24 hours and arrive the next day. Unless you ship with Worldwide express which is $30+ for shipping alone which will kill the deal.

+1

I've bought from monoprice... it took ~2 weeks to get my cables..
also, I did goto princess auto in west edmonton and picked up the RCA 6ft HDMI cables and they work fine...

[frank.waldner]

Picked up the last no-name 6' HDMI at RCSS at Weston Rd. for $6.44 (reg $9.99). Clear reception, works great. Doesn't say if rating is HDMI 1.2 or 1.3 though.

[Ghetto_Child]

Monoprice shipped cables in a day for me... If you can't wait 24hours, you ****ed up by not ordering right before you put your coat on to go and shop for tv/ps3/whatever required cables.

I can go downtown and get a 12ft cable for $13 I'm sure monoprice can't send it to me that fast for that cheap. Also when my adaptor arrived I had found out that moment that I ordered the wrong thing online (got an adaptor instead of a cable) and it was that moment I found out I needed something way longer than 6ft for my needs. Right now NCIX has 15ft for $15 and shipping is free if I toss it on my existing order although that has nothing to do with retail.

You're still forgetting about emergencies though (cable breaks, someone lends you a device on short notice, you received a device as a gift, etc).

Also in my case not having a credit card I pay with paypal. Takes 8 business days for paypal to clear sending a payment then I have to wait transit time for the cable to arrive. WAY simpler to pick up a cheap cable in store and get to use it the same month lol. Still if I find I'm able to wait the 2-3wks before needing to use the cable I will order from monoprice.

[Ghetto_Child]

To all you monoprice promoters :lol: ok a 15ft HDMI cable at monoprice is $5+ and shipping is $5+ making it $11.66USD. NCIX has 15ft cables for $16CAD for the past 2 weeks now. So yeah I could save a few dollars (what like $3CAD :rolleyes: ) with monoprice but with NCIX I get a higher quality (or at least a nicer looking) cable and 50pts for leaving a review. If I find more items to order off monoprice then I'll get their cable but at the moment NCIX has my preference. Too bad there's no cheap 15ft on DealExtreme.

[loudsubz]

To all you monoprice promoters :lol: ok a 15ft HDMI cable at monoprice is $5+ and shipping is $5+ making it $11.66USD. NCIX has 15ft cables for $16CAD for the past 2 weeks now. So yeah I could save a few dollars (what like $3CAD :rolleyes: ) with monoprice but with NCIX I get a higher quality (or at least a nicer looking) cable and 50pts for leaving a review. If I find more items to order off monoprice then I'll get their cable but at the moment NCIX has my preference. Too bad there's no cheap 15ft on DealExtreme.

its more like $1.50 max after conversion. So really not worth it anymore.

I was looking at mounts and shipping alone killed the deal. Cheaper to buy one from Costco.

[seafish]

I was looking at mounts and shipping alone killed the deal. Cheaper to buy one from Costco.
There're same mounts for pretty same price at onlybestrated.ca and shipping is cheap. (you can even pick up for free if you live near GTA)

[ThirteenInchMags]

Store: Maxi et Cie (VSL)
Purchased an audiovox branded 6ft HDMI cable. $6.49
Plugged it into my player, works like a charm!

[brucered]

i like those purple ones too.

[redsfan]

I just bought a 2metre mini hdmi cable on ebay for 10.80 Canadian, including shipping. Not sure I would go elsewhere for these things...

[ciao]

As said before, I still want to see who actually comes into the store to buy one of these. I mean does Futureshop really believe they can sell it? Do they have any customers for that price range?
Monster 400 HDMI 75m Super-High Performance Audio Video Cable (HDMI400-75 NF)
Our price: $599.99
Online Availability:
In Stock: Usually ships next business day.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10089406&catid=25326
http://www.futureshop.ca/multimedia/products/large/10089406.jpg

perhaps one should position the TV closer to their AV equipment...

[ThirteenInchMags]

Trying to find a good deal for my uncle in Mississauga.
Anything around there?

[DerekD]

I just bought mine from justonecable.ca, works fine. Prices are reasonable (but nothing like the Philips store) shipping was only $2.

edit: found 10% off coupon code "FOSS" at bottom of open source page

[BRAISKI]

I have been waiting for Monoprice to have stock for 6' cables (different colours) :)

[punisher101]

Canada Computers sells some decent HDMI cable and other cables for a good price under the Canada Computers name if you need cables right away.

[Lobloco]

Hello Deal Seekers,

Sayal Electronics sell surplus HDMI cables at a reasonable price. 6' @ 11 to $15, for Certified HDMI 1.3b standard, which is good for 10gb Bandwidth.

They have many boxes full of different kinds, just make sure that you get the better ones that are 1.3b or 1.3a at the minimum certification.

Return policy is not the best, 7 days for unopened stock. Staff is NOT too helpful, they behave as if you they don't understand what you want. Check there website for store locations.

Regards :rolleyes:

[Candeeman]

Philips store sold out :mad:

[Myv]

For anyone who is living in GTA or in the York Region (just north of GTA). Philips Canada's head office has an employee store, which now is OPEN to public. They have many different kinds of A/V cable on sale there, and the best deal is on their HDMI cables.

24K gold plated HDMI cables, 6" or 12": $4.99
HDMI to DVI, 12": $4.99
Optical audio cable, 12": $4.99
Component cables, 12": $2.99

And a lot more. All Philips brand, those one used to sale for over $30 in Costco.

Their store hour is Mon-Fri: 3pm to 7pm, Sat: 9am to 1pm

They are located at the South-East corner of Hwy 404 and Major Mackenzie Drive.

Address:
281 Hillmount Road
Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3

I am not sure how long they will remain open to the public, they started that since a few weeks before Christmas and they were opened just to their employees before. Last Friday (Jan 9, 09) I went, they were still opened to the public and they still handing out flyer telling people they are opened to the public. Go help them cleaning up their warehouse.

BTW, I don't work there and I only found out they are having a good deal on HDMI cables. So I may not have enough knowledge to answer some of your questions.

+1000000000000000

Thank you so much :D I went today afternoon and picked up 2 HDMI 6 ft. cables that supports up to 1080p.

$4.99 ea, I bought two. So cheap :cheesygri

[shahn2]

And for any of you MONSTER cable fans out there, here's a REAL deal!

Best Buy Clearance Link (http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?sku_id=0926INGFS10070267&catid=23216&PCName=ClearanceHomeElectronics&logon=&langid=EN)

Monster Cable HDMI Cable (HDMI300-1M EU)
2 Remaining
30.95 "only"
:lol:

[badkaraoke]

Philips store sold out :mad:

They were sold out the two Saturday mornings I went. Call first.

[Brewmeanie]

You can always check the open box clearance bin in BB and FS @ their videogames/entertainment department. I found a 8ft ASD hdmi designed for PS3 hdmi cable for $10. inside that bin.

[Brush]

Did anyone find if there's still any 12" HDMI to DVI cables at the Phillips Warehouse in Markham?

[rnakra]

eforcity.com offers pretty decent pricing as they offer free shipping! check them out

[appleb]

On a related note, does anyone know where to find mini-HDMI cables for cheap in the Toronto area?

Yes I know about monoprice and that isn't local.

[canadathink]

few my frinds bought from them

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=724941

[Faying]

Just bought two 6" from philips warehouse yesterday. Don't see any 12" there but

there's still plenty of 6" around.

[Ghetto_Child]

Just bought two 6" from philips warehouse yesterday. Don't see any 12" there but

there's still plenty of 6" around.

" = inch
' = feet
12" = 12 inches
12' = 12 feet
I'm sure everyone knows what you mean but you should keep it in mind for notational accuracy. You wouldn't want to order a cable that shows 12" expecting a 12ft cable to arrive only to find it's 12 inches aka 1ft ;)


Does anyone know of any cheap 15ft cables in a local walk-in store. Keep in mind I'm in Montreal, QC.

[Gnome187]

here's the monster v800 cable that will be on sale for $29.99 during futureshop's 19-hour sale between may 23-24.

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10124854&catid=25326#

link still shows the regular price of $129.99 as of 2pm but probably will be updated before 5pm.

http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/4715/capturerfh.th.jpg (http://img13.imageshack.us/my.php?image=capturerfh.jpg)

Product Features
Monster Cable Ultra 800 HDMI to HDMI Cable
4FT of Cable
1080p Certified
V800 HDMI-4

Technical Details
Brand Name: Monster
Model: 113912
Hardware Platform: PC
cable_type: Video cable
Length: 4 feet
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty

[brunes]

here's the monster v800 cable that will be on sale for $29.99 during futureshop's 19-hour sale between may 23-24.

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10124854&catid=25326#

link still shows the regular price of $129.99 as of 2pm but probably will be updated before 5pm.

http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/4715/capturerfh.th.jpg (http://img13.imageshack.us/my.php?image=capturerfh.jpg)

Product Features
Monster Cable Ultra 800 HDMI to HDMI Cable
4FT of Cable
1080p Certified
V800 HDMI-4

Technical Details
Brand Name: Monster
Model: 113912
Hardware Platform: PC
cable_type: Video cable
Length: 4 feet
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty
Aren't the "finds" in this thread supposed to be good deals?

$30 for a 4 foot cable? WTF?

[Gnome187]

Aren't the "finds" in this thread supposed to be good deals?

$30 for a 4 foot cable? WTF?

while you might not consider it a deal, some people might find it useful. just trying to be helpful. that is all:)

[BRAISKI]

Aren't the "finds" in this thread supposed to be good deals?

$30 for a 4 foot cable? WTF?

I think its a deal since regular is $129 for a ****ing 4' HDMI cable! This is just highway robbery!

[thebunk]

Hey folks. I just bought my first HD set and need 4 HDMI cables, I am guessing at 6 feet in length for all (just to be safe). I need the HDMI that will pass through Audio/Video at 1080p. Can someone suggest what cables at monoprice.com to get?

Thanks.

[redbimmer]

FactoryDirect.ca has a "GoldX Plus Series" 12' HDMI cable for $7.88 w/ coupon in this weeks flyer. Brand new, limit 2 per customer.

There is also the Monster "deal" at FS going on :razz:

[cjb]

FactoryDirect.ca has a "GoldX Plus Series" 12' HDMI cable for $7.88 w/ coupon in this weeks flyer. Brand new, limit 2 per customer.

There is also the Monster "deal" at FS going on :razz:

Are you sure its a 12' cable for $7.88 limit 2?The online flyer states that it's $9.99 after $10 MIR and there's a limit of 1 per person.

[redbimmer]

Are you sure its a 12' cable for $7.88 limit 2?The online flyer states that it's $9.99 after $10 MIR and there's a limit of 1 per person.

Yes, positive. It's the physical flyer that came with today's paper, I didn't know the online version was different.

http://i43.tinypic.com/2hi1h79.jpg

[blackmoon69]

is philips warehouse still sells hdmi cable to the public.

[arkayel]

is philips warehouse still sells hdmi cable to the public.

I was there yesterday and they have a sign on the front saying that they do not sell hdmi cables anymore.

[Vinman]

I don't know if it is applicable here, but I saw that RCSS had restocked their PS3 HDMI/TOSLink cable bundles and picked up a couple for $4.88 + no tax yesterday.

Good deal for my purposes, since both my parents and in-laws need a TOSLink digital hookup for their HTIB units, and one also needs another HDMI cable. I was thinking about ordering the three cables from MonoPrice, but this deal is much better.

[Composter]

monoprice.com nuf said! spend any more than what they have to offer and your wasting your money regardless of what TV or A/V equipment you have under $5000

[I_live_with_my_Dad]

Stupid question time:

If I'm not sure I need a 3 ft or 6 ft, I'm better off just paying $1 more for the 6' then I can just wrap up the unused portions easily if I have leftover?

[arm2000]

I don't know if it is applicable here, but I saw that RCSS had restocked their PS3 HDMI/TOSLink cable bundles and picked up a couple for $4.88 + no tax yesterday.


Those PS3 HDMI cables are pretty bad. I have one and had many problems. Changed with one from Walmart and all problems gone

[Vinman]

Those PS3 HDMI cables are pretty bad. I have one and had many problems.

I've never had a problem with any of them, even at 1080p - though I do keep them on 720p/1080i sources just to make sure (they are only certified for 1080i), and use higher-quality cables for 1080p links.

The deal here is that you *also* get an optical TOSlink cable (which I needed - RCSS sells these for $14.99 a shot - overpriced I know...) along with the HDMI cable, and at the time of purchase, there was no tax at RCSS.

[Vinman]

If I'm not sure I need a 3 ft or 6 ft, I'm better off just paying $1 more for the 6' then I can just wrap up the unused portions easily if I have leftover?

Sure, but as 6' is overkill you might want to check out the 4' and 5' HDMI cables at Monoprice - I bought 6 (3 of each) and replaced the old 6' ones and now I have a lot more space in the back of my TVs.

[arm2000]

I've never had a problem with any of them, even at 1080p - though I do keep them on 720p/1080i sources just to make sure (they are only certified for 1080i), and use higher-quality cables for 1080p links.

The deal here is that you *also* get an optical TOSlink cable (which I needed - RCSS sells these for $14.99 a shot - overpriced I know...) along with the HDMI cable, and at the time of purchase, there was no tax at RCSS.
Maybe but if all you need is a working HDMI cable you better get something else. My HDMI cable have mechanical problems, the connector is loose and it keeps disconnecting.

[jackass_ca]

Factory Direct has a coupon currently: 2 3ft HDMI cables for $9.99. Not super hot, but the cheapy ones at MP, with shipping, come to about the same price. Picked up 2 yesterday in London, thickness is pretty nice... right length for me, to run to the autoswitch.
FD 2 HDMI cable coupon (http://www.factorydirect.ca/catalog/combo_spec.php?pcode=FC5435&id=340)
http://www.factorydirect.ca/images/specs/HD0003.jpg

[Stryker]

For those in or near the Mississauga area, I posted this (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?p=9091424#post9091424) in another thread there back in July.

"I went to Angel Electronics at 1515 Matheson Blvd. E. in Mississauga today and they had hdmi cable in 5 ft. and 6 ft. lengths, both for the same price at $4.99. Many thanks to User Name for mentioning this store back in May in the "HDMI 6ft Philips $4.99 - Markham ON" thread."

[Vinman]

Maybe but if all you need is a working HDMI cable you better get something else. My HDMI cable have mechanical problems, the connector is loose and it keeps disconnecting.

Sure, and one of my cables from Monoprice was dead-on-arrival, so you can get a lemon anywhere. Be very careful quoting overall reliability from a sample size of ONE.

[novi]

hi,
How much is shipping to Canada, and which company they're using. I had very bad experience with UPS recently, some other store shipped through regular UPS, and brokerage fee came almost 60% of my bill.
I swear, never again with UPS, of course if there is choice. Not sure which shipping company Monoprice is using.

[GeneralDisaray]

Not sure which shipping company Monoprice is using.

Any order with a total value of under $20 is not subject to UPS's anal brokerage and taxes.

Monoprice lets you select USPS anyways.

[novi]

Thanks for information,