http://www.audioholics.comWhere audio and video equipment undergoes rigorous objective and subjective tests by our staff, ensuring that marketing slogans aren't the only guidelines for your home theater choices.Wed, 01 May 2013 09:35:00 -0000http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/sanus-elm806-preYes, wall plates aren't the sexiest of HT products but the Sanus ELM806 in-wall cable management solution looks to be one of the most useful. With an integrated, in-wall power run, for $100 you can get power to your display with a minimum of hassle. Recessed wall plates, dual power outlets behind the display, and low-voltage pass-through makes the ELM806 a one stop solution for you new flat panel display. Wed, 01 May 2013 09:35:00 -0000/reviews/cables/sanus-elm806-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/aton-dla6-previewATON is a name that you may not be familiar with, but if you're in the market for a speaker selector, it's one you may want to learn. A subsidiary of Nortek Technology, ATON's siblings include more familiar names like Furman, Niles, Panamax, Speakercraft, and Sunfire. While ATON does offer a variety of equipment, including speakers, their core focus is on Audio/Video routing systems. The DLA6 being previewed here is ATON's most capable speaker selector, with the ability to deliver audio to as many as six zones. Now you can have smart usage of those two unused amplifier channels of your 7.1 A/V receiver. Imagine feeding audio into the whole home with ease without having to add more amplification. We like this solution a lot! Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:35:00 -0000/reviews/cables/aton-dla6-previewCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-gw3dhdkit-wireless-digital-videoIOGEAR released their new Wireless 3D Digital Kit. The kit comes with a 2-input transmitter and a small receiver that can mount underneath or even behind a flat screen TV. Both units require external power and, as of right now, the system is designed so that only one receiver can be connected to a transmitter. Sure, you can probably get another cable box, but is that going to be enough? Enough when you have a Blu-ray player, DVR, and maybe even a gaming system in your main room?Mon, 22 Oct 2012 02:20:00 -0000/reviews/cables/iogear-gw3dhdkit-wireless-digital-videoCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/dvdo-quick6-hdmi-matrix-switchDVDO's new Quick6 HDMI switch is a high-performance HDMI switcher that features InstaPrevue technology, which enables a live picture-in-picture preview of each connected HDMI device. The Quick6 HDMI switch includes six 300MHz HDMI inputs, MHL support, InstaPrevue, and InstaPort - and let's you use all that technology without having to replace an existing AV receiver. The product's dual HDMI outputs can also be used to drive two displays simultaneously - and independently with different sources (in Matrix mode). Custom installers will likely love the Quick6 HDMI switch as it seems to be an ideal product for new and existing home theater setups with multiple HDMI sources and displays.Sun, 09 Sep 2012 17:40:00 -0000/reviews/cables/dvdo-quick6-hdmi-matrix-switchCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-GHDSSW4-3d-complete-preThe only knock we can find against the IOGEAR 3D Complete+ 2D-to-3D Converter is that we can't know how well it will perform in the real world from the specs. We're certainly interested in seeing the 2D-to-3D conversion in action. We're impressed that IOGEAR included full upscaling for those that aren't as interested in 3D as in maximizing their 2D experience. If the 3D Complete+ tests well on our measurement suite, it could be the next go-to product for 2D and 3D lovers alike. Wed, 11 Jul 2012 03:05:00 -0000/reviews/cables/iogear-GHDSSW4-3d-complete-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-GW3DHDKIT-preThe GW3DHDKIT Wireless 3D Digital Kit from IOGEAR is really meant for a second display. Supporting full 1080p and 3D, it makes it very easy to send your high definition content from one room to another. While it could be used in a room to send to a main display (and would be fine as long as you aren't sending anything greater than 5.1 audio), we think it is best utilized to increase the number of places you can see the same content. Pair this with an RF universal remote, and you'll be able to seamlessly walk from one room to another with your content following you. Now all you have to worry about is finding your remote. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 23:20:00 -0000/reviews/cables/iogear-GW3DHDKIT-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/dvdo-air-wirelesshd-preAt $399, the DVDO AIR isn't the cheapest option out there, but it is surely in the lower half of the market. On top of that, it has size (we think, exact dimensions haven't been provided yet) going for it. With uncompressed 1080p and 3D plus 7.1 surround sound transmitting over 60GHz, the DVDO AIR looks to be a good, interference-free, solution for those that absolutely can't run a wire. The DVDO AIR is shipping now and looks to be a very competitive solution to your wireless HDMI needs. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:45:00 -0000/reviews/cables/dvdo-air-wirelesshd-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlantic-technology-wa-5030-preIs the WA-5030 worth $400? With a complete wireless solution including stereo 30 watt amps, we're guessing that a lot of people will say yes. But if you think you might need an additional WA-50 receiver (without the amps) sometime down the line, you are better off buying the WA-50 set with an additional WA-5030 receiver (with amps) for the same price. Either way, you are getting uncompressed, CD-quality audio streamed digitally up to 300 feet. That's pretty impressive. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:45:00 -0000/reviews/cables/atlantic-technology-wa-5030-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/cables-to-go-trulink-hdmi-active-optical-preThe Cables to Go TruLink High Speed HDMI Active Optical Cable has a USB breakout cable at the display end to power the "active" part of the cable. This allows for very clean installations with runs up to (eventually) 100 meters. With the optical cable's natural flexibility, interference resistance, and ability to perform at long runs, it seems to be a great solution for challenging installations. Supporting nearly all the latest HDMI features including 3D, 4K, and CEC, the only thing it is missing is Audio Return Channel and Ethernet support. But these are unlikely to be needed in any installation requiring a $200 10 meter cable or $300 20 meter cable. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/cables-to-go-trulink-hdmi-active-optical-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/netgears-home-theater-internet-connection-kitNetgear's Internet Adapter for Home Theater (XAVB5004) is a powerline solution much like the Belkin we reviewed last year except that it amps up the throughput to 500 Mbps and includes both a powerline 4-port router and a powerline AV500 "gigabit" adapter. The system is designed to deliver flawless HD video streaming and is capable of connecting up to four Internet-ready home theater devices, such as HDTVs, Blu-ray players, IPTVs, TV set-top boxes, media players or game consoles to the Internet - it's even 3D-capable. The kit includes one 1-port adapter to connect to the router and one 4-port adapter to connect to the TV and your various peripherals. The solution’s four ports are conveniently color coded for simple setup and the entire system is really plug-in ready from the minute you unbox it.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/netgears-home-theater-internet-connection-kitCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/transformative-engineering-hds-12-14-preIn the world of home theater equipment, baluns, splitters, and extenders are the vanilla ice cream cone that was dropped in the dirt that only the weird kid will pick up and eat. Sexy or no, the Transformative Engineering HDS-12 and HDS-14 HDMI splitters and signal conditioners look to become a staple in the tool box of the custom installer. Promising to clean up HDCP handshake issues over long HDMI runs while, at the same time, providing splitting duties, the only thing we're really waiting on is a price. If they are comparable to traditional splitters (or even in the ballpark), no sane custom installer would leave the house without one.Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/transformative-engineering-hds-12-14-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/velodyne-wiconnectIt seems like all the big A/V players are coming out with wireless subwoofer devices. Velodyne is no different with their new WiConnect System which is a high speed wireless receiver and transmitter kit that enables subwoofers of any size to wirelessly connect to an entertainment system. Designed by Velodyne engineers, the wireless Velodyne WiConnect System will deliver the full range of bass performance at up to 50 feet, giving users a wide range of set-up flexibility. There is NO excuse now for those pondering a multiple subwoofer system lacking the ability to run cable across the room. Now you can have your bass and enjoy it too! Fri, 16 Sep 2011 02:05:00 -0000/reviews/cables/velodyne-wiconnectCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/aperion-zona-home-audio-link-halWe spend a lot of time encouraging people to use multiple subwoofers, but rarely explain just how that might be made easier in homes where running wires is cumbersome or near-impossible due to the layout of the room. Aperion Audio seems to have recognized this and is providing a solution with the Zona Home Audio Link (HAL). Aperion is pitching this affordable $149 solution to those for whom running wires across a room is going to present a significant detriment to buying surrounds or a subwoofer. The Aperion HAL system works via a separate Send and Receive unit. The Send unit transmits high quality uncompressed audio up to 100 feet. Now this can be your surround channels, or just some music from your PC or any other audio source. This means you can stream music from your computer, your home theater, your MP3 player or any other audio source to almost any speaker system in your home!Thu, 15 Sep 2011 01:47:05 -0000/reviews/cables/aperion-zona-home-audio-link-halCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/accell-avgrip-pro-locking-hdmi-cableAccell is a cable and A/V switching company that bombards us with every new thing that the company puts out - and they put out a lot of products. This week, the company got our attention with a new type of HDMI cable designed to prevent the cables from falling out - a common issue with HDMI, particularly with heavier gauge cables. The new cable is called the AVGrip Pro Locking High Speed HDMI Cable. It's available in nearly any length imaginable - provided your imagination stops at 1 foot. While it's particularly suited for rack mount installations, the 1-foot limitation leaves us wanting more... more length options.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:57:20 -0000/reviews/cables/accell-avgrip-pro-locking-hdmi-cableCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/accell-ultracat-hdbaset-extendersWe're big fans of HDBaseT, having covered the technology in depth since its debut and cheering it on to take on a greater role in finally "networking" home theater components. Now, Accell has shown off a new and innovative Cat6e/6-based "UltraCat HD Extender" based on the HDBaseT standard. It provides HDMI over a single Cat5e/6 cable and does it for long runs of up to 328 feet (100 meters). In fact, it does more than just HDMI. The system transmits and receives uncompressed full HD digital video, uncompressed 7.1 audio, 100BaseT Ethernet, RS232C control signal and even infrared control signals over a single Cat5e/6 cable! That is nothing short of amazing. And it's not a minimum supporter of HD either, it can send and receive full 1080p, 4K and even 3D signals. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:40:20 -0000/reviews/cables/accell-ultracat-hdbaset-extendersCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/dymo-rhino-4200-label-printerAffordability and usability are, apparently, no longer mutually exclusive with respect to pro-quality label printers. Dymo Industrial has just introduced its newest Rhino 4200 labeling tool. This one s a compact, easy-to-use professional label printer that comes in at an almost unbelievable $79.99 price point. The Dymo Rhino 4200 is built purposefully for the professional electrician, custom installer, or tradesman who needs to prints labels up to 3/4" wide in a variety of materials and colors. It can even print directly onto heat-shrink tubing - which si very cool if you're looking to do two things at once or want top brand your own cables or installation job. We reviewed the Dymo Rhino Pro 5200 and 6000 label printers before and the 4200 also includes many of the same features, like one-touch “Hot Keys” that quickly create and format wire/cable wraps, flags, fixed-length labels and more. A "Favorites" key delivers single-key access to your most commonly used labels and you can even save settings for individual label formats to custom keys. Reproducibility is not a problem with the 4200. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:40:00 -0000/reviews/cables/dymo-rhino-4200-label-printerCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/soundcast-uat-1-2-subcast-preSoundcast has been in the business of wireless sound for a long time. The two big advancements in the UAT 1.2 is the inclusion of Internet Radio streaming and iDevice control. With apps taking the world by storm, it made sense to Soundcast to include a remote app for their UAT 1.2. The SubCast is, as you'd might expect, a system for getting sound from your receiver to your powered subwoofer. But it can also send a full range analogue or digital signal. That means that it is perfect for integration of wireless rear speakers. Given our experience with Soundcast in the past, we expect these solutions to work well. And in the end, that's what really matters.Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:05:00 -0000/reviews/cables/soundcast-uat-1-2-subcast-preCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/dymo-rhino-5200-6000-labelerRhino has long been the serious user's choice in label creation for quite some time now. I say this for several reasons. One, the company has an extensive line of products that are specifically targeted for the professional and "pro-sumer" markets, and two, the Rhino brand is backed by labels that will work in a variety of applications and environments. From simple nylon tape that is available in white and yellow, to flexibly vinyl tape that is available in many colors, to permanent polyester that can handle outdoor use and rough surfaces, Dymo has paid attention to the needs of custom A/V installers, electricians and journeymen everywhere. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 06:50:00 -0000/reviews/cables/dymo-rhino-5200-6000-labelerCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/intelix-coax-hdmi-extenderIf you need an HDMI extender, using existing cables rather than having to install dedicated Ethernet, optical, or HDMI cables makes a lot of sense. What is going to be the deciding factor in the success of the Intelix DIGI-HD-COAX extender is the price. If they can come in significantly under the competition they've got a real chance at rising to the top of the heap in a very specialized market. Plus the integrated built-in amplified signal splitting is something that will definitely have more than a few installers putting the DIGI-HD-COAX on their shortlist when they come across an installation that requires it. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:10:00 -0000/reviews/cables/intelix-coax-hdmi-extenderCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/plaster-networks-pln3-av200-flAre powerline network solutions new? Absolutely not. But Plaster Networks has a few things to offer. While their $30 a year monitoring and update system is a bit on the pricey side, we love how the system can integrate any HomePlug AV device and can support up to 64 devices on a single network. We also like how that there aren't dedicated transmitters and receivers so that you can pick and choose exactly what you need for your particular installation. The price, at $130, is very competitive as well. If you are looking at acquiring a network over powerline solution for your home, Plaster Networks should be high on your list. Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:05:00 -0000/reviews/cables/plaster-networks-pln3-av200-flCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-wireless-hdmi-gwav8141kFor a long time we've been big fans of anything that can circumvent the inherent difficulties of HDMI cables, and that includes providing wireless solutions that can remove the cable altogether between the source and the display. The trick, of course, is that the solution has to actually work. IOGEAR recently released its take on the wireless HDMI revolution with its Wireless HD Kit (GWAV8141K). This kit eliminates the need to drill holes to complete a job. It also takes you out of the attic, especially if you couple it with a handy PowerBridge Total Solutions Kit, which makes for easy installation of 120V power behind your flat panel television. The new IOGEAR wireless solution allows installers to customize any living space and offer the ability to wirelessly transmit any source, be it Blu-ray, DVD, DVR, laptop or other media streaming device, directly to your HDTV or projector.Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:28:57 -0000/reviews/cables/iogear-wireless-hdmi-gwav8141kCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/cables-to-go-truelink-wirelesshd-kit-first-lookThe Cables To Go TrueLink WirelessHD kit is plug and play with no setup or software required. It is HDMI 1.3 compatible and supports true 1080p video and 7.1 audio. There are power buttons on both the transmitter and the receiver so that if you decide to conserve power you can. There is an auto power function that automatically turns off the attached component when the transmitter is turned off. On each device there is a single HDMI connection. While we wish there would be more, it seems to be the standard with this first generation devices. In the box you get not only the receiver and transmitter but also a pair of 1.2 meter HDMI cables, a remote, and a wall bracket for the receiver. While $500 may give some sticker shock, it is actually pretty competitive in this market for this type of solution.Sun, 09 May 2010 22:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/cables-to-go-truelink-wirelesshd-kit-first-lookCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/btx-field-terminable-hdmi-cable-first-lookField-termination of HDMI cables has been a dream of custom installers for a while. BTX Technologies has finally figured it out. Supporting HDMI 1.4, 1080p, 12-bit color to 39 feet, and a reasonable price tag, BTX's crimp solution is not only convenient and first on the scene, but they aren't raking you over the coals for it. The only question we have? How well does it actually work?Thu, 01 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/btx-field-terminable-hdmi-cable-first-lookCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlona-hdair-wireless-hdmi-vgaWireless seems to be all the rage these days, and why not. HDMI is a pain, and for boardroom presentations to in-home viewing of computer-based streaming content, a wireless connection, like that from the Atlona AT-HDAiR system, is going to save you lots of hassle and make for a very convenient way to turn any television into a home media center.Sun, 21 Feb 2010 23:45:00 -0000/reviews/cables/atlona-hdair-wireless-hdmi-vgaCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/sanus-elements-elm803-in-wall-low-voltage-box-first-lookThe new Sanus Elements ELM803 In-Wall Low Voltage Box provides 56" cubic inches of space behind your new wall mounted flat panel. Of course, the box provides a triangular space in your wall that is a total of 2.5" deep so don't be confused by the cubic measurement - not all of that will be usable. Still, at $25 this is a solution that may be too convenient and too economical for even the most ardent of DIYers to pass up.Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:55:00 -0000/reviews/cables/sanus-elements-elm803-in-wall-low-voltage-box-first-lookCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/sanus-elements-hdmi-1.3b-pivoting-connectorThe new Sanus Elements ELM4 series 1.3b HDMI cables has a connector on every cable which swivels a full 180 degrees. This means that you cable not only will make a 90 degree turn without a problem, but can make lesser turns if necessary to allow access for other cables. The end of the connector is only an inch to the swivel hinge so you should have little problem getting that flat panel right up on the wall.Mon, 11 Jan 2010 07:45:00 -0000/reviews/cables/sanus-elements-hdmi-1.3b-pivoting-connectorCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/rocketfish-wirelesshd-adapter-first-lookRocketfish has released through Best Buy their new wireless HDMI solution called WirelessHD. The WirelessHD Adaptors consists of two boxes (a sending a receiving unit), two 4 foot HDMI cables, two mounting brackets, and two AC adapters all for $600. According to Rocketfish, the WirelessHD Adapters can send a single 1080p HDMI source wirelessly up to 32-7/8' and supports 120Hz refresh rate, Deep Color, and 7.1 audio (specified as Dolby TrueHD and DRT-HD which is probably supposed to be DTS-HD).Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:25:00 -0000/reviews/cables/rocketfish-wirelesshd-adapter-first-lookCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/sanus-elements-elm805-powerbridge-first-lookWhen I see all those lovely installs of flatscreens on HGTV or DIY Network usually two things come to mind - first, where are the speakers and second, how did they run the power. For those that want to install a flatpanel like a pro, the Sanus PowerBridge might be the product for you.Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:15:00 -0000/reviews/cables/sanus-elements-elm805-powerbridge-first-lookCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/panamax-furman-miw-xt-remote-powerIf you want a flat panel to "float" on a wall, you're going to need to run power to it without risking burning down the house. The MIW-XT is an all-in-one solution that might just fit your needs. With a dedicated power run and a space for a Decora-style insert, adaptor for keystone inserts, or a rubber grommet passthrough, the MIW-XT can accommodate your power and cabling needs.Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/panamax-furman-miw-xt-remote-powerCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/gefen-hdmi-1.3-cat-5-elr-extenderFor some technical or licensing reason, Gefen cannot apparently call this an HDMI 1.4 product, likely due to the fact that it wasn't certified as such when it headed into final production. They do, however call it an HDMI 1.3 product that is "Future-Proof" with support for HDMI 1.4, allowing Ethernet support and the return audio channel functionality. The HDMI v1.3 CAT-5 Extra Long Range (ELR) Extender allows installers, with just one CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable, to carry the 1080p full HD resolutions of HDMI with Ethernet and IR back channel up to 330 feet (100m) in distance.Sat, 12 Sep 2009 01:30:35 -0000/reviews/cables/gefen-hdmi-1.3-cat-5-elr-extenderCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-hdmi-control-centerListen up control freaks! IOGEAR has your number. As long as that number is no more than four, because that’s the number of ports on IOGEAR’s latest effort to bring unity to your HDMI based A/V system. It’s an interesting product already dropping out of the CEDIA 2009 Expo: IOGEAR HDMI Control Center, and it looks like the complete solution if you find yourself in need of a few HDMI ports. But be warned, it ain’t your father’s 4-port-HDMI switch.Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:35:00 -0000/reviews/cables/iogear-hdmi-control-centerCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/cat5e-component-video-digital-audio-extenderDistributed audio may not be the sexiest of AV topics, but when you need it, you really need it. Ram Electronics is now offering Audio Authority Component Video and Digital Audio extenders that can send signals up to 700 feet over Cat5e unpowered, or up to 1000 feet by providing power. When you start pricing preterminated cables, you'll quickly find that the SCP-11 baluns represent quite a value even for much shorter than their maximum distances.Mon, 10 Aug 2009 03:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/cat5e-component-video-digital-audio-extenderCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlona-technologies-hdair-usb-to-hdmi-wirelesslyThe Atlona Technologies HDAiR is a wireless USB to HDMI or VGA adapter designed to bring your computer content directly to your home theater without the hassle of wires. The HDAiR is capable of transmitting up to 720p resolutions 30 ft via a UWB signal. The downside? No audio.Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:55:00 -0000/reviews/cables/atlona-technologies-hdair-usb-to-hdmi-wirelesslyCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/monoprice-component-hdmi-converterWith changing technology, people often come up with problems that require very specialized solutions. If you need a product like the Monoprice Component & S/PDIF Digital Coax/Optical Toslink Audio to HDMI Converter, you really need it. While the unit isn't without its quirks, it does perform (mostly) as advertised. If you're tired of having to switch inputs on your display but don't want to upgrade your TV/receiver, the Component & S/PDIF Digital Coax/Optical Toslink Audio to HDMI Converter might be just what you're looking for.Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:20:00 -0000/reviews/cables/monoprice-component-hdmi-converterCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/gefentv-wireless-hdmi-extender-5-ghz-reviewGefenTV uses wireless 802.11n to do its thing and operates in the unlicensed 5GHz band to transmit HDTV. For sure the GefenTV isn't for everyone; if your HDTV isn't wall mounted or your A/V components aren't separated away from the display, there's little need to pay this price just to hide the cables. But if you're looking to cut loose without giving up on HD, it sure beats running cables under carpets or along baseboards, or poking holes in walls or ceilings. So while it might be called a "one-trick pony", it's fair to say that the GefenTV does a competent job of delivering high-definition video and multichannel audio through the airwaves. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/gefentv-wireless-hdmi-extender-5-ghz-reviewCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/monster-super-thin-hdmi-cablesMonster Cable has come out with what looks to be a truly innovative product. We've seen fat cables and flat cables, cables of all colors, finishes, and lengths. We've tested cables, we've reviewed cables, and we've talked about them to no end. But, for the first time, at least since VizionWire went belly-up, we're seeing a truly thin HDMI cable. At only 3.5mm in diameter (the size of the jack on your headphones), it really is significantly thinner than everything else out there. Monster says it is around 65% thinner than normal HDMI cables! Now that's thin!Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:20:00 -0000/reviews/cables/monster-super-thin-hdmi-cablesCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/ram-electronics-hs-speakerThe Ram Electronics HS series of cables is built on the tried but true Canare 4S11 cable. Since before working for Audioholics the Canare 4S11 cables have been my preferred choice for speaker cables. They may not be the best choice for tight spaces or in-wall runs but they look a lot better than the Belden alternative and generally have a lot of weight and heft to them. They just feel like quality. Ram Electronics is giving you access to these cables with top of the line termination options. While you can find some brands for cheaper, if you're looking for the best construction, looks, and components, the HS cables are for you.Thu, 28 May 2009 13:25:00 -0000/reviews/cables/ram-electronics-hs-speakerCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlona-tech-at-hd570The AT-HD570 HDMI Audio De-Embedder works with HDMI 1.3 and will strip the audio portion off while maintaining the video. You can output the audio either via TOSLink or analogue while sending the video to your display via the included HDMI output. The technology isn't without its limitations, however. Thu, 21 May 2009 05:30:00 -0000/reviews/cables/atlona-tech-at-hd570Cables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/kimber-kable-8prI am a big fan of the Kimber 8PR speaker cables. I fell in love with their banana terminations and the quality of materials used in this product. If you are on the market for high end exotic cables and your goal is transparency over glorified tone controls, then I highly recommend the Kimber 8PR speaker cables. It’s refreshing to find an exotic cable vendor that discloses all performance metrics of their products, doesn’t wrap them in snake oil and delivers a reference level performing product that scores high in pride of ownership. Wed, 20 May 2009 03:32:13 -0000/reviews/cables/kimber-kable-8prCables & SwitchersAV Reviewshttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/trulinkUSB has highly impacted our way of interacting with computer devices. With the modern wireless craze, it was only a matter of time before we’d be streaming our video without the need of obtrusive cables. The Cables to Go TruLink™ USB to VGA Adaptor kit provides a solution which can eliminate annoying computer cables. It relies on a wired USB to VGA adapter, factory-coupled to a wireless USB adapter. Can this be the answer for your wireless streaming needs? Read the review to find out. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:00:00 -0000/reviews/cables/trulinkCables & SwitchersAV Reviews