Monster Standard¿ THX-Certified Fiber Optic Digital Interconnect Cable (8 ft) Reviews

• Monster Cable THX I100

  
  By A3709GTC1SSZTS on 2006-01-01
  What exactly is a fiber optic cable? It transports sound using a digital signal. In fiber optics, light is used to transport this digital data. The digital signal is made up of 1 and 0. 1 being light, 0 being no light.
  
  I recommend using the Monster Standard Cables and always will. I actually did try different cables unlike most people who talk about the cables all being the same.
  
  So how should I decide between buying a "high end" fiber optic cable and an ok one. Well, the fact that it is triple the cost of this cable kind of gets me. I purchased a top of the line, Monster Cable THX Ultra 1000, that was really expensive. The Ultra 1000 is more durable, and uses higher quality materials that transport the light more efficently. Yea it did sound slightly better. But if you plan on using it for a CD player or a cheaper surround sound system, you won't need the really expensive stuff. This does perfectly well. But even for me, I ended up returing the Ultra 1000. Why you ask? The quality didn't meet the price. Its not worth it unless you plan on building a top of the line home theater that you plan to use every day. For most people, this cable will be more than enough of an improvement that they'll notice the difference and be happy enough.
  
  You should keep in mind that when you use surround sound, that in order to actually achieve the full 5.1 surround sound that you should use digital fiber optic cables for all the sound inputs that you can use it for. (CD players and video cassettes don't have 5.1, most only have 2.0/1.0 respectively)
  
  Overall, I gave this Monster Standard cable a 5 because there is no 4.90.
  
  Notes for new users of these cables:
  
  - Make sure your DVD player or Cable/Satallite reciever has the fiber optic output, as a lot of the cheaper ones don't.
  
  - Pull off the plastic protective coverings on each end of the fiber optic cables. These are there to protect the cable during transit/storage.
  
  - Be careful not to bend the cables around too much or strtch them to meet the distance you want them to reach. Buy a longer one if you need to.
  
  - If the black coating on the cable gets striped a bit, consider buying a new cable, as the damage allows light to seep out, thus, distoring the quiality.
  
  © 2005 - David Chen - All Right's Reserved
  
  

• It really doesn't matter

  
  By on 2004-06-15
  The first reviewer is somewhat correct. Don't spend too much on digital interconnect cables....the digital format is used so quality will not depend on the transfer medium, that's the whole purpose of digital. I'm an electrical engineer, PCM audio for all intents and purposes is a pretty slow bitstream, you could use pretty cheap cable and not notice a difference. Just my humble opinion.
  
  

• the "grip" behind the connector is too fat

  
  By AH15JOBZCSNTR on 2004-12-28
  You can't plug two of these in side-by-side, the plastic surrounding the business ends are too fat.
  
  

• Do the research yourself

  
  By A3I1UH32SBUGGP on 2004-07-07
  Don't listen to any of us.You already have an internet connection because you are here. Go to a browser and ask the question you asked here. You will find that any review that is NOT a store will tell you that ALL speaker wire is the same. They just look cool. If that's what you need, then buy it. Otherwise, stay away from monster. It's just like bose speakers. BUZZ word, that's all. These companies can't make any money selling you a 10 dollar cable.
  
  

• I can't see how it would make a difference

  
  By on 2004-02-22
  Why spend more for a top-quality optical cable with a brand name like Monster? In the digital realm, the bits are either getting to your amplifier, or they're not. It's hard to imagine how one optical interconnect could be better than another. Better cables matter when you are connecting speakers, but I can't see how they would matter here. So, buy something cheaper. Or, write another review, if you can explain to us consumers why this might be better.
  
  
• Dont listen to this guy
  By A6H9UL6KKE35U on 2004-05-15
  This guy doesnt know what hes talking about. When it comes to digital audio, even optical audio, the brand/quality WILL make a difference. Go do your research and you'll find Monster is the best brand for audio/video interconnects. Anywhere around 20 dollars for an optical cable is an excellent deal (especially for 8 feet), let alone for a high quality brand such as Monster.

  He even states, "It's hard to imagine how one optical interconnect could be better than another." Obviously, this man has no idea what he's talking about. When you're uneducated and havn't done research, you should not write a review that will influence other people's decisions.
  
  

• Electronics Tecnician
  By A2NS5JOBE1KO4W on 2004-06-26
  Ultimatly where it makes a difference is in the connector and the quality of the fiber. Since the signal doesn't have to travel a great distance, the quality of the fiber doesn't really matter all that much unless it's so bad that it actually attenuates the signal. But that's really bad!
  Second, the connector is the most important part of the cable. Since that is where the end of the fiber is and where the lite must leave the fiber, it has to be either clieved very well or highly polished so the signal is not refracted.
  All of this attention to detail adds to production so ultimatley, you get what you pay for. Paying $20.00 for a Monster cable is very reasonable. If you were to buy a professional cable you would pay close to $100.00, you don't see those cables on amazon.
  
  
• Awesome cable, inexpensive price
  By A1FU38RK56ZI8G on 2005-07-28
  Very good cable for the price. I would recommend this to anyone. I have it going from my PC sound to my dvd system and it rocks!
  
  
• Great Buy!
  By A3489WFIU6J315 on 2006-03-15
  The best brand name in home audio/visual cable accessories. This was the best price I found this quality.
  
  
• High audio quality
  By A17462ZRMUBOBL on 2007-03-09
  This Fiber Optic cable allow me to keep high audio fidelity in my studio. I recommend it!!!
  
  

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