[Dan JM]

Well, contruction has begun! Time to get the cable I need...but I was wondering where the best place to get it is (cheapest basically ). I will need at least 500' of coax cable (RG56?) to double run to each room in this basement / theater remodel for video distribution and satellite. I will also need bout 500+ feet of CAT5 for networking, IR, and telephone. Then I will also need about 35' of component, composite, audio, and maybe VGA cable. Where would you guys suggest getting this cable? Thanks in advance.

 

[robertmee]

Rg6 and Cat5e at Home Depot. VGA at pccables.com. Component at a2zcables.com

 

[Dan JM]

Great, thanks.


Do you think the premium grade cables will make a noticible difference from the standard grade ones? ( www.a2zcables.com )

 

[scottatl]

I was thinking of getting this one. Good brand and good price

http://www.accessories4less.com/advs...D&sPrice=15.00

 

[bpape]

Many consider Belden or Canare the way to go. Great performance and quality at a reasonable price. No. It is not going to be .15/ft but not 'premium' priced either. Look at the specs closely. Especially capacitance/ft and to a lesser extent, velocity of propogation. There IS a difference especially if using long runs. Definitely go with RG6. May also want to check out Gepco.


For Cat5, Home Depot is competitive for a brick and mortar purchase. Otherwise, check out Markertek or any of the other electronics houses online.

 

[robertmee]

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Originally posted by Dan JM Great, thanks. Do you think the premium grade cables will make a noticible difference from the standard grade ones? ( www.a2zcables.com )

I went with the premium grade Canare breakout cable. Others have used the lower one, but have complained that the RCA connectors are not snug and of good quality.