GameLink 400 component video cable provides ultimate-performance connection of Sony Playstation 2 to TVs and receivers with component video inputs. 3-in-1 cable design makes it simple to hookup and looks good too. Nitrogen gas-injected dielectric insulator delivers maximum video signal strength for the clearest, sharpest picture possible. 24K gold contact and 8-cut turbine RCA connectors ensure optimal audio and video signal transfer.
| | Reviews | | If you don't have digital audio avoid this product |
| If you don't have digital audio capabilities avoid this product. Instead, purchase the "Monster Cable PGL400 CVAA-10 GameLink" instead [Product Number: B00006345I]. It is the exact same item (with the highest quality "Component Video") except that it has 5 cables instead of 3 (including 2 analog audio cables which will work with all TVs).
This product, however, only consists of 3 component video cables -no audio.
If you DO have digital audio capabilities AND want to buy a separate digital audio cable then that is fine -the color and clarity are wonderful. The cable is very durable and you really can't do better regarding the visual quality.
On the other hand, if you have a TV or Receiver that does NOT support digital audio, then this will be a problem --because the only other audio out on the PS-2 is digital audio.
I had not planned to use digital audio and I purchased these cables. When I tried to hook up the playstation I realized there was no audio connection. Luckily I have a brand new tv and it did support digital audio, but I had to go out and order one more cable to do so -and that cable can range from $20 to $60 depending on where it is purchased (potentially doubling the cost of your cable investment). My personal preference is just to buy a generic (i.e. non PS-2 branded) Monster digital audio cable which is pretty cheap and is of high quality -such as the "Monster Cable THX-Certified Fiber Optic Digital Interconnect Cable (4 Feet)" [product Number: B00006JKW5]. I purchased this cable and was very happy with it.
If you DO have digital audio, and you do NOT want to purchase a SEPARATE digital audio cable, you have one more option. You can purchase this third PS-2/Monster "Component" choice instead --the "Monster Cable PGL450CV/DV GameLink 450 Kit" [Product Number: B00006345E]. This kit includes both the component video item above with a PS-2 Monster branded digital audio cable. The downside here is that the audio cable adds a lot to the cost.
| | It makes a difference. TRUST me. |
| I don't know what these people are saying about this cable not making a difference on high-grade TV sets (e.g. Sony XBR or Vega). I've been using Sony's bog-standard AV cables for about a month on my 27" flat-screen Vega, and sure, the DVD playback and PS2 menu displays look sharp, but when I plugged in the MC S-Video cables, they looked _razor_ sharp. I mean it, the clock display itself looked that much better, much crisper, better color definition. And Toy Story 2, which looked great before, looks damn amazing now. Seriously, you have no excuse not to get a set of cables other than what Sony includes with _every_ Playstation, and these are probably the best value. I heard from Monster Cable customer service on Monday, they're supposed to be releasing their GL 450 (component+optical-audio) sometime this week (12/18-12/22), and the GL 400 (component+copper-stereo) in the second week in January. It's probably a toss-up whether you'd be able to tell much difference between S-video and component, so I'd suggest get this cable now, and leave your component inputs available for another peripheral. Do yourself a favor and get this cable - gold-plating and ample shielding _do_ make a difference, for both video and sound.
| | | Monster has consistantly delivered quality cables and doesn't disappoint with its entry PS2 s-video cable. I was using the Sony s-video cable for about a week before finally hunting one of the Gamelink 300 cables at a local Best Buy. In that interim I watched The Patriot and the colors had a red and yellow hue to them. With the Gamelink the picture is clear, crisp and the colors are vibrant (cannonball headshot anyone? :)). To get the most from your PS2 you really need a set of these cables in either s-video or component (if your TV supports them). For those who are unfamiliar with the heirarchy, it's A/V, S-video, component in ascending quality.
| | Good deal but get it only if you need it. |
| | To start, this is a reasonably priced 3.3M (10ft) toslink-to-toslink cable. Compared to other higher quality and longer length optical cables and you'll see the difference in price. I use this cable but not for my connection to my PS2 since my DVD player functions far better than the console itself. Now, if you do NOT run your Playstation2 into a receiver/home theater system, it's not a wise decision for you to buy this since it won't serve any purpose for you. (For example, if you don't use this unit to watch DVD movies or pump it through your receiver for 5.1 Dolby Digital/DTS sound. (5.1 Digital Sound has yet to be implemented in a PS2 title.)
| | If you own a PS2 and you have a TV that accepts S-Video, you owe it to yourself to BUY THIS CABLE! Trust me, the money is well worth it. This is by far the best S-Video cable for the PS2, and it doesn't deserve anything less. With this cable, you will see details in games and on DVD's that just plain are not clear at all with other cables. I HIGHLY recommend this product!
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