We just purchased a 46in Sony Bravia XBR2. Should we use HDMI monster cables or just regular cheap o

Because the signal is digital over HDMI, as long as the cable is properly constructed and uses reasonable quality materials it is less prone to problems than analog cables (e.g. component). HDMI cables are generally not a problem if kept under about 5 meters (16'). Don't buy the cheapest, but don't waste money on Monster Cables. They are good, but overpriced.

See 1st link for an overview.

Good cables are available over the internet. Try Blue Jean Cables (2nd link) or if you want to save money see the 3rd link. The last link is to a more expensive brand. All three are less expensive than Monster.

Personally I use inexpensive HDMI cables and they work just fine. The best recommendation I have found is to buy from a place that accepts returns if it doesn't work for you, buy the least expensive, and try before deciding to keep it (and certainly before hiding in a wall!).

Hope this helps. I bought my HOMI cable at radio shack for $50. But these were the cheapest ones. I have the same question, how much of a difference would it really make on the image quality? My cable is working fine and the image is grate. I have a Samsung 50'' plasma. If you've gotten a tv that great, don't bottleneck it and not use it to it's full potential by using the cheap cables. Get the HDMI ones... ONly thing is you'll need high definition digital or cable then... Actually, the better quality the cables,