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What happened to Monster HDMI cables?

Author

Matthew Perez

Updated on March 30, 2026

What happened to Monster HDMI cables?

Monster Cable appears to have died. If you go to their website you get a notice no one is home. With a little further investigation you find that link is from Shopify, an online store service unrelated to them*. The URL Monstercable.com doesn’t go anywhere yet it is still owned by the company.

Are Monster HDMI cables any good?

Monster made sure that their cables were fully rated for the full 18GBPS bandwidth required by the HDMI 2.0 standard. But they didn’t just meet the specification, they went well above it. With 27 Gbps of total throughput, you know that these cables will handle whatever you throw at it both today, and in the future.

Does thickness of HDMI cable matter?

A thicker AWG just ensures that the HDMI connection can be maintained a bit better over a given distance for 1080p, all other conditions being the same. The connection either works or it doesn’t. A smaller or thicker gauge wire does not affect video/audio quality.

Are Monster cables still good?

Monster cables and higher-end cables have been around for a few years. The marketing for these high end cables seem to indicate you’ll get better audio from your speakers by buying these pricey items. In fact, these very expensive cables don’t make a significant difference. In fact, high end cables can cause problems.

Can I just unplug my HDMI cable?

If you want to be safe which is recommended only unplug the HDMI cable after the power cable is disconnected and/or when the PS4 is turned off fully. Unplugging/plugging devices frequently (several times a day, for instance) shouldn’t damage the device anytime soon.

Why did Monster stop making beats?

Sources told Business Week that the split happened because of a disagreement over (what else?) money and credit, with each company believing it deserved more of both. Monster, for its part, is going to move ahead and attempt to (re)build a headphone empire based on the Monster brand. That’s the short term plan.

Are Monster HDMI cables certified?

Monster M-Series 3000 Certified Premium Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable – 2.1 8K 60Hz, 48Gbps – 3 Meters (9.8 Ft) – Walmart.com.

Are Upgraded HDMI cables worth it?

There’s no improvement to be had with more expensive cables. Keep in mind, for most people cheap HDMI cables are fine. If you’re having trouble, then maybe it’s worth considering an upgrade. But just because you’re buying new gear or because there’s a new HDMI standard that doesn’t necessarily mean you must upgrade.

Why are some HDMI cables thicker?

A 22 AWG HDMI cable is almost twice as thick as a 24 AWG. A copper wire’s thickness for a longer length HDMI cable helps reduce the resistance. Longer HDMI cables tend to be made from thicker copper wire.

Are Monster HDMI cables in wall rated?

Monster® is a leader in HDMI™ for Custom Installation. Monster CI™ cables for HDMI™ deliver true 1080p performance at some of the longest lengths on the market. They also feature extra-durable connectors, protective jackets, and CL-3 fire rating certification for safe, reliable in-wall installation.