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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 402 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the Forest 48 HDMI cable and its impact on picture quality. Users find the cable to be awesome, and report stellar performance with devices such as the PS5. While some find the cable to be expensive, they also consider it a worthwhile investment. The cable is also easy to install and compatible with multiple devices.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable, Performance, Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works perfectly

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    All audioquest stuff - excellent. Using for hw-q990d. If your thinking "a cable is a cable" your wrong! Worth every penny!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great improvement on the sound

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great cable improved the sound quality on the Sonos Ark at first, I was a skeptic because of my past experiences with rockfish & monster cables but wow!!! This is amazing cable expensive but that’s why I’m giving value 3 stars Some might not notice a cleared sound other like myself noticed it from first hearing it from using the Sonos cable then swapped this into the Ark and the Enhanced Hdmi port.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought it to replace my 8K Rocketfish HDMI cable. There was almost no difference (not significant) in my Mac Mini M4 Pro paired with an LG UltraGear gaming monitor … bummer! There was no noticeable difference (not at all) in my Apple TV … bummer! Then, I replaced the cable in my Xbox X console, and the difference was dramatic. See attached pictures. The AudioQuest cable showed brighter and improved HDR quality. As a matter of fact the game experience seemed different. I am planning to buy another one for my PS5.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AudioQuest: Worth the Cost!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Audio Quest truly improves on the sound quality passing through my receiver. Picture quality, in my opinion, is comparable to other high quality cables. To me, worth the high price tag these cables warrant! Makes my PS5 gaming sound and look fantastic!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A must for Apple TV 4K users

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    You pay for quality. I had a rocketfish and DUDE is it an improvement! I learned with this that you must pay up to get the best if your OLED tvs and such.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elevate your video game

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great from the PlayStation to the AVR. Picture is now nice and crisp. Audio is also exceptional.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A+

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great quality! Huge difference in picture an sound from Samsung 900a bar to 77 c2 oled

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TV HDMI Cable

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    we opted for this cable and everything operated perfectly. Well worth the investment

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great HDMI

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great very clear watching TV highly recommend!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very clear audio

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These HDMI cables really do increase the quality of the audio! I was skeptical, but did have any experience of a demo at Magnolia, Springfield Best Buy. They switched the HDMI cables and it was pretty obvious. I have hooked them up to my home system and they do allow for very accurate and clear sound. I was quite surprised and pleased!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Waste of money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Didn’t make a difference as it was suggested it would

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    High-Performance Cable That Lives Up to the Name

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The AudioQuest Forest 48 HDMI Cable is exactly what you want for a premium home theater or gaming setup. Everything from build quality to performance feels thoughtfully engineered and noticeably better than the generic cables that came in the box with my devices. Why it’s worth it: Crystal-Clear Picture & Audio: With full support for 4K, 8K, and even 10K signals at 48 Gbps, this cable future-proofs your system for any high-res content you’re streaming, gaming, or watching on disc. Reliable, Stable Connection: No signal dropouts, flicker, or artifacting — just smooth, dependable performance every time. Perfect for high-bandwidth HDR content, Dolby Vision, and next-gen console gaming. In-Wall Rated: Having an in-wall rated cable gives peace of mind for clean, safe installations behind the wall or in an entertainment center — ideal for a permanent, professional look. Durable, Premium Build: The Forest series feels solid and well-constructed, and the 2.5-foot length is just right for most A/V racks or wall-mounted TVs. Overall, this HDMI cable delivers exactly what it promises: high bandwidth, great compatibility, and dependable performance without the hassles. If you want to ensure your gear is getting the best possible signal — especially with high-end video and audio formats — this is a top-tier choice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance, Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Huge Upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    HDMI has always been just a standard thing for me but upgrading to these cables had made a huge difference to my gaming experience. I was hesitant at first but this really allowed me to get the most from my PS5 to Samsung Q80 TV. Would highly recommend to any gamer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    They must have for any professional equipment

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So I have some other high-end HDMI cables that was running on my professional camera gear, and I unplug those cables and put the cables in and the minute I plugged it in I noticed a significant difference in quality and the sound quality image quality the second I plugged it in I’m almost eager to purchase another set just to have it as a back up. This is incredible. Great great quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Q90T/PS5 upgraded cables

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Recently upgraded all of my home TV HDMI cables. I just purchased a new Samsung Q90T and also scored a PS5 on launch day. Because of the new devices, I decided to upgrade my cables to support 4K and HDMI 2.1. For years I was running very old outdated HDMI cables that were supplied by whatever product came in the box. I didn't realize that not all HDMI cables are made to support all devices. I did tons of research and determined that AudioQuest provided great cables for a great cost. I would highly recommend upgrading your HDMI cables if you have or are thinking about purchasing any new gen audio/video equipment. Old devices can operate using old 1.4/2.0 HDMI cables but if you have new audio/video equipment (2016+) your devices will run at their optimum performance using 4K/8K/10K wiring. DONT use the manufactures supplied cables as they are very cheap quality and wont provide top performance. AudioQuest is a little pricey in comparison to other brands but they are one of the few that actually are 2.1 certified. Definitely recommend if you are in the market for any audio/video upgrades/purchases.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable, Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great but expensive

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I genuinely believe these are the best cables you can get on the market. They serve all functions and are backwards compatible. I would recommend these cables for someone that appreciates the finer things in life. Also worth mentioning the difference in picture is more noticeable from the top end TV’s in my opinion. I also recommend these for anyone with a decent surround sound set up as the silver conductors make a considerable difference. That said, buy what you are comfortable spending. This is not something worth pinching your pocket book over.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Forest 48

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The cable performs flawlessly with 4K at 120Hz and supports advanced HDMI 2.1 features like VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), and eARC. Video output is stable with no signal dropouts, flickering, or handshake issues, even during fast-paced gaming or high-bitrate content.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable, Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good choice for an HDMI cable.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    after discussing which HDMI cable to buy with my sales associate.he recommended the AudioQuest Forest cable to me.it works the way he said it would.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Didn't think cables would make a difference

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Didn't think cables would make a difference. Who would've thought that one cable was better than another! This was excellent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Hdmi cable, Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A must have

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I spoke to magnolia tech at store . I asked why picture quality on store 4k tv's are so much better than what i get in my home ( 4k 70 series samsung 65") . He said if you are running a xfinity installed hdmi cable that is the problem. S o he showed me Audioquest Forest 48 hdmi cable . He said video quality will be from a volkswagon to upgrade to a Tesela !!!! If you do not like what you see when you plug it in simply return it. He said believe me you will be VERY HAPPY AND YOU WILL NOT RETURN IT . Well he was RIGHT . A year later now my tv is a TELSA ! I would tell you you will not regret buying this cable . As a matter of fact i am buying another when i an done with this review for my 4k blu-ray player. A MUST have for everyone that owns any brand any model 4k equipment .

    I would recommend this to a friend
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