nosorrow wrote:I'm currently using a first model GameCube hooked to a Sony Wega CRT via composite. Since I use a tube TV, would I notice any difference with a component cable? (Anywhere other than ebay where you can get them?)
Also, is there any noticeable downside to using generic Wii component cables instead of Nintendo brand cables? Thanks to anyone who can answer.
You will notice a difference using component, it will eliminate the dot crawl artifacts of the composite cable and colors will look much richer / fuller-- that said, like CKRtech mentioned, if you are on an SD CRT the $120+ cables are a complete waste of cash-- an S Video cable can be bought for under $10 and will give you a picture that is much better than composite and
almost as good as component.
Where the component cables SHINE is when you have a 480p/1080i HD CRT or a Samsung PNxxF4500 720p plasma. If you want the absolute best picture from your GC, component cables and one of those types of sets are needed. If you dont have an HD or EDTV, your GC wont be able to use 480p resolution.
As far as the Wii cables, yes, there is a noticeable difference from many of the cheap cables to the official Nintendo or quality aftermarket (I like the Rocketfish ones) cables. The difference is usually visible noise/creeping lines/creeping artifacts, most visible on plasma or LCD HDTVs. Get a Rocketfish or get a Nintendo cable.