New tank on order now for lights.

[SGD]

I am getting a Marineland DD150 and am wondering what my best options are for lights. The tank is 36x 36 by 28 high. I would like to have the option to raise anything but will be starting with softies. I have heard pros and cons to led and fluorescent so I don't know which way to go. I do want something that will really make the colors of the residents to pop. Please help if you can with moving forward.

Thanks

 

[MarineDepot]

I am getting a Marineland DD150 and am wondering what my best options are for lights. The tank is 36x 36 by 28 high. I would like to have the option to raise anything but will be starting with softies. I have heard pros and cons to led and fluorescent so I don't know which way to go. I do want something that will really make the colors of the residents to pop. Please help if you can with moving forward.

Thanks

Congratulations on the new aquarium!

Cube aquariums larger than 24" x 24" are actually very tricky to light. Often more expensive to illuminate than a traditional rectangular aquarium.

There are numerous options depending on your budget and what you are looking to do. The most-economical option is a T5 lighting System. You can start with a 4-bulb lighting system and possibly add a second 4-bulb system later down the road.

If you are handy, you can also start with a 4-bulb T5 fixture then add a couple of LED strips down the road for extra intensity and a 'pop' in color.

LEDs' are also an option. Two of the MaxSpect Razors would be what we ourselves would go with.

Feel free to give us a call at 800-566-3474 and we will be happy to get more information from you and help to offer more options.