90 Cube suggestions

[scott11]

Starting to plan my 90 (36x24x24) and looking for suggestions. I am a long time reefer (20yrs), but have been out for about 3 years so a lot of the newer models are new to me. I have used Radion gen 2, AI SOL, AI Prime (1st gen), Kessil 160, MH and T5, so I know what each offers, but don't know how the new models compare.

Im not sure of the ultimate plan for the tank, but I will likely have a mixed reef of easy to medium level corals. I wont be growing SPS on the sandbed, but I dont want to be too limited to do anything else. I also think it will be a slow stocking, so I could start with less light and add on as needed.

Looking to stay with LED and want to stay away from budget brands. My first thoughts are HD26/HD32 or Kessil. So, which models, how many, etc? Is the AP700 worth looking at or is the 360 the only option? Is the HD32 that much better than the 26? Would 2 of either of those work for a 36"? Any others to consider?

I have an older apex and am looking at the AI powerheads, so I would like to keep control as consolidated as possible. I dont need remote access, but would rather not have several controllers mounted everywhere either. Do the kessils still work with the Apex? Can they be used entirely wireless?

Thanks for the thoughts...

 

[RCS82]

All of that would work. A couple hydras yup, a couple kessils yup. You can always add a 3rd of each, if the tank heads in the sps direction, or like everyone else just add the T5 hybrid fixture to them.
One thing that might work great on a 36"×24" "cube" footprint would be an Orphek Atlantic V4. That is my vote, a large panel LED. Never owned one but there is lots of info and feedback on the forums.