Hello,
One of the problems with this question is lol opinion and what lights are amazing and ones to run away from. Two extremely Important factors exist. The first being your budget, regardless of what some say of you only have 500 well then that’s the figure. This hobby doesn’t have to be expensive, it just has to be fun. The second is, people can recommend lights forever, but you have to pick which one you like based on how it will make your tank look. It’s important to know that every light is going to look different based on the tank. All the corals will respond in different ways. What works great for some, may be a huge failure to others.
An example is, I use the current usa orbit marine pro 72 inches and my tank has done amazing. I would never switch them for any reason. Others have not had good luck with them. Some have amazing results with radions etc, I had horrible horrible luck with them. It also depends on what you find beautiful in your own mind. I highly suggest maybe visiting some lfs or aquariums and ask what they are running for lights if you like how it looks. Also keep in mind just because something looks amazing in their tank, may look like sage brush in yours under the same light. It
Could also be a total gem and gorgeous looking coral. There are so many variables it’s hard to pin point.
We can always say hey these lights rock, but will they rock for you. Well time will only tell and also depends on other factors.
I can say the current usa lights are really good and most people have great success with them. Yes there are some who have not, but this is the same story with every light out there. If you stay within your budget, and you get something that you like (that’s the most important) everyone here will do what it takes to make that light work for you. I wish you all the luck and we hope to see pics.
Sincerely
Sarah
I haven't purchased the tank yet but I'm most likely going to go with a breeder for more Aqua scaping room.
