Lighting for 55 gallon?

[derrick.hiebert]

I just got a 55 gallon tank that I am trying to make a reef tank. I moved from a 20 gallon recently and wanted to grow more corals. I'm not really targeting a specific coral but more of them will be SPS and soft, but I wanted to have a good mix of everything, just to make it look nicest. I have a 55 gallon tank that is 48 inches long and 21 inches deep and wanted to know what lights I should get. I'd like to have one that can do ok with all types, but I mostly have the SPS and soft. Also would prefer something that doesn't break the bank. Any suggestions?
Thank you!

 

[GillMeister]

Look into the Noopsyche K7 Pro II. Cost vs performance, they're a great value. The control has no bells or whistles but it's simple to use.

 

[bobnicaragua]

Aquatic life hybrid with any leds you want. I like red sea LEDs, kessils, or the noopsyche mentioned above (for their shimmer).

You can start with just the aquatic life fixture and add LEDs later on when you add sps.

 

[Jekyl]

What type of budget and lighting type do you prefer?