Need Advice on lighting!

[Carl Cardarelli]

I have a 12 foot saltwater fish only tank when I set it up I was talked into Mars lights 3 of them. One light is on the blink and I would like to change the lighting system but have no Idea on how many and what kind to use. If anyone can give me a set-up on lights for my tank I would greatly appreciate it. I attached a photo to give you an Idea of what it looks like now. Thanks Carl

 

[brmreefer]

I am going to assume the goal is a nice SPS tank, but getting there should be approached slowly by starting off with easier corals. I have personal experience with Orpheks and AI Hydra 52. I like both lights and grow sps with no issues.

The orpheks (x2) are the compact versions and cover my 4 ft tank with ease.

Others will eventually chime in with their experiences with other brands of lights, so see what they respond with and do some research before taking the plunge.

There are some good options out there.