We’ve thoroughly enjoyed using the AI Vega on our 29 gallon coral aquarium for over a year but with the release of the Hydra 26, it was time to try something new. Having our AI Vega in white be replaced…
Gear
Hands on and first impression of the Kessil Spectral Controller
Kessil has a great track record in making beautiful aquarium lighting devices and their new Kessil Spectral Controller is no different, it even takes it a step further. The Kessil Controller is a fully fledged device that has a bright…
GHL 2 Doser pricing and details revealed
The GHL Doser 2 is easily the most exciting new dosing pump system to be introduced in years. Following our extensive coverage at InterZoo 2014, GHL has finally let loose a few details on pricing and availability on this groundbreaking new…
Aquatic Life Smart Buddie Booster Pump turns any RO/DI into a powered system
One of the smartest investments you can make in this hobby is in a good reverse osmosis system but the new Aquatic Life Smart Buddie Booster Pump is looking to take your current RO/DI system to the next level. What…
Comparing the Radion XR15w Pro and the Hydra 26 LED lights
Ecotech Marine and AquaIllumination have been on parallel paths in their development of marine aquarium products for some time and with their newfound synergy from the recent merger, they have simultaneously released comparable reef aquarium LED lights. The Hydra 26 and…
JBJ releasing new SK-45 protein skimmer
The new JBJ SK-45 protein skimmer is a nan0-sized skimmer designed for use in smaller aquariums up to 45 gallons. Considering JBJ also makes one of the more popular all-in-one systems, the SK-45 nano skimmer is ideal for use in…
Hydra 26 LED hands-on and comparison with larger Hydra 52
The Hydra 26 LED light from AquaIllumination was only just announced a little over a mont ago but its already starting to get distributed through to users and resellers. We got a nice sample Hydra 26 in a swanky white…
Skimz adds another DC pump to line up with new Skimz Zenvotec DC Pump
Skimz just added another DC pump to the line up with the new Skimz Zenvotec DC Pump. The new Skimz Zenvotec is a variable speed controllable DC pump delivering a high flow rate while keeping the power consumption on the…
hw-Marinemix salt comes to Bulk Reef Supply
hw-Marinemix, one of the industry’s oldest salt mix brands is now more readily available thanks to the team at Bulk Reef Supply that began carrying the German brand of synthetic salt mix. Although this company has been around since 1968…
Fritz Quick Change Liquid Salt Concentrate
Fritz has been making pre-dissolved salt for years under their “Pro” line and selling tons of the stuff. It’s popular with larger customers (fish stores, wholesalers, etc.) but we haven’t seen it in consumer friendly packaging. Quick Change is now…