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Cerebra Custom Stand Build Part 2

Cerebra Custom Stand Build Part 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsYxT3vNy3Y

Now that the project has been completed, we will be installing this in our showroom and positioning this next to the main frag tank.  As seen in the video, the controller is tilted at an angle on top of the stand while the multi-bar is housed and protected neatly inside.…

Cerebra Custom Stand Build Part 1

Cerebra Custom Stand Build Part 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5cogazr3kQ

The Vertex Cerebra controller is not the easiest aquarium controller to mount when trying to showcase it in a retail environment and we needed a way to call attention to the controller.  …

A Closer Look at the New VarioS-8 DC Pump

A Closer Look at the New VarioS-8 DC Pump

varioS-8 DC pump
Back in September of 2016, we stopped by CoralVue’s booth at MACNA to talk with our good friend and part time comedian Ricardo Laso.  At their booth, CoralVue had a slew of new aquarium products on display from IceCap, Giesemann, RLSS, and Reef Octopus.…

ZETLIGHT 96w UFO LED

ZETLIGHT 96w UFO LED

ZETLIGHT 96w UFO LED

Upon unboxing the ZETLIGHT 96w UFO LED, I was quite impressed by the fit and finish of the light. We utilize a lot of multi-chip LEDs in the store and due to past experiences, I didn’t have soaring expectations for the UFO light, but was surprised by a few key features and accessories.…

CoralVue to Distribute KH Guardian Pro

CoralVue to Distribute KH Guardian Pro

KH guardian pro

There was much buzz at MACNA this past September when the Guardian Pro prototype was demonstrated at the show.  Developed by Dr. Bridge, the KH Guardian (KHG) could become commonplace in higher end reef aquariums everywhere.…

A Look at the New Tunze Stream 3 6150 Pump

A Look at the New Tunze Stream 3 6150 Pump

The Stream 3 6150 is unlike any aquarium pump before.  It is the result of nearly 2 years of Research & Development and borrows technology from the most sophisticated motors used in medicine and in the rovers sent to other planets.  …