Great job as always thank you for doing such an in-depth video on that particular light it's been a great help to me thanks again and looking forward to more videos!!!!!
Another great video BRS! What used to take hours upon hours of reading, sifting and figuring out who you could trust now takes 30 minutes with an easy to follow video. I used Radions back in the day and they just weren't for me. To be fair, that goes for about 6 other LED fixtures as well. Every LED fixture I have tested, used and/or reviewed had the same flaws and the G4 still has them. That disco ball effect and separation of colors drives me insane. Once I see it in a tank, I can never not see it again. I really hope Ecotech has a diffuser of some kind in the works. Philips has proven just how well that concept works.
You guys should put out a video on the Ecotech MP pumps that documents all the different modes, sync vs anti sync and all the features they provide. UA-cam is lacking for quality Vortech videos.
We do not supply these fixtures, so it would be hard to recommend the set up for this. I would contact the manufacturer for assistance in setting this up for the best results!
You guys are the best !!!!!!! Thanks I'm learning so much from you all. I would hope you might do the same review with the AI 26 HD but wow thanks again for all this great information.
Great series, I love how you have approached each light that you have done with the same goals. I am currently looking at a lighting solution for my mixed reef tank and this has been a great review of what's out there. Would love to see the Kessil AP700 done with this review as i think it is a much more fair comparison to the Echo Tech but i guess the 4 awe360 would be close too when compared to 2 Radions
you guys should really look into Nanobox reef lights, they are amazing and offer the same level if not better control. They are made by one guy who has grown into an amazing business with honest feedback and direct customer service. I'm surprised they don't get mentioned more often.
Great video as always! My major concern with the G4 pros is the 'disco ball' effect which I find off putting (just as you commented!). If they had only fixed this with the new model it would be an easy decision for me. Have you had much experience with the GHL mitras lights as for most accounts I can find it is very limited with this fixture? I know you have limited time and budget but it would be great to get your insight and evaluation of this fixture. Much appreciated!
can u guys give me the setting option for lunar, i never even knew there were cable of lunar, i'm using apex so i would need the setting to manually set them. you guys rock
Good stuff! I would like to see the same in-depth video done for the AI Hydra HD series too. However, just seeing the available templates, etc for the Radions makes me want to swap out my AI Hydra 26HD for the XR30w. Maybe I'll win one! Question - If you already have an Apex and went with Radions, do you need Reeflink to access the various templates and night settings or are these exposed in the Apex?
Omg I'm in love I'm just staring my build of a 300 gallon aquarium an this would be amazing to have added to my project hopefully I'm lucky enough to win.....WOW!!!
I have the XR15 G4 95 watt. To calculate an approximate PAR for the XR15 G4, can I simply reduce the PARs in this video for the XR30 G4 Pro 190 Watt by 50% (using 100% intensity, light mounted at 9 inches above water, and using the 6, 12, and 18 inch depth points ) since the XR15 is a 95 watt fixture which is half the power?
It seems having all the blues at 100 is also too high. The ATI aquablue seems to be too white also. How long would i need to acclimate corals and whats the difference between the pro and the XR30?
great video as always, you should make a review with some chinese black box light to see the advantages of use a commercial brand lamp like radion or kessil.
What about a light test over 1 year with the top of the line lights 1 radio gen fix. 1 bulb metal halide fix. and a t-5 fix. Side by side all same filter(sump etc.) only different tanks. Has this happen yet? Would be interesting
After seeing all the light defusing lenses, wouldn't it be better to use a light defusing aquarium top cover? Diffuse light, stop evaporation and keep livestock In? I would think this a practical solution.
My experience with tank covers is the ability to cut out the back edge, with an aquarium fan for ventilation that could even be ducted and filtered with outside air, or maybe even a cheap air pump or aquaculture Blower. Keep in mind I never mentioned introducing air directly into the water.
As for mounting lights high and bleed over, I'd consider reflecting tape covering the inside of a wood canopy, should also protect the wood from moisture. And reduce shadowing. I've also thought of mirror tent on the back of an aquarium for reflecting light, eliminating shadowing in the back of the tank, and viewing problems you may not see from the front of the tank. I have more input where this came from.
Hey gang another great episode! Would you guys please consider opening up the contests to Canadian viewers...? If you do we promise to send Tim Hortons Doughnuts and Coffees....! Legit
Bro how to get free led stuff to your channel. Im only using par38 . Do ypu have free led or 2nd hand led light bro. Im from philippines. Thanks. Godbless and make more videos for reefers.
BulkReefSupplyCom true. I guess it's all relative to the playground you play in. Just seems like some other options would provide the same kind of offerings at less money. I don't see how this is the best $3,200 lighting option but I am far far far from an expert. Thanks for showing it off tho as I would never have the ability to afford this kind of setup it offers me insight on a subject that I couldn't get otherwise.
Yeah, I bought a used gen 3 Radion on Ebay for literally half the cost. It works great! I am in the same boat and couldn't spend full price. No regrets on Radion.
Great light when it works. In Australia when you have problems, it's almost impossible to get it fixed properly because the distributor here tries to save a couple dollars by doing the repairs himself so it never gets done properly. I had to send my lights back and forth 3 times and wait 6 weeks whilst he was on holidays. It's ashame ecotech doesn't supply and service their products properly in Australia rather than a dry goods wholesaler who knows nothing about electronic goods. Until ecotech changes this model, I and and many others won't be buying anything ecotech.
good video but you call that software the best and really I believe AI does a better job and doesn't require a reef link. maybe a Hydra HD vs Radeon video?
To be honest it's not worth it for that price to look at somebody who is looking for that demographic to spend that kind of money they are going to pay professional and never touch the actual infrastructure of the lights and have that go through monthly services so in turn this video is actually not very informative
Someone needs to send me one of these lol I've been using the stock LEDs on my tank for so long cause the good lights here cost 1600 bucks lol. The cheaper ones are 300 bucks but made in China and are brand less so I don't trust em
I was really waiting for this video to come out. I have G3 Pros but this will still give me some insight thank you very much guys for this video!!
Great job as always thank you for doing such an in-depth video on that particular light it's been a great help to me thanks again and looking forward to more videos!!!!!
As always, thanks for the informative vids BRS
I've wanted a set of these since the day they were announced. Wow, what a contest
Made my day when I work up this morning with an email from Charlie tell me I have won one of these amazing light. Thank you so much BRS amazing job!
Another great video BRS! What used to take hours upon hours of reading, sifting and figuring out who you could trust now takes 30 minutes with an easy to follow video.
I used Radions back in the day and they just weren't for me. To be fair, that goes for about 6 other LED fixtures as well. Every LED fixture I have tested, used and/or reviewed had the same flaws and the G4 still has them. That disco ball effect and separation of colors drives me insane. Once I see it in a tank, I can never not see it again. I really hope Ecotech has a diffuser of some kind in the works. Philips has proven just how well that concept works.
You guys should put out a video on the Ecotech MP pumps that documents all the different modes, sync vs anti sync and all the features they provide. UA-cam is lacking for quality Vortech videos.
BulkReefSupplyCom That's 4 words... ;)
Great video as usual, very indepth and I definitely have more knowledge now thanks to you.
The king of reef LED's! Love my AI's though. Thanks for sharing!
Can u do a video how to proper set up an current usa loop spectrum?
We do not supply these fixtures, so it would be hard to recommend the set up for this. I would contact the manufacturer for assistance in setting this up for the best results!
@@BRStv THANKS
Honestly, I'm going to have to watch this a few times just to digest all the information!
Can you do one for the Xr15?
Absolutely great info brother!
You guys are the best !!!!!!! Thanks I'm learning so much from you all. I would hope you might do the same review with the AI 26 HD but wow thanks again for all this great information.
Awesome in depth video and very well organized. Great job! Hopefully the hydra fiftytwo hd is next.
Those lights are just awesome... gotta love radions
Great video
Great series, I love how you have approached each light that you have done with the same goals. I am currently looking at a lighting solution for my mixed reef tank and this has been a great review of what's out there. Would love to see the Kessil AP700 done with this review as i think it is a much more fair comparison to the Echo Tech but i guess the 4 awe360 would be close too when compared to 2 Radions
you guys should really look into Nanobox reef lights, they are amazing and offer the same level if not better control. They are made by one guy who has grown into an amazing business with honest feedback and direct customer service. I'm surprised they don't get mentioned more often.
Wow, very complete review. And...... he said "plethora" Nice.
Hi Ryan, great episode very informative. I still prefer the mix of LED tech and T5's. I look forward to the next series of tests! :-)
At 20:38 in the video, what fish is that on the bottom left (front left of the tank)?
Hey guys great video, could you do a video on the new maxspect fixture?
epicnas12342 I'd like to see which one comes out on top between the Ethereal and this radion. I heard maxspect has better color blending
I have the 14k Phoenix metal halide. It'll be nice to see them in a vs. Experiment at those proper channels.
Great video as always! My major concern with the G4 pros is the 'disco ball' effect which I find off putting (just as you commented!). If they had only fixed this with the new model it would be an easy decision for me. Have you had much experience with the GHL mitras lights as for most accounts I can find it is very limited with this fixture? I know you have limited time and budget but it would be great to get your insight and evaluation of this fixture. Much appreciated!
Great info!
Would love to see a video on Lengs ecosystem method.
can u guys give me the setting option for lunar, i never even knew there were cable of lunar, i'm using apex so i would need the setting to manually set them. you guys rock
Would be amazing on my 125 g. Been a struggle to choose from Radion or AI prime hydra
Does the uv Light affect things like phytoplankton or Copepods. I was informed to turn the uv light of if trying to establish a population?
Thanks
Good stuff! I would like to see the same in-depth video done for the AI Hydra HD series too. However, just seeing the available templates, etc for the Radions makes me want to swap out my AI Hydra 26HD for the XR30w. Maybe I'll win one!
Question - If you already have an Apex and went with Radions, do you need Reeflink to access the various templates and night settings or are these exposed in the Apex?
Great vid....would lovvveee to have them!!!
Omg I'm in love I'm just staring my build of a 300 gallon aquarium an this would be amazing to have added to my project hopefully I'm lucky enough to win.....WOW!!!
I have the XR15 G4 95 watt. To calculate an approximate PAR for the XR15 G4, can I simply reduce the PARs in this video for the XR30 G4 Pro 190 Watt by 50% (using 100% intensity, light mounted at 9 inches above water, and using the 6, 12, and 18 inch depth points ) since the XR15 is a 95 watt fixture which is half the power?
It seems having all the blues at 100 is also too high. The ATI aquablue seems to be too white also. How long would i need to acclimate corals and whats the difference between the pro and the XR30?
BRS can you guys do an investigate on the Maxpect Recurve LED which claim to mimic led+T-5 with just led.. thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom Im not demanding anything here.. Just i am totally excited and hype for it if you do test the Maxpect like the gyres series😊
Does ecotech offer the individual lense for the older model XR30? I have 6 of them and would like to get some better blending from them.
What is better for mostly LPS and maybe a few SPS, Radion or Maxspect Ethereal?
great video as always, you should make a review with some chinese black box light to see the advantages of use a commercial brand lamp like radion or kessil.
I have a 2’ deep tank what’s some good lights that are a little cheaper?
Since these lights are so powerful could you save money and get comparable (at useful PAR levels) results with XR15s?
What about a light test over 1 year with the top of the line lights 1 radio gen fix. 1 bulb metal halide fix. and a t-5 fix. Side by side all same filter(sump etc.) only different tanks. Has this happen yet? Would be interesting
OK, So I understand the "intensity" slider on the left..But what is the slider on the right for?
makes sense..thanks
Awesome.....just awesome.
I'm a bit confused, is the testtank 4 foot, or 40 inch?
U can't beat that tank at 16:10min that's beautiful and I honestly don't know if led can do that. U would need 6 to 10 years just to try it.
How much of a difference between the G4 and G4 Pro?
Can you please sell and test the sb reef lights? I am having amazing growth for less than $200.
how sign up for contest for lights
After seeing all the light defusing lenses, wouldn't it be better to use a light defusing aquarium top cover? Diffuse light, stop evaporation and keep livestock In?
I would think this a practical solution.
My experience with tank covers is the ability to cut out the back edge, with an aquarium fan for ventilation that could even be ducted and filtered with outside air, or maybe even a cheap air pump or aquaculture Blower. Keep in mind I never mentioned introducing air directly into the water.
As for mounting lights high and bleed over, I'd consider reflecting tape covering the inside of a wood canopy, should also protect the wood from moisture. And reduce shadowing.
I've also thought of mirror tent on the back of an aquarium for reflecting light, eliminating shadowing in the back of the tank, and viewing problems you may not see from the front of the tank.
I have more input where this came from.
Simply awesome! Thanks for the great giveaway! Unfortunately the only way I'm probably ever going to get one of these is to win.
A bit frustrated on the lack of information for the xr15 out there.
**Giggity**
How do I enter the contest|?
Pretty clearly stated in the video. Go to their site, click on the deals link, click on free stuff link and enter
This fixture is powerful...and I thought my Current Orbit Marine Reef light (1st version) that I bought 3 years ago was awesome.
Haha!
These would be amazing over my 180g sps tank I am planning.
Can I use xr15?
BulkReefSupplyCom it’s 120 gallons 4x2x2
share device settings. radion?
I would luv to try but can't afford them!!
Hey gang another great episode! Would you guys please consider opening up the contests to Canadian viewers...? If you do we promise to send Tim Hortons Doughnuts and Coffees....! Legit
The holy grail would be the Radions with the shimmer of the Kessils. Can someone just hurry up and make that please.
Bro how to get free led stuff to your channel. Im only using par38 . Do ypu have free led or 2nd hand led light bro. Im from philippines. Thanks.
Godbless and make more videos for reefers.
Hey you guys are awesome.
You should check out the documentary on Netflix called Chasing Coral. Made my eyes water up.
Your right, incredible documentary!
IF ONLY I HAD THIS VIDEO AS SOON AS THESE OVERPOWERED LIGHTS WERE RELEASED.
Love to win these
So people are actually spending $3,200 on lights alone for a 4 foot tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom true. I guess it's all relative to the playground you play in. Just seems like some other options would provide the same kind of offerings at less money. I don't see how this is the best $3,200 lighting option but I am far far far from an expert. Thanks for showing it off tho as I would never have the ability to afford this kind of setup it offers me insight on a subject that I couldn't get otherwise.
Yeah, I bought a used gen 3 Radion on Ebay for literally half the cost. It works great! I am in the same boat and couldn't spend full price. No regrets on Radion.
i have 5 over my 300 g
Ugh I would love to win one of these, i would freak out!
Wanes world 🤙🏻
awsome light but i will stick to my kessels
Great light when it works. In Australia when you have problems, it's almost impossible to get it fixed properly because the distributor here tries to save a couple dollars by doing the repairs himself so it never gets done properly. I had to send my lights back and forth 3 times and wait 6 weeks whilst he was on holidays. It's ashame ecotech doesn't supply and service their products properly in Australia rather than a dry goods wholesaler who knows nothing about electronic goods. Until ecotech changes this model, I and and many others won't be buying anything ecotech.
Adam Michaels if thats the case..ill be picking up ai 56. Sad it happened to you.
mrinsanitii unfortunately Ai and ecotech are the same company using the same dodgy distributor. I have now switched to kessils, better lights anyway.
Adam Michaels ahhhh bummer. I dont like kessils. No programming like the ai and ecotechs.
Lol 600hp, the daily driver has way more than that :p
I think my Corolla has 130
Don't do that to me. I want one..
good video but you call that software the best and really I believe AI does a better job and doesn't require a reef link. maybe a Hydra HD vs Radeon video?
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Can I please win these!!! #dreamlight
LED'S HAVE been out for a while low, it appears that they have mastered the technology, why are they still charging $700 for these stupid things
I'll stick with Kessil... way too much light, too expensive because it's so much light, and is disco balls too much.
To be honest it's not worth it for that price to look at somebody who is looking for that demographic to spend that kind of money they are going to pay professional and never touch the actual infrastructure of the lights and have that go through monthly services so in turn this video is actually not very informative
Whaaaaaaat? I have 3 lights, and I monkey around with the settings
Someone needs to send me one of these lol I've been using the stock LEDs on my tank for so long cause the good lights here cost 1600 bucks lol. The cheaper ones are 300 bucks but made in China and are brand less so I don't trust em