Aqua Illumination Led Light?

acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
Quote:
Originally Posted by SnakeBlitz33 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/20#post_3497131
I can just see Shawn biting the heads off of some German Nazi gummi bears and having a smoke and a drink while doing it. Serves them right though, huh?
Some of my best years were spent in Germany......Ohhhh the beer, the food....ohhh did I mention beer......Lots of gummy bears.....The factory was just at the base of the mountain.......
Quote:
Originally Posted by luvmyreef http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/20#post_3497122
LOL. If you were not building your own tank right now...... I would be there with a carton of cigs, case of mt dew, and a whole box full of gummies!!!!

I told you closer to build time your more than welcome, plenty of room......
 
2quills

2quills

Well-Known Member
When I look at it in black and white I'd say that my current choice of plug and play would probably be the new A.I. Vega Color's. They seem to have some punch, with the color and capabilities that you're after, Luv. But that could change with the next latest and greatest thing so take it with a grain of salt.
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
Agree with the AI Vega, but Eco has something up there sleeve.....Their controller already had "space/headroom" built in and you knew it was coming or is coming......I think the big key is correct color combos at this point.....
 
snakeblitz33

snakeblitz33

Well-Known Member
Quote:
Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497138
Some of my best years were spent in Germany......Ohhhh the beer, the food....ohhh did I mention beer......Lots of gummy bears.....The factory was just at the base of the mountain.......
I told you closer to build time your more than welcome, plenty of room......
Yeah, you told me about that. I'm completely jealous that you got to go. I wish I could travel and see a few things in my life.
Quote:
Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497142
When I look at it in black and white I'd say that my current choice of plug and play would probably be the new A.I. Vega Color's. They seem to have some punch, with the color and capabilities that you're after, Luv. But that could change with the next latest and greatest thing so take it with a grain of salt.
I'd also say this... I like the vega colors... and for the price, I think it's worth it to have that capability. Keep in mind though that the controller for it is an extra $80 and there are a few complaints about it so far. I'm waiting for the sale, baby! lol
 
snakeblitz33

snakeblitz33

Well-Known Member
Quote:
Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497167
Haven't read the full thread on it, but what complaints on the controller.....
number one complaint is that it doesn't come with a unit and that it costs so dang much. lol.
Second complaint is that it has to be plugged in to be used - it's not wireless. So, you absolutely have to attach it somewhere on your stand.
Third complaint is that because you have to keep it close to (plugged in) to your tank, the controller doesn't have any kind of mounting system to the stand. Though, this problem is easily fixed with some picture hanging velcro.
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
Ahhh I have read that then, but other than not being included with the unit and cost.....not bad......Wireless would have been a major bonus IMO......
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
Maybe next gen will be wireless.....I'd like to see 1 of the major players incorporate into "their" controller capability to control various manufacturers PH's.....
 
snakeblitz33

snakeblitz33

Well-Known Member
Quote:
Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497171
Ahhh I have read that then, but other than not being included with the unit and cost.....not bad......Wireless would have been a major bonus IMO......
Yeah, it would have been a major bonus.
Quote:
Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497172
Maybe next gen will be wireless.....I'd like to see 1 of the major players incorporate into "their" controller capability to control various manufacturers PH's.....
Me too, I'm hoping so.
Just think about it... sitting on the couch, grab a controller to your TV and to your tank. Turn the TV on and put your tank on "rain storm mode." I don't know which one I would watch more. lol With that Vega color demonstration, I was half expecting that song "Do the hustle" to start playing ... because of all of the disco lights. lol
 
2quills

2quills

Well-Known Member
Quote:
Originally Posted by acrylic51 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497154
Agree with the AI Vega, but Eco has something up there sleeve.....Their controller already had "space/headroom" built in and you knew it was coming or is coming......I think the big key is correct color combos at this point.....
Quote:
Originally Posted by SnakeBlitz33 http:///t/393233/aqua-illumination-led-light/40#post_3497156
I'd also say this... I like the vega colors... and for the price, I think it's worth it to have that capability. Keep in mind though that the controller for it is an extra $80 and there are a few complaints about it so far. I'm waiting for the sale, baby! lol
That's why I'd never buy plug and play, myself. Who in the heck needs 30 timers on a controller with more features that I'd never use? Every other year these guys are coming out with a new style, new look and more features. Upgrade abilities are there but you're still locked into their design.
All I need is what Luvmyreef was talking about. Fade in/out times over a handful of channels, that's it. Set it and forget it. If I'm too lazy to get off the couch to adjust my lights then something seems wrong here. Wireless controllers are purely marketing tactics to keep up with the Jones's. But at least A.I. is a little more reasonably priced. Ecotech as with everything that they put out is still rediculously over priced for what they are selling as I'm sure we will see again with whatever they come out with.
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
There are guys using the Apollo Reef systems and with the Apex creating all the special affects others are paying top dollar for.....
 
luvmyreef

luvmyreef

Active Member
The apollo lights seem to be nice. I have just looked at several tanks with them on the web. Although, it would take three for my tank and the apex controller. Not to mention, finding a way to hang them since I have no canopy. Something to consider. I am about to pay 240 to replace my m. halides. bullbs. They are 80 a piece for the ones I want. It would be nice to stop paying for these bulbs and go with leds.....
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
That's what I was thinking Gemmy & Luv......Luv do you have a pic of your tank showing of the stand.......
 
2quills

2quills

Well-Known Member
Has anybody taken a look at those maxspect razor r420r's yet?

I seen that Aqua illuminations has come out with some new style mounting rails and such as well. Or have they had these?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top