oh i know,,, but my friends that come over they really compliment me on the lr.. so its worth it to me,, but yeah if i could have found it cheaper i would have...but this is all new to me.and i am learning as i go...but i am truely enjoying it, i have a friend that is really into saltwater fish and all too, labor day weekend were going to head up to tulsa ok to find some new things for our aquariums.. i am having so much fun..... have a great day.....ginarox