Is it needed???

[gobyguy9686]

is a wave maker necesary for a begginer tank??? sorry for the mix up

 

[texasmetal]

Don't understand the question.
There needs to be lots of water flow...
If you mean an overflow, then no, but it makes an amazing difference.

 

[ice4ice]

Not really. As long as you can achieve alot of water flow with your powerheads. Nice to have but not necessary.