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Gilbert Lowe
03/05/2010, 06:41 PM
I recently perchused a 150 wat JBJ K2 Viper for my 12 gallon tank. I like the upgrade in the light however I would like to replace the bulb with something that will bring out more color. I have the stock JBJ 14K bulb. I can not add any actinic supplements because of the size of the tank. I am looking for suggestions on a good bulb that will make the coral colors pop.

Thanks
BiochemRobyn
03/05/2010, 06:45 PM
Go with a 20k bulb -- also heard great things about XM brand.
Equipment Junky
03/05/2010, 07:57 PM
Radium 20k
Gilbert Lowe
03/05/2010, 09:32 PM
I have heard good things about the Radium 20K. Area they too blue. I also hear that the Pheonix 14k bulbs are nice.
Equipment Junky
03/05/2010, 09:51 PM
I have heard good things about the Radium 20K. Area they too blue. I also hear that the Pheonix 14k bulbs are nice.

You'll get good results with either of those bulbs. The color, on the other hand, will be very much a personal preference. See if you can find someone in your area that using the bulb and see if hey will allow you to see their tank. That's really the best way to see which one will be "pleasing" to your eye!