EC what is your thoughts on Macro Algaes like Chaeto? in the past couple months I have since removed my GFO reactor and have only been using a filter sock, live rock, chaeto (new), and a Reef Octopus XS160 on my ~90g w/ sump. Since removing my GFO my SPS color has greatly improved and I am now looking to improve it even more.
I would like to bring this thread back to the Alk/lighting intensity side of the discussion. With a low-nutrient environment SPS require, what is the sweet spot for alk? I recently upgraded to an ATI 6x54 Powermodule (from a 6x54 TEK) and switched out the bulbs. I run my Alk at about 8.5-8.6dkh and I am wondering if I should drop it down to around 8dkh to improve SPS color?
a couple top-down shots, and the most recent sump picture.
