How loud are the maxspect gyres?

bchen7106 · 10/11/2016, 08:53 AM

Was thinking of biting the bullet and finally investing in some of these gyre pumps now that they have the new controller.

I currently have jebao's and they are dead quiet so I don't want to introduce any noisy pumps. How loud are these gyres? I read some early reviews that they can get fairly loud, but not sure if they have remedied that.

Thanks!

mcgyvr · 10/11/2016, 10:22 AM

If they are anything like the Jebao Gyres then they are loud..
I have a CP25 and a regular PP4..
I cannot hear the PP4 at all.. I can hear the CP25 all over my house..
Its annoying to say the least..

Brieninsac · 10/11/2016, 10:26 AM

I have a 130 and it's quite below 70%. There is a slight hum when running higher and especially if you're using the pulsing mode, then it's really noticeable.

Sk8r · 10/11/2016, 10:29 AM

I run mine at about 60% and hear no noise...I have a silent overflow and basement sump as well, so I would notice if it were loud. I don't use pulsing mode because I've heard negatives about the longterm effect of it on tank seams, esp. on thin-walled tanks. But the straight-on flow near the surface gets a real good roll under the rocks. My fish have to dive and bob to hold place. I'd adjust it downward for weaker swimmers.

mcgyvr · 10/11/2016, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Brieninsac

I have a 130 and it's quite below 70%. There is a slight hum when running higher and especially if you're using the pulsing mode, then it's really noticeable.

same for the Jebao gyres..
At low power its "fairly quiet" but once you get up there then its absolutely annoying..
So if anything go with one drastically oversized so you can run it very low..

Having had one though.. I wouldn't recommend them over regular controllable powerheads.. I really dislike the flow they produce..
Its a strong/flat linear stream at the top of the tank and a gentle backflow in the rest of the tank.. IMO the "hype" is just people falling for the new thing/marketing fluff..

jason2459 · 10/11/2016, 10:38 AM

I run my two maxspect gyres at 100% and I do not notice them at all until my lights/fan turns off. Then I hear a hum. Except when they reverse direction and they make a whirring sound briefly.

bchen7106 · 10/11/2016, 11:20 AM

Hmmmm. Now I'm torn. My plan was to get 2 XF230's and put them on either side of the tank. But I really don't want any more noise in my aquarium. The tank is 5' across. Do you guys think I'd be able to get enough flow keeping it below 50%?

jason2459 · 10/11/2016, 11:21 AM

Or get the xf250s and run at lower percentages.

GimpyFin · 10/11/2016, 11:43 AM

I've owned the 130 and 150 and they are both pretty quiet (Same as the 230/250, just different controller.) You get them up to about 70 percent or so and you can hear them hum a little, but not bad at all. (I only run my single 150 about 40% or so on a 4' long, 30" deep tank.) The early models had some vibration issues because of inadequate dampening with the mounts, but they're fine now. If your tank is 5' long, I'd do the 250 and just run them a little lower. Not sure what the other dimensions of your tank are, but I'm guessing you probably don't need two of them.

mcgyvr · 10/11/2016, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by bchen7106

Hmmmm. Now I'm torn. My plan was to get 2 XF230's and put them on either side of the tank. But I really don't want any more noise in my aquarium. The tank is 5' across. Do you guys think I'd be able to get enough flow keeping it below 50%?

Or save your money and don't take the chance..

Thor2j · 10/11/2016, 04:52 PM

I have 5' tank. Run 2 150s at about 43%. Don't hear a thing. Work great. Not sure I'd want one, but u can get get great back and forth motion with 2. Move a lot more water then ecotechs.

Sent from my SM-G935T using Tapatalk

downset21 · 10/11/2016, 05:21 PM

I hear no noise with mine. I am a big fan so far.

rguyler · 10/16/2016, 01:24 PM

I have a pair of the XF250s and hear no sound at 60% or below and only a faint whine when above that. Depending on placement and programming, I think you can definitely get enough flow on a 60" tank with 2 of these running @ 60% or less.

Centerline · 10/17/2016, 07:07 AM

I have 2 150 on a 4' 90. I run them at 40% and they are silent.

Capt_Dan · 10/29/2016, 09:19 PM

Mine are quiet with no issues.

Mercer · 10/30/2016, 01:01 PM

I am using the XF230s on a new tank. I can hear them from across the house and through the walls. My vacuum on low is more tolerable sometimes.

The ambient noise where my tank is setup is 40dBA. Measuring roughly 3" from the side of the tank nearest a single pump set to random it will range from 47dBA with the occasional spike to 58dBA if it's aggressively ramping up. Most often it idles around 51dBA at constant speed.

Prior to this I had the first generation of XF150s on a larger tank (remember the ones with cord cracking issues, easily broken props?) and recall them being far more quiet. I no longer have them to compare unfortunately.

I love the flow but am considering alternative ways of achieving it. I have been in touch with the vendor and they advise that the sound should reduce over time. The verdict is still out until I've had these for awhile.

lambchops · 11/23/2016, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Mercer

I am using the XF230s on a new tank. I can hear them from across the house and through the walls. My vacuum on low is more tolerable sometimes.

The ambient noise where my tank is setup is 40dBA. Measuring roughly 3" from the side of the tank nearest a single pump set to random it will range from 47dBA with the occasional spike to 58dBA if it's aggressively ramping up. Most often it idles around 51dBA at constant speed.

Prior to this I had the first generation of XF150s on a larger tank (remember the ones with cord cracking issues, easily broken props?) and recall them being far more quiet. I no longer have them to compare unfortunately.

I love the flow but am considering alternative ways of achieving it. I have been in touch with the vendor and they advise that the sound should reduce over time. The verdict is still out until I've had these for awhile.

Did they get quieter, I just set up my single 230 and I can hear a whirring noise from about 30 feet when its only at 40%

Mercer · 11/23/2016, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by lambchops

Did they get quieter, I just set up my single 230 and I can hear a whirring noise from about 30 feet when its only at 40%

I've been keeping mine < 50% for now till I figure out how adjust things in a way where I can keep sand on the bottom of my tank. I wouldn't say they are much quieter just yet but there has been a slight improvement (that or I'm just getting used to it being beside my desk). I'll need to grab the db meter some time soon and see if agrees.

Hentz · 11/23/2016, 11:45 PM

I'm a light sleeper... In terms of falling asleep. Noises bug the crap out of me while trying too. That being said, I replaced my 2 MP40's non-QD with 1 Gyre 150 on my 56 gallon tank. While over kill, my tank is completely covered in flow and is as silent as heck. My MP40's were kinda quiet, though I could hear them.

I sleep very comfortably every night with mine running around 40%

MiddletoM · 11/24/2016, 02:12 AM

i have two 150's on pulse mode and I don't hear them until my ear is within about a foot of them

gi_eric22 · 11/24/2016, 05:26 PM

I have a 130 and when it is on pulse above 50% you can hear it.

Overboard · 11/24/2016, 05:46 PM

I have a single 280 on an 8 ft tank and I think it is very quiet at 50% to 70%. That is on a steady flow. I am pretty impressed and will probably get a second unit.

My tank is in our family room and we need the tank to be silent. So far, very pleased and no complaints from the family.

Good luck!

wfv57 · 11/24/2016, 07:19 PM

I'm surprised that anyone hears them at all. Maybe there is some variability with individual units but I can't hear either one of my two when running at 70%.

lambchops · 11/26/2016, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by wfv57

I'm surprised that anyone hears them at all. Maybe there is some variability with individual units but I can't hear either one of my two when running at 70%.

I noticed that whenever I change anything is makes a buzzing sounds for about three hours and then it goes away. I don't know why as of yet but I'm going to call the manufacturer and ask what's up.

roberthu526 · 11/27/2016, 09:55 PM

I just installed two 250s on my 40 breeder to test them out with the new controller. I have to say it is fairly loud at 50%. I have them running in my home office and from about 4 feet away I can hear them humming. It is not loud but definitely noticeable even with my return pump and skimmer on. I thought it was because the wires were touching something but I hear them even when I hold the wires in my hands so they don't touch anything. I am waiting to see if it gets better tomorrow. I really want to install them in my DT but I am going to take it slow.

10/11/2016, 08:53 AM	#1
bchen7106 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 39	How loud are the maxspect gyres? Was thinking of biting the bullet and finally investing in some of these gyre pumps now that they have the new controller. I currently have jebao's and they are dead quiet so I don't want to introduce any noisy pumps. How loud are these gyres? I read some early reviews that they can get fairly loud, but not sure if they have remedied that. Thanks!

10/11/2016, 10:22 AM	#2
mcgyvr Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 20,050	If they are anything like the Jebao Gyres then they are loud.. I have a CP25 and a regular PP4.. I cannot hear the PP4 at all.. I can hear the CP25 all over my house.. Its annoying to say the least.. __________________ Who me?

10/11/2016, 10:26 AM	#3
Brieninsac Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 782	I have a 130 and it's quite below 70%. There is a slight hum when running higher and especially if you're using the pulsing mode, then it's really noticeable. __________________ Red Sea Reefer 350 (73gal/18gal sump) / Kessil a360WE Lights

10/11/2016, 10:29 AM	#4
Sk8r RC Mod Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 34,628 Blog Entries: 55	I run mine at about 60% and hear no noise...I have a silent overflow and basement sump as well, so I would notice if it were loud. I don't use pulsing mode because I've heard negatives about the longterm effect of it on tank seams, esp. on thin-walled tanks. But the straight-on flow near the surface gets a real good roll under the rocks. My fish have to dive and bob to hold place. I'd adjust it downward for weaker swimmers. __________________ Sk8r Salinity 1.024-6; alkalinity 8.3-9.3 on KH scale; calcium 420; magnesium 1300, temp 78-80, nitrate .2. Ammonia 0. No filters: lps tank. Alk and cal won't rise if mg is low. Current Tank Info: 105g AquaVim wedge, yellow tang, sailfin blenny,royal gramma, ocellaris clown pair, yellow watchman, 100 microceriths, 25 tiny hermits, a 4" conch, 1" nassarius, recovering from 2 year hiatus with daily water change of 10%.

10/11/2016, 10:38 AM	#6
jason2459 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Iowa Posts: 9,671	I run my two maxspect gyres at 100% and I do not notice them at all until my lights/fan turns off. Then I hear a hum. Except when they reverse direction and they make a whirring sound briefly. __________________ rebuild and recovery log: No more red house, you'll have to click on my name and visit my homepage! You can check out my parameters at reeftronics dot net website and look for my username. Current Tank Info: 180g mixed reef w/ a beananimal overflow to a dolomite RRUGF. \| 20g long G. Smithii Mantis Tank

10/11/2016, 11:20 AM	#7
bchen7106 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 39	Hmmmm. Now I'm torn. My plan was to get 2 XF230's and put them on either side of the tank. But I really don't want any more noise in my aquarium. The tank is 5' across. Do you guys think I'd be able to get enough flow keeping it below 50%?

10/11/2016, 11:21 AM	#8
jason2459 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Iowa Posts: 9,671	Or get the xf250s and run at lower percentages. __________________ rebuild and recovery log: No more red house, you'll have to click on my name and visit my homepage! You can check out my parameters at reeftronics dot net website and look for my username. Current Tank Info: 180g mixed reef w/ a beananimal overflow to a dolomite RRUGF. \| 20g long G. Smithii Mantis Tank

10/11/2016, 11:43 AM	#9
GimpyFin Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,032	I've owned the 130 and 150 and they are both pretty quiet (Same as the 230/250, just different controller.) You get them up to about 70 percent or so and you can hear them hum a little, but not bad at all. (I only run my single 150 about 40% or so on a 4' long, 30" deep tank.) The early models had some vibration issues because of inadequate dampening with the mounts, but they're fine now. If your tank is 5' long, I'd do the 250 and just run them a little lower. Not sure what the other dimensions of your tank are, but I'm guessing you probably don't need two of them. __________________ Brian Current Tank Info: 110 gallon

10/11/2016, 04:52 PM	#11
Thor2j Registered Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 230	I have 5' tank. Run 2 150s at about 43%. Don't hear a thing. Work great. Not sure I'd want one, but u can get get great back and forth motion with 2. Move a lot more water then ecotechs. Sent from my SM-G935T using Tapatalk

10/11/2016, 05:21 PM	#12
downset21 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 192	I hear no noise with mine. I am a big fan so far.

10/16/2016, 01:24 PM	#13
rguyler Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 606	I have a pair of the XF250s and hear no sound at 60% or below and only a faint whine when above that. Depending on placement and programming, I think you can definitely get enough flow on a 60" tank with 2 of these running @ 60% or less. __________________ -- Rik Current Tank Info: 120G Reef - AI Hydra 26HD lighting, AquaC Skimmer, Reeflo Blackfin Pump, Gyre XF250 Dual Pumps, Aqua Medic Dosing Alk/Ca/Mg & Vinegar, HydroFill Ti ATO, Basement Sump w/Refugium and Kessil 160 Blue Lights

10/17/2016, 07:07 AM	#14
Centerline Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: St Augustine, Florida USA Posts: 5	I have 2 150 on a 4' 90. I run them at 40% and they are silent.

10/29/2016, 09:19 PM	#15
Capt_Dan Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 63	Mine are quiet with no issues.

10/30/2016, 01:01 PM	#16
Mercer Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Atlantic Canada Posts: 274	I am using the XF230s on a new tank. I can hear them from across the house and through the walls. My vacuum on low is more tolerable sometimes. The ambient noise where my tank is setup is 40dBA. Measuring roughly 3" from the side of the tank nearest a single pump set to random it will range from 47dBA with the occasional spike to 58dBA if it's aggressively ramping up. Most often it idles around 51dBA at constant speed. Prior to this I had the first generation of XF150s on a larger tank (remember the ones with cord cracking issues, easily broken props?) and recall them being far more quiet. I no longer have them to compare unfortunately. I love the flow but am considering alternative ways of achieving it. I have been in touch with the vendor and they advise that the sound should reduce over time. The verdict is still out until I've had these for awhile.

11/23/2016, 11:45 PM	#19
Hentz Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 2,016	I'm a light sleeper... In terms of falling asleep. Noises bug the crap out of me while trying too. That being said, I replaced my 2 MP40's non-QD with 1 Gyre 150 on my 56 gallon tank. While over kill, my tank is completely covered in flow and is as silent as heck. My MP40's were kinda quiet, though I could hear them. I sleep very comfortably every night with mine running around 40% __________________ A Reef in the Desert: 120 Gallon (4x2x2) - MP40 x2 - Gyre 130 - ATI Sunpower - Simplicity Pump/Skimmer - Controlled by Apex

11/24/2016, 02:12 AM	#20
MiddletoM Registered Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 147	i have two 150's on pulse mode and I don't hear them until my ear is within about a foot of them

11/24/2016, 05:26 PM	#21
gi_eric22 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Madison Ohio Posts: 65	I have a 130 and when it is on pulse above 50% you can hear it.

11/24/2016, 05:46 PM	#22
Overboard Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 554	I have a single 280 on an 8 ft tank and I think it is very quiet at 50% to 70%. That is on a steady flow. I am pretty impressed and will probably get a second unit. My tank is in our family room and we need the tank to be silent. So far, very pleased and no complaints from the family. Good luck! __________________ 360 Gallon SPS Display. Lighting is with two 400 watt MH , two Radion G4 X30s, supplemented with old school VHOs for some "pop". Fish - Pair of IO Regal Angels, pair of captive bred Hawaiian Flame

11/24/2016, 07:19 PM	#23
wfv57 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Tennessee Posts: 40	I'm surprised that anyone hears them at all. Maybe there is some variability with individual units but I can't hear either one of my two when running at 70%.

11/27/2016, 09:55 PM	#25
roberthu526 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 290	I just installed two 250s on my 40 breeder to test them out with the new controller. I have to say it is fairly loud at 50%. I have them running in my home office and from about 4 feet away I can hear them humming. It is not loud but definitely noticeable even with my return pump and skimmer on. I thought it was because the wires were touching something but I hear them even when I hold the wires in my hands so they don't touch anything. I am waiting to see if it gets better tomorrow. I really want to install them in my DT but I am going to take it slow.