Choose My New Bulbs

I recently set-up my new 75g with a Hamilton 2x250w MH and 2x110w VHO fixture. Everything is stock on the fixture, but the set-up is 6 months old. I think the bulbs are currently 10k...a very white/yellow color...to the point where you can't notice the VHO Super Actinics while the MH are burning.

Anyhow, I want to replace the MH bulbs first. I like them currently, but I'm not as impressed as many people are when they first make the switch from T5 to MH.

I'd like a more blue color, obviously with great productivity. I've read a lot about Phoenix 14K bulbs, and it looks like I may go that route. I've also heard a lot about the new Ushio 14K's. The MH are single ended moguls.

What new bulbs would you fine people suggest I get and where?

 

ReefGeek > Aquarium Supplies for Marine, Reef, and Saltwater Aquariums has mh bulbs.

 

Phoenix 14k doesn't make single ended. I'm in the same predicament. Currently have 10k Reeflux.

These are the 3 options I am thinking about getting:

Hamilton 14k
Ushio 14k
Reeflux 12k

Going to BAYMAC and gonna see if there is anything cool or on sale

 

14000K Metal Halide Bulb - Phoenix, Mogul Base

 

Anyone else have suggestions?

 

I am using Ushio 14k 400w. It is a nice crisp blue/white light. I just made the switch about 2 mo ago. These are my first halides, but I will probably stick with these bulbs. Corals are exploding, and I really like the color...not too blue.

 

woops! hmm.... now I have to decide on Phoenix too?! did you end up choosing a bulb yet?

 

Not yet, still looking for others' suggestions/experience...anyone?