For my relatively shallow 55 gal tank, I decided to go with a T5 setup. I discovered in my reading that individual reflectors are a must--which leaves out the less expensive names like Current's Nova Extreme and a few others which can be had for arount $200-$300 hundred bucks.
I was about all set to purchase the TX5 by Aquactinics, which doesn't come with bulbs, and holds 5-T5 lights. Then I came across this setup from Geissman, which I like the looks of.
I'm torn. Geissman is $468 and includes 4 T5 lamps. The Aquactinics is $461, but doesn't come with lamps and holds 5, instead of the 4 Geissman does.
After all is said and done, they will both be around the same price, as I'd need the $70 legs for the Geisman, totalling that setup to $528 or thereabouts. After purchasing 5 bulbs for the Aquactinics, assuming each bulb at $20, it will be more than $570.
The only unknown variable in my mind is the quality and configuration of the individual reflectors in the Geissman.
Here's a couple of pics of the Aquactinics TX5 setup.
Does anyone have any experience with the Geismann T5 fixture to know if it's worth buying to save a few bucks over the Aquatinics, which houses one more bulb?
Geissman or Aquactinics 
