Lawrence's 15 Foot Long First Ever Reef Tank!?!

Remember setting up your first ever reef tank? You know, the 2ft cube or similar size so that you could get a handle on the hobby?
Well, not Lawrence - he wen't out and set up a crazy 15 foot long full mixed reef!
Not only has Lawrence gone big with the setup, but he's also decked it out with some gorgeous fish and coral to create a true masterpiece in his home.

[@4k-reef]

Thank heaps for coming Sam, was great having you over to share the hobby that we are all so passionate about. Lets do it again in 1-2 years for sure 👍 Regards, Lawrence

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks so much mate. Would love to visit in a year and see how things have progressed. And please do let me know if you’re ever down my way, be great to have you hear for a meal and to chat all things reefing :)

[@soplayet73]

You must go back yearly to this stunning set up. I can’t believe how beautiful he’s made this is such a short amount of time. PLEASE 🙏 go back yearly so we all can see the progression of the SPS colonies as they fill out Lawrence’s masterpiece! Well done Lawrence well done…

[@ParkersReef]

Just try and stop me from going back 😅 Trust me, I’m as keen as you to see the development of this gorgeous reef

[@GrahamStephan]

Incredible system!

[@ParkersReef]

It's pretty spectacular that is for sure!

[@viasevenvai]

Best tank I’ve seen with balance and fullness. Epic.

[@ParkersReef]

agreed, it really is stunning!

[@viasevenvai]

@@ParkersReeftoo bad his Powder Blue was stressed. I fattened up a yellow tang with romaine lettuce and I know what a skinny vs fat tang looks like. romaine every day!!

[@ParkersReef]

@@viasevenvai the powder blue is new to the system, always going to take a little while to settle in :)

[@Jtone_philthy_aquatics]

Woooooooooooow those are some crazy dimensions……. And for a first reef aquarium!? Impressive work 👏 great video Parker ✅

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you!!

[@antoniofaustino2548]

For his first tank, wow ! He is done a fantastic job!

[@ParkersReef]

its pretty special hey Antonio!

[@chrissavage5897]

Wow mega tank, looks awesome. Credit to the owner, such an achievement getting a young tank to where it is already on that scale. Hopefully you will get to film it again in another 6/12 months to check on the progress

[@ParkersReef]

I hope so too, would love to see it again!

[@dandanthegarbageman6]

Need a Midas Blenny!!! So much fun to watch. love the tank!!!

[@ParkersReef]

They are a fun fish for sure!

[@domenicolangella2397]

Absolutely stunning and one of the best rock schemes I've ever seen.

[@ParkersReef]

He’s done well hasn’t he?!

[@4k-reef]

Hey Domenico thanks for that mate. I appreciate the frags you sold me earlier this year. Lawrence

[@Vroomy1986]

Hey Sam, I just wanted to say thankyou for all the videos you do for us, for our entertainment and to help us maybe think of things to do differently in our own systems that other hobbyists are doing to make their systems run smoothly. It must be hard sometimes to leave your home and head out to record these incredible systems and shops. We will always enjoy your content. Cheers Sam

[@ParkersReef]

thank you so much! It can be tough getting out and about, but it is always enjoyable to both see these incredible systems but then get the opportunity to share them with you all via KZbin :)

[@Miami_reef]

Mind blowing scale… 4000 litres is epic. Awesome scape and jealous of his fish room! smashing it Lawrence!!

[@ParkersReef]

He’s doing so damned well, it’s inspirational!!

[@Miami_reef]

@ that kitchen bench too 😍

[@ParkersReef]

@ the whole house is gorgeous

[@The1NdNly]

Sick tank for sure! I had to check, the tank itself is "only" 3225L Full system must be 4k

[@youronlycow]

That's his first tank? Real amazing! Wonderful filming, quality content. Thank you!

[@ParkersReef]

It certainly makes for a great start to the hobby!

[@michaelhoward7115]

Awesome video Sam! Thanks for sharing Lawrence! Would love to see an update on this tank when the corals have really matured!

[@ParkersReef]

Yes it’s one I’ll have to make my way back to in the medium term future!

[@aquamates-sa5452]

The size of this aquarium is impressive!🐠🐠🐠 Absolutely love the livestock.👌🏻

[@ParkersReef]

It really is!

[@neilbrook5463]

This was an amazing video and definitely an aspirational one! 4.3m?! Far out!! But, it was great to hear that success can come with "simplicity", which is the approach I've taken. As much as I'm a gear-head at heart, it's great to see another simple approach work so well. Thank you for all the amazing content, Sam! I've learnt so much from your channel.

[@ParkersReef]

Glad to hear you’re enjoying the content, so much more to come!!!

[@RogueAquariums]

What an amazing first tank. The assortment of fish and corals look great. He has so much more room for many other corals and fish. Beautiful system. His equipment room is equally as nice. Thanks for the tour Sam.

[@ParkersReef]

Soooo much room for things to grow out hey!

[@RogueAquariums]

@ 💯% Hope you & the family are doing well.

[@ParkersReef]

@RogueAquariums yes thank you mate, hope you are too?

[@RogueAquariums]

@@ParkersReef Doing well 👍

[@queencityreefs]

Now this is my dream tank!! Thanks for sharing 💯🙏🏻❤

[@ParkersReef]

I think we could all dream of this beauty!!

[@garrycole9187]

When he said the "family likes it", really means that I like it and they just put up with it.

[@ParkersReef]

having met the family, I can assure you - they really like it too :)

[@ReefRondo]

What a system! Thank you so much for all of this incredible content Sam!

[@ParkersReef]

My pleasure, I thoroughly enjoy filming tanks like this!

[@jasonclements9290]

Absolutely epic system...can't believe how much those blue green chromis make that tank, they contrast so well and all the other fish and give them a little extra pop. 15 plus years of reefing and never keep them, on my way to local LFS to get me 10...Thanks for the inspiration.

[@ParkersReef]

My pleasure, I’m just the lucky guy that gets to see these beautiful tanks and hold the camera!

[@thechosenone9943]

Wow that's one of the best tanks I have ever seen 🔥🔥🔥👍🏾

[@ParkersReef]

it's something special!!!

[@drgrubenhiemer]

What a great bloke and an absolute stunner of a tank. Would be great to get an update of this in another year or so! It looks so happy and healthy now it will be epic with a bit of grow out time.

[@ParkersReef]

I agree, it’s going to be insane in a year’s time!

[@dubcee4694]

The house itself is amazing along with the tank

[@ParkersReef]

Sure is a nice setup

[@charliekahukiwa2552]

Geesh...thats an amazing tank...some serious thought gone into this system...

[@ParkersReef]

Definitely not one that Lawrence popped together in a day :D

[@colinsanday6314]

Wow,great job. The most impressive young reef i have seen,thanks Lawrence and Sam.

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you!!

[@acuariomarino5075]

Wow super amazing reef thank you for sharing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ParkersReef]

You're very welcome!

[@dushyvithiya]

Insane set-up Great video Sam

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks so much!

[@Jónbhfarraige]

Amazing tank!! Dream tank size!! Would love to see the rock work without corals!!

[@ParkersReef]

It’s an epic size and really well placed in the house too

[@aquariummonstershertsuk]

astonishing tank, love that

[@ParkersReef]

it's something special for sure!

[@andrewsdrmike]

Wow! Well done tank

[@ParkersReef]

It’s bloody impressive hey?!

[@andrewsdrmike]

@ makes my 325 waterbox look like a guppy tank🤣

[@Drone-Pilot]

The K7’s are great, I have one here, I have a spectrum analyser and it’s every bit the same as my hydra 32’s except more Par for the same watts, strangely if you adjust to be 100% the exact spectrum width as the hydra 32’s then the hydra runs better for corals this is because you have to reduce the royal blue. But keep in mind the green channel also lights up a blue channel, very annoying that they decide the mix but it’s OK. Also I only use Jebao wave makers they work fine for half the cost of their counterparts, just throw their power supply into the bin and get an Aussie power adapter of the same power rating.

[@ParkersReef]

Great info, thanks for sharing!

[@ikanMarine]

nice cabinet 🎉🎉🎉.. everything is good ❤❤

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks mate! It really is a great setup.

[@ldr_zuvela4192]

man, I thought I was a little crazy getting a custom 1800x1000x800 for my first marine tank after having 100l tank to test the waters. epic tank mate. hope I get the chance to build a tank in a house build down the track

[@ParkersReef]

It’s next level hey?!

[@flashd0g95]

Hello from Germany 😊, my tank is epic … but This is endlevel 😁😎… very nice setup and Corals !!! Salt greets André 😁

[@ParkersReef]

Glad you like it!

[@lorenzospina3174]

Perfect aquarium size to start ❤.

[@ParkersReef]

hahaha I know right?!

[@audiotom3855]

It is a masterpiece. Chapeau!

[@ParkersReef]

Envy inducing tank!!!

[@bobbyknox9258]

Sam I can see your next dream tank being this size! Do it! 😅

[@ParkersReef]

Hahaha oh no, imagine the cost 🫣

[@tritonpower3641]

Wow. Amazing. I never thought I would see a tank as great as "anything QT reef" by gallery aquatica TV but this has it beat. That tank has more tangs/fish but the corals of Lawrence's tank have so much potential. The achilles tang is a must. Maybe Lawrence should also consider an orange shoulder tang. Love those fish when snorkeling in Maui. Also a few cardinals. Pajama and banggai are great. I would also love to see a follow up on this tank. Congrats to you for such a great KZbin channel and Lawrence for such a great tank.

[@ParkersReef]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I agree, some big fish in this system will really bring it to life and you bet - I’m super keen to book a trip back to Sydney in 12 months for a follow up!!

[@bogeymanshankers3904]

Damn that’s one of the best aquariums I’ve ever seen

[@ParkersReef]

It's pretty spectacular!!

[@bogeymanshankers3904]

@ I’m from the uk 🇬🇧 and omg very jealous of what you guys have over there. Any chance of chasing down some amazing nano aquariums for us poor old brits 😂 great content Sam 👍🏼

[@ParkersReef]

@ you bet! I’ve covered quite a few on this channel, two to track down are Julian’s nano and Blake’s nano - both are incredible videos 👍🏻

[@bogeymanshankers3904]

@ loved the jules one the pure god father of reefing 😂 I’ll keep watching have a great Christmas 🎄 and a fantastic new year bud

[@ParkersReef]

You too mate!!

[@goaski474]

Speechless.

[@ParkersReef]

It has that effect on people!

[@johnogg8233]

Hi Laurence, Great Tank and Masterpiece too, so Well Done Indeed! Just wondering the thickness of the tank glass and what type of glass you have used too for the viewing panes and what the thickness of the tank bottom glass is if different? Thanks to Sam for sharing this Masterpiece too. Thanks VBR John

[@ParkersReef]

Thanks so much for watching! I think from memory the glass was 19mm thick, but hopefully Lawrence can confirm

[@4k-reef]

Hi Guys, yes it's 19mm thick standard float glass.

[@XMRNYC]

Impressive!

[@ParkersReef]

It’s pretty amazing!!

[@marinejosh1993]

Cant wait for this one

[@ParkersReef]

It’s one not to be missed!!

[@rgahrens]

Too bad we couldn't have witnessed the first 6 months of this build. Pests, algae, etc.,etc. All of the frustrations that a new tank owner, specially first timer, goes through. Great results though!

[@ParkersReef]

Agreed, although even if I lived closer it would have been a hard sell to get Lawrence to share the tough parts. I’m always chasing tank tours and people always want to only do them when the tank is looking good 😅

[@rgahrens]

@@ParkersReef I give him a lot of credit admitting how much difficulty he went through. Cyano, Bubble algae, etc. etc.! We can all relate to that part! Maybe not to the $100,000.00 he spent! Beautiful results!

[@ParkersReef]

@@rgahrens I can imagine it wasn't a cheap tank (looking at how much I spent on my own tank that is 1/4 - 1/3 of the size!), but what Lawrence spent wasn't the question of the day here - it was more how a new comer to the hobby could bite off such a big task and still manage to get this level of result in the end. Superb outcome!

[@rgahrens]

@@ParkersReef I totally agree. That's why I give him even more credit when he describes the problems! Could not have come out nicer!

[@emmaruyle6617]

I worry about those Pentair UVs - I've read so many horror stories about the housing failing after a few years and spilling water all over the place. That said, what a beautiful tank!

[@ParkersReef]

I’ve ran mine for 4 years and it’s still super solid (I poked the body pretty hard to check).

[@deathrowinmate28]

I've used Pentaire for 15 years. Used extensively in aquaculture too. Never heard of them having a problem. I actually run 10 of them in my breeding room.

[@salty_systems]

Nice tank 😊 Actually i'm happy to see something like a pattern when it comes to Supplements: Iodine, Mn and Fe(GFO leaches a bit i've found that 0,027mg @ 200L is enough when dosed over a month) I'd be interested in some of the ICP results since Fluorine and Nickel is often mentioned by others just to have some sort of a reference. For my tank i've found that lower levels (0.56 0.85) have no bad impact. Strontium is not added? (Maybe provided by the calcium reactor)

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah strontium will be added in low values from the calcium reactor, but I agree, it will need more surely

[@rhombifer566]

🤯nice

[@ParkersReef]

It really is a beast!!

[@iraklisantoniou7645]

Thank you for sharing. That's an impressive system with some serious planning behind it. What kind of rock has been used for the scape ?

[@ParkersReef]

Looks to be caribsea, but I will see if I can find out for sure!

[@pubwvj]

Gorgeous. 😊 Is the tank glass? It looked to be glass. If glass is it tempered? Laminated? Thickness?

[@ParkersReef]

Yes it’s glass, I don’t think it’s tempered or laminated, I’m no tank builder but I believe it’s low iron float glass

[@Random.Thoughts21]

Another proof you don't need crazy expensive light to grow corals.

[@ParkersReef]

True that!

[@aaabraham14]

Beautiful tank indeed. My question, does he run just kalk? Thanks in advance,

[@ParkersReef]

Kalk and other elements as per Triton ICP results suggest

[@4k-reef]

Hey Guys, I run Kalk and Core 7 other methods. Cheers Lawrence

[@kennysullivan721]

YES

[@ParkersReef]

Yes indeed!!

[@Jesusrevus]

Here’s me with my Fluval Evo 52l with a Hector goby and a citron goby 😂

[@ParkersReef]

Hey we all gotta start somewhere!!

[@joanfor1157]

❤❤❤

[@ParkersReef]

nothing but love for this tank!

[@darrenshore5853]

Stick with filter floss pad. Its less hassle, costly etc. I made the musrake and went back to pads. Simple is better. There is a reason why wwc etc just use pads, put your hand in, pull sheet out, add new sheet, no electricity costs, no fideling with a machine to load new paper rolls, constantly fixing when it jams, the replacement paper works out more expensive then the floss as well

[@ParkersReef]

There is a simple beauty to it

[@jaredc5323]

Great tank! Sam do you know where Lawrence was able to source the Ocean Motions from locally?

[@ParkersReef]

I don’t think he did get them locally, but at least they are easy enough to import

[@ReefDork]

Enjoyed that, lovely tank - really healthy! What cameras do you use Sam?

[@ParkersReef]

Hey mate, nice to see you here! iPhone mostly, but canon r6 for the dslr shots

[@ReefDork]

@@ParkersReef Good to know - I'm gonna do more tank tours next year so working out the best setup!

[@tritonpower3641]

@@ReefDork Love it. Parker's reef and reef dork. My two favorite KZbin channels trading ideas. Love both your channels. Keep it up.

[@petarst]

Nice video Sam. What is this rock inside? First tank maybe, but someone is guiding him for sure. He said that this tank only rely on kalkwasser? What is his supplementation method?

[@ParkersReef]

Also using triton supplements after monthly ICP tests. Yeah getting some help from the community which is fantastic, we should all assist each other in this hobby where we can - we’re all trying achieve similar goals!

[@4k-reef]

Hey Guys, it's Lawrence here. I run Kalk and Triton core 7 other methods together. The rock inside is a combination of live rock and that Fiji artificial rock.

[@petarst]

@@4k-reef Core 7 is fantastic, can you share link where you get that rock? Very nice reef tank.

[@ParkersReef]

@petarst I’m not sure what rock it is sorry, I’ll see if I can find out for you though

[@petarst]

@@4k-reef fiji artifical rock if you have link to it please?

[@pulvermacher80]

Let the guy talk! You cut him off so much 😮

[@ParkersReef]

Appreciate the feedback, although I will respectfully disagree 👍🏻

[@thewarwithin4776]

this is my dream tank... but i dont think i could reach the bottom of the tank!

[@ParkersReef]

It’s a beauty!!!

[@peterperez4493]

It can’t be easy to get a fish out I bet

[@ParkersReef]

would take some catching!!!

[@pjshooter6]

I designed the superblue layout for the ledzeal mirage light. Kevin at ledzeal will verify this. I am not sure but it appears your x300 have my layout?

[@ParkersReef]

Ok cool

[@4k-reef]

Hi Bud, Yes they are the superblue layout. Interesting you designed the light scheme with Kevin. I really like these lights, they are super powerful with a great spectrum. I am currently running them at 25% and reaching over 500 PAR

[@ParkersReef]

Good stuff 👍🏻

[@pjshooter6]

@4k-reef yeah I had the Malibu model light on a previous tank, with a custom layout. When I was planning my new tanks, Kevin let me know the Malibu was going to be discontinued. I designed the layout by comparing the leds in the radion g5, hydra 64 and the orphek. Basically counted the colors of each, and decided the total by each channel and leds on each channel. A warning, the lights do not like moisture! I had 2 go bad , and I believe it was caused by moisture/corrosion. I replace one set with the A8s with meanwell and Cree, from Aliexpress. The x200 were peaked at 40% over my sps reef, the a8 are at 90% for the blue and purple channels, green 25,red 20 and white 20. If you end up needing to change lights I'd suggest looking at them. Kevin is no longer with ledzeal BTW.

[@ParkersReef]

@@pjshooter6 good stuff - do you have any footage or images of your tank you can share?

[@joelgregory3225]

Far out, 15 ft 😅 i don’t even have a room in my house big enough lol

[@ParkersReef]

It’s an epic system!!

[@Ant0n_42]

Im so lost can anyone tell me what the lights are ???

[@ParkersReef]

Ledzeal super blue layout is what I can gather, but I feel like I’m speaking another language as I am not familiar with them myself

[@quokkaYT]

How much do you guys pay for scolies over there? Nice (not top tier) ones are like $200usd here, I figure it's cheaper from the source?

[@anthonykirollos7802]

Definately not cheaper close to the source can still range high end in AUS at $350-500

[@ParkersReef]

Still expensive coral here, but we do have access to slightly better pricing being closer to the source

[@fredfinks]

the dude has a lift in his home. good coral is still crazy expensive here , even if you literally live right near the reef

[@ParkersReef]

@@fredfinks true that!

[@c4snipar]

It looks so better without the canopy!!!!!!

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah till you want to watch a movie without tank lights in your eyes 😅 Canopy like this gives you the flexibility of both which is nice

[@c4snipar]

Gotcha. All my tanks are in one room so I don’t have that problem.

[@ParkersReef]

Yeah nice one

[@madshepsreef282]

So Sam when you going bigger wink wink

[@ParkersReef]

Hahaha no, I can’t upgrade to something this size. It’s bigger than my house!!!

[@aana992]

He is loaded lol, he has a lift in his house 😂 I can’t even afford to use the lift in my local shopping centre Clearly inflation isn’t hurting this bloke, or interest rates, meh who cares I’ll start to worry when rates hit 500% pa 😂

[@ParkersReef]

you have to pay to use the lift at your local shopping centre?!?!

[@josephrodrigues7804]

How does Powder Blue survive...Its an Ich Magnet??????????

[@ParkersReef]

Big tank, lots of fish, isn't stressed like they are in most of our tanks as he has heaps of room to hide and get food