Super Simple Red Sea Max Nano Aquarium Setup... It’s So EASY!

Setting up a reef tank couldn't be EASIER! Today, Matthew is kicking off the latest in his garden series but showing us how to set the Red Sea Max Nano aquarium. It comes with EVERYTHING you will need, making it a TRUE all-in-one aquarium system. Matthew's here to show you how to set everything up, along with helpful tips along the way. Want to know what's going into this awesome little saltwater tank? Follow along and find out!
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00:00 - Intro
00:25 - The Specs
01:36 - Installation
02:03 - 5 Cabinet Installation Tips
03:29 - Tank & Equipment Installation
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[@Eric_Allen]

I absolutely love my Max Nano. Beautiful design.

[@matthewbrstv38]

Agreed, they are really slick tanks!

[@keelanakokan5407]

Hi Matthew! Recently got my fluval flex evo marine. Been binge watching your videos ever since. You really are a joy to watch and making me so excited to make my journey in this hobby! Keep up the good work and inspiring lots of new reefers out there. 🥰

[@matthewbrstv38]

Exiled 001, that is so kind of you! Glad the videos have been helpful and thanks for taking time to leave the comment! 🙂

[@mckenzie390]

Love your series Matthew. Keep up the good work !

[@matthewbrstv38]

Thanks McKenzie!

[@Reefspidey]

I just got this tank and I love it!

[@tekkersreefer8055]

Great can't wait as i just got new nano Peninsula to lol

[@matthewbrstv38]

Oh, that peninsula one looks nice! Just a little bit bigger and more viewing space for sure!

[@rogerandout1767]

Thanks for vids Matthew love the tips, opinions and shared experiences.

[@matthewbrstv38]

You're welcome Roger! Thanks for taking time to comment!

[@RogueAquariums]

A nice AIO system Matthew. Clean looking and the stand looks like it’s built well.

[@matthewbrstv38]

Totally agree Darren, nice system for sure! 🙂

[@pinsandscrews6459]

The Cabinet is small enough, assembling on a Bed is nice because it also raises the construction to a more reasonable height to work with. Just make sure the bed is made, and try to pull the top blanket/quilt/Duvet/Sheet etc tight and use a large bowl for the screws and small pieces.

[@problemprone]

Mine gets here Thursday (07/28/22) so this is great timing!!

[@matthewbrstv38]

Sweet! You must be excited!!!

[@sagrath1982]

Should make a video comparing all major aquarium brand … Red Sea, water box, jb, Fiji etc.. Great vid Matthew

[@AndrewChilcott100]

I really like mine, been running just over a year now and it’s thriving, ditched the tiny suppled ATO and got a D&D one with reservoir in the cabinet, also running a D&D 100w titanium heater, controller and cooling fans for the summer, two head reef dose running all for reef and vibrant (just once a week) I have the reefwave 25 but it’s well overkill, I just wanted everything all on one app, only problem now is I’m running out of room for the corals 🤣

[@matthewbrstv38]

Have you run out of room yet? Sounds like a pretty nice setup you got going!

[@AndrewChilcott100]

Very nearly! I have firework clove polyps on a small rock that are growing like mad, I would love to frag them up but I don’t really have the room for all the plugs lol

[@brian-te4xs]

Hey Mathew, I am looking forward to the new series on the max nano. I enjoy your videos and I have learned a lot. My wife and I just purchased the nano peninsula from BRS. Tell the fellas at BRS you had a part in the sale: time stamp 08/25 @ 9:51, shipping to Bermuda Dunes, Ca. Take care

[@BRStv]

Thanks so much for the support! 🙏 We wish you well on your reefing journey. Never hesitate to reach out for help if you need it along the way!

[@johnson4523]

What is that type of electrical connection between the pumps/lights and power supply? Is that proprietary and would be annoying to change pumps if needed?

[@ethanrussell3163]

Hey Matthew! What is the tank on the left hand side behind you?

[@firshady]

Hi, the bubble trap sponge is to be wash everytime? And how do I wash it? And wouldn’t washing it make the beneficial bacteria be gone?

[@AnonymousReefer]

When are you uploading the next of the series?!

[@modotd3885]

Great Vid. Where does the heater sit?

[@matthewbrstv38]

Doh, I didn't even mention the heater! I'm in Palm Springs so in the summer our home doesn't ever get below 77! Any small heater will fit in either the filter sock chamber or the return pump chamber.

[@jawon70]

Red sea max nano its a verry nice tank. Almost bought it. Now i have the waterbox marine x 35.1 ,its the same size but it has a sump.

[@matthewbrstv38]

Oh yeah, tha waterbox system is super nice, and it's great to have the sump. Gives you more options for sure.

[@riomadoro72]

Believe me, Waterbox Marine x is ten times better that Red Sea Max.

[@Poseidonsreef]

You said all you need is saltwater rock and sand this system comes with a heater ?

[@r00stertv18]

This is labeled as a series but the playlist only has 1 video. I was looking forward to seeing examples of this tank stocked and setup as suggested in the description. Did those videos get cataloged wrong, or did they just never happen?

[@BRStv]

They haven't happened quite yet, stay tuned!

[@CGKFPV]

still looking forward to those videos ;) just purchased my first Max Nano Peninsula!@@BRStv

[@nguyenphu6537]

Hi I have Red Sea 90 light how can set up light for 24 gallon tank

[@jamesyep8756]

Hi Matthew - I have a question as it seems even google doesn’t have the answer! What is a rear sump . I should state I am a complete novice and this would be my first set up in the marine world i have had a freshwater tank about 10 years ago that was probably 120 litres. I cannot reconcile myself to the idea of a sump under the tank. I am hoping that a rear sump is one that is contained in the main tank so there is no chance of leaks… unless the tank glass falls apart. I realise that will mean I am left will less total water volume but id rather live with that for now. !!!

[@BRStv]

You're exactly right! Tanks with rear sumps are typically referred to as All-In-One (AIO for short) aquariums because the filtration is contained within the tank itself. Innovative Marine, Red Sea, Fiji Cube, JBJ, and other aquarium manufacturers all have some great AIO style tank options. We have AIO style tanks from 3.8 gallons all the way up to 120 gallons, so there is an AIO option for just about everyone 🙂 As always, don't be shy with any other questions. We're here to help and happy to help!

[@TheMavicz]

What the other tank behind you ?

[@dfwreefing6388]

Will the seals hold unlike other redsea tanks?

[@matthewbrstv38]

This is my second red sea tank, and I haven't experienced those problems. But I will say, since it has a rear filtration chamber, there really aren't any seals like bulkheads you see in sump setups.

[@daviddecker3739]

What light does the tank come with?

[@matthewbrstv38]

Red Sea ReefLED 50. My first time with it but I really like its interface so far!

[@Crazy88boss1]

How tall is the overall setup? I’d love to put this in my office but worried about Height restraints

[@BRStv]

The stand + tank is about 52" tall. Plus about another 8" or so for the light, so you'll need at least 5' of height.

[@Crazy88boss1]

@@BRStv thats awesome thank you

[@markcouch9027]

I have it very loud. For what costs.

[@BRStv]

If it's a water trickle kind of sound, try increasing the water level in the rear sump.

[@andrewking7144]

Great

[@martinouellette4742]

Matthew. Change your shirt back to Bulk Reef Supply!

[@matthewbrstv38]

Haha, don't worry, I will. I just got this shirt so thought I would wear it! But not to worry, I have many, many more BRS shirts!!!

[@martinouellette4742]

Haha Yeah It’s still a nice looking shirt.

[@forceonefromrylos3924]

Love the content, quality and information in the video over the years. However, It is unfortunate and unexpected to see open proselytization.

[@VolodymyrBohomolov]

This is not that good considering the cost. Noisy pumps and skimmer, no place for a decent heater - have mine in the display, ato is a joke, light keeps disconnecting from wifi, no spectrum adjustments, the return pump installation and sponge cleaning is a mess, overflows to skimmer chamber instead of the sock with a waterfall sound. I regret not buying a real tank with the sump tbh. I’ve spent like 1k more on upgrading it already and still not there

[@Cosigner22]

Protein skimmers are so unnecessary in Nano tanks... Such a waste of money

[@BRStv]

You can definitely get by without one in a nano system when water changes are so quick and easy 😀

[@riomadoro72]

I have a Nano Max, Aquarium is ok, but the Light and App Setup with WIFI is the greatest bullshit that i have ever seen. Disappointing App, first Setup terrible bad. The App is ridiculous, and after 4 Month i have changed the LED against a Kessil Tuna Blue. Bad WIFI Technical Products 👎.

[@matthewbrstv38]

Thanks for sharing and sorry you had this experience. Maybe it's my history with other wifi apps that were even more challenging. I'll have to wait and see if I run into any of those problems as I build out this tank!

[@EddieDubs]

I appreciate your enthusiasm, but this video rushes through and straight up omits vital information. Not a good guide.

[@40rtyrolls31]

I have to say this is probably the worst set a video as ever seen in my life