Yes!! I raised freshwater fish professionally in Sweden before moving to America and then turned saltwater and have never looked back.....be careful! You picked a really nice setup....have fun!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Very nice. It’s definitely fun to learn about this side of the hobby. Feel like I’ve learned a ton but still a long way to go!
@semisuccessfulreefer2204 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Subscribe to BRS tv.....so much good advice..good luck!
@bdbyace283 жыл бұрын
Setting up a new reef tank, regardless of size, is so exciting. Putting research & knowledge to the test to create an eco-system is so satisfying 👍
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more!
@TGODxRaid4 жыл бұрын
i been doing research on a reef tank but your video made it 100% easier.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Best of luck 👍🏻
@juscruzen5 ай бұрын
Nice video bud! I like that water box and accessories you went with! Beautiful.
@juscruzen5 ай бұрын
Best video I’ve see about the water box 20!
@CichlidBros5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@foxchase7254 жыл бұрын
The one thing I recommend is switching out that refractometer for a Hanna salinity checker. Makes life so much easier and no guessing
@josephmancuso65214 жыл бұрын
I’ve been thinking about getting a Hanna but don’t you need to buy extra calibration solution since it needs to be calibrated often?
@foxchase7254 жыл бұрын
@@josephmancuso6521 depends. The salinity checker is recommended to calibrate about once a month or so for max accuracy. All the lfs I've been to sell the packets for less than $1 each. It amounts to less than what it would be to buy the calibration fluid for a refractometer
@josephmancuso65214 жыл бұрын
foxchase 72 thanks for that info! What are your thoughts on an Apera pc60 5 in 1? They’re like 50$ more than the Hanna but they also do pH and TDS which is nice. I just have a FOWLR tank for now but I figured it’s best to get the right equipment now for when I get some corals/gsp next month
@stephaniechristy94024 жыл бұрын
This video came right on time! Setting up my first salt water tank not sure of the gallons yet but anywhere from 75-125. My husband is not into the hobby so it’s just me going from freshwater to saltwater.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
That’s great! Good luck on the setup, I know it’s a lot to learn 👍🏻
@bmoney32884 жыл бұрын
You followed me a while back when I was doing terrarium and freshwater, I have been in the saltwater hobby for about 7 months after studying for like 12 months! I love that you guys are doing saltwater now, I’ve gotta do an update walking thru my sumped 40 breeder setup!
@bmoney32884 жыл бұрын
We are running so much of the same equitment!
@william950111 ай бұрын
Awesome video, I actually have a 125 mixed reef tank, but travel for work and tired of as much maintenance lol looking to purchase the 20 cube
@paulp6138 Жыл бұрын
I grew up near the ocean, sadly I had to move away when I was 14. Every time I go to the beach/scuba diving reminds me of when I was little. Building my first reef tank has been a dream, having that little piece of the ocean at home. Great video!
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@leeandmandybattersby59584 жыл бұрын
love to see anew saltwater tank being set up good luck cant wait to see it with corals and fish 👍🏻
@rob57664 жыл бұрын
Awesome salt water tank
@MikaTarkela10 ай бұрын
It looks beautiful! I'm really interested in trying one. Not planning on having any fish but I'd love to have some decorations. Just need to do some research first because I don't really have any knowledge about these things.
@angeldejesus38184 жыл бұрын
Me too i have 3 freshwater tanks for 5 years and i just set up a saltwater tank like 2 weeks ago cause it takes almost 1 month for the water to get rigth but its looking nice coral growing fast and fish big and healthy
@Burritosarebetterthantacos4 ай бұрын
Thought about the 25 for my first tank but 20 seems perfect for an office. Seeming like the initial cost will be much higher than I expected.
@AnchorDownBoat4 жыл бұрын
I just got my first Nano saltwater tank as well! I got a 10 gallon.🔥
@sintogendeng64183 жыл бұрын
How was ur reeftank now sir?
@AnchorDownBoat3 жыл бұрын
@@sintogendeng6418 going great I got a playlist on my channel.
@Algaewarrior4 жыл бұрын
Tank looks great. You are definitely doing it right! You may want to move the skimmer into the second chamber. I feel like it will get clogged up easily in the sock. You will probably have to change air blocks less too. Along for the ride!
@trickery100013 жыл бұрын
my sock was way to thick
@MACNTOSFAM4 жыл бұрын
RODI unit is good if you have larger tank requiring more water change volume and if you have an accessible water supply. i’m also planning to do a refugium or skimmer... either/or, maybe both.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Very nice. Those were my thoughts as well. Just knowing myself, this isn’t the last (or biggest) saltwater tank I’ll eventually have
@fishdiversityph52894 жыл бұрын
I can't wait for the next update video 🙏
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Coming soon!
@Moondoggy19414 жыл бұрын
Lesson learned I bought a EXT IM Lagoon 25, do yourself a favor and get the tank with the AIO, save yourself a lot of money not having to buy a sump big return pump and an expensive skimmer. This tank looks amazing, easy to be successful without a lot of money to spend.
@kelsers0074 жыл бұрын
I just stumbled upon your channel and was quite taken aback when you filmed the front of the store... where I also shop! Ha!
@BahamaLlamaCoral4 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the addiction!!!
@stefanpappas8222 жыл бұрын
Nice setup, what’s the total cost invested before fish coral etc?
@Holger-ki2cc4 жыл бұрын
Top Video at the right time. 👍 Since a long time i am thinking of setting up my first little saltwater tank. 😃
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Hope it was helpful!
@ham73574 жыл бұрын
People make saltwater tanks sound more difficult than they really are. Don’t over feed and do routine water changes. Easy
@MHAquaticsUK4 жыл бұрын
Wow love this tank! Good job!
@kellerwendt62854 жыл бұрын
love the video!!! setting up a 60 gallon saltwater right now!! already got a 5 gallon set up. let me know if you need any help
@demontanks94853 жыл бұрын
I need help
@charliecanal24962 жыл бұрын
nice tank man. quick question how come you chose the cube 20 instead of the peninsula mini 25
@ronderfulaquariums29784 жыл бұрын
Love the desk awesome job
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Scarrycamrry4 жыл бұрын
Great idea awesome 👏
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kschannel7273 жыл бұрын
really nice, May I ask which kind of Caribsea sand are you using? Fiji or special grade?
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It’s fiji
@prince151ful4 жыл бұрын
Very nice.. thanks for the video.
@kidzag4 жыл бұрын
Looks great ! You are going to need to turn the MP10 so that the cord is pointing up. This takes stress off the cord and keeps the motor from falling off the tank. Also you might want to take a look at the Tunze 9001 DC Skimmer, it fits in the center chamber and is a proper skimmer for reefkeeping.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And noted. I’ll look into that 👍🏻
@aquariumplanet39244 жыл бұрын
Your videos are fabulous
@amtravelsaus4 жыл бұрын
That looks totally neat ! .....exiting to see you guys doing saltwater now & can't wait to see what you stock it with !!!🤙
@aquariumplanet39244 жыл бұрын
Good job sir 👍👍👍👍👍
@nevershotpar4 жыл бұрын
Nice setup. I just jumped right in to a saltwater tank myself. Quinn you should switch to Stagg so you can teach my kids 😁 I’ll help you move the tanks lol
@ashketchup10933 жыл бұрын
Hey, do you need/use the sponge and filter sock, even if you have the skimmer?
@josearizmendi42664 жыл бұрын
This tank is dope, clean and simple. Do you think this would be a good tank for a 2.5inch mantis shrimp?
@Val_Halla7774 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍 Prediction: Eventually you’ll switch out that ReefGlass skimmer for something much better like a Tunze Comline DOC skimmer. For now you might considering buying a skimmer waste collector with float switch to avoid overflows.
@wesleyturner19794 жыл бұрын
Prediction: Eventually he won't have a skimmer in this small of a tank and he'll end up having a serious tank over 50 gallons.
@max11884 жыл бұрын
Love the aquasquape 🤩❤️
@tiagofaria80643 жыл бұрын
You have probably addressed this by now but the level sensor should not be placed in the exit chamber. If the system gets slightly clogged, and it will, the level in the last chamber will lower and definatelly it can and will overflow your tank. cheers
@paulshockley86324 жыл бұрын
Hey! Nice tank! I started my waterbox 20 cube about 4 months ago as well. First time in the saltwater hobby. Been doing fresh for over 20 plus years. Right now I have 2 clowns, 2 scarlet hermits, 2 blue legged hermits, and 4 trochus snails. Corals- frogspawn, hammer, acan, gsp, purple Xenia, mushroom, fox. Very similar to yours without the fire shrimp. Are you planning to add any other fish? I really want to add a royal gramma or pink streaked wrasse, at least a green clown goby but I also want to keep bio load low. If you plan on adding a fish what would you get? Thanks and looking forward to your next update!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I might not get any more fish for awhile, but will be adding more corals soon. Down the line a bit I might add a goby, but not sure yet
@Harolddespui4 жыл бұрын
Have you thought about taking the Peninsula mini? It has more depth.
@ferrellscales11554 жыл бұрын
Awesome video.
@DukeCityAquariums4 жыл бұрын
Looks good 👍
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@TheAntoniow322 жыл бұрын
Ok your located in Chicago me as well💯💯💪🏼
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Yup 👊🏻👊🏻
@keithberghoff41144 жыл бұрын
I almost bought the same tank for a freshwater aqua scape but the glass seems more suitable to reef system. Will go the ADA route.
@rustyfan89 Жыл бұрын
I just got a cube 20 but it’s gonna be a freshwater planted aquarium, the only fish I plan on putting in it is a pair of apistogramma
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Very nice
@Ummmmmkay884 жыл бұрын
Nice setup! 👍
@jachoreefer4 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the salt life, you should buy a smart power bar, that way you can control equipment from your phone, specially when doing water changes. unless your going to go the controller route. Good luck, looks good👍✅
@user-qg4io7ve4k4 жыл бұрын
Hi, very helpful video. Thanks. Did you put the carbon too? If yes, which part?
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I replaced the carbon when I added the refugium a bit later
@candiceli15944 жыл бұрын
This video is very helpful!
@Moose-41404 жыл бұрын
This video is amazing!!! So when you guys adding sharks?
@thereefinrican4 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Can’t wait to see fish and coral in it.
@jomijoh4 жыл бұрын
Did you already give out the info for your desk/stand carpenter? I’m considering a similar setup in my home office space. Your setup is great and I can’t wait to follow along.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Feel free to DM us on Instagram and we’ll pass along the info 👍🏻
@pellegrinoglentz81182 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking of making the return into 2 1/2 nozzle what do u think about flow
@Rycraft5v84 жыл бұрын
Cool video. How quiet is the unit? And are you able to get a low flow put of the pump that comes with the unit? I was looking at getting the Peninsula 15 for my home office and doing a planted Betta tank but don't want to blast the hell of him with some water return that's too powerful.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Overall it’s been very quiet. The pump that comes with the Waterbox has a dial to turn down the flow if needed
@theholt2ic2194 жыл бұрын
I love both sides of the aquarium hobby. I have both fresh and salt. It’s expensive but worth it. Both are beautiful just saltwater has so much more rules and complications. It’s a big headache especially when you encounter ich... because eventually you will😂
@Fifthimagez4 жыл бұрын
Congrats 🎉
@thom76673 жыл бұрын
Great setup. What kind of rock is that that you are using?
@wesleyturner19794 жыл бұрын
Fresh will be you're number one until its not ; ) happy reefing! (I still have a 100 gall Alto. Comp/Calvis tank but my 150 gal reef is the #1)
@niijiIndian Жыл бұрын
Great video one big nono 😢 you did dont ever put the heater in the same compartment as the return pump ⛽
@karlcoyote68823 жыл бұрын
Nice. Let me ask you, the company say, it is also possible to use the Waterbox 20 Cube as a freshwater aquarium. Is it loud? I think to use it in the room of my son. But I am not sure if it is too noisy. Thank you.
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
It's a pretty quiet tank overall, and I haven't had issues. I did change out the stock pump to a Sicce pump, which is super quiet
@karlcoyote68823 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Hi, thank you, is it possible to get such filtration system in a sleeping room? For freshwater we need only filtration.
@jorgedavidordonezmogrovejo84823 жыл бұрын
In your experience, what do you think about sicce syncra pump?
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
One of the best pumps in my experience
@DinoGooch3 жыл бұрын
When you first added all the water to ur tank was is the water u bought from ur local pet store? And if so how do you know if the salinity would be correct?
@johnbernier10254 жыл бұрын
Setting up Samar system myself. Looks like you followed Tom Reefers setup. He knows his stuff!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Exactly! He was one of the main people we followed and learned from. Great stuff
@johnbernier10254 жыл бұрын
Cichlid Bros yup, he knows his stuff. BTW had a 70 gallon Malawi back in the day.
@bogeymanshankers39044 жыл бұрын
New tank you won’t need a protein skimmer until you have a bio load! Also you’ll need to get the air bubbles smaller to catch the dissolved organic waste should skim dry
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
I didn’t keep the skimmer on until I added fish. It’s running smoothly now
@thom76673 жыл бұрын
Hello and thank you for posting this video. Is it possible that you can show a video without music in the background just to see how loud or not loud the tank is when running? My spouse is concerned about the noise level. Thank you in advance
@TOMReefer4 жыл бұрын
Great set up! Haha 😃👍🏻
@TOMReefer4 жыл бұрын
Maybe collaborate when you get it up and running? Cooperative learning? Haha. Something fun? I was a teacher for 25. 🤪
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
@@TOMReefer thank you! sorry for the late reply - just saw this comment. I actually learned a lot from your videos prior to the setup - you'll probably see a lot of similarities between our tanks!
@Goingpostal10004 жыл бұрын
Looks great! I freaked out a little for you when I saw you rub the the glass with a cloth after putting the sand in. End up with any scratches? I hate them so much I am endlessly paranoid.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And nope, all good. Used a new rag for it
@techtrader98583 жыл бұрын
How many rocks did you combine to create that? Looks amazing will try to copy it any tips
@lenadevlin55692 жыл бұрын
I love this tank! Do you still have it up and running?! I would love to see an update! I’m new here!
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We have a handful of videos on the channel of the progress over time
@jeffreytrespeces47084 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome can’t wait to see it fully stocked. How is old orchard aquarium’s freshwater fish selection? I usually go to aquarium adventure.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Old orchard had a great mix of salt and fresh water. Aquarium adventure has a larger selection overall, but old orchard seems to have the best saltwater
@thom76673 жыл бұрын
Is that CaribSea live rock? If so what package is that? Also with your protein skimmer, each time that you restart it do you have to prime it every time?
@Ceeziep3 жыл бұрын
I have a question. I have the fluval flex 15 and don’t like the vibration and noise of my pump. Is your sicce super quiet ans are there any others that are just as quiet as the sicce but a little more cost efficient
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
I love the Sicce pump. Very quiet and I feel better about it’s durability than the stock pump
@Ceeziep3 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros which do you recommend for my 15 gallon ? The 1.0 or 1.5
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
@@Ceeziep probably the 1.0
@Ceeziep3 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros thank you for responding love the videos you guys put out .. it really helped me with my 75gallon 🙏🏽👍🏼
@ytsfredo40843 жыл бұрын
Will I need a heater and a cooler for my fish if I’m wanting a saltwater aquarium?
@donvrgz94703 жыл бұрын
The chiller depends on the temperature of your house. The heater is a must
@bandthesupremefishguy86653 жыл бұрын
What pump you use cus mine loud asf at night
@brianalbatche59193 жыл бұрын
Don’t you have to replace that air stone every once in awhile on that protein skimmer?
@BahamaLlamaCoral4 жыл бұрын
Congrats on having EVERYTHING before setting up. Was gonna say you probably don't need the skimmer turned on until you add fish but it looks like you had it off in the reveal. Really love the scape too! Do you know which direction you're going with coral? Some great stores in Chicago - Tank It Easy is probably the closest to you. Looks like you're in the city. I had a hard time ever walking out of Blue Line Coral in Naperville without buying something...just some ideas. I'm sure you already know this but new to the channel. KZbin must be suggesting you now because you went SALT.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and welcome to the channel! Still researching the exact corals I’m gonna go with, but yep, will likely go to one of those stores, or possibly Gingerbread Corals or Old Orchard. Lots to learn but getting there 👌🏻
@cdyow3 жыл бұрын
Just set up my Waterbox 20 today and immediately noticed I might want a stronger pump. Which Syncra Silent did you get: 1.0 - 1.5 - 2.0? Are you still happy with it? Thanks, and best of luck.
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
I went with the 1.0 and have been very happy with it. Would recommend for sure
@cdyow3 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros I appreciate it; thanks!
@DinoGooch3 жыл бұрын
May i ask where is a good source of information. I’m interested into the hobby and don’t know where exactly to research from. What “sites/books” did you read or watch to care for a Nani reef aquarium?
@Deezy8154 жыл бұрын
Yo!! Old orchard is my favorite fish store
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
It’s an awesome place!
@wesleyturner19794 жыл бұрын
Cheep rout alert! Jebao DC powerbeads have been good for me. I've had 2 over a year and one I've had over 3 years and they are still going strong . They are 1/10 the price of the MP 40 I have.
@petermoleda88334 жыл бұрын
how much did u spend for the 20L cube and exactly which one is it from the website they have like 30 choices on the same tank on there website
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
It’s the Waterbox cube 20. I believe the tank and light together was $400 or so
@alexandercollins91464 жыл бұрын
Love this! You brothers are amazing!
@Andrewsnwhdhzjsbdbdh4 жыл бұрын
What setting do you have on the sicce pump I have the same tank and I just got 1.0 but I have to have it on the lowest setting since the water level in the return pump compartment gets so low?
@Beakedcube4 жыл бұрын
Love the video brother. Deserves the sub!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Much appreciated!
@ryanwong70544 жыл бұрын
When your local fish store just casually has a barracuda
@JoshuaPrice003 жыл бұрын
Can you update us on it I just got the same tank and wanna do the same setup please do a in depth setup tour of the tank
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Yep, we’ll be showing it again soon. But here’s one of the latest videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6jRpaVmbr2Dm9U
@maximilianonardi74734 жыл бұрын
I just got the same aquarium. What is the reason of going with that type of skimmer over a regular one (Tunze?)
@TOMReefer4 жыл бұрын
Maximiliano Nardi , the reef glass skimmers are really small, and fit nicely into the first back overflow compartment on the WB 20 cube 👍🏻😊
@TGODxRaid4 жыл бұрын
how do you like that flipper nano?
@MilkkMann273 жыл бұрын
Can we get an update on this tank??
@pellegrinoglentz81182 жыл бұрын
How does that glass reef skimmer waorking
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Still working well!
@jennisonr4 жыл бұрын
What is the wave maker model u use??
@Adriangfilms3 жыл бұрын
How much of the ammonia did you add?
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Just followed the instructions on the label for drops per gallon
@bettasyguppy_zr31864 жыл бұрын
Blessing 👍 💪
@SP-os3yy3 жыл бұрын
Wait so this tank come w built in filter?
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Yeah the back compartment is the filtration and pump
@ifly652 жыл бұрын
What was the cost of everything shown?
@insaneblank21184 жыл бұрын
How's that duetto ato holding up so far? Just ordered one but I've heard mixed reviews
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
It’s been working well so far - about 3 months in without issue
@insaneblank21184 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros awesome just got it today and installed it. I didn't know old orchard existed till I saw your video too! Gave em a visit and it's really nice, got my water there too