I have a 6055 in my RSM and MP40 in my 150 SPS tank, IMO you can't beat the build quality of Tunze. The option of choosing the direction of flow is definitely a plus for the Tunze. I do like my MP40 and feature wise it's no different than the MP10. My MP40 does a good Job but a couple of larger Tunzes with a controller would be just as good. I haven't had my MP40 for that long so I can't speak for longevity but I do know it's damn near impossible to kill a Tunze. I guess my point is that MP10, MP40, and MP60 have become a bit of a status thing in this hobby and IMO the equally capable Tunze PH's don't get enough credit.

besides my split return there is no other flow in my tank. I honestly don't find the mp10 that loud... usually don't hear it over the tv. I have been debating getting another mp10... just for some more flow as there are a couple minor dead spots, nothing that serious. The MP10 gives enough flow to keep my BTA & clam happy...

The video's good for hearing what it sounds like... the sound is not unlike the wavebox I had on the old tank. The tricky part is how to set the volume on the computer speakers.

No disagreement on the quality of the Tunze's. My only real complaint is that I "think" that the Tunze might have too much of a concentrated stream of water. Maybe swapping the 6045 out for a second 6055 and setting them up to complement each other would be the fix I'm looking for to get that randomized chaotic flow in the tank...

It'd be nice if stores would actually set-up and showcase the products they sell so people wouldn't be stuck buying blind. I'd love to Hear one in action!

I'm running an MP 10 and a MP 40 ,both WES...Have never run a Tunze, so I know nothing about them.
I love my MP's so far.My tank has improved alot since installation.The fish and coral are loving them too.
I have them synced up at either end of my 77, and they do a great job.
I have them 7" down on both sides and still get some great wave action.They are a little noisy for sure,but not too crazy IMO( I acually find my mp 10 more anoying).Some settings are a little more anoying than others,but you can adj power down a little for more quiet operation as well.
I think 1 MP 10 would do your tank no prob.But 2 would be much better as you could dial down on the power for longer life and quieter operation
Reef crest is my fav as well

Please share more about this? I've only had my Vortechs for a month or so and had no idea they could be modded. I would love them to be quiet.

What should I google?

You can mod the Tunze powerheads by cutting the flow director and making it shorter. This creates a wider flow pattern similar to the Vortechs. It doesn't even void the warranty. If you ever want to change it back, you just buy a new casing.

- Brad

Hi, I have been using Tunze for years, products are great and never had any issues of breaking down, in fact I never clean any of my Tunze streams and they still perform, thought about the ecotech but given the history of noise and support, we'll see. I do like the wireless idea though, and the fact that you don't have the cable submerged in the tank. So for me its the Tunze. Regards Ken...oh maybe I'll clean the Tunze and probsbly get a better flow action .

new nanostream - 6095; might be something to look into;

http://glassbox-design.com/2011/tunze-nanostream-6095/

I have two MP 20,s {well just sold one} and they work flawless. I owned several Tunze streams, only the 6080,s my fav. Of course on larger tanks. If I did it all over again, I would stick with the Tunze products. As I said my Vortechs have been perfect so no complaint but for the price and reliability I would stick with Tunze.

At least thats my personal preference. For my smaller cube, besides the MP 20 I have running, I just ordered the Hydor 1400 stream pump. Hard to beat it @ $54.

I got this from Bluetang<3. Also Christy tried this but had a little mishap.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1901337