Why all the AI's for sale?

[The Guy]

Originally Posted by Jakegr

I still think the Sol is one of the best built LED fixtures out there. I think people are selling them to upgrade to newer, thinner, "full spectrum" fixtures. Used Sols are a decent deal at $250-300 used, but I wouldn't spend more than that given that you can get some pretty awesome brand new fixtures for $400 now.

I personally do not think "full spectrum" lights will have any noticeable growth benefit. There is a well established science behind using red lights to grow plants/algae more efficiently, but more efficiently does not mean faster. It just means it uses less power. I think the use of multi-color LEDs serves more to improve appearance of corals.

Totally agree with you, I have 2 sols on my 90g and they work great for me so far. I have had no issues with original controller.

[Pan]

Originally Posted by mark

Seems like everyone is selling theirs, something new for around the same price I missed that's come out?

Was thinking about a set rather than replacing my MH bulbs when they're due but seeing so many FS lately has me wondering if I should stay away.

LED is new technology, you will always need to "upgrade" to have the latest in LED TECH that is until the technology matures ......but given the nature of it...that may never happen.

I'm not an LED fan I don't adopt a technology until it has proven itself....I don't think LED is there yet., but hey many swear buy them. But LED is like the smartphone craze, new features will always make some people want to upgrade.
Some will actually need it, others won't....

MH as T5 are matured technology for reefs...sure the fixtures can sort of change....but the technology itself is matured...trusted...and proven.