Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro

[dustinc]

I wanted to post the update I posted to my build thread here so others looking at lighting could have some feedback on the new Giesemann Fixtures that just arrived to BRS.

I ended up making a major change to the lighting of the tank and my initial thoughts are very positive. So let's talk about it!

I absolutely love Halide/T5 and what it's produced for years. The problem I was having was the heat in such a tight, enclosed area. The chiller could keep up just fine, but the temp would get over 100 degrees in the room while the Halides and Chiller were running and made it super uncomfortable to work in the room. So I was looking all over for a solid solution and thought of many different options. I was ultimately deciding between 3 Quanta Atlas w/ the 2 Helix Meso Blue Bars I already owned or full AI Blades to do my best to mimic full T5 or Halide/LED combo.

That was until I found what looked to be the absolute perfect light. I ordered the 59" Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro w/ 4 Center Channels & 2 Additional V12 Matrix Extensions in Deep Sea Blue. This combo to the naked eye is absolutely beautiful and so comparable with my 72" Spectra Unit w/ 3x250w Radiums, 4 T5s, and 2 Meso blues. The diffused panels on the led bars gives a true T5 look to the tank and when the center channels are running, that beautiful subtle shimmer of halide to make the tank come alive. Below are some photos of the light fixture and some data regarding the Par Readings (Red is Aurora V12 100% and Green is Spectra with all lights on).

The fixture...

Below are Spectrum Comparisons (Top = Aurora & Bottom = Spectra)

Lastly, a few par numbers. These are taken with the fixture 12" above the waterline and the Spectra was 8" above the waterline. I didn't take many with the Spectra, but they are in green. It seems the Halide/T5 has more punch at the top while the LED has more punch in the bottom and better spread throughout the tank.

Hopefully this helps anyone considering these brand new lights to the US. It's also important to point out, the Halide/T5 combo was 1310 watts when running at 100%, while this new fixture is 730 watts at 100% all channels. I know this data isn't perfect, but was all completed using the same equipment by me, so the comparison should be solid. I'm very impressed and can't wait to see how they do long term.

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Those are some impressive numbers you are getting from those lights! I'm curious to see how they will do long-term as well, and what kind of coral growth you will get with them!

 

[Steve D.]

I wanted to post the update I posted to my build thread here so others looking at lighting could have some feedback on the new Giesemann Fixtures that just arrived to BRS.

I ended up making a major change to the lighting of the tank and my initial thoughts are very positive. So let's talk about it!

I absolutely love Halide/T5 and what it's produced for years. The problem I was having was the heat in such a tight, enclosed area. The chiller could keep up just fine, but the temp would get over 100 degrees in the room while the Halides and Chiller were running and made it super uncomfortable to work in the room. So I was looking all over for a solid solution and thought of many different options. I was ultimately deciding between 3 Quanta Atlas w/ the 2 Helix Meso Blue Bars I already owned or full AI Blades to do my best to mimic full T5 or Halide/LED combo.

That was until I found what looked to be the absolute perfect light. I ordered the 59" Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro w/ 4 Center Channels & 2 Additional V12 Matrix Extensions in Deep Sea Blue. This combo to the naked eye is absolutely beautiful and so comparable with my 72" Spectra Unit w/ 3x250w Radiums, 4 T5s, and 2 Meso blues. The diffused panels on the led bars gives a true T5 look to the tank and when the center channels are running, that beautiful subtle shimmer of halide to make the tank come alive. Below are some photos of the light fixture and some data regarding the Par Readings (Red is Aurora V12 100% and Green is Spectra with all lights on).

The fixture...

Below are Spectrum Comparisons (Top = Aurora & Bottom = Spectra)

Lastly, a few par numbers. These are taken with the fixture 12" above the waterline and the Spectra was 8" above the waterline. I didn't take many with the Spectra, but they are in green. It seems the Halide/T5 has more punch at the top while the LED has more punch in the bottom and better spread throughout the tank.

Hopefully this helps anyone considering these brand new lights to the US. It's also important to point out, the Halide/T5 combo was 1310 watts when running at 100%, while this new fixture is 730 watts at 100% all channels. I know this data isn't perfect, but was all completed using the same equipment by me, so the comparison should be solid. I'm very impressed and can't wait to see how they do long term.

Steve here from Meudon, France. I just purchased the Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro for a brand new aquarium. Haven't used it yet besides turning it on. I'm still a little intimidated regarding it's configuration and use. Although the tank has not yet been set up, I already had the light hung from the ceiling with 30 centimeters distance from water level which is what Giesemann recommends. (I was surprised by your 12 inches.) In addition, you added 2 additional matrix extensions! Wow! That's a lot of lighting! I discussed this with Giesemann (Lutz) and he suggested that the simple 90 centimeter light was more than enough to light my redsea 350 G2 peninsula. So that's all I've got. Once the tank is filled and set up, I decide whether to add the extensions, hoping they're not too complicated to install. I also don't own a device to measure par so its going to have to be judgemental. In any case, I was delighted to hear your positive feedback regarding the lamp. I'll post a photo of my tank to you once its set up (scheduled for May 15). I REALLY delighted in reading your post! Thank you very much for posting this. Its loaded with information. Best, sd

 

[dustinc]

Steve here from Meudon, France. I just purchased the Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro for a brand new aquarium. Haven't used it yet besides turning it on. I'm still a little intimidated regarding it's configuration and use. Although the tank has not yet been set up, I already had the light hung from the ceiling with 30 centimeters distance from water level which is what Giesemann recommends. (I was surprised by your 12 inches.) In addition, you added 2 additional matrix extensions! Wow! That's a lot of lighting! I discussed this with Giesemann (Lutz) and he suggested that the simple 90 centimeter light was more than enough to light my redsea 350 G2 peninsula. So that's all I've got. Once the tank is filled and set up, I decide whether to add the extensions, hoping they're not too complicated to install. I also don't own a device to measure par so its going to have to be judgemental. In any case, I was delighted to hear your positive feedback regarding the lamp. I'll post a photo of my tank to you once its set up (scheduled for May 15). I REALLY delighted in reading your post! Thank you very much for posting this. Its loaded with information. Best, sd

Hey there, I think you made a great decision. 30cm is 11.8 inches, so basically the same. It was very easy to install the additional bars. They ultimately snap sideways into the chassis and then there are some metal brackets to hold the spacing once installed. Excited to see your setup!

 

[Jahslove]

I wanted to post the update I posted to my build thread here so others looking at lighting could have some feedback on the new Giesemann Fixtures that just arrived to BRS.

I ended up making a major change to the lighting of the tank and my initial thoughts are very positive. So let's talk about it!

I absolutely love Halide/T5 and what it's produced for years. The problem I was having was the heat in such a tight, enclosed area. The chiller could keep up just fine, but the temp would get over 100 degrees in the room while the Halides and Chiller were running and made it super uncomfortable to work in the room. So I was looking all over for a solid solution and thought of many different options. I was ultimately deciding between 3 Quanta Atlas w/ the 2 Helix Meso Blue Bars I already owned or full AI Blades to do my best to mimic full T5 or Halide/LED combo.

That was until I found what looked to be the absolute perfect light. I ordered the 59" Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro w/ 4 Center Channels & 2 Additional V12 Matrix Extensions in Deep Sea Blue. This combo to the naked eye is absolutely beautiful and so comparable with my 72" Spectra Unit w/ 3x250w Radiums, 4 T5s, and 2 Meso blues. The diffused panels on the led bars gives a true T5 look to the tank and when the center channels are running, that beautiful subtle shimmer of halide to make the tank come alive. Below are some photos of the light fixture and some data regarding the Par Readings (Red is Aurora V12 100% and Green is Spectra with all lights on).

The fixture...

Below are Spectrum Comparisons (Top = Aurora & Bottom = Spectra)

Lastly, a few par numbers. These are taken with the fixture 12" above the waterline and the Spectra was 8" above the waterline. I didn't take many with the Spectra, but they are in green. It seems the Halide/T5 has more punch at the top while the LED has more punch in the bottom and better spread throughout the tank.

Hopefully this helps anyone considering these brand new lights to the US. It's also important to point out, the Halide/T5 combo was 1310 watts when running at 100%, while this new fixture is 730 watts at 100% all channels. I know this data isn't perfect, but was all completed using the same equipment by me, so the comparison should be solid. I'm very impressed and can't wait to see how they do long term.

 

[Jahslove]

What are your light settings? I have my light roughly 11 plus inches above water surface. Tank is 3ft deep and running all channels in overdrive for 6 hours, 2 hour ramp up and down on each end of the light cycle. Mixed reef sps-dominant.

 

[Steve D.]

I wanted to post the update I posted to my build thread here so others looking at lighting could have some feedback on the new Giesemann Fixtures that just arrived to BRS.

I ended up making a major change to the lighting of the tank and my initial thoughts are very positive. So let's talk about it!

I absolutely love Halide/T5 and what it's produced for years. The problem I was having was the heat in such a tight, enclosed area. The chiller could keep up just fine, but the temp would get over 100 degrees in the room while the Halides and Chiller were running and made it super uncomfortable to work in the room. So I was looking all over for a solid solution and thought of many different options. I was ultimately deciding between 3 Quanta Atlas w/ the 2 Helix Meso Blue Bars I already owned or full AI Blades to do my best to mimic full T5 or Halide/LED combo.

That was until I found what looked to be the absolute perfect light. I ordered the 59" Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro w/ 4 Center Channels & 2 Additional V12 Matrix Extensions in Deep Sea Blue. This combo to the naked eye is absolutely beautiful and so comparable with my 72" Spectra Unit w/ 3x250w Radiums, 4 T5s, and 2 Meso blues. The diffused panels on the led bars gives a true T5 look to the tank and when the center channels are running, that beautiful subtle shimmer of halide to make the tank come alive. Below are some photos of the light fixture and some data regarding the Par Readings (Red is Aurora V12 100% and Green is Spectra with all lights on).

The fixture...

Below are Spectrum Comparisons (Top = Aurora & Bottom = Spectra)

Lastly, a few par numbers. These are taken with the fixture 12" above the waterline and the Spectra was 8" above the waterline. I didn't take many with the Spectra, but they are in green. It seems the Halide/T5 has more punch at the top while the LED has more punch in the bottom and better spread throughout the tank.

Hopefully this helps anyone considering these brand new lights to the US. It's also important to point out, the Halide/T5 combo was 1310 watts when running at 100%, while this new fixture is 730 watts at 100% all channels. I know this data isn't perfect, but was all completed using the same equipment by me, so the comparison should be solid. I'm very impressed and can't wait to see how they do long term.

I wanted to post the update I posted to my build thread here so others looking at lighting could have some feedback on the new Giesemann Fixtures that just arrived to BRS.

I ended up making a major change to the lighting of the tank and my initial thoughts are very positive. So let's talk about it!

I absolutely love Halide/T5 and what it's produced for years. The problem I was having was the heat in such a tight, enclosed area. The chiller could keep up just fine, but the temp would get over 100 degrees in the room while the Halides and Chiller were running and made it super uncomfortable to work in the room. So I was looking all over for a solid solution and thought of many different options. I was ultimately deciding between 3 Quanta Atlas w/ the 2 Helix Meso Blue Bars I already owned or full AI Blades to do my best to mimic full T5 or Halide/LED combo.

That was until I found what looked to be the absolute perfect light. I ordered the 59" Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro w/ 4 Center Channels & 2 Additional V12 Matrix Extensions in Deep Sea Blue. This combo to the naked eye is absolutely beautiful and so comparable with my 72" Spectra Unit w/ 3x250w Radiums, 4 T5s, and 2 Meso blues. The diffused panels on the led bars gives a true T5 look to the tank and when the center channels are running, that beautiful subtle shimmer of halide to make the tank come alive. Below are some photos of the light fixture and some data regarding the Par Readings (Red is Aurora V12 100% and Green is Spectra with all lights on).

The fixture...

Below are Spectrum Comparisons (Top = Aurora & Bottom = Spectra)

Lastly, a few par numbers. These are taken with the fixture 12" above the waterline and the Spectra was 8" above the waterline. I didn't take many with the Spectra, but they are in green. It seems the Halide/T5 has more punch at the top while the LED has more punch in the bottom and better spread throughout the tank.

Hopefully this helps anyone considering these brand new lights to the US. It's also important to point out, the Halide/T5 combo was 1310 watts when running at 100%, while this new fixture is 730 watts at 100% all channels. I know this data isn't perfect, but was all completed using the same equipment by me, so the comparison should be solid. I'm very impressed and can't wait to see how they do long term.
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Dear Dustinc, My Giesemann is up and running (since yesterday!), the aquarium is cycled and I'm going into stocking mode. I've got some questions though and I'm going to call the Germans related to the configuation but perhaps you can help me (since you're also on an RS reefer of the same depth) with respect to the power. I'm somewhat overwhelmed with the power of this lighting. If I configure it at 100%, local police are going to be at my door and european authorities are going put me under survelance on suspicion of terrorism before my wife moves out and divorces. So my question to you is, what minimum power setting do I need to grow coral? At FIFTY percent it lights the neihborhood! (see photo). I saw that you already studied this. Can you be so kind and provide me some guidance on this? Thank you very much in advance. I don't have extension which I almost bought on initial order.

 

[dustinc]

Such a beautiful fixture. I recently replaced mine due to several issues with the fixture (Believe it's because it came in damaged). Great fixture however!

 

[Steve D.]

I wanted to post the update I posted to my build thread here so others looking at lighting could have some feedback on the new Giesemann Fixtures that just arrived to BRS.

I ended up making a major change to the lighting of the tank and my initial thoughts are very positive. So let's talk about it!

I absolutely love Halide/T5 and what it's produced for years. The problem I was having was the heat in such a tight, enclosed area. The chiller could keep up just fine, but the temp would get over 100 degrees in the room while the Halides and Chiller were running and made it super uncomfortable to work in the room. So I was looking all over for a solid solution and thought of many different options. I was ultimately deciding between 3 Quanta Atlas w/ the 2 Helix Meso Blue Bars I already owned or full AI Blades to do my best to mimic full T5 or Halide/LED combo.

That was until I found what looked to be the absolute perfect light. I ordered the 59" Giesemann Aurora V12 Pro w/ 4 Center Channels & 2 Additional V12 Matrix Extensions in Deep Sea Blue. This combo to the naked eye is absolutely beautiful and so comparable with my 72" Spectra Unit w/ 3x250w Radiums, 4 T5s, and 2 Meso blues. The diffused panels on the led bars gives a true T5 look to the tank and when the center channels are running, that beautiful subtle shimmer of halide to make the tank come alive. Below are some photos of the light fixture and some data regarding the Par Readings (Red is Aurora V12 100% and Green is Spectra with all lights on).

The fixture...

Below are Spectrum Comparisons (Top = Aurora & Bottom = Spectra)

Lastly, a few par numbers. These are taken with the fixture 12" above the waterline and the Spectra was 8" above the waterline. I didn't take many with the Spectra, but they are in green. It seems the Halide/T5 has more punch at the top while the LED has more punch in the bottom and better spread throughout the tank.

Hopefully this helps anyone considering these brand new lights to the US. It's also important to point out, the Halide/T5 combo was 1310 watts when running at 100%, while this new fixture is 730 watts at 100% all channels. I know this data isn't perfect, but was all completed using the same equipment by me, so the comparison should be solid. I'm very impressed and can't wait to see how they do long term.
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Dear Dustinc, I already posted a question like this but I believe you never received it. Not sur I pisted correctly.....I've got my Giesemann up and running and I'm a little bit stunned by the power of this lamp. I'm currently lighting my 60cm deap RS peninsulas at 50% and WOW, this thing is powerfull. I saw that you studied par and parameters in your previos message. What light intensity are you using. Also, have you made any adjustments to the color settings? Do the livestock require this intensive a light? Thank you for any advice you might give me. Best, sd