Love the lighting and shadows in the corners. Those fish are gonna POP in that set up!
@shubunkin.goldfishtank4 жыл бұрын
Nice upgrade! the black sand looks awesome in it!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
thank you!!
@micahrocks59692 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 125!! This gives me a great idea of what I could do with mine! I'm currently breeding Black Convict Cichlids in a 29 and I have an empty 40 breeder for a grow out tank!
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad this was helpful!
@clintsinger68934 жыл бұрын
Wow, such a nice tank. Black theme is way out there, i think i may steal the idea for my tank.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Clint Singer thank you! We’re really enjoying the setup so far. Glad you liked it 👍🏻
@CichlidFanatic4 жыл бұрын
That tank looks amazing, i really like those rocks and how you have them setup.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Cichlid Fanatic thank you! We tried to keep it simple to avoid the territorial aggression that comes with haps 👌🏻
@CichlidFanatic4 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros where did you get the rocks from?
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Cichlid Fanatic we actually got them from a nearby pond 👌🏻
@jackanddan4 жыл бұрын
Great job....cool you guys can all do this together.... great deal in that 125....always nice to use medium from an existing tank....we always do this too.... black sand is great....the haps look “happy”....hahaha....that’s a fish nerd joke....😆😆
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
haha love it! thanks for watching and commenting!
@maximusaquatics78354 жыл бұрын
Nicely done! Tank & crew look excellent.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Maximus Aquatics thank you! Much appreciated!
@fidgeSRT9 ай бұрын
Love the video but even more that during the set up college football was being watched 😂🎉
@CichlidBros9 ай бұрын
Haha of course!
@paolalobos3442 жыл бұрын
Kool tank
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@joeader604610 ай бұрын
This video is so helpful to me because I am getting the exact same tank
@CichlidBros10 ай бұрын
Awesome, best of luck
@ellicottvilleaquatics37014 жыл бұрын
Great video guys! That fx6 will keep your water nice and clean!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
thank you! Appreciate it
@FrankiesUploads4 жыл бұрын
Just subbed! I'll be sure to check out your content in the coming days!
@LK50634 Жыл бұрын
Very awesome video amazing setup 👌 beautiful tank amazing fishes thnxs for sharing
@CichlidBros10 ай бұрын
Of course, thanks for watching!
@LK5063410 ай бұрын
Your welcome anytime my friend I love your channel and content
@CichlidBros10 ай бұрын
@STR506 really appreciate that!!
@dexterbryant7255 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful tank fella's....
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@adamc79184 жыл бұрын
Very nice guys
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Adam C thanks, Adam! Appreciate it 👌🏻
@CarolinaSkol2 жыл бұрын
I set my tanks up the same way except i spray paint the back and sides with glossy black spay paint and use a black fluorescent light with black gravel. Managuensis and Jack Dempsey's look amazing
@raystoric21754 жыл бұрын
Sick set up bro’s , 125 tank for me in the future . Did your water clarity cleared up that same night ?
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Raystoric thanks, and that’s awesome! Clarity cleared up after about 3-4 hours for us 👍🏻
@litoloco4fish4 жыл бұрын
Nice gift!!❤❤👍 beautiful set up
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
thank you!!
@bipolaraquatics4 жыл бұрын
Great video nice teamwork
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@AntonioCastro-ws8uk Жыл бұрын
Fx6 and the 100 should work great. I have two Fx6 on my 180 nice
@DawnMichele4 жыл бұрын
Hello!!! The tank & fish look AMAZING!!!!
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Dawn Michele thanks, Dawn!!
@elisaehm91032 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! I just bought one of these. Do I need to put a mat/pad underneath?
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Shouldn’t need one
@sailfinaquatics4 жыл бұрын
The tank is looking great guys, keep up the great work. I love 125s, mine is my favorite tank by far. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!🦃🍽
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! And you as well!
@JustinWoodTV2 жыл бұрын
I put up Christmas decorations on Nov 1st lol
@adeelshaikh21294 жыл бұрын
Very nice setup
@vitociaccio72896 ай бұрын
@cichlidbros awesome video. Planning on getting same tank. Will fx4 work? Or is fx6 the way to go?
@Tropicalfishcrazechannel4 жыл бұрын
Amazing 125 gallon setup Nice content New here
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Tropical fish craze channel thank you, and welcome!
@stevensandahl42232 жыл бұрын
cool
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ariesleo73963 жыл бұрын
I mean you might have problems with the particleboard stand,Because I see a lot of reviews saying their stand cracked. so I think I will be buying the kit(because the tank by it self cost around the same) and I will be using the stand as a TV stand
@darrellburks4103 жыл бұрын
Cool video those Predator Haps are like check out our new pad......cool tank
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Haha, thank you!
@brianmizway93246 ай бұрын
Whats your opinion about black gravel vs black sand? Also what do you think about 3 tidal 110s only vs 2 fx6, or even the fx6 plus a tidal 110 like you have in the video here?
@cichlidnation40794 жыл бұрын
Nice team!
@vitociaccio72896 ай бұрын
@cichlidbros what background did you use? Or did you just paint it black?
@patregan41033 жыл бұрын
Great video man, I'm debating on getting the same exact setup myself. Seen some mixed reviews on it though, esp with the stand. Hows it holding up?
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! So far I haven’t had any issues. It’s not the most durable stand out there, but for the price and aesthetic it’s been solid
@celgibson72192 жыл бұрын
I saw top fin set up for 749.00 / and aqueon brand same price. What brand u have? Thanks
@louchelada8296 Жыл бұрын
Purchasing 125 setup today from petsmart....heard horror stories about that stand....should I worry and use cinderblocks....hate to drain and re do everything....or water damage
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
It’s definitely not the best stand, but I I had it for 3 years without an issue
@louchelada8296 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros i tightened all screws..thank god came all packed..wasn't on floor...will give shot...bigger than thought once in house..ty for knowledge
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
@@louchelada8296How did the stand hold up? I just got this setup and I’m curious. Thanks
@plushpossum3 жыл бұрын
Didn't you say that was a fake plant? It's beautiful!!!! Where did you get it and what is it called???
@CivicGang243 жыл бұрын
Love the set up ! So simple but yet so beautiful ! Question, if I removed my old white sand and replaced it with black sand will it be okay being ? I have an established filter already.
@agustinortiz93612 жыл бұрын
I think you have to be careful since you will stir up the entire sand, maybe take out the fish, change out all the water, keep the filter media?
@CarsonsAquatics3 жыл бұрын
Nice set up man, I’m thinking about getting this same setup from PetSmart. One question, is that tank stand holding up alright for you? I read some reviews saying that the stand it comes with starts to give out & break after a little bit. Please let me know, thanks!
@Gabriel-jz6hx3 жыл бұрын
I have the same exact tank/stand and its been holding up fine no issues. Im cautious while working on it if you get water on it i heard negative reviews so i always have a towel and dry it right away. Im also running the FX6 and everything fits perfect..
@Sean3D2Y2 жыл бұрын
@@Gabriel-jz6hx Good To hear since I am wondering the same, it's the one question everyone has looking into this 125 combo.
@Gabriel-jz6hx2 жыл бұрын
@@Sean3D2Y Its been really solid, I have had a few spills here and there while water changes and it still looks good as new and strong as ever so i think its worth the money in my opinion.
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Hey man, sorry just seeing this comment! The stand has held up for me for about two years now, but it definitely doesn’t feel like the most sturdy long term option. I think the stand you built for yours is the way to go
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
@@Gabriel-jz6hxIs it still holding up in 2024? Just got it and I’m debating on using the stand. Thanks
@qbuck318 ай бұрын
When you get the rocks from
@markpaulson13466 ай бұрын
How many predator haps do/did you have in the 125?
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
Your personal opinion on the stand?
@celgibson72192 жыл бұрын
Im thnking to have 125 from 75, u got a great deal on price…
@benjamincervantes50088 ай бұрын
I am wanting to purchase the same tank, is it necessary to have 2 filters or can it be runned off just 1 FX6? I know you use 2 heaters, would 1 300W heater work as well ?
@CichlidBros8 ай бұрын
Depends on stocking and setup, but probably would be fine with one of each
@stevenmeza6042 Жыл бұрын
Where did you get the black background for this tank? Thanks in advanced.
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Just got it a petsmart. Super cheap
@gb21152 жыл бұрын
awesome video! just a tip though, please decrease the volume on the music. i could hardly hear you at some points
@ok-ws6gj2 жыл бұрын
2 years ago I got blue dragon bloods and they died a hour or 2 later can you explain why? And also what did you use before adding the fish
@AntonioCastro-ws8uk Жыл бұрын
Good price
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Yep
@jeffcoomer89272 жыл бұрын
Really nice set up. My question is what is the black backing you used on the tank.
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It was just a plain black background from petsmart
@Agentshadowolf2 жыл бұрын
what kind of rocks you use for the 125 gallon? are they on amazon or in a petsmart/petco?
@lilgraved29254 жыл бұрын
Epic
@regdawkins50644 жыл бұрын
Nice. Looks great!! How many bags of sand did you use for 125g tank? I believe the bags come in 2 sizes 5lb & 20lb.
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Reg Dawkins thank you! We had 7 of the 20 lb bags
@t.harris19343 жыл бұрын
Nice set up Where did you get the heaters
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Ordered them from amazon
@1992Shawntae2 жыл бұрын
I have a question what is the best hanging filter for a 125
@dennispeleg7843 Жыл бұрын
Stand still holding up? Like have you gotten it wet and it started breaking down?
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Yeah had it for 3 years without an issue. If you aren’t rough on it, should last just fine. I recently upgraded tank size tho
@dennispeleg7843 Жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros oh ok. I'm just worried about the stand if got wet. I gotta transfer my peacock cichlids to bigger tank soon and trying to decide whether 75 or 125
@kiddt19993 жыл бұрын
Nice setup bud. Does anyone have issues with these tanks from petsmart and petco??
@cashoption23193 жыл бұрын
did you use floss? or just the media that came with the fx6?
@Jack75873 жыл бұрын
Could you get away with just the FX6. I’m starting out new.
@shotgunshell804 жыл бұрын
Can you please put that jaws pic next to the tank. Thanks lol
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
haha, thats a great recommendation. Need to do this asap
@shotgunshell804 жыл бұрын
Haha right on. Great video! You guys helped me a ton. Thanks 👋🏻
@debrawalters90073 жыл бұрын
What is the différents
@thestallion63344 жыл бұрын
How many pounds of sand did you use
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Mateo Urquizo we had 7 total bags, each at 20 lbs. so roughly 140 pounds
@dannyjohnson33359 ай бұрын
The stand will not hold the weight of it if the stand gets wet. I heard that they collapse their cheap particle board. Just wanted to let you know that guys
@CichlidBros9 ай бұрын
Had it for 4 years without a problem
@dannyjohnson33359 ай бұрын
That's good. I just wanted to let you know. I've heard a lot of these stands collapse when they get wet.
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
@@CichlidBroswow
@conganxa31282 жыл бұрын
I want to order tank 125 gallon. How can I make order?
@cluhman743 жыл бұрын
I have the exact same set up, black on black 125gal. I'm going to order these lights, what length did you get? And are you still happy with it? Not sure if the 48" will be enough, so maybe two 36"? Please help!
@anthonymccabe7023 жыл бұрын
Did you figure out what what size works? I want to order the same as they look nice and good quality. Thanks!
@cluhman743 жыл бұрын
@@anthonymccabe702 Dude I absolutely Love these lights!! Here's the deal... imo the 48 inch was not enough. Too dim on the ends. So i bought the 2 footer to finish it off. The censors for these lights are universal so one remote will control both lights for you. If i was to do it all over again, i would just start out with 2 - 36 inch lights. I highly recommend. Nicest lighting setup I've ever had on a tank. Every time i shut it off at night with the remote from my bed i mutter.. "damn, that's a bad mfkr" lol
@awasacase11104 жыл бұрын
Can you use two aqua 110 instead of the fx font know how to use under tank pumps
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
i think you could! We went with a FX6 since our stocking will be heavy once the fish are fully grown. Two 110s should be adequate
@debrawalters90073 жыл бұрын
How bigger is then a 55 or bigger tank
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
The new tank is 70 gallons larger. 2 ft longer
@jessikakevoian92502 жыл бұрын
hey there! what type of black sand did you use?
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
Imaginarium black sand
@jessikakevoian92502 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros awesome thank you! looks great i pick up the same tank the other day for my cichlid's.
@user-bd4bm8nx6y Жыл бұрын
I bought the same tank. Do you trust the stand???
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
It was solid for me for 3 years before upgrading again
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
Hey. How’s the stand holding up for you? I just got this setup myself
@Journey112 жыл бұрын
What’s the monthly cost to run a 125 tank please ?
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
This full ensemble was only $499 when I bought it. I think it's usually around $700
@Journey112 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros thanks for the reply… I mean how much on electricity bills to run a 125 tank each month :) ? Thanks
@rileyr22553 жыл бұрын
How often does petsmart do that sale?
@Fran332223 жыл бұрын
What is the cms of the tank length
@KingsAquariumsAndAntWorld4 жыл бұрын
Great video mate, do u have an email so I can get In touch with you regarding two species of malawi chichlids I need to find out what they are
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
thank you! You can find us on instagram @cichlid.bros. We'll be happy to help answer any questions you have!
@KingsAquariumsAndAntWorld4 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros I only have email. I don't have Instagram or Facebook
@pruittfarmswolfenterprises35734 жыл бұрын
Can you please explain the difference between PREDATOR HAPS and other cichlids?
@markgafus7824 жыл бұрын
How is the stand holding up so far? I'm thinking of purchasing this setup from Petsmart. Did you have to level it out any?
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Mark Gafus it’s been great so far. No issues for the first ~10 months or so
@markgafus7824 жыл бұрын
Cichlid Bros thanks for replying
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
Did you ever buy it? I just got this, I’m nervous and debating if I should keep the stand or not. Thanks
@blank-ln8js6 ай бұрын
@@CichlidBrosHow did it hold up/is it still holding up? I just bought this setup, kinda nervous to use the stand
@pabloarias7917 Жыл бұрын
i miss the days of $499, that thing now cost $799
@CichlidBros Жыл бұрын
Yep bummer
@sarahgerdes27693 жыл бұрын
Hey guy's, which 2 water pumps are you using? 240, 424, 565 GPH? I clicked on your link to Amazon and they offer all 3. Also, I assume the light is the 72 inch for the same 125GAL tank? Thank you in advance
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
Hey there. It’s the 565 pump, and the light is actually 48 inches
@sarahgerdes27693 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Thank you for the quick reply, would the 72inch light be "overkill" for the same tank?
@CichlidBros3 жыл бұрын
I might say that’s overkill. Just personal opinion though, as I don’t like the have the tank too bright
@sarahgerdes27693 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Sorry last question.....What are you using for the black background?
@Sean3D2Y2 жыл бұрын
How has the Stand been holding up?
@CichlidBros2 жыл бұрын
It’s still doing well 2 years later. No issues yet and seems good to go. Definitely understand the mixed reviews on it though, as it’s not the most sturdy option
@Sean3D2Y2 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros Yea. It's just the main thing out there and readily available. I'll end up getting it. Just gotta maintain it right.
@elijahmiley56084 жыл бұрын
Can we get an update on the tank?
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Here ya go! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rpqYa9JqsZPZkYE.html
@mattramos60014 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen conflicting reviews on this tank online.... any issues?
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Hey there. So far so good. No issues over the past 5 months or so
@mattramos60014 жыл бұрын
@@CichlidBros thanks so much - looks good, keep up the good work, fellas
@CichlidBros4 жыл бұрын
Matt Ramos thank you!
@TURKO24244 жыл бұрын
Any issues since you commented on here im thinking about getting this tank
@mattramos60014 жыл бұрын
@@TURKO2424 I ended up getting a different tank (135 gallon) and different brand and have been very happy.
@kickassclone752 жыл бұрын
lmao i can go right to aqueon and buy that tank for a $1 a gallon. Pays to live where they are made. gotta laugh at the markup on this stuff.