thank you!!

Awesome, glad this was helpful!

Clint Singer thank you! We’re really enjoying the setup so far. Glad you liked it 👍🏻

Cichlid Fanatic thank you! We tried to keep it simple to avoid the territorial aggression that comes with haps 👌🏻

@@CichlidBros where did you get the rocks from?

Cichlid Fanatic we actually got them from a nearby pond 👌🏻

haha love it! thanks for watching and commenting!

Maximus Aquatics thank you! Much appreciated!

Haha of course!

Thanks!

Awesome, best of luck

thank you! Appreciate it

Of course, thanks for watching!

Your welcome anytime my friend I love your channel and content

@STR506 really appreciate that!!

Thank you!

Adam C thanks, Adam! Appreciate it 👌🏻

Raystoric thanks, and that’s awesome! Clarity cleared up after about 3-4 hours for us 👍🏻

thank you!!

Thank you!

Dawn Michele thanks, Dawn!!

Thanks! Shouldn’t need one

Thanks so much! And you as well!

Tropical fish craze channel thank you, and welcome!

Thanks!

Haha, thank you!

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

It’s definitely not the best stand, but I I had it for 3 years without an issue

@@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

@@louchelada8296How did the stand hold up? I just got this setup and I’m curious. Thanks

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?

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..

@@Gabriel-jz6hx Good To hear since I am wondering the same, it's the one question everyone has looking into this 125 combo.

@@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.

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

@@Gabriel-jz6hxIs it still holding up in 2024? Just got it and I’m debating on using the stand. Thanks

Depends on stocking and setup, but probably would be fine with one of each

Just got it a petsmart. Super cheap

Yep

Thanks! It was just a plain black background from petsmart

Reg Dawkins thank you! We had 7 of the 20 lb bags

Thanks! Ordered them from amazon

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

@@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

haha, thats a great recommendation. Need to do this asap

Haha right on. Great video! You guys helped me a ton. Thanks 👋🏻

Mateo Urquizo we had 7 total bags, each at 20 lbs. so roughly 140 pounds

Had it for 4 years without a problem

That's good. I just wanted to let you know. I've heard a lot of these stands collapse when they get wet.

@@CichlidBroswow

Did you figure out what what size works? I want to order the same as they look nice and good quality. Thanks!

@@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

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

The new tank is 70 gallons larger. 2 ft longer

Imaginarium black sand

@@CichlidBros awesome thank you! looks great i pick up the same tank the other day for my cichlid's.

It was solid for me for 3 years before upgrading again

Hey. How’s the stand holding up for you? I just got this setup myself

This full ensemble was only $499 when I bought it. I think it's usually around $700

@@CichlidBros thanks for the reply… I mean how much on electricity bills to run a 125 tank each month :) ? Thanks

thank you! You can find us on instagram @cichlid.bros. We'll be happy to help answer any questions you have!

@@CichlidBros I only have email. I don't have Instagram or Facebook

Mark Gafus it’s been great so far. No issues for the first ~10 months or so

Cichlid Bros thanks for replying

Did you ever buy it? I just got this, I’m nervous and debating if I should keep the stand or not. Thanks

@@CichlidBrosHow did it hold up/is it still holding up? I just bought this setup, kinda nervous to use the stand

Yep bummer

Hey there. It’s the 565 pump, and the light is actually 48 inches

@@CichlidBros Thank you for the quick reply, would the 72inch light be "overkill" for the same tank?

I might say that’s overkill. Just personal opinion though, as I don’t like the have the tank too bright

@@CichlidBros Sorry last question.....What are you using for the black background?

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

@@CichlidBros Yea. It's just the main thing out there and readily available. I'll end up getting it. Just gotta maintain it right.

Here ya go! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rpqYa9JqsZPZkYE.html

Hey there. So far so good. No issues over the past 5 months or so

@@CichlidBros thanks so much - looks good, keep up the good work, fellas

Matt Ramos thank you!

Any issues since you commented on here im thinking about getting this tank

@@TURKO2424 I ended up getting a different tank (135 gallon) and different brand and have been very happy.