I'd be switching to LED's for the cost effectiveness. Low power consumption. Long bulb life. no need for a chiller. I know this isn't a cheap hobbie. But finding ways to limit expense where one can is at sometimes needed. But greatly appreciate on the input. I was kind of leaning towards phoenix. Read a lot of good reviews on them. I'll have to check out hamiton and reeflux. I would love to go to an electronic ballast. And most likely will make the change over if i do end up sticking with metal halid lights. That rediculous chunk of metal called a ballast I have know is a heavy beast and inefficient. I probably will go with a 14k and add some panorams if i need to. Easier to add blue than to take it away. Greatly appreciated.does anyone have pics of their tanks with their MHs going?