Best color 14k 70w double ended MH bulb?

[Annap729]

Phoenix doesn't sell a 70w bulb so I'm wondering what is the best for this size and type of bulb.

[gioNVA]

Look for Astralux 14K. Not sure if they still make them but those are the ones I liked when I ran 70w.

[Annap729]

thanks for the tip. can't find it anywhere. i see ushio, coralife, and maybe a couple others.

[gioNVA]

Try the ushio 20k. It's a little bluer but nice. I'll see if I still have any of my old bulbs so you can try them out.

[Annap729]

that would be awesome. let me know!

[surf&turf]

Hamilton makes a 70 watt 14k DE, I run the 150 version and they have excellent color.

[Annap729]

I read a few blurbs about it being on the white side and things a little washed out. I'll look more into that. I know tank lighting is so subjective but it's good to hear what each person likes. I'm ok with some good actinic, I have corals that would be good to see pop.

[surf&turf]

It is a very crisp blue/white light.