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BRStv Investigates

The BRStv Investigates video series is an ongoing exploration of popular reef tank theories, methods and equipment. Randy, Ryan and the team create experiments in the BRS lab and share the results about a variety of saltwater aquarium topics so you can separate the fact from fiction.
  1. Ep: 2 What Are the Five

    Ep: 2 What Are the Five "Uglies" in the Ugly Stage and Can We Avoid Them?

    Find out what you're up against during the ugly stage and get some tangible advice for effective prevention.
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  2. Ep: 1 How to Avoid the Ugly Stage - BRStv Investigates the Biome Cycle and Reef Aquariums

    Ep: 1 How to Avoid the Ugly Stage - BRStv Investigates the Biome Cycle and Reef Aquariums

    Ryan and the team are on a mission to beat the ugly stage and find out, once and for all, how we can overcome the most annoying part of setting up a new aquarium.
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  3. How 15 Answers Changed the Way I Look at My Tank Forever! 10 Months of Biome Cycling 12 Aquariums

    How 15 Answers Changed the Way I Look at My Tank Forever! 10 Months of Biome Cycling 12 Aquariums

    In this live presentation at Reefapalooza New York 2022, Ryan shares the results and draws some insightful conclusions from our 10-month investigation of the reef aquarium biome.
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  4. A Definitive Answer: Do You Need RO/DI Water for a Saltwater Aquarium or Reef Tank?

    A Definitive Answer: Do You Need RO/DI Water for a Saltwater Aquarium or Reef Tank?

    Find out if using unfiltered tap water to mix saltwater for your aquarium is a viable option.
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  5. Are Your Reef’s LEDs Optimized for Your Corals or Is It All About You?

    Are Your Reef’s LEDs Optimized for Your Corals or Is It All About You?

    When using multiple LED lights over a reef aquarium, both the mounting height and spacing in between the LED lights have a big impact on the light spread inside your aquarium. With the ultimate goal...
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  6. Top 14 Alkalinity Additives Tested - Which Boosts pH The Most?

    Top 14 Alkalinity Additives Tested - Which Boosts pH The Most?

    Find out just how much of a pH boost you get with your alkalinity additive of choice.
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  7. Top Protein Skimmer Fixes & Why They Work!

    Top Protein Skimmer Fixes & Why They Work!

    These quick fixes and helpful tips will help you take control of your protein skimmer for good.
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  8. 10 Aquascaping Questions You DIDN'T Think to Ask!

    Today’s Aquascaping Techniques: 10 Questions That Guarantee a Healthy, Beautiful Aquarium Aquascape

    Don't get hung up on your aquascape! Here are 10 valuable tips for using live rock in your reef aquarium.
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