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Many thanks! That right there was the trick. A bit more hose in the tank, and things are whisper quiet. Much appreciated!

Thanks. They are clipped on fine, and the hoses stay in place, I just can't seem to keep the nozzles DOWN where I want them. The surface agitation is great, but noisy. I'm going to try adding a little more water, and then I'll have to start getting creative.

I just purchased two Fluval 205s to run on a new 55 gallon freshwater setup. How the **** do you get the outflow nozzles to stay down just UNDER the surface of the water so they'll be quiet? It sounds like a waterfall in my room now! I'm used to Filstar XPs with a spray bar that I can...

Replacment media costs are a factor, but not a real concern. Noise, on the other hand, is a real issue. This tank will be in the bedroom Unless I can talk my wife into rearranging the living room (not likely). I was almost sold on the Emperor, but now the Penguin 350 might be my choice if I...

Thanks! I think I'll save the money now and just go with the XP3. I can always add the HOB later if I decide there is a need.

Lonewolf- Thanks for the quick reply. I've never had a tank this big before (previous largest was a 55) and I've never kept cichlids so I just wanted to ensure that whatever route I went, my filtration was up to the task. Is your XP3 the lone filter on your 75g tank? If so, any issues? I...

Newbie (actually oldie returning to the hobby after 15 years) getting ready to set up a 75-gallon Malawi Cichlid tank. Looking to partner a hang on tank power filter with a Rena Filstar XP3. Is there a major difference between the Emperor 400 and Penguin 350? Major selling points one way or...