Lighting Led Blackstar Chrome - Beginners Choice?

[Rooster123]

Hello I'm looking to setup my first indoor grow. Illbe getting a tent 2 ft x 2 ft x 5th approx ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/270969646859?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_853wt_922 ) and am about to make my decision on my led grow light.

I've read many a post and narrowed my choice down to busybeeled.com they have a new model claiming to have Cree, but I think I've settled on the blackstar chrome 270w. Is this a good choice for a beginner.

The chrome series seems to be the most advanced at this time and I want to make sure my purchase is not wasted on a superseded model. Blackstar aren't Serling the chrome online as yet and are still saying a couple of months before this happens however GothamHydroponics are selling it online http://www.ebay.com/itm/290736372049?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 for $479. Gotham however don't recommend the chrome for beginners stating
' Vegetative grows, beginner grows and those who need maximum coverage should continue to use the original Blackstar LED's. More advanced individuals or those with hearty plant varieties can choose the Chrome series to maximize output and production. The Blackstar Chrome is also the perfect LED light for those who wish to use a hybrid flower (part LED, part HPS). Because the lights do not lose intensity, the Chrome can be placed along side the HID lighting and “backed off” the canopy with minimal reduction in PAR intensity."

So what do you all think? I don't plan a being a novice for long and am pretty set on this light but would appreciate any advice you all might have to share for a beginner in his crucial decision. I want a quality light that will deliver the best results and I'm willing to pay to get it right.

Anybody have the 270w chrome or know of grow diaries with it, or is there a better option for me?

 

[Man In The Jar]

Welcome to the site Bro
This might be of help

https://www.autoflower.org/f43/cabi...tar-chrome-led-air-pots-m3-soil-mix-9752.html




MITJ

 

[Rooster123]

Thanks man in the jar, I'll defiantly follow that grow. Still not sure if I should go for the chrome 270w blackstar or if it's overkill for my tent?

 

[Man In The Jar]

I thought Gotham hydro we're Blackstar(Lighthouse). Could be wrong.
I don't know that the Chrome 270w would be overkill .




MITJ

 

[low_and_slow]

One 240w Blackstar (the regular one, flower spectrum) is enough to grow in a 2x2 space. I wouldn't want to have any more than 3 or 4 plants under a single 240w light though.

 

[Rooster123]

Thanks low n slow. Isn't the chrome a more recent model? Would it not be better than older blackstars?

 

[The Squid]

Hey man. Those Chromes seem really badass overall. Lots of new features and upgrades from the original. But I can't say if it's worth the extra dough, although it sure seems like it. I can't seem to find anything here except what was already given to you above. I would go for it if you have that budget. Would be great for your area IMO, perfect.

 

[Rooster123]

Hey man. Those Chromes seem really badass overall. Lots of new features and upgrades from the original. But I can't say if it's worth the extra dough, although it sure seems like it. I can't seem to find anything here except what was already given to you above. I would go for it if you have that budget. Would be great for your area IMO, perfect.

Thank Squid the outlay will cost me less than I spend in 3mth on the market, so I am willing to spend the necessary ca$h to get the results I desire. The main driver behind my grow is to free myself of the overpricing and shady characters that cost me well in excess of a stealth led grow setup. I'll be happy if I can pull a few ounces every few months for personal supply.

Ive got alot to learn and Am very keen to do it right. Still learning the lingo and love the wealth of knowledge shared here. Thanks to all those who contribute and share.

 

[Rooster123]

Hi just was told bout Grownorthern.com nice led. Uk company seems to be putting nice units together. This one looks very similar to the blackstar chrome 270w I'm looking at.
http://grownorthern.com/index.php?p...n=com_virtuemart&Itemid=75&vmcchk=1&Itemid=75
Has anyone trailed their LEDs. What you guys think, looks nice?

 

[TaNg]

Hi just was told bout Grownorthern.com nice led. Uk company seems to be putting nice units together. This one looks very similar to the blackstar chrome 270w I'm looking at.
http://grownorthern.com/index.php?p...n=com_virtuemart&Itemid=75&vmcchk=1&Itemid=75
Has anyone trailed their LEDs. What you guys think, looks nice?

Dude I use Grownorthern....they kick ass,check out my grow diary.