First Wave 78L Aquarium System (TMC)

First Wave 78L Aquarium System (TMC)

What it is

The First Wave 78L Aquarium System is a larger nano marine aquarium designed for improved stability and greater flexibility than smaller entry-level systems.

At 78 litres, it provides increased water volume, making marine cycling more forgiving and long-term maintenance more stable.

This product is available in two variations:

• Tank Set – the complete aquarium system with core marine hardware.
• Starter Bundle – the aquarium system plus rock, sand, salt, test kits and essential setup equipment required to begin properly.

Why we like it

The jump from 48L to 78L is meaningful.

More water volume means:

• Greater biological stability
• Slower parameter swings
• Easier temperature control
• Increased livestock flexibility
• More margin for beginner error

The Tank Set suits hobbyists building their own system.

The Starter Bundle removes common beginner mistakes by including proper biological media, accurate test kits and all key consumables. Instead of shipping livestock, the bundle includes a livestock gift card so customers can choose fish once the system is mature.

It’s a more stable and more flexible entry into marine fishkeeping.

Variation 1 – Tank Set

Includes:

• TMC First Wave 78L Aquarium
• Integrated filtration system
• Return pump
• Lighting unit
• Protein skimmer
• Heater not included.

Variation 2 – Starter Bundle

Includes everything in the Tank Set, plus:

• Hugo Kamishi 100W Heater
• Hugo Kamishi Samoa Sand 5kg
• 7 kg Natural Ocean Rock
• 10 kg Reef Salt (approximately 280–300 litres of mixed saltwater)
• Salifert Ammonia Test Kit
• Salifert Nitrate Test Kit
• Seachem Stability 100ml
• Seachem CoralCrete
• Seachem Fish Net 13cm
• Vitalis Marine Pellet Food