how does this compare to the Homestar Pro 2nd edition? What is the wattage of the bulbs? Is the shooting star random or fixed?
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I do not know about Homestar Pro 2nd edition and I do not know the wattage of the bulbs. The shooting star is fixed which was a disappointment. I have returned the product as I was not satisfied it. I've never owned one before so I have nothing to compare it to which makes me the wrong person to ask. I was expecting a lot more as the stars were not clear enough and distorted.
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I have been using these studio lights for a few months now. They came with 45 watt, 5500K bulbs, similar to the bulbs you are looking at above. They use standard size light bulb bases like everything in your house. Your higher wattage bulbs should work ok. Heat would be the main concern. I probably would not use halogen bulbs because they are very hot. The only modification I made was to extend the vertical support rod so I can sit these on the floor and now have them high enough for my tabletop, otherwise the base has to sit on the table itself, taking up room.
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I guess what I meant was, how do they compare based on specs? Specifically, what is the wattage, lumens, coverage by SQFT, & penetration of the JD lighting system? I'm just about ready to hit "Add to Cart" and the only thing stopping me is the price difference.
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I used a Sylvania 4W. 4C7/BL/4PK. UPC 4613513549 From my local KMart. The 15watt bulb it shipped with was too bright.
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Hi Jane, This is a brand new machine and I hope I don't need to replace them for along time. They are flouresent so should last for years. Based on the last one my wife had the bulbs out lasted the sliding mechanism to adjust the lighting. She has owned several of these over theyears and never had to replace the bulbs.Hope that answers the concerns. Please give me a helpful vote if it did.
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I only recently purchased the pro led, and can't speak to the regular led, but I was impressed with the pro 2D when I tested it. If you tune the beam too wide, you'll get a black spot in the center, but if you narrow it until the center is bright it is plenty of light! If I purchase another, it will be the pro led based on this one.
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Its an okay light. I actually sold mine. If i were to grow again i would probably go with hps
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They are great bulbs but they are not cheap. The quality of the light and the bulb are good. They used to have a better warranty. I tried Nokya and they looked good but did not last at all, even though they are cheaper they kept blowing out. If you do not want to spend the money then I would go with a Sylvania bulb. Hope this helps.
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Nothing on the box says energy star, but there is a colored energy ratings box from A++ to E and these bulbs are rated as A+ with a life expectancy of 22.8 years based on 6 hours/day. It is shown as a 10 watt bulb that replaces a 60 watt incandescent, and the brightness is "daylight white 830lm".
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The answer is confusing. That's why it took so long for me to answer, I had to dig out my order info. Here's the best I can give you: 1. The first of these bulbs that I bought from Amazon cam from their warehouse. It surprised me how bright it was, about like a 40 or 50wtt bulb. I liked it so much that I ordered two more. 2. Disappointment! The next two cam from a place called "Think Fast". I didn't figure this out until later on. The second two bulbs barely lit up. Like you said, nearly useless. I can live with them in a limited use area. But the question is.....Why is there a difference? I don't know, and can't figure it out. Don't know what else to tell you. Good luck.
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I read a review that said the same thing. I've had mine in for 6 months and no problems. They seem just as snug as the OEM ones I pulled out. IMHO the best out there unless you want fancy LED lighting. Also, I don't know why they say Xenon, mine came with ordinary type bulbs, I noticed they were considerably brighter but not sure if that is just because they are new vs the old "cloudy" ones.
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Unfortunately there is no rating on the box or the bulbs themselves. If it helps, they are as bright as any 500w bulb I've used before. Like I said in my review, though, 2 of the bulb were DOA. I have one installed that I have been using for over two weeks and it is good, still bright.
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I bought two direct from manufacturer. But the unit itself didn't survive two years. Plus the bulbs were close to 80 a piece. Not good.
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My Cree led bulb was bought as a 40 watt equivalent and I believe it is. The packaging states it is a 40 watt equivalent and no mention of 75 watt. It is being used to replace a 60 watt halogen that my wife claimed was too glare y and is a soft light as claimed on the package. My wife is happy with it. Is it possible a a 40 watt version was shipped instead of the 75 watt version or the "AD" had the wrong part number.
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I found the two (2) 500 watt bulbs were very bright standard work lights, not what I would describe as a white light, rather the type one would find on an outside spot light. I my case, did not matter because the 2 bulbs that came with the work light did not last as long as it would take to cook a 3 min. egg; fortunately, I included a box of 6 500 watt GE ProLine replacement bulbs for $12. Purchased mine several months ago and whether manufacturer has gone to a different bulb I don't know, unable to determine the type of bulb that came with mine since there was no description on the bulb, box, nor in the instruction manual. I found the two (2) 500 watt bulbs were very bright standard work lights, not what I would describe as a white light, rather the type one would find on an outside spot light. I my case, did not matter because the 2 bulbs that came with the work light did not last as long as it would take to cook a 3 min. egg; fortunately, I included a box of 6 500 watt GE ProLine replacement bulbs for $12. Purchased mine several months ago and whether manufacturer has gone to a different bulb I don't know, unable to determine the type of bulb that came with mine since there was no description on the bulb,... » Read More I found the two (2) 500 watt bulbs were very bright standard work lights, not what I would describe as a white light, rather the type one would find on an outside spot light. I my case, did not matter because the 2 bulbs that came with the work light did not last as long as it would take to cook a 3 min. egg; fortunately, I included a box of 6 500 watt GE ProLine replacement bulbs for $12. Purchased mine several months ago and whether manufacturer has gone to a different bulb I don't know, unable to determine the type of bulb that came with mine since there was no description on the bulb, box, nor in the instruction manual. « Show Less
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Find one with a higher wattage equivalent, they work but not as bright as i would like.I also need to keep one of the original bulbs in the circut. (7) LED & (1) regular filament bulb.If I didn't bulbs would constantly flash. Has to do with Malibu transformer voltage regulator.
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Get it from ABC Market. It's worth the extra money, which I think is about 5.00. The person that Amazon uses sent me the wrong things (floor lamps instead of table lamps) and I had to send it back. ABC Market is very reliable. Can't remember who the manufacturer is. They are very nice though and are actual glass crystals