Minelab Gold Monster 2000

The new Minelab Gold Monster 2000 metal detector is shipping to customers as of October 2025. The main news is that this new model employs a hybrid Multifrequency and PI ground processing technology Minelab is calling Multi-Au. Additionally the Gold Monster 2000 sports a new audio reporting scheme that Minelab is calling Echo Wave. Note that despite marketing information implying otherwise this is not a pulse induction (PI) metal detector. While the Gold Monster 2000 does employ time domain techniques for advanced ground handling, in all other respects it is a simultaneous multi-frequency detector. In this respect it bears no relation to the previous single frequency Gold Monster 1000. That being said, the Gold Monster 2000 does represent a true technological milestone. This is the first simultaneous multi-frequency (SMF) metal detector ever made specifically for gold nugget prospecting!

New for 2025 - Minelab Gold Monster 2000 with Hybrid Simultaneous Multi-Frequency

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Minelab Gold Monster 2000 Metal Detector - Introduction Launch Video

“GOLD MONSTER 2000 combines high sensitivity with intelligent signal processing to locate ultra-fine gold in difficult ground. Multi-Au™ technology uses hybrid SMF-PI detection to deliver the performance of VLF sensitivity alongside a Pulse Induction soil- handling engine. Echo Wave'™ Audio enhances clarity, helping separate faint targets from ferrous junk and hot rocks without sacrificing depth. Ground balancing adapts in real time through Easy-Trak for automatic adjustment, and Quick-Trak for fast manual retuning. The large Target ID display with Gold Chance Indicator improves visual feedback, while auto and manual sensitivity modes let you fine-tune response in mineralized soils. Lightweight carbon-fiber and fiberglass shafts collapse for easy transport and all-day comfort in remote locations.”

KEY FEATURES:

Multi-Au Technology – Hybrid Simultaneous Multi-Frequency, with VLF sensitivity and Pulse Induction ground-handling performance
Echo Wave Audio – Enhanced VCO style prospecting tones cut through noise to identify real targets, gold tone with iron tone overlaid
Real-Time Visual Guidance – Gold Chance Indicator and ample Target ID range (0–99) combine for smarter decision making
Easy-Trak and Quick-Trak – Automatic and manual ground balance for continuous performance
10 Sensitivity Levels and 2 Auto Modes – Manual control or fully automated operation
3 Detection Modes – Maximum sensitivity in mineralized, conductive, and mild soils
Wide Frequency Range (12 to 76 kHz) – Detects small gold near the surface and larger targets at depth, without switching machines
High Contrast LCD Display - Clear signal visualization, optimized for day and night detection
Built-In Speaker and 3.5mm Headphone Jack - External speaker for quiet environments, headphones for noisy locations
GM05 5" Round Double-D Search Coil - Excellent sensitivity to the smallest gold, fits where larger coils can't go
Lightweight Telescopic Shaft – Collapsible carbon-fiber and fiberglass construction for rugged terrain
2700mAh Removable Lithium-Ion Battery - Rechargeable and easily swapped out with included back-up battery
Included in the box: GM05 5" DD waterproof coil with skid plate, telescopic shaft, control pod, armrest, 2 rechargeable Li-ion batteries, wired earbuds, AC and car chargers, and a Getting Started Guide
Full range of accessory options including larger 6x10 search coil, optional headphones, etc.

MULTI-AU™ TECHNOLOGY WITH HYBRID SMF-PI Minelab’s new Multi-Au simultaneous multi-frequency engine combines the ultra-fine sensitivity of VLF with the superior ground-handling capability of a Pulse Induction soil-handling engine. This advanced signal processing improves responsiveness to small or difficult targets by maintaining signal clarity and reducing ground noise in mineralized soils. The result is powerful, stable detection across challenging goldfields without sacrificing precision or depth.

ECHO WAVE™ AUDIO Highly sensitive detection audio is layered with target discrimination tones to clearly differentiate valuable targets from surrounding clutter, including ferrous junk, hot rocks and background noise, while preserving sensitivity, clarity and depth. Receive accurate target identification even in mineralized soil and challenging goldfields.

Gold Monster 2000 Getting Started Guide

Minelab Gold Monster Forum

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Search Modes: Difficult, Normal, Benign
Operation Frequency: 12 to 76 kHz Simultaneous Multi-Frequency
Sensitivity: Manual (1–10), Auto (1) and Auto (2)
Noise Cancel: Automatic (On Start-up)
Depth Indicator: No
Iron Bias: No
Gold Chance Indicator: Real-Time Visual Gauge for Enhanced Target Probability Indicating Gold or Hot Rocks / Iron
Target Ids: 0–99
Wireless Audio: No
Volume Control: 1–12
Target Tones: Highly Sensitive Threshold Tone Detection Audio Echo Wave™ Audio – High Tones (Gold), Low Tones (Hot Rocks / Iron)
Included Headphones: Wired Earbuds
Audio Output Options: Built-in Speaker or Wired 3.5 mm (1/8”) Earbuds
Length: 65 cm – 138.2 cm (25.6" – 54.4") (Telescopic Carbon-Fiber / Fiberglass shaft)
Weight: 1.25 kg (2.75 lbs.) (including battery)
Operating Temperature Range: 0°C – +70°C (+32°F – +158°F)
Storage Temperature Range: -20°C – +80°C (-4°F – 176°F)
Waterproof: IP55-Rated Control Pod (Rainproof), Coil Waterproof up to 1 m (3.3 ft)