"XLT® is high-performance simplicity and versatility at it’s best. High tech treasure hunting is as easy as turning on the XLT® and selecting a Turn-on and Go! program. With 5 expertly-designed programs to choose from, you’ve got virtually every kind of hunting covered. It’s easy to enhance a program, too, for your particular hunting with one of 10 Basic Adjustments or even a Professional Option. Completely automatic or totally adjustable!" Source: White's 2006 catalog

White's Spectrum XLT metal detector

White's XLT control panel

• 5 Turn-on-and-Go! Programs - ready to hunt right out of the box. Completely automatic, professionally engineered for high performance.
• 10 Basic Adjustments Adjust every aspect of your hunting. Popular adjustments include Tone I.D., Silent Search, Fade Rate, Block Edit, and AutoTrac® Speed.
• 29 Pro Options
• Complete Visual Display. Target icons, VDI numbers and White’s exclusive SignaGraph® target signature. Flip the trigger and activate the depth screen.
• Automatic Ground Balance with AutoTrac®. Tracks and adjusts to changing grounds as you hunt.
• High Definition megapixel display.
• Powerful, waterproof 9 1/2” search coil.
• Slide-in Nicad Battery System. Up to 15 hrs. of power-packed hunting on one charge. Backup penlight pack also included.
• Two-year Parts and Labor Warranty.

White's XLT Owner's Manual

White's Metal Detector Forum

"MXT is 3 metal detectors in one. A versatile high performance detector that’s as comfortable hunting for coins in the park as it is relic hunting an old battle site. Plus, it’s designed by prospectors for the tough task of finding gold. MXT™ combines easy operation with all the performance and versatility you need to find coins, rings and jewelry, relics, and gold nuggets." Source: White's 2006 catalog

White's MXT metal detector with 950 coil

White's MXT display

• 3 completely separate easy-access hunting programs - COIN & JEWELRY, RELIC, PROSPECTING
• 3-position Mode switch. Works in conjunction with your hunting program to give plenty of options. Each mode functions differently in each program. Unique target responses, display information and audio frequencies.
• GAIN maximizes sensitivity and depth.
• THRESHOLD allows you to hunt with a slight hum or hear only the sound of detected targets.
• DUAL control fine tunes discrimination in the Coin & Jewelry and Relic programs. Adjust the full range of discrimination - ignore trash or hear all targets.
• In the Prospecting program, DUAL control adjusts the S.A.T. speed - an essential for serious prospecting detectors.
• Automatic Ground Balance keeps the detector perfectly balanced even in the harsh grounds of prospecting areas.
• Pull the trigger forward and the Pinpoint mode “zeros” in on detected targets
• Operating Frequency - 14 kHz
• Drop-In Battery Pack. 40-hour operation from 8 “AA” batteries (Nicad Rechargeable system available.)
• Waterproof Eclipse 950 9 1/2” search coil for maximum depth. Optional Eclipse accessory search coils available.
• Two-year Parts and Labor Warranty.

White's MXT 950 Owner's Manual

White's MXT - Steve's Review

White's Metal Detector Forum

Nokta/Makro Simplex metal detector

The Simplex is available in two packages, both are the same wireless capable detector. Note that Nokta/Makro uses a proprietary high speed wireless solution not compatible with other wireless systems.

The Simplex+ has a MSRP of $299 and is available discounted at $254.15. The Simplex+ WHP adds the Nokta/Makro wireless headphones and a hat for MSRP $399 but available discounted at $339.15. You may purchase the less expensive package and add the headphones at a later time if desired. In either case you are buying the same detector which has the wireless capability built in.

• 12 kHz Single Frequency VLF
• Waterproof to 3 meters or 10 feet
• Built in rechargeable LiPO battery
• Built in wireless headphone capability
• Built in vibration mode (for hard of hearing/deaf people and great for underwater use!)
• Three piece telescopic rod assembly collapses to 25" for easy transport
• Stout construction yet only 2.9 lbs (or less)
• 11" DD coil, many other options will be available
• Firmware pdates available over the internet
• Price under US$300
• Built in forward facing LED flashlight for night hunting
• Backlit screen & backlit keyboard controls
• Battery strength indicator
• Four search modes - Park, Field, Saltwater, All Metal
• Full time automatic ground tracking
• 0 - 99 target id
• Notch discrimination
• Ferrous volume setting
• Depth indicator
• Main volume control
• Sensitivity control
• Frequency shift to reduce electrical interference
• 2 year warranty

Nokta/Makro Simplex+ Owner's Manual

Nokta/Makro Simplex display

Minelab Vanquish 340 metal detector

Search Modes - Coin, Jewelry, All Metal
Custom User Search Profile - No
Operating Frequencies (kHz) - Multi-IQ
Noise Cancel - Auto (19 Channels)
Bluetooth Audio - No
Iron Bias - High
Sensitivity - 4 levels
Volume - 3 levels
Target Tones - 3 tones (Low, Mid, High)
Discrimination Segments - 5 segments
Target ID's - -9 to 40
Depth Indicator - 4 levels
Length - Extended: 1450 mm (57") Collapsed: 760 mm (30")
Weight (incl. batteries) - 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
Standard Coil - V10 10" x 7" Double-D
Audio Output - In-built loudspeaker, 3.5 mm (1/8") jack
Supplied Headphones - None
Display - Monochrome LCD
Supplied Batteries - 4 x AA Alkaline replaceable
Waterproof - Coil to 1 meter/3 feet
Operating Temperature Range -  -10°C to +40°C (+14°F to +104°F)
Storage Temperature Range -  -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to +158°F)
Key Technologies - Multi-IQ

Minelab Vanquish 340 User Guide

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Minelab Metal Detector Forum

Minelab Vanquish 340 display and controls

Garrett Ace Apex metal detector - new for 2020

Garrett Apex Full Color Brochure

Garrett Apex User Manual

Garrett Metal Detector Forum

SPECIFICATIONS

• Multi-Flex™ Technology
• Single Frequency Options - 5, 10, 15 and 20 kHz
• Multi-Frequency Options - Simultaneous MultiFrequency and Multi-Salt
• Integrated Z-Lynk™ Wireless Headphone Technology
• Fast Target Separation/Recovery
• 1/8" Headphone jack
• Backlight
• Ground Balance, Auto High Resolution, 175 points
• Iron Audio™
• Iron Volume Control
• Notch Discrimination, 20 selectable segments
• Eight Iron Discrimination Segments
• Volume Control
• Pinpointing
• Water/Weather Resistance - Waterproof coil/stem and Rainproof control box
• Six Search Modes, with International and US Coins modes
• Large Digital Target ID, 0 to 99 scale
• Five Audio ID Tones included with hybrid binary and proportional audio system
• Eight Sensitivity / Depth Adjustments
• Target Depth Indicator 2" / 5cm segments
• Standard Searchcoil 6" x 11" DD Viper™
• Length (Adjustable) 43" to 56" (1.09m - 1.4m)
• Total Weight 2.5 lbs (1.13 kgs)
• Battery Source - Rechargeable Lithium Ion, built-in
• Battery Condition Indicator
• Warranty 2 Years, Limited Parts/Labor

Garrett Ace Apex multifrequency and selectable single frequency metal detector

Garrett Ace Apex metal detector with backlight, rechargeable battery, and wireless headphones

Minelab Manticore metal detector

Minelab Manticore control panel

MANTICORE High Power Metal Detector

Our most powerful detector yet, Manticore finds targets faster, more clearly, and in even the most challenging environments. With impressive capabilities and technologies, nothing will go undetected. More effective than even the most high-end models in the market, Manticore brings power, precision and accuracy to detecting in a way that wasn’t previously possible.

MULTI IQ+:  Minelab’s revolutionary technology has 50% more power than traditional models and is the highest-powered simultaneous multi-frequency machine on the market.

FAST RESPONSE:  Identify your targets quickly and confidently to efficiently sort between trash and treasure with exceptional target separation performance.

POWERFUL 2D ID MAP:  Identify your targets with greater visual and audible target insights.

ENHANCED DISCRIMINATION: Exceptionally accurate target ID allows you to accept or reject finds quickly and confidently.

WIRELESS AUDIO: Clearly detect with audio controls set specifically for you in order to identify targets confidently, reduce noise and identify trash.

ULTIMATE SEARCH MODES: Over 10+ preset search modes allow you to set the stage for success, with the ability to customize up to 10 unique modes tailored to your specific needs.

UNRIVALLED CONSTRUCTION & WATERPROOF: Powerful yet lightweight, Manticore weighs only 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs.) and includes a three-piece, compact Carbon-Fibre shaft system. Waterproof up to 16 ft (5 m).

INTUITIVE CONTROL: The large LCD panel allows for easy viewing and clear navigation control.

BOOSTED EMI IMMUNITY: In challenging environments, improved EMI rejection uses higher sensitivity to isolate targets.

CHOICE OF COILS: Comes with the M11 (11" Round Double-D coil) and choose
from M8 (8"x5.5" Elliptical Double-D) and M15 (15"x12" Elliptical Double-D) coils.

LIGHTING & VIBRATION: Detect even when the sun goes down with features such as Control Box Flashlight, Display Backlight with Auto Adjust, Backlit Keypad and Handgrip Vibration.

CLEAR AUDIO: Built in external speaker allows for crystal-clear audio and comes with Low Latency Wireless Headphones.

BUILT TO LAST: A three-year warranty with software upgrade capability allows detection far into the future.

MANTICORE Technical SpecIfications

Detect Modes: (Customisable) All-Terrain (5), Beach (4), Goldfield (1)
Operating Frequencies: Multi-IQ+, 5 kHz, 10 kHz, 15 kHz, 20 kHz, 40 kHz
Noise Cancel: Auto, Continuous Auto, Manual (-9 to +9)
Ground Balance: Auto, Manual, Tracking
Sensitivity: 1 to 35
Target Identification: Conductive: 0-99 with ferrous indication
2D ID Map: Two-Dimensional ID Map System with Target Trace
Target Tones: 1, 2, 5 - Tone | 1, 2, 5 - Region All Tones
Target Volume: 0 to 25
Target Pitch: 1 to 50
Ferrous Volume: 0 to 25
Ferrous Pitch: 1 to 50
Audio Themes: Normal, Enhanced, Continuous Pitch
Volume Profiles: Simple, Medium, Rich, Overdrive
Threshold Level: 0 to 25
Threshold Pitch: 1 to 50
Recovery Speed: 0 to 8
Ferrous Limits: Upper: 0 to 14 | Lower: 0 to 9
Ferrous Limits Custom: 1 to 4
Shortcuts: Soft Keys: 2 (Action Bar), 1 (User Button)
Depth Indicator: 5 levels
Shaft System: 3-piece highly collapsible carbon-fibre
Extended Length: 1440 mm / 56.7 inch
Collapsed Length: 630 mm / 24.8 inch
Weight: 1.3 kg / 2.9 lb
Standard Coil: (M11) 11-inch round Double-D coil with skidplate (waterproof to 5 m / 16 ft)
Audio Output: Speaker | 3.5 mm (1/8") headphones | Wireless low latency headphones
Headphones: Minelab ML-105 wireless low latency headphones (non waterproof) (Included)
Display: Colour LCD
Display Backlight: Manual (1 to 10), Auto Adjust
Keypad Backlight: On, Off
Flashlight: Low, Medium, High, Off
Handgrip Vibration: On, Off
Battery: Internal rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Battery Runtime: Approx. 9 hours
Battery Charge Time: Approx. 7 hours
Waterproof: Waterproof to 5 m / 16 ft, IP68
Key Technologies: Multi-IQ+ (High Power Simultaneous Multi-Frequency)
Included Accessories: USB Charging Cable, 5x Screen Protectors, 3.5 mm Headphone Audio Cable, Headphone Case
Software Upgradable: Yes - via USB connection (Windows or Mac OS compatible)

Forum Threads Tagged "manticore"

Minelab Manticore Forum

Minelab Manticore Instruction Manual

• Pro-Switch: Switchable Frequency Technology 
• Search modes: 2 x Park, 2 x Field and 2 x Beach 
• Fully Waterproof: Waterproof to 5m (16ft) – IP68 
• Beach Performance: Saltwater Capability 
• Light and Compact: 1.3 kg (2.9 lb) and 63 cm (25 in) 
• Audio control: 5 Audio Modes with configuration options 
• Choice of coils: V12X (included), V8X & V10X (Accessory). Also compatible with all equinox series coils
• Lighting and Vibration: Control Pod Flashlight, Red Backlight Display, Backlit Keypad and Handgrip Vibration 
• Loud and Clear Audio: Built-In Speaker (included), Low Latency Wireless Headphones with Wired cable. Waterproof Headphones Optional.
• Built to Last: Rugged construction and up to 3-year Warranty

"The F11 is an easy to use turn-on-and-go metal detector with one of the best feature sets of any metal detector in its price range. The F11 has speed with excellent target separation and easy to use Discrimination, Sensitivity, Notch and pinpoint. Easily identify targets with the 9-Segment Target Categories enhanced with the 4-Tone Audio-ID system. Target depth is displayed graphically both in real time and in pinpoint. Get your F11 and discover history now!" Source: Fisher 2016 catalog

Fisher F11 metal detector

Fisher F11 control panel

• 3-Modes of operation
• 9-Segment visual Target-ID
• Adjustable Sensitivity and Volume
• Static Pinpoint Notch Discrimination System
• Ultra-lightweight Only 2.3 lbs. Operational Weight
• 7.69 kHz Operating Frequency
• Operates on One 9 Volt Battery
• 7-Inch Waterproof Concentric Round Searchcoil

Official F11 Product Page

Fisher F11 Owner's Manual

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

Discontinued models are highlighted, and when discontinued the price shown is the last known sale price new.

The heart of the whole thing is intended to be the User Reviews. If enough people take the time to write up their basic thoughts about each model, pro and con, it can help others in the future. Please try and keep it on the level - critical commentary is good but trashing things just to trash them is not. Please note each forum member may leave one review only - this is not a discussion forum.

Anyway, this is an experiment that will only prove its worth over time if everyone contributes. Thank you in advance for any review you post! 

See also Steve's Metal Detector Reviews for in-depth reviews of select models.

21st century metal detecting - fully submersible with wireless headphones

"The Multi Kruzer will bring hunted out sites back to life by offering the best performance and depth combined with its robust and waterproof design. Are you a beach hunter? We did not forget about you, either! The Multi Kruzer features a new advanced beach mode that provides a very stable performance on the wet salt beach and even underwater." Source: Nokta/Makro Kruzer series brochure

Nokta/Makro Multi Kruzer metal detector

Nokta/Makro Multi Kruzer control panel

• Fully submersible up to 5 meters (16.4ft.) - Protected from total dust ingress.
• Excellent Discrimination and Unmasking Ability - Just detect those wanted gold targets and ignore iron.
• High Performance & Unmatched Depth - Uncover deep gold nuggets or micro jewelry other detectors simply cannot detect.
• Advanced Beach Mode - Very stable operation in dry sand, wet sand and underwater.
• NEW E.U.D. Function - Extra Underground Depth! Detect certain type of metals masked by ground conditions and/or at fringe depths.
• Fast Recovery Speed - Get ready to find out what the other metal detectors missed amongst trash and iron!
• 3 Selectable Target ID Depth Levels - Adjusts the depth level that the detector displays an ID for a detected target.
• 6 Search Modes - Gen (All Metal) / 2 Tone / 3 Tone / 4 Tone / Beach / Deep
• 2.4 GHz Wireless Headphones - Enjoy wireless freedom with no latency.
• Online Firmware Updates - Stay up-to-date with firmware updates (via USB on PC) and get the most out of your detector.
• Vibration - Ideal for the hearing impaired users as well as for detection underwater.
• Lightweight (1.4kg / 3.0Ibs) - Enjoy detecting for extended hours without fatigue.
• Built-in Lipo Battery - Easily charge it with the supplied charger or a USB power bank. Provides up to 19 hours of use.

Official Nokta/Makro Multi Kruzer Product Page

Nokta/Makro Kruzer Series Color Brochure

Nokta/Makro Multi Kruzer Owner's Manual

Nokta/Makro Metal Detector Forum

"Garrett AT MAX is our most versatile and advanced all-terrain VLF metal detector. With increased detection depth, built-in Z-Lynk Wireless Technology, and many other improvements, AT MAX helps treasure hunters push their limits to the MAX!" Source: Garrett 2018 catalog

Garrett AT Max metal detector

Garrett AT Max control panel

• Built-in Z-Lynk™ Wireless Technology - Cut the cord! Integrated wireless circuitry transmit signals to your MS-3 Wireless Headphones (included)!
• Maximum Detection Depth - Increased transmit power, enhanced electronics, and a 13.6 kHz operating frequency allow the user to detect a wide range of targets - from tiny gold nuggets and jewelry to large silver coins—deeper than other Garrett AT detectors.
• True All-Metal Mode - Detects all types of metal and provides the greatest possible detection depth and sensitivity.
• Advanced Ground Balance Options - Automatic and manually adjustable for improved performance. 175 points of hi-resolution Ground Balance allows the AT Max to handle both conductive soils (such as saltwater beaches) and highly mineralized ground. In addition, Garrett’s exclusive automated Ground Balance Window feature will simultaneously ground balance to a range of values to help overcome localized ground variations. 
• All Terrain Versatility - Weatherproof design for dusty, humid, or wet environments; and fully submersible to 10-foot depth. For underwater use, optional waterproof wired headphones must be used.
• Backlight - Illuminates LCD screen for improved visibility in low light situations.
• All Metal Iron Audio™ - Garrett Exclusive feature that audibly identifies iron while operating in a True All-Metal Mode (also available in the three Discrim Modes).
• Digital Target ID - Large numeric scale from 0 to 99.
• Fast Recovery Speed - to help separate adjacent targets.

Official Garrett AT Max Product Page

Garrett AT Max U.S. Owner's Manual

Garrett AT Max International Owner's Manual

Forum Threads Tagged "garrett at"

Garrett Metal Detector Forum

"The Gold Bug® family has revolutionized gold prospecting with new prospecting tools, Target-ID, incredible depth and all at an affordable price! Its fast retune speed and biaxial Search coils create superb target separation with impressive depth. V-BreakTM, the industry's first Variable Breakpoint tone discrimination system, allows user control of the multi-tone Audio ID system. This feature helps distinguish iron targets with a distinctive low audio tone while non-ferrite targets like gold, induce high tones. Tone discrimination combines with a dead-accurate Visual ID system to give gold prospectors a vital new tool in finding gold without having to dig any iron targets. An expanded 40-Point Iron ID target range helps differentiate between larger iron objects and smaller nails and pieces. The way it minimizes the masking effects of ferrous targets near non-ferrous targets is simply amazing! Coin and relic hunters marveled at how well the Gold Bug® Pro performed with our legendary 11 "DD Searchcoil, and the Gold Bug® DP was bom. Two more unique features are the real-time display of the Ground Phase value and an Fe304 meter that indicates the amount of mineralization present. These features monitor changes in soil conditions to locate and trace black sand concentrations where gold is commonly found. The Ground Balance system handles the toughest of ground conditions, capable of balancing all the way to salt. No longer do you need a specialized detector for prospecting and another for coins and relics; the Gold Bug excels at both!" Source: Fisher 2016 catalog

Fisher Gold Bug Pro Metal Detector

Fisher Gold Bug Pro Control Panel

• Discrimination Mode for coins and relics
• Motion All Metal Mode
• Computerized GROUND GRAB with Manual Adjust 
• No-motion Pinpoint with Depth Indicator
• Continuous Ground Phase and Mineralization Readout
• V-BreakTM, Industry's first Variable Tone Breakpoint Discrimination
• Threshold and Gain Adjustments
• Signal Strength Indicator
• Target-ID and 2-Tone Audio that includes V.C.O.
• 1/4" (6.3 mm) and 1/8" (3.2 mm) headphone Jacks
• Uses one 9V Alkaline battery
• Standard with 5" (13 cm) DD Round Closed Waterproof Search coil
• 19 kHz Operating Frequency
• Weight: 2.5 lbs. (1.1 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher Gold Bug Pro Product Page

Fisher Gold Bug Pro Owner's Manual

Fisher Gold Bug Pro - Steve's Review

Gold Bug Versions Compared

Forum Threads Tagged "fisher gold bug"

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"The best for all-purpose detecting. The X-TERRA 705 offers the ultimate detecting experience. It can be used for gold prospecting as well as for coin & treasure hunting, simply by switching between available pre-programmed modes. Thanks to Coin & Treasure and Gold Prospecting Modes you get a gold detector plus coin, treasure & relic detector all in one! Across diverse detecting conditions and in the toughest environments, the X-TERRA 705 delivers optimal performance with ease. An all-purpose detector capable of all types of detecting, from coin & treasure to relic, beach and gold prospecting. Performance and features driven, the versatility of this detector makes it without question, the leading detector in this category. The specialised Prospecting Mode has improved sensitivity making the detector more sensitive to small target signals. The Prospecting Mode can be used in highly mineralised, 'difficult' areas. The high frequency Double-D coils offer advantages, as they are adept at handling these conditions. The Prospecting Mode is ideal not only when searching for gold nuggets but also for small relics and some types of jewellery." Source: Minelab website

Minelab X-Terra 705 metal detector

Minelab X-Terra 705 control panel

• Minelab’s proprietary VFLEX technology. This allows you to change the frequency simply by changing coils. You don't need another detector!
• Standard 7.5 kHz Concentric coil is waterproof, suitable for detecting on beach and riverside.
• Compatible with low, mid and high frequency coils - all 7 X-TERRA accessory coils can be used with the X-TERRA 705.
• Automatic/Manual Ground Balancing, Tracking and now with Tracking Ground Balance Offset adjustment. This creates a performance advantage in certain areas such as wet/dry sand transition and hot rock locations, by setting the balance slightly positive or negative. 
• True automatic Ground Balance eliminates false ground noises so you can hear elusive small gold signals.
• Four preset detecting patterns that can also be customised plus All-Metal mode.
• Adjustable Iron Mask – designed for Prospecting Mode. This feature allows you to find desirable targets lying close to ferrous metals.
•  Effective noise cancel reduces interference. 
• Threshold tone for more accurate target ID interpretation.
• Two Pinpoint Modes: Auto and Sizing. 
• Target ID stability – precise, solid responsiveness in high-trash areas enabling you to efficiently and effectively search sites with a high concentration of junk.
• Also a great coin detector with highly accurate discrimination and numeric target identification.
• Positive transflective LCD display providing a back light only in dim light conditions enabling better screen visibility in poor lighting whilst saving battery charge in well lit conditions.
• Depth indicators, update continuously, even in Pinpoint mode. 
• Runs on just 4 x AA batteries.
• Lightweight, balanced design (only 1.3kgs) so you can enjoy detecting for longer periods.

Official Minelab X-Terra 705 Product Page

Minelab X-Terra 705 Owner's Manual

Minelab X-Terra 705 Gold - Steve's Review

Forum Threads Tagged "minelab x-terra"

Minelab Metal Detector Forum

"The F70 is a multipurpose high-performance metal detector noted for its quick response and fast retune speed so the user can cover ground quickly and still get great target separation. The 13 kHz operating frequency means it responds equally well to gold nuggets, coins and jewelry. The F70 has two different retune speeds: fast (default) and slow, ideal when searching for very deep or for very small targets such as gold nuggets. User can choose
from two program modes." Source: Fisher 2014 catalog

Fisher F70 metal detector

Fisher F70 control panel

• All Metal Auto-Tune Mode
• Advanced Software-Based Motion Discrimination Mode
• Large LCD Screen with 0-99 Numeric Target Identification Display
• One-touch Pinpoint with Variable Audio Pitch
• Multiple Audio ID Tone Options
• Notch Mode
• Soil Bar Graph Readout (Magnetic Mineralized Soil)
• Confidence Bar Graph Readout (Signal Strength)
• GROUND GRAB® Touchpad Ground Balancing
• Non-Volatile Memory Saves Settings
• Back Light for Low Light Conditions
• 1/4” (6.3 mm) Headphone Jack
• Frequency Shift Options
• Uses 4 AA batteries
• Standard with 11” (2.8 cm) DD Elliptical Open Waterproof Searchcoil
• 13 kHz Operating Frequency
• Weight: 2.9 lbs. (1.3 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher F70 Product Page

Fisher F70 Owner's Manual

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"With a combination of analog and digital controls, the F5 has one of the best user interfaces ever designed. Control knobs and touchpads are accessible with a single hand. Gain and Threshold knobs are strategically placed to easily “thumb” the controls up and down while analyzing a target, then easily return to the previous positions and it’s all visible in real-time. This high-tech detector with automated features is easy for beginners and has enough fine tuning control options to satisfy the professional." Source: Fisher 2014 catalog

Fisher F5 metal detector

Fisher F5 control panel

• High Resolution Manual Ground Balance
• Visual Target-ID by Category and 0-99 Numeric Readout
• Frequency Shift
• Target-ID Confidence Bar Graph
• One-Touch Notch
• Push Button Static Pinpoint with Numeric Depth Readout
• Threshold and Gain Adjustments
• 4-Tone Audio ID
• Continuous Ground Mineralization and Ground Phase Readout
• 1/4” (6.3 mm) Headphone Jack
• Uses two 9V batteries
• Standard with 10” (25 cm) Concentric Elliptical Open Waterproof Searchcoil
• 7.69 kHz Operating Frequency
• Weight: 2.9 lbs. (1.3 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher F5 Product Page

Fisher F5 Owner's Manual

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"The F4 is an easy-to-use deep seeking metal detector. It handles mineralized soil conditions with an 11”DD Searchcoil and Ground Balance control. Easily switch between All Metal, Discrimination and Pinpoint Modes with onetouch operation while the LCD display continually shows Notch and Discrimination settings. The F4 also has a four-tone Audio ID system. Professional features at an affordable price!" Source: Fisher 2014 catalog

Fisher F4 metal detector

Fisher F4 control panel

• Deep Seeking All Metal Mode with Manual Ground Balance
• 11 Visual Target-ID Categories
• Numeric 0-99 Target-ID Readout
• Target-ID Confidence Bar Graph
• One-Touch Notch
• One-Touch Pinpoint with Numeric Depth Readout
• Threshold, Sensitivity and Discrimination Adjustments
• 4 Tone Audio ID
• 1/4” (6.3 mm) Headphone Jack
• Uses two 9V Alkaline batteries
• Standard with 11” (28 cm) DD Elliptical Open Waterproof Searchcoil
• 5.9 kHz Operating Frequency
• Weight: 2.9 lbs. (1.3 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher F4 Product Page

Fisher F4 Owner's Manual

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"The Gold Bug® family has revolutionized gold prospecting with new prospecting tools, Target-ID, incredible depth and all at an affordable price! Its fast retune speed and biaxial search coils create superb target separation with impressive depth. V-Break™, the industry’s first Variable Breakpoint tone
discrimination system, allows user control of the multi-tone Audio ID system. This feature helps distinguish iron targets with a distinctive low audio tone while non-ferrite targets like gold, induce high tones. Tone discrimination combines with a dead-accurate Visual ID system to give gold prospectors a vital new tool in finding gold without having to dig any iron targets. An expanded 40-Point Iron ID target range helps differentiate between larger iron objects and smaller nails and pieces. The way it minimizes the masking effects of ferrous targets near non-ferrous targets is simply amazing! Two more unique features are the real-time display of the Ground Phase value and an Fe3O4 meter that indicates the amount of mineralization present. These features monitor changes in soil conditions to locate and trace black sand concentrations where gold is commonly found. The Ground Balance system handles the toughest of ground conditions, capable of balancing all the way to salt. No longer do you need a specialized detector for prospecting and another for coins and relics; the Gold Bug excels at both!" Source: Fisher 2014 catalog

Fisher Gold Bug metal detector

Fisher Gold Bug control panel

• Discrimination Mode for coins and relics
• Motion All Metal Mode
• No-motion Pinpoint with Depth Indicator
• Computerized GROUND GRAB®
• Continuous Ground Condition Readout
• Continuous Ground Phase and Mineralization Readout
• V-Break™, Industry’s first Variable Tone Breakpoint Discrimination
• Threshold and Gain Adjustments
• Signal Strength Indicator
• Target-ID and 2-Tone Audio that includes V.C.O.
• 1/4” (6.3 mm) and 1/8” (3.2 mm) headphone Jacks
• Uses one 9V Alkaline battery
• Standard with 5” (13 cm) DD Round Closed Waterproof Searchcoil (Gold Bug and Pro only)
• 19 kHz Operating Frequency
• Weight: 2.5 lbs. (1.1 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher Gold Bug Product Page

Fisher Gold Bug Owner's Manual

Gold Bug Versions Compared

Forum Threads Tagged "fisher gold bug"

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"The CZ-3D is an easy-to-use, multi-frequency detector known for finding the deeper coins and jewelry. Dual frequencies broaden the machine's ability to respond to targets across a wider conductivity range, achieving improved depth on most targets. The CZ-3D has 4-Tone Audio Target-ID with a deep target audio boost and easy push-button Pinpoint Mode with a target depth meter. It also has a Wet Sand Mode and an Enhanced Mode for high performance Target-ID. This manual ground balance VLF motion detector can also be used with suggested settings for tum-on-and-go operation." Source: Fisher 2016 catalog

Fisher CZ-3D metal detector

Fisher CZ-3D control panel

• Silent Search VLF Slow Motion
• Preset adjustable Discrimination
• Adjustable Volume, Sensitivity
• Salt Mode for wet sand searching
• Pinpoint Pushbutton with Depth meter
• Visual Target-ID meter
• Four Tone Audio Target-ID
• Big Target alert
• Faint Target Audio Boost
• Handle or Hip Mount
• 1/4" (6.3 mm) Headphone Jack
• Uses two 9V batteries
• Standard with 8" (20 cm) Concentric Round Open Waterproof Searchcoil, 7' (2 m) cable length
• 5 kHz and 15 kHz Operating Frequencies
• Weight: 3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher CZ-3D Product Page

Fisher CZ-3D Owner's Manual

Notes On Fisher CZ Detectors

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"Two-box metal detectors are used by prospectors, geologists, treasure hunters and public utility companies to locate large, deep objects, ore veins, pipes and cables. Fisher Labs, the recognized leader in the field, was granted the first two-box metal detector patent in 1938. The GEMINI-3 is respected for being the best there is because it goes deeper, traces farther and is easier to use than any other cache finder in its class." Source: Fisher 2014 catalog

Fisher Gemini-3 metal detector

• V.C.O. audio response for target pinpointing
• Inductive Search Mode
• Conductive Trace Mode
• Wide and Narrow Scan Inductive Trace modes
• 60-Cycle Noise Reduction circuitry
• Power On-Off Push-Pull switches
• Uses 16 AA batteries; 8 in Transmitter and 8 in Receiver
• Battery Test Meters
• 81.92 kHz Operating Frequency
• Weight: 7.5 lbs. (3.4 kg)
• 5 Year Warranty

Official Fisher Gemini-3 Product Page

Fisher Gemini-3 Owner's Manual

First Texas (Fisher) Metal Detector Forum

"THIS WATERPROOF METAL DETECTOR can do it all! Hunt for relics, coins and jewelry, even gold nuggets. With its roots in the MX lineup, MX Sport builds on the legendary MXT with the latest technology for improved performance, more options, and expanded features." Source: White's 2018 catalog

White's MX Sport metal detector

White's MX Sport control panel

• WATERPROOF HOUSING IP-68 certified waterproof to 10 feet
• SIX ADJUSTABLE HUNT PROGRAMS. Coin and Jewelry, Beach, Relic, Prospecting, High Trash and All Metal. Plus, Pinpoint
• FAST RECOVERY SPEED. Pick out those good targets right alongside trash
• REJECT VOLUME™. Maximize depth and filter target responses by the intensity of the volume- 8 settings
• SALT TRACK. An option in all hunt programs, Salt Track enhances performance in wet sand, in some farm fields and in the alkali patches often found in prospecting areas
• TONE ID. Hunt in 1, 2, 4, 8 or 20-tone I.D.
• AUTO GROUND BALANCE WITH TRACKING. Grab options. Complete versatility to go from the park to the beach to the
• desert
• FREQUENCY OFFSET for hunting alongside other detectors
• FREQUENCY 13.9 KHZ
• WATERPROOF SPORT HEADPHONES included
• 8 “AA” BATTERY PACK included
• ADJUSTABLE ARMREST with arm strap
• 10” DOUBLE D WATERPROOF COIL (other Sport coils available, sold separately)
• 2-YEAR PARTS & LABOR WARRANTY

Official White's MX Sport Product Page

White's MX Sport Owner's Manual

White's MX Sport - Steve's Review

Forum Threads Tagged "whites mx sport"

White's Metal Detector Forum

"THE GMT IS WHITE’S GOLDMASTER® - used in goldfields around the world! This detector ignores the harsh ground found in gold-bearing areas to simplify prospecting and find nuggets large and small - and coins, too. The GMT® is made for gold country, with 48 KHz operating frequency - the best for gold - and a waterproof search coil that’s ready for streams and rivers. High-end features like the iron target analyzer make hunting easier. Manual controls are available for advanced users and each option includes a recommended initial setting. Also onboard: variable self-adjusting threshold, Grab Pushpad for setting ground balance instantly, automatic ground balance and “Follow the Paystreak” feature, which displays the amount of magnetic minerals in the ground." Source: 2018 White's catalog

White's Goldmaster GMT metal detector

White's Goldmaster GMT control panel

• AUTO GROUND BALANCE with Fast AutoTrac®
• TRACKS AND ADJUSTS while you hunt
• GRAB PUSHPAD
• GROUND BALANCE sets in an instant
• IRON ID Bar Graph
• PROBABILITY OF IRON displays in percentage
• IRON TARGET ANALYZER determines the probability of iron as you sweep
• “FOLLOW-THE-PAYSTREAK” displays the amount of magnetic minerals in the ground
• OPTIONAL AUDIO Iron ID “Grunt” comes at the end of the GMT’s “zip-zip” sound
• VARIABLE SELF-ADJUSTING THRESHOLD (VSAT)
• WATERPROOF ELLIPTICAL “DD” search coil
• 48 KHZ operating frequency - Best for gold!
• EIGHT “AA” Drop-in Battery System
• 40 HRS. OF HUNTING (Optional Nicad Rechargeable System, sold separately)
• TWO-YEAR Parts and Labor Warranty

Official White's Goldmaster 24K Product Page

White's Goldmaster GMT Owner's Manual

White's Goldmaster GMT - Steve's Review

White's Metal Detector Forum

"Designed for difficult beach grounds, the Surfmaster Dual Field combines turn-on-and-go ease with the extreme depth and sensitivity of pulse induction detection. PI technology yields extreme depth detection for coins and jewelry – especially in salt water and mineralized ground. This detector is surf-ready and completely waterproof to a depth of 100 feet. Its 12” dual-field search coil has near neutral buoyancy, so it won’t push away from the water or try to sink. Included Piezo headphones are also waterproof. The Surfmaster Dual Field is sensitive to gold, even at maximum depth, and makes hunting easier with gain control and variable sweep speed. The adjustable pulse delay reduces noise from black sand and junk, making targets easier to pick out." Source: White's website

White's Surfmaster PI Dual Field metal detector

White's Surfmaster PI Dual Field control panel

• PULSE INDUCTION DETECTION for extreme depth on coins and jewelry, especially in saltwater and mineralized ground
• COMPLETELY WATERPROOF to depth of 100 feet
• ADJUSTABLE PULSE DELAY reduces black sand noise. Quieter on the beach, more targets
• 12” DUAL FIELD spider search coil. Near-neutral buoyancy
• SENSITIVE TO GOLD even at maximum depths
• GAIN CONTROL ADJUSTS for your particular beach conditions so you get every inch of PI depth
• QUICK TARGET RECOVERY
• TUNER ADJUSTS THRESHOLD tone and checks battery
• VARIABLE SWEEP SPEED slow to fast with no loss of depth
• WATERPROOF PIEZO HEADPHONES
• AUTOMATIC GROUND REJECTION
• POWER: 8 “AA” batteries included
• TWO-YEAR Parts and Labor Warranty

Official White's Surfmaster PI Dual Field Product Page

White's Surfmaster PI Dual Field Owner's Manual

White's Metal Detector Forum

"TM 808 is designed for locating coin caches, treasure chests and hordes of gold or silver - as well as septic tanks, tools, equipment, metal pipes and relics." Source: White's 2018 catalog

White's TM 808 metal detector

White's TM 808 control panel

• SIGNAL BALANCE CONTROL Adjusts the “Receive” signal to allow use almost anywhere- regardless of mineralization or outside interference
• EASY-TO-READ METER Shows signal strength
• RACE TRACK ANTENNA SYSTEM and state-of-the-art professional circuitry
• ADJUSTABLE GROUND BALANCE The only cache detector with the ability to reject ground minerals for deeper detection
• PUSH-BUTTON RETUNING
• DROP-IN C-CELL BATTERY PACK
• EASY TUNING & SETUP Preset settings on each control for hassle-free setup
• DESIGNED TO FIND septic tanks, tools and metal pipes as well as coin caches, treasure chests and hordes of gold or silver
• CONTROL SETTINGS labeled in English and Spanish
• INSTRUCTION MANUAL in English and Spanish

Official White's TM 808 Product Page

White's TM 808 Owner's Manual (1996 w/Cave Mode)

White's TM 808 Owner's Manual (Revised 2010 w/o Cave Mode)

White's Metal Detector Forum

"The Lobo Super TRAQ is an incredibly versatile, feature-rich machine that triumphs in small gold nugget prospecting. Spoil yourself with a detector that self-adjusts to any type of soil, even in highly mineralized locations. While the Lobo is designed to find gold, it also thrives in detecting coins, relics, and other treasures." Source: Tesoro 2013 catalog

Tesoro Lobo SuperTRAQ metal detector

Tesoro Lobo SuperTRAQ control panel

• SuperTRAQ Computerized Ground Tracking System
• VLF 17.8 kHz Frequency
• All Metal Auto Tune Mode
• Adjustable Threshold
• Silent Search Discriminate Mode
• Instant All Metal No-Motion Pinpointing
• Ultra-Smooth Operation in Extreme Mineralization
• MAXBoost Sensitivity
• Three Ground Tracking Modes: Normal Soil, Alkali, Black Sand
• Pole or Body Mount
• Lightweight Design
• 10" Elliptical Widescan Coil
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Official Tesoro Lobo SuperTRAQ Product Page

Tesoro Lobo SuperTRAQ Owner's Manual

Tesoro Lobo SuperTRAQ - Steve's Review

Tesoro Metal Detector Forum

"Lightweight and Easy to Learn. Powerful, entry-level detector with One-Touch operation. Turn on and begin finding treasure!" Source: Garrett 2018 catalog

Garrett Ace 200 metal detector

Garrett Ace 200 control panel

• Digital Target ID - Numeric scale from 0 to 99; indicates a target’s conductivity for  increased ability to distinguish targets from each other.
• Pulse Width Modulation Audio - Provides sharp, responsive target signals.
• Three Search Modes
• Coin Depth Indicator helps determines target depth.
• Camlocks for increased stem stability 
• Four Sensitivity adjustments
• Low Battery Indicator
• Disassembles into three pieces for storage/travel.
• 6.5” x 9” PROformance searchcoil included

Official Garrett Ace 200 Product Page

Garrett Ace 200 Owner's Manual

Garrett Metal Detector Forum