I have Andy"s book , had been using the Equinox for 6 months prior to reading it with success finding relics ,  coins and gold nuggets . Started studying Andy's book and couldn't believe how much it improved my knowledge and confidence , so much so that I have cobwebs on my GPX at the moment . Buy both authors books if you have doubts , you won't regret it .

Happy hunting ,

Cheers goldrat

1 hour ago, normmcq said:

I got my Avantree headphones yesterday and went out with them today. I can say that I am able to hear signals better with these on this detector than any combination of detectors and headphones that I own. I will be anxious to try them on my CTX and GPZ. I wish there were a way to use them wireless with the other detectors.

 

                                                                                                 Norm

Norm , I'm certain Avantree still stocks great bluetooth low latency transmitters . I've coupled them in the past with Avantree headphones and buds , work excellent .

Cheers

goldrat

Looks like lotsa digging Againstmywill , a well deserved find , congrats . Not so lucky in the Aussie Golden Triangle and all of Victoria  . All recreational hobbies have been banned including prospecting , fishing , etc , plus all unnecessary  travel , except for food and other essentials ( Doctors , Chemists ) Looks like we understand your Cabin Fever better now .

Keep Safe , as well as to all Detector Prospector members ,

Cheers goldrat

JP , That's how I like threads to go . Far more beneficial to my learning curve than settings ,  coils etc . I hope this is the new trend for all to report . Take care mate an have a great year .

Cheers

goldrat

Appreciate your important story Steve , I started in hospitality ( clubs and country hotels ) in1958 and finished in 2013 . In that span of years I saw many of both genders ruin their health , wealth , future and last but most importantly their family units . Over the years it broke my heart to see all of the above happen before my eyes . As I aged I tried extremely hard to help many people and their families , but I learnt that they have to own up to their problem , admit it and voluntary seek help . Thanks for your story , you have bought back many work related memories . I have always admired your knowledge and extreme strength to drive this forum in the best direction , well I've just added a further admiration of you , thanks for your story .

Cheers

goldrat

14 hours ago, phrunt said:

So, as time's gone by how are people feeling about the F-pulse now and their reliability? I'm in the market for a new pinpointer and I guess it's between the F-Pulse and the Minelab 35.  I'm a Carrot AT user and really like it but would like some more depth if possible.  I tried a TRX and don't like it at all.   I like it's tip sensitivity but it's depth is worse than my Carrot by quite a bit.

There are many reports of faulty F-pulse pointers but I know most users only say something if there is something wrong, if it's all good there is no need to speak 😉

 

Hi phrunt ,

                I'm going to purchase a pinpointer shortly , at the moment I'm between the Minelab 35 and either XP Deus  M14 or M16 . Can't find a lot of info on the XP's , what's your thoughts .

Cheers

goldrat

Hi Nugglorious ,

My smallest 4 nuggets found with Nox at about 2 inches and all VDI'd #2 . Interested to know what your 0.01 nugget VDI'd at . Hope you find plenty more .

Cheers

goldrat

Lovely speci Dave , are you popping it into acid or leaving it as a speci . Then you can find it in 4 years time .?

Cheers

goldrat

Well done Dave , You've got that Zed running sweet . Had my first GPX4500 lesson with Old Hand yesterday .

He's a dam good teacher and made it less daunting than I anticipated .

Cheers mate

goldrat

Thanks phoenix ,

Will order one today , with my limited skills if I run into trouble , I will PM you . Thanks for the advice and offer .

Cheers

goldrat

51 minutes ago, phrunt said:

It's a USB microscope, so it connects directly to your computer and stores the photo on the computer, I've got one too, they're pretty cool...

Thanks Simon , will be very useful toy for me . Particularly as I do a lot of goldfield results to mates by texting with pics .

Cheers

goldrat

On 6/12/2019 at 11:30 AM, phoenix said:

I don`t wear my glasses when I detect and yesterday I got this little one, and at first glance I thought it was a piece of steel.   Good thing I turned it over and looked at the other side. ?

Not real big, maybe a 0.3 if I`m lucky ?

  

Phoenix , great pics . question for you .

When you take a photo with microscope how do you transfer it to your smart phone for texting or your computer for saving or emailing .

Cheers

goldrat

Well done Pat ,

                         Hope the break was good for you besides finding gold .

Jenny and I hope to have a touristy week around Hill End in the winter , will throw the Nox in just in case . Will pm you at some stage to see  how much further we would have to travel .

Cheers mate ,

gold rat

Just received an email from Avantree with a link to Amazon for the clari-airbuds .

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P961194

Cheers

goldrat

On 4/26/2019 at 6:25 PM, Sinclair said:

Had the Q12 Plus, too. They pair with AptX-LL, no problem. They sound great, but they simply don't hold up in my ears when moving... so I had to return them

Aukey has some AptX-LL in their lineup now, but they're 3x the price. Avantree has a new in-ear model coming .. but my ear's don't seem to be in-ear compatible

https://www.aukey.com/products/hybrid-dual-driver-bluetooth-earbuds-key-series-b80

http://www.avantree.com/dual-driver-bluetooth-earphones-avantree-clari-air-ll.html

 

 

Sinclair , I have followed post's everywhere concerning wireless and wired ear buds for 18 months or more . A guess with the lack of Low latency opportunities I have always purchased wired earbuds . I think I have 6 to 8 pairs gathering dust in the shed . Every pair same result , bend down to use the pick and one or both would fall out or I'd ground detector too far out and pull a bud out . Anyway noticed you mention Avantree are bringing out a new model . Well I did a pre order on these 4 months ago which entitles you to a 60% discount plus free freight . The model that you mention in the link is hook over ear clari-air low latency . I received my parcel 2 weeks ago and have been out several times testing them . Five different areas with heavy mineralisation and 2 benign areas ( please note , both benign areas were away from the regular goldfields ) Let's start with comfort , best ever for my ears and as for falling out not once did this occur . You could do somersaults and they would stick . Saved the best part for last , over all grounds there is no lag at all , coil over target and you have the signal immediately . Performance identical to the factory headphones supplied with the Equinox 800 . Not  to concern us on this forum is the music quality which I found excellent ( not a sound quality buff ) I believe this shows up with the target signal clarity . As for play time , the longest time out was 5.5 hours and still going , although brochure says play time is 5 hours . This pair will not be gathering shed dust only bush dust . Hope this report helps prospectors wishing to use ear buds in the summer . Can't find them on Amazon yet , but direct with Avantree cost is $39.99 .

Cheers

goldrat

My apologies I forgot to mention that pairing was simple and quick and yes the + is on the Equinox screen .

Well done phoenix size doesn't matter a great looking nugget .

Cheers

goldrat

Boost has 100% Telstra coverage throughout Australia and their plans are great with plenty of choices . We choose $20 per month with unlimited texts and calls in Australia + unlimited International calls + 5GB Data . These monthly plans give you a choice up to $70 . The same benefits as above except Data is 80GB .

boost.com.au         will put you on site for perusal .       Hope this helps .

Cheers

goldrat

We live in Dunolly and chose to purchase " Boost " from Australia Post . This is a Telstra Company and you get their full coverage . You have a choice of plans from $20 per month which covers everything you will require . Google boost and you  will find all the info you require . Hope you enjoy your trip to Australia and keep safe .

Cheers

goldrat

2 hours ago, CliveHamy said:

Hi Goldrat, I bought mine via Amazon-UK, seemed to be from the SoundPeats distributor in the UK. Cheers Clive

Thanks Clive ,

                      I'll give that site a shot today .

Cheers

goldrat

8 hours ago, CliveHamy said:

As posted before I found the following on Amazon. They are definitely APTX Low Latency, only about £25K /$25 good audio quality, Great for the winter, I can wear my hat over them!. I use them instead of the Nox headphones now. Easy to synch with the Nox, and I notice that they also take phone calls when I'm out. A question does Minelab do a wireless pinpointer?

SoundPEATS Q12 Plus, Bluetooth 5.0 IPX6 Sweatproof Wireless Headphones APTX-Low Latency Bluetooth Earbuds CVC 8.0 Noise Cancelling Mic Bluetooth Earphones, Secure Fit for Sports, Gym,Upgrade Version

Cheers Clive

Hi Clive ,

             Recently read a excellent review on a wireless ear bud model # SoundPeats Engine Q40 . Iv'e corresponded by email on at least 7 occasions to purchase ? Head Office stated Amazon don't stock this model Soundpeats own online store haven't listed it . Finally they assured me that online SoundPeats Japan stock this model . They gave me a direct link and you guessed it all in Japanese . Complained to Head Office , now awaiting a reply . All reviews on your model Q12 are excellent  .

Cheers

goldrat

I live in the main street of Dunolly Victoria ( centre of Golden Triangle } . I can leave home in 4 different directions and be on alluvial goldfields under 10 minutes . 

Cheers

goldrat

Dan(NM) ,

               Well done mate , I'm so impressed , great feeling to pull treasures surrounded by ferrous rubbish .

I've just purchased my 6 inch coil and going to give it a run in a couple of days . Old Miners camp with full on rubbish . Going to use Gold Mode 2 and hopefully a Hamburger with the lot . Gold , relics and coins !!!!!

Cheers

goldrat

Nugget Finder make a heavy duty skid plate for SDC , huge improvement over Minelab skid plate .

I buy the clip on knuckle separate for Aus $20 .

I know Nenad Lonic from Phase Technical sells the skid plate , not sure about the knuckle .

Cheers

goldrat

4 hours ago, Northeast said:

Or do you mean this type.  They are Aftershokz Bone conduction, bluetooth head phones.   First time I tried them on the Equinox they worked well and the second time they lagged.  Haven't used them since. 

 

Thanks Northeast ,

                                That is the style I'm after , only difference to the first pair is the koss hooks on the ear but the muff is on the ear .

Interesting with the lag i will stay clear of them .Thanks for your help .

Cheers

goldrat

I am happy with my Gold Pro Headphones except too hot in summer .

Can't handle ear buds so I thought I'd try Earclip style .

Any advice on Koss KSC75 model or others .

Also any Earclip style in wireless to suit Equinox .

Thanks in advance .

Cheers

goldrat