To better explain the ID and the FECO system - from the manual: The horizontal axis rates the target on its size/conductivity (CO), ranging from 1 to 50, left to right. A CO value of 1 represents low conductivity (small alloy coins, foil, 9 ct and fine jewelry) and 50 represents high conductivity (large silver coins, copper items). The vertical axis rates the extent of the target’s ferrous characteristics (FE), ranging from 1 to 35, top to bottom. An FE value of 1 represents low ferrous characteristics and a value of 35 represents high ferrous characteristics. As the coil passes over a target, the detector digitally processes the target signals. At the end of detection, the Detect screen will display a Target Cursor and a Target ID Panel showing the target’s FE and CO properties. The position of the cursor is relative to these properties.
Good onya Xavier, you are not only generous and self-less for giving John the opportunity to use and review this machine, but also wise because, with no patronising or BS intended to John, the run-downs that he gives machines are 'to the point', and we are left in no doubts regarding the pros and cons of the metal detector in question. An excellent review as always. Awesome 'big' metal detector, in EVERY department.
A great guy for sure letting me borrow it right away. He used it once and then let me have at it for nearly 3 full weeks. Quite the detector no doubt. Thanks Tim!
Great review GT!!! Screw the haters mate - they can piss right off. Your reviews are simply the best on TH-cam. I am not sure of any channel who has as many reviews as you do. As for the idiot who commented about you "telling people how to use it".....I never heard you say you MUST use these settings. Never heard you say DO THIS OR ELSE! Seems to me you are just reviewing it as a feather in your cap as you have said many times before. Seems to me you are just showing off the features and options. Seems to me you told us all to READ THE MANUAL right in the video. I did not hear you preaching about what we MUST do. Again - great job. Screw the haters mate - fabulous video.
Thanks Steve. Not sure what he was prattling on about, as I certainly was not barking orders anywhere in this video. All just my opinion, to each their own. I did not have as much time as I wanted but felt good enough for a review video. As you noted, it is just a feather in the cap review. I enjoy making review videos, so will continue to do so. Almost 99.9999% of the haters do not have a single video on their channel. So yes, screw em! I honestly don't care about most negative comments. Takes them longer to type the drivel than it does for me to click a single button. Thanks for watching my friend!
This was a good introduction for me of the features and functions. My CTX3030 will arrive Nov 9, 2021. Trying to soak up as much info as possible while waiting for delivery. Very good quality video and that helps a lot.
From my own personal experience with the CTX since the spring of 2016, this machine has something different going on in the processing. For it to find SO many deep coins in places which have obviously been SMOKED for 50 years by everybody running everything…the processor(s) and comparators are working in a different way. For ME the price of the machine is justified by the results it produces, period. I don’t much care about a nail board test, as all nails are different, even if by microns, and placed differently, even if by microns. EMI and something under the floor can skew a result, so it doesn’t steer me in a different direction. What I DO care about is an honest opinion of the machine from what the presenter has seen in the field, nice work there! The more you use it, the more you will get attached to it, it’s an incredible machine even in 2022. I can’t wait to hear more of your experiences if they are forthcoming…
Thank you for the comment. I agree 100% that these tests are just examples of...fluff. I have always admitted it. Real world is the only thing that counts - and this detector does that real world VERY well in my eyes. One of the best silver sniffers ever made. I would not personally pay the price for it - but that does not mean it is not worth it. My close friend owns it, so I might use it again someday. I am no longer a Minelab dealer in 2022...so maybe not.
I watched the whole thing and I don't own one and am not going to buy one. In the end you talked about finding three merc's and four wheaties in a spot you've pounded before. My guess, is the 30 30 is that good. I heard one review where they said, the Deus II is gonna knock the 30 30 off the pedestal for deep silver. My guess is no. Good review, thanks.
I won't be buying one either, but would love to own one. The Deus 2 will not be taking the #1 spot away from this for deep silver - in my dirt anyways.
Nice review, thank you. Guess I am the “boomer” of metal detecting enthusiasts. It used to be “experience first” with the TRS & BFO detectors of yesteryear. It took many, many hours and countless holes to gain a good working knowledge of the detector signal you heard in your headphones coupled to “the sweep” of the detector in your hand. That short tiny sound just slightly different from those of each sweep made the difference between success and failure. Things have come a long way since my first detectors of a Whites TR80 and a Goldmaster, through today, a CTX 3030 & XP Deus. But each new detector came along with increases in recoveries so all in all, the ton or so of early F&I war through War of 1812 relics I have were worth the investment of time and love of the hobby. Thanks for a nice review, enjoyed it and piqued my enthusiasm to get out hunting a bit more.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. Being 46...I am right in the middle where I grew up during the analog to digital crossover in the 80's and 90's. While I was not metal detecting then, I was a tech nerd with computers, toys, audio equipment...etc. My first detector (and channel review) was the Garrett Scorpion Gold Stinger. What a difference from something like this. Both are awesome all the same in my eyes.
A bit of learning on this detector. But with patience and fine tuning it I bet this detector would smoke on the beach,.. Price wise I think it is a little out of my range.. But someday maybe I will have one to swing.. Thanks for showing the basics of how to nav around the menu ..
There is a learning curve for sure - but it is not as bad as it seems. Remembering where the options are in the menu is what takes the most time. The menu itself is fairly intuitive and easy to navigate. I for sure did not master it in the 2 weeks I had it - but felt good enough for a review video. The GPS and Geohunt are actually the most complicated parts of it. Thanks for watching brother.
It seems like a really cool machine, but I don’t think it would be a machine I would ever use. They would have to do something about the weight because I only weigh 125lbs I think it would be to heavy for me to swing for long. I love the mapping system several of the other features. Good luck to those who are capable of swinging it.
@@thehuntergt I just bought the CTX and because its so well balanced, it feels lighter than my Garrett AT Max. I have the shoulder harness and don't even use it.
Great review thank you! I am thinking about getting this one for my wife’s first detector. She likes the best but also just wants to hunt, but with the best chances of success hehe. Any thoughts or recommendations? Neither of us have experience, but are very interested. She’s hoping to find gold in all shapes and sizes. Lol.....I explained to her if it’s like Fishin you need to put your time in. Thank you!
My pleasure - thanks for watching. I personally would not recommend this as a first detector. The learning curve is pretty high to master it - and there is no point paying the $2000+ price tag unless a person is truly dedicated to master it. I make zero assumptions about skill level or learning capabilities - I just would not personally choose this for a first detector as it is likely to cause more frustration than fun to a beginner in the hobby. I would start with a Simplex or Vanquish (reviews on this channel) as a starting point for a year - and then upgrade if you are still interested after a year or so. Feel free to email me at thehuntergt@gmail.com if you have more questions or want to talk shop.
It would be very hard for me to imagine that Minelab is not in some mid-late stage of development of a multi-IQ flagship to run alongside the CTX-3030. I’m completely speculating, but I think it’s a pretty safe bet. I’m also speculating that it would not necessarily replace or discontinue the FBS platform, but exist as an alternative high end variant to it. The CTX still has its advantages as a stable, smooth and reliable machine. Multi-IQ is a sparky and sensitive platform designed to address complaints that FBS is slow and overlooks small gold and micro jewelry. Each platform makes necessary sacrifices to gain its strengths and to me anyway, fit like a lock and key if you have both. We’ll see though. I’ll be eating my words if multi-IQ sends FBS/CTX to the discontinued bin.
I can attest that this is a great tool. When not sniffing out gold nuggets you can attach a swiffer pad to search and destroy dust bunnies and spider webs.
I’ve noticed that it’s almost always old timers and teeny tiny guys that try to label this an outdated platform. Even in its day It should’ve been made a little trimmer, but I’d never let weight or ergonomics stop me from taking advantage of what this platform offers as long as it’s reasonably balanced, which it is. I even know women who use and love this machine.
I live in Alaska. Think I'm going to get one? Can someone tell me how to set the settings to find GOLD,? I know there are better ones for that. But I fancy this one! I LIKE MOST that it tells you depth! Or It's gonna be the 800? Opinions, please! Any other better choices with this caliper instead? A wide range would be nice in case I come upon other stuff like silver! I think he kinda answered my post @ the end. Still open to suggestions. Finally the first video I have seen someone test GOLD! Not looking for cans or nails! As you say open air is different. How I do like the LCD!!🤠
@@thehuntergt yeah so I've been told. I bought this primarily for gold detecting in the Palmer river, Queensland, Australia. I live in Cairns and not too far from there. Apparently a shit load of undiscovered gold there, so going to try my luck. Cheers for the tutorial 👍
Have you been searching you tube for tutorials on the 30 30? I am a retard myself, but after watching a few videos, I've figured out my NOX 800, and now my Deus II. When I say figured out, I mean I watched a video on how to program my detector for finding silver coins. That's what I hunt for most, and am happy. I'm still a retard, I just have one program on each of my detectors that work for me. Actually, I have both set up so when I pass the coil over a nickel, or over a copper penny, the machine is loud. Any other objects, it sounds more like a whisper. Of course, if a penny is loud, a dime, or quarter is even louder.
So I just purchased the 3030 mine lab. Watched this whole video and I am wondering what mode I put it in for finding GOLD. It has all those options but not gold . So obviously I’m missing something. Lol. Please help me out.
Gold runs the conductivity scale from just above iron (foil range) all the way up to zinc range (under silver). If you want gold...you dig everything but iron basically. There is no gold setting.
I'm sure this is a good detector , But it looks bloody complicated to use , The equinox is really easy to use ,Is this detector really any better than the equinox ?
In my opinion - yes - it is better than an Equinox for coin shooting. It is the best silver sniffer I have ever used. The Nox beats it for relic hunting and iron work.
if you really learned the Equinox, you should not have any problem with this detector. It is a better silver machine than the Equinox and ID's targets much better.
They are pretty close honestly. They both have menu and setup similarities. Performance on deep silver is very close. Seen one guy saysd his Etrac is deeper - next guy that his CTX is. Never tested them side by side so I will reserve judgement.
dirtfising has comments blocked , so the ctx3030 is going to find lots of things deeper than the 800 model with 5-40khz ? idk about frequencies but many use the 15-20khz machines in the $500-800 range even chigger who said he has other detectors but prefers his garret at . is the 3030 worth the difference than the 800 ?
If you want deep silver with a revolutionary ID grid system - yes - it is worth the price difference in "my" opinion. I am not aware of any detector that can sniff deep silver with an accurate ID like a CTX can. The Nox 800 is bonkers deep...but the ID and tone can suffer on fringe depths - where this holds stability much greater.
3030 is a great detector, slower than eq600, lower volume than eq600, but eq600 cannot handle high emi. 22c gold necklace on surface (bundled up) completely missed .... 3030 saw it. Eq600 Platinum ring under grass missed ... 3030 saw it. Beach was screaming with emi, eq600 was useless... 3030 had no problem. If you use 3030 on a windy beach use ear cup headphones. 600 is great for silver, copper, 1c 2c, penny ....but misses good jewerly ... 3030 misses cheap silver and cosmetics as trash sometimes.
@@rivercitymetaldetecting9854 I believe it. I should clarify that statement above is in my California soil. So a very good depth. Softer soils for sure into the 12-14 range on iffy stuff.
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To better explain the ID and the FECO system - from the manual:
The horizontal axis rates the target on its size/conductivity (CO), ranging from 1 to
50, left to right. A CO value of 1 represents low conductivity (small alloy coins, foil,
9 ct and fine jewelry) and 50 represents high conductivity (large silver coins, copper
items).
The vertical axis rates the extent of the target’s ferrous characteristics (FE), ranging
from 1 to 35, top to bottom. An FE value of 1 represents low ferrous characteristics
and a value of 35 represents high ferrous characteristics.
As the coil passes over a target, the detector digitally processes the target signals.
At the end of detection, the Detect screen will display a Target Cursor and a Target
ID Panel showing the target’s FE and CO properties. The position of the cursor is
relative to these properties.
Good onya Xavier, you are not only generous and self-less for giving John the opportunity to use and review this machine, but also wise because, with no patronising or BS intended to John, the run-downs that he gives machines are 'to the point', and we are left in no doubts regarding the pros and cons of the metal detector in question. An excellent review as always. Awesome 'big' metal detector, in EVERY department.
A great guy for sure letting me borrow it right away. He used it once and then let me have at it for nearly 3 full weeks. Quite the detector no doubt. Thanks Tim!
Great review GT!!! Screw the haters mate - they can piss right off. Your reviews are simply the best on TH-cam. I am not sure of any channel who has as many reviews as you do. As for the idiot who commented about you "telling people how to use it".....I never heard you say you MUST use these settings. Never heard you say DO THIS OR ELSE! Seems to me you are just reviewing it as a feather in your cap as you have said many times before. Seems to me you are just showing off the features and options. Seems to me you told us all to READ THE MANUAL right in the video. I did not hear you preaching about what we MUST do. Again - great job. Screw the haters mate - fabulous video.
Thanks Steve. Not sure what he was prattling on about, as I certainly was not barking orders anywhere in this video. All just my opinion, to each their own. I did not have as much time as I wanted but felt good enough for a review video. As you noted, it is just a feather in the cap review. I enjoy making review videos, so will continue to do so. Almost 99.9999% of the haters do not have a single video on their channel. So yes, screw em! I honestly don't care about most negative comments. Takes them longer to type the drivel than it does for me to click a single button. Thanks for watching my friend!
This was a good introduction for me of the features and functions. My CTX3030 will arrive Nov 9, 2021. Trying to soak up as much info as possible while waiting for delivery.
Very good quality video and that helps a lot.
Thanks - glad you enjoyed the video. Best of luck with it, great detector in my eyes.
Hi John. Did you get the ctx.
Are you pleased with the performance.
Wow! The ctx3030 is a beast! Excellent review. Thanks for the video.
It is something else for sure. Very neat detector in my eyes. Thanks for watching.
From my own personal experience with the CTX since the spring of 2016, this machine has something different going on in the processing. For it to find SO many deep coins in places which have obviously been SMOKED for 50 years by everybody running everything…the processor(s) and comparators are working in a different way. For ME the price of the machine is justified by the results it produces, period. I don’t much care about a nail board test, as all nails are different, even if by microns, and placed differently, even if by microns. EMI and something under the floor can skew a result, so it doesn’t steer me in a different direction. What I DO care about is an honest opinion of the machine from what the presenter has seen in the field, nice work there! The more you use it, the more you will get attached to it, it’s an incredible machine even in 2022. I can’t wait to hear more of your experiences if they are forthcoming…
Thank you for the comment. I agree 100% that these tests are just examples of...fluff. I have always admitted it. Real world is the only thing that counts - and this detector does that real world VERY well in my eyes. One of the best silver sniffers ever made. I would not personally pay the price for it - but that does not mean it is not worth it. My close friend owns it, so I might use it again someday. I am no longer a Minelab dealer in 2022...so maybe not.
Great job John. 👍
Thanks Greg!
I watched the whole thing and I don't own one and am not going to buy one. In the end you talked about finding three merc's and four wheaties in a spot you've pounded before. My guess, is the 30 30 is that good. I heard one review where they said, the Deus II is gonna knock the 30 30 off the pedestal for deep silver. My guess is no. Good review, thanks.
I won't be buying one either, but would love to own one. The Deus 2 will not be taking the #1 spot away from this for deep silver - in my dirt anyways.
Yeah this one is for me man , I appreciate the video, good job .
My pleasure - thanks for watching!
Great review Hunter one heck of a machine for sure!!!
Thanks Papa!
What a great review! A complex machine that for sure is not for everyone.
It can make your head spin for sure. I really like it!
Nice review, thank you. Guess I am the “boomer” of metal detecting enthusiasts. It used to be “experience first” with the TRS & BFO detectors of yesteryear. It took many, many hours and countless holes to gain a good working knowledge of the detector signal you heard in your headphones coupled to “the sweep” of the detector in your hand. That short tiny sound just slightly different from those of each sweep made the difference between success and failure. Things have come a long way since my first detectors of a Whites TR80 and a Goldmaster, through today, a CTX 3030 & XP Deus. But each new detector came along with increases in recoveries so all in all, the ton or so of early F&I war through War of 1812 relics I have were worth the investment of time and love of the hobby. Thanks for a nice review, enjoyed it and piqued my enthusiasm to get out hunting a bit more.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. Being 46...I am right in the middle where I grew up during the analog to digital crossover in the 80's and 90's. While I was not metal detecting then, I was a tech nerd with computers, toys, audio equipment...etc. My first detector (and channel review) was the Garrett Scorpion Gold Stinger. What a difference from something like this. Both are awesome all the same in my eyes.
Brilliant review that tells me this machine is too complicated for me.
A bit of learning on this detector. But with patience and fine tuning it I bet this detector would smoke on the beach,.. Price wise I think it is a little out of my range.. But someday maybe I will have one to swing.. Thanks for showing the basics of how to nav around the menu ..
There is a learning curve for sure - but it is not as bad as it seems. Remembering where the options are in the menu is what takes the most time. The menu itself is fairly intuitive and easy to navigate. I for sure did not master it in the 2 weeks I had it - but felt good enough for a review video. The GPS and Geohunt are actually the most complicated parts of it. Thanks for watching brother.
It seems like a really cool machine, but I don’t think it would be a machine I would ever use. They would have to do something about the weight because I only weigh 125lbs I think it would be to heavy for me to swing for long. I love the mapping system several of the other features. Good luck to those who are capable of swinging it.
Yeah - it is bonkers heavy. Some people will def need a harness. Neat detector for sure. Thanks for watching!
@@thehuntergt I just bought the CTX and because its so well balanced, it feels lighter than my Garrett AT Max. I have the shoulder harness and don't even use it.
Hi mate , what a great machine my friend the only thing that puts me of is the price 😂 good review mate well done ATB Rob .
As my grandpappy used to say - "It ain't cheap". Thanks for watching Robbie!
Great review thank you! I am thinking about getting this one for my wife’s first detector. She likes the best but also just wants to hunt, but with the best chances of success hehe. Any thoughts or recommendations? Neither of us have experience, but are very interested. She’s hoping to find gold in all shapes and sizes. Lol.....I explained to her if it’s like Fishin you need to put your time in. Thank you!
My pleasure - thanks for watching. I personally would not recommend this as a first detector. The learning curve is pretty high to master it - and there is no point paying the $2000+ price tag unless a person is truly dedicated to master it. I make zero assumptions about skill level or learning capabilities - I just would not personally choose this for a first detector as it is likely to cause more frustration than fun to a beginner in the hobby. I would start with a Simplex or Vanquish (reviews on this channel) as a starting point for a year - and then upgrade if you are still interested after a year or so. Feel free to email me at thehuntergt@gmail.com if you have more questions or want to talk shop.
@@thehuntergt thank you so very much! I appreciate the reply.
I will email you!
🇨🇦🇨🇦We own a church with 5 acres of land and I was gifted a metal detector for Christmas!
Wow, I assume you started detecting around the church? Most detectorists would love to detect your property.
Hi there , I heard minlab is coming out with a new CTX3030. Is that true. Let me know. Thank you for sharing
No clue - they keep me out of their loop. I am a dealer for them - and nothing more. Thanks for watching!
It would be very hard for me to imagine that Minelab is not in some mid-late stage of development of a multi-IQ flagship to run alongside the CTX-3030. I’m completely speculating, but I think it’s a pretty safe bet. I’m also speculating that it would not necessarily replace or discontinue the FBS platform, but exist as an alternative high end variant to it. The CTX still has its advantages as a stable, smooth and reliable machine. Multi-IQ is a sparky and sensitive platform designed to address complaints that FBS is slow and overlooks small gold and micro jewelry. Each platform makes necessary sacrifices to gain its strengths and to me anyway, fit like a lock and key if you have both. We’ll see though. I’ll be eating my words if multi-IQ sends FBS/CTX to the discontinued bin.
thanks for the review I guess to complicated for many of us so stick with mt T2 I guess
Nothing wrong with a good ole T2. My favorite detector of all time.
This detector looks brilliant and would like a to try it out
It is a great one. Wish I owned it myself.
Thank You.
Terrific review of the 3030👍
Thanks!
I can attest that this is a great tool. When not sniffing out gold nuggets you can attach a swiffer pad to search and destroy dust bunnies and spider webs.
Not only that...you can plot where each dust bunny and spider were found via GPS mapping.
@@thehuntergt we are truly living in the future!
I’ve noticed that it’s almost always old timers and teeny tiny guys that try to label this an outdated platform. Even in its day It should’ve been made a little trimmer, but I’d never let weight or ergonomics stop me from taking advantage of what this platform offers as long as it’s reasonably balanced, which it is. I even know women who use and love this machine.
Minelab CTX 3030 Metal Detector 17" Smart Coil, 11" DD Smart Coil for $2900 it better dig the target for me !!!!
The price is not for everybody...no doubt about that.
I'm guessing you could have done a four hour review and still not covered it all....quite an impressive machine...nice show
Exactly right. lol Thanks!
I live in Alaska. Think I'm going to get one? Can someone tell me how to set the settings to find GOLD,? I know there are better ones for that. But I fancy this one! I LIKE MOST that it tells you depth! Or It's gonna be the 800? Opinions, please! Any other better choices with this caliper instead? A wide range would be nice in case I come upon other stuff like silver! I think he kinda answered my post @ the end. Still open to suggestions. Finally the first video I have seen someone test GOLD! Not looking for cans or nails! As you say open air is different. How I do like the LCD!!🤠
Bought one a few months back.... I'm a tech retard and this is going to be a challenge.
Great detector once it is all figured out. I think you will be ok. It was not as difficult as I expected. Good luck!
@@thehuntergt yeah so I've been told. I bought this primarily for gold detecting in the Palmer river, Queensland, Australia. I live in Cairns and not too far from there. Apparently a shit load of undiscovered gold there, so going to try my luck. Cheers for the tutorial 👍
Have you been searching you tube for tutorials on the 30 30? I am a retard myself, but after watching a few videos, I've figured out my NOX 800, and now my Deus II. When I say figured out, I mean I watched a video on how to program my detector for finding silver coins. That's what I hunt for most, and am happy. I'm still a retard, I just have one program on each of my detectors that work for me. Actually, I have both set up so when I pass the coil over a nickel, or over a copper penny, the machine is loud. Any other objects, it sounds more like a whisper. Of course, if a penny is loud, a dime, or quarter is even louder.
What about depth concerning huge targets like 10s coins in one container? Thanks
So I just purchased the 3030 mine lab. Watched this whole video and I am wondering what mode I put it in for finding GOLD. It has all those options but not gold . So obviously I’m missing something. Lol. Please help me out.
Gold runs the conductivity scale from just above iron (foil range) all the way up to zinc range (under silver). If you want gold...you dig everything but iron basically. There is no gold setting.
Guys is this better than nox 900 or Deus2 ? Thanks
I'm sure this is a good detector , But it looks bloody complicated to use , The equinox is really easy to use ,Is this detector really any better than the equinox ?
In my opinion - yes - it is better than an Equinox for coin shooting. It is the best silver sniffer I have ever used. The Nox beats it for relic hunting and iron work.
if you really learned the Equinox, you should not have any problem with this detector. It is a better silver machine than the Equinox and ID's targets much better.
Great Video, My Question is how how would you compare the silver slayer CTX to the Silver Sniffer Etrac. ? And Thanks for your opinion and advance.
They are pretty close honestly. They both have menu and setup similarities. Performance on deep silver is very close. Seen one guy saysd his Etrac is deeper - next guy that his CTX is. Never tested them side by side so I will reserve judgement.
dirtfising has comments blocked , so the ctx3030 is going to find lots of things deeper than the 800 model with 5-40khz ? idk about frequencies but many use the 15-20khz machines in the $500-800 range even chigger who said he has other detectors but prefers his garret at . is the 3030 worth the difference than the 800 ?
If you want deep silver with a revolutionary ID grid system - yes - it is worth the price difference in "my" opinion. I am not aware of any detector that can sniff deep silver with an accurate ID like a CTX can. The Nox 800 is bonkers deep...but the ID and tone can suffer on fringe depths - where this holds stability much greater.
good video
Would the coin in the nail board show up if you looked at the screen that shows multiple targets?
No it would not. I tried it repeatedly, Targets are too close together for that function to work.
@@thehuntergt thank you. I’m in the Uk and am thinking of getting a ctx
@@DavidBeechfieldBrownArt Very good detector in my opinion. Even if not fantastic in iron. One of the best silver sniffers I have ever seen.
How was your arm after using that killer machine works a lot like my etrac
Not too bad. I think the Etrac is slightly more nose-heavy - but of course lighter.
@@thehuntergt ya is a bit heavy up front yes not much a counter battery like the Ctx battery as not as big on etrac
3030 is a great detector, slower than eq600, lower volume than eq600, but eq600 cannot handle high emi. 22c gold necklace on surface (bundled up) completely missed .... 3030 saw it. Eq600 Platinum ring under grass missed ... 3030 saw it. Beach was screaming with emi, eq600 was useless... 3030 had no problem. If you use 3030 on a windy beach use ear cup headphones. 600 is great for silver, copper, 1c 2c, penny ....but misses good jewerly ... 3030 misses cheap silver and cosmetics as trash sometimes.
How much profound can it go?
how much the price?
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It's fast, you get a hit, you will slow down anyway
Where did you get your keypad cover?
Previous owner did it - no clue.
Where did you get that carbon fiber face plate?
No clue - my friend bought it that way.
Opinion vs gold monster 1000 ?
They are completely different machines made for different purposes.
How much depth
Depends on soil conditions and size of target. On most coins - 10-12 inch range tops.
@@rivercitymetaldetecting9854 I believe it. I should clarify that statement above is in my California soil. So a very good depth. Softer soils for sure into the 12-14 range on iffy stuff.