Minelab's Simplex Killer? And The Three New Nokta Simplex Models
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- Welcome to the Metal Detecting NYC channel. Minelab puzzled many with the release of the XTerra Pro. Now it makes sense, they are aiming to take the market for the Nokta Makro Simplex. Now it seems to be a brilliant move. The XTerra Pro has adjustable frequencies at 5kHZ, 10kHz, 15kHz and 8kHz for the beach while the three new Simplex models operate at 15kHz. Let's discuss it! Stay tuned!
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i love how Nokta made Minelab offer a great detector at a great price..thank you Nokta 😁 im a fan of both companies😁
Mineleb?..Yeah, At One Time… But ”CODAN”?… Not so much.. When Wall Street Liquidator behemoth Codan Purchased Mine lab for liquidation(And kept them as it was suddenly all they had turning a profit during the DNC/Obama Hell/Slump) I could no longer support them, it’s like buying Ar-15’s from the CCP…
To me this is giving ML free publicity and advertising. Would like to see her come out and just say our detectors are best and we'll prove it in the field. I just don't like words being thrown around like this.. Just me
I agree
Agree also
I love Nokta and Dilek, she's very passionate and it's much appreciated. She makes mistakes but she wears her heart on her sleeve and I love it.
I’m with ya man! I like Nokta/Dilek as well. There is some TH-camrs that despise her and Nokta, but when it comes down to it they got to be the best company out there for the costumers.
I can’t stand TH-camr constantly bashing others companies. It gets old real quick!
@Kody Brown youtubers are the worst offenders at doing what they accuse everyone else of. They are just shills for their favorite brands. Which would be fine if they were just honest about that. But they hardly ever are. Hunter GT and Iffy Signals, and paystreak are 3 of the best at just giving their honest opinions and not bashing others. Your correct though, and it's also why I appreciate nokta and Dilek so much, when it comes to their customers, they really are the best. Everything they do is based on our wants and feedback and they can do that while still making the money they need to make. That is a wonderful thing.
@@LordRa88 I love watching Paystreak & his attitude is always great. I do like Iffy also.
I just want to watch metal detecting without all the political BS.
@Kody Brown exactly. It's so dumb. This is an amazing hobby, with amazing people, but the ones we are talking about just love to try to ruin it with all their stupid drama. It's like the middle school my dad is better then your dad bs
I appreciate Nokta for regulating a fair price range with a better product for other supplier companies to adjust to keeping the customer's benefit/demand in mind. Thank you, Nokta for The Simplex and Legend!! And, Thank you Minelab for The Xterra Pro.
I started on a single frequency Bounty Hunter. It taught me all the basics , was inexpensive , super light and worked surprisingly good in parks and dry ocean sand. Got to know it pretty good after a couple years. Finally upgraded to multi frequency but I still like to break out the BH once in awhile for it's simplicity.
though I had some problem with sea water It also th-cam.com/users/postUgkxa-FNYUOM93a388gi9a4brtSCEVmrHgJH land for finding any things very easily. (thought it would work as normal due to it being water proof within certain parts of the detector), on dry land and sand worked well. My first one, so still have lots to learn
This goes for all companies. If you have to bad mouth your competitors it shows you are intimidated by them. It can come off to some people as sour grapes. If you have a great product let it do the talking.
The above also applies to companies acting in an anticompetitive way.
A bold prediction but I think Minelab have checkmated Nokta's Simplex range with the Xterra Pro this time around.
Good luck to both.
My NOX 800 flooded after 4 years. Luckily my buddy is a detector dealer and had a brand-new one on hand. I bought it and a Nokta Legend on the spot. I won't be giving up my 800 any time soon but I do like the Legend so far! I got a gold ring the first time out with the Legend so there is that. Just have to calibrate my brain for the VDI offset between the 2 machines.
Merrill, we all get it now....She has a valid point about her competitor and monolopy. Whatever people think of her presentations, you have to admit Nokta introduced innovations and prices ( for the betterment of end users), in the industry that probably would not have occured.
I confess that my initial impression of the Minelab XTerra Pro was a bit negative but I erroneously assumed that it was going to have an MSRP of +$500. At $269, this is a game changer. Early tests being published online by the usual testers are providing evidence of a really interesting and extremely capable player in the marketplace and at the price point of $269 making it the best machine currently available at the sub $500 price point. Mea culpa. This device is a real threat to the Domestic Metal Detector Manufacturers. How will they respond in light of a machine that is already a threat to their niche in the marketplace.
Those were my exact thoughts!
I’m curious if it’s better then the Vanquish series? If so then they might need to reduce prices on their Vanquishes.
@@kody3377 and not just the Vanquish either. This machine makes all devices below $600 overpriced, the Fishers, the Garrett’s, even many Bounty Hunters need price “adjustments” in my opinion.
X-Terra was my first detector, over 10 years ago. I had countless happy detecting moments with it, until I switched to the Equinox 800. The new machine, the X-Terra Pro, looks to be very good.
The addition of the XTerra Pro to Minelabs stable is a Simplex killer ONLY if you don't have a Simplex. I personally have one and a Vanquish 440. Just got the Simplex 3 days ago used for $175. Person tried it 3x and couldn't or wouldn't get the hang of it. I'm from the OLD school of single frequency heavy machines that WERE finely tuned. Everything from starting with a threshold to ground balance to All metal or VLF TR Discriminate. I wanted the Simplex because I felt it was a combo of old school Khz with newer technology for easier and better Silver (Häagen-Dazs). The Xterra Pro does the same thing and I would probably get one too, if not for me, but one of my kids.
Awesome video and break down!! I had a Equinox 800 for over a year and found myself finding it more stable in urban detecting when running a single, low frequency and stopped using the multi frequency pretty quick. Then i got my hands on a Simplex for a while and wasn't thinking it would do well but was highly surprised by its equal performance to the Simplex in my areas and and a third of the price!! I've used both brands for a while and many different machines from both and find myself going to buy another Simplex after selling my Equinox 800. This was a great video and love the fact that the face of Nokta/Makro is soo passionate and out there showing what their product could do!!
That's true Nokta Makro is a great company and they have best prices in METAL detector industry ... I recommend them strongly
Maybe , but the Simplex cant comped with the Xterra pro on the beach : th-cam.com/video/i6Gs0uKPk1c/w-d-xo.html
Hi Merrill, just wanted to say been loving the videos you’ve made over the last few weeks as a UK Minelab and Nokta dealer and passionate family of detectorists like yourself.
We’ll done and keep them coming.
Thank you!
Finger on the pulse as always Merrill. Thank-you. Certainly an interesting situation that is continuing to develop. The industry definitely needs competition, not a monopoly.
Hopefully this competition between these giants gets us detectorists more affordable options, I own 3 detectors and love each one differently and wont part ways with them. Keep up the outstanding videos! Thanks !
Which 3 have you got, and if you were only allowed to keep one, which one would it be?
Good video. Multi frequency is great. But features like target sizing is also really helpful on determining whether to dig or not.
Qual detector possui essa função?
The evolution of this hobby is changing as we speak. What I would like to know is what they gonna do when everything has been found? 👍
Not so much "everything found", but I agree the metal detector wars arms race and more and more detectors being released coupled with the fact fewer people carry coins or wear valuable jewelry, we are about to reach a tipping point. A good segment of people detecting only look for modern coins and jewelry, and that segment is dwindling dwindling fast. I am a relic hunter so the things I look for are not dependant on the fads of todays society, but park and beach hunters future does look bleak in my opinion.
I did not hear very well, did she say the Simplex is unrivalled as of today ???
Mmmmm not sure if this is the right way to go about airing your dirty washing in public, personally I think they should employ a spokesman for this role, Someone with a pleasant voice, easy listening, has a way with words
, someone that I trust and have 100% faith in, well that will be you Merrill 🥳🥳🥳😎😎😎 yes talk about single and multi machines as they make great products at a very affordable price but stop throwing mud as it’s what children do, he said she said ect ect as it makes the company look bad, that’s my opinion from a public perspective.
Kudos Merrill, kudos, we are lucky to have such a great source of information on all of these metal detectors. Merrill you are our main fixture to go too, to steer us in the right directions on the does and the don't, thanks again big guy...you're the best! and I'll be watching! HAPPY HUNTING.
Thank you Greg!
I hope that before the release of these machines that Nokta will make the Ultra with adjustable frequencies. Especially since they no longer make the Anfibio or Kruzer. That would allow them to compete better with the Xterra pro.
I was thinking the same thing. I have a feeling that might have to happen.
Скорее всего так и будет, иначе xrerrap просто убъет продажи нового simplex
I just bought the Legend after purchasing the Simplex+ last year. I wanted more functions for tones. Now Nokta comes out with the Simplex Ultra🤦♀️ Oh well, I'd probably buy the Legend eventually anyway. 🤷♀️😆 Thanks for the updated news Merrill 👏
I sure love my Legend.
@@metaldetectingbrooklyn9896 probably because Nokta detectors are built much more quality. Remember the Nox’s and how about every other person had to have theirs repaired???
Don’t hear many complaints about any Nokta detectors so ya!!?
@@kody3377 Not only Walmart but Costco is involved. Hope this explains it all. Happy hunting.
Competition is only good news for markets... for buyers... for tech
Most of us "old guys" started with a single freq. machine. After learning the quirks and idiot-syncrasies of the thing, we did alright and fell in love with the hobby. Certainly the multi-simultaneous machines are better. The switchable still better than the single freq. alone. Point being, they all work. You can use and enjoy any of them. The rest of the hype and arguing is just to get into wallet before the other guy does. Consumer only needs to know what machine(s) do they need for style of detecting. Representatives bad mouthing other manufactures is sounding more like sour grapes than product comparison. Just my two cents. I do enjoy your commentary regarding your experience with the various models. That is much more valuable to me than salespeople competing to win my dollar.
Lite $149, BT $199, Ultra $299? That’s honestly what I’d pay with XTPro at $269. Make the Ultra have changeable frequencies also.
Where are your prices?
We have a price
Lite $ 250 , xt pro $380 .
@@vidam7329 The prices for new Simplex models have not been released. I was just suggesting that in order to remain relevant/competitive, those are the prices I would consider for the 3 new models due to the XTPro being released at $269 confirmed.
Always enjoy your videos! You show it all!
Watched a Calabash video comparing Xterra pro versus Simplex; depth test on a 10.5" silver dime in the ground. About equal depth, but at 5 Khz, Xterra pro has 2-3 " advantage. I believe it is Nokta who is worried now, that's why she is knocking Minelab so aggressively! I have neither ML or Nokta machines. If only the Xterra pro were lighter, like under 2 lbs, then I would definitely buy one.
Just returned the ultra I own and have owned the simplex plus for a few years great Detector the ultra is so unstable its not fit for purpose and nokta have put out units for testing that in no way perform as bad as what they have finally put out for general sale
I want to say thank you for the truth on your videos... I went out and bought the equinox 900 Because you recommended the best And I can't afford the manticor here in Canada it's $2700
Its fun for me to watch what is going on in MD land! I settled for a machine and more md’s hit the market then when i started 6 years ago, its insane! The claims are getting ridiculous! Its almost like a soap opera. Njoyd ur vid, commentary like allways is spoton 💯👍🏼
Best value is a slightly used nox 800. Now that the nox 900 is out. Some of the used ones even have the snake skin wire cover and reinforced coil bracket already installed. I don’t think you can go wrong with the 800.
couldn't agree more Brian I've been watching second-hand 800s selling for around 650 US
The 800 is still an animal
@@beaulyon144 इंडिया में भैज सकते हो क्या ़
The bigger point is Legend owners like me are Targeted by Minelab owners who are saying I have a knockoff Minelab, Nope, I find just as much or more than them, and guess what I didn't pay Extra $$$$. I have a Simplex+ and with L24 coil , it's hard to beat...
Now I want to see the new coil and wonder if it is an improvement
The out of round shaft is great.
I still grab my Whites PI's ( I still have 4 left) over the Nox because I know them, and they are single frequency - I am also only South Fla Beach hunting. I agree with you that the Nokta price and performance is the best choice for a new starter machine - I have a brand-new Whites PI Dual Field that was used twice before the TDI Beach came out and the wife surprised me with it. the PI Dual Field has been for sale since it was less than a month old - everyone that I know that was thinking of a getting a detector I told them best bang for the buck was the Legend -
Whites TDI is on my shopping list! So hard to find! Impossible to find! Legendary machine!
I love my whites tdi sl. I bought it before they went out of business knowing they would be hard to find. @metaldetectingnyc contact the guys at centerville electronics. They might know we're to get one. They are the repair shop for White's
RIP White's 😥
yay another great story by the detektor wisperer :D greetings from bavaria
Whites had all those options 35 plus years ago. The V3i could run in single or three frequency. If Whites had the processor speed it would still dominate today and not be out of business.
What I want in a metal detector. I would like a manufacturer to engineer a program that has the ability to unmask in trash and iron infested sites as good as Adelle does. The program could be called "Nincompoop Mode", and your detector would yell at you for passing on good targets and criticize your abilities and to find as much as Adelle.
Merrill, I always used 10 khz when using my NOX 800. Unlike you, I thought multi was just a gimmick. Maybe I'm wrong, but that was how I was hunting. I am always out to find silver, not gold. When at the beach, that was different.
I also own a lot of metal detectors each one has its capabilities and disabilities but I wouldn't get rid of none of them everyone of my metal detectors has its place and faults but that's what makes it fun I don't worry about numbers popping up on the screen if I hear signal I dig it regardless of metal copper iron it doesn't matter it's all about not knowing what it is and finding something cool
When are you going back to Dead horse Bay with Adele go get out and have fun 😜
This week!!!
Switchable frequencies is more addiquet and like the old exterra which you switched coils to attain a different frequency.you could use the coils off your equinox on the exterra pro too.For 269.00.
Coils are ideally tuned to a specific freq or its closest harmonic to perform their best. A hassle to change but, theoretically it does give you the best results.
As for shops not selling nokta I can say there is definitely a shop near me that only sells minelab Deus c-scope etc but have told me they are tied and not allowed to sell nokta as part of a deal he has with one of his suppliers
Wow!!!
Got to test the X-Terra Pro this week at Digstock and it performed very well, also the equinox coils can be used with this machine, definitely gonna be adding this one to my arsenal.
From what I've seen so far the Xterra Pro is a very impressive machine for the money!
I preordered a xterra pro last week and got a message today saying it’s shipped, look forward to trying it out
Where did you order from and what country are you located?
But you can run single frequency's with the legend and the nox 600 and 800 the only difference is the price point I'll stick with my legend nokta takes care of their customers better than any other metal detecting company out there and that in it self is why I'm not buying other brand
I think I’ll be staying a loyal Nokta user also.
@@kody3377 yeah it's a great metal detector especially for the price I've found a lot of good stuff with it.its doing it's job just fine.amd I don't have to spend a bunch of time setting it up just turn on and go. It's just as good as all the rest of them. I don't worry about missing stuff because your going to miss stuff with all of them no matter what one your using besides it's a hobby not a job or something that your going to get rich doing I just have fun and enjoy the outdoors and the fresh air
@@johnhalstead554 I’ve been finding some killer stuff with it!
I do agree that all detectors will miss stuff. Just find the detectors that suits you, go have fun & save some history.
Interesting. Thank you Merrill
Even though the equinox is a leaker, I love how it performs in 3-4 foot of water and rough surf. The Deus 2 concerns me with the wireless coil that needs a wire. I'm wondering if anyone had any leakage problem with the Manticore?
As far as I know there hasn't been any yet. I think Minelab has addressed the leaking issues with newer pod style.
Nice video, Merrill. What I'd like seeing, instead of all these "improvements" to existing models of metal detectors, why can't one of these companies produce a pinpointer that actually WORKS? (I mean every time, without fail, 100%) I have tried most of the major brands and they always screw up eventually.
i'm sure the dry detecting will probably be comparable what going to count is which ones better in salt water for beach detecting, that's were the present simplex falls short....
I don't know, maybe I'll wait to see Simplex Ultra? Simplex's are very durable. I've read alot about breakdown issues with minelabs. Example would be I'm on the fence with Manticore because of maybe?it has short lifespan,,in 5 years will this machine still be operable, at that price tag I would want to enjoyable for at least 20 years like many cheap detectors last. Garrett's and Fishers have very long shelf lives,,I think that's their edge in the market,,it's in my equation at least, they can pay for themselves ten times over,,better hope you're $1,800 detector can before warranty expires.
Nice video. I have to ask you a question. Those of us who remain "old school" and use the Equinox 800 model have one insurmountable problem. Several times I wanted to go for a walk in nature with my friends and take the detector with me. So it's about hiking. My detector just doesn't fit in any bag, and I haven't found any online that supports it. Therefore, I would like to ask you to make a video of how you pack the Equinox in a bag or recommend a bag from the market (if it is not bigger than an average child) ? Thanks a lot ✌️
This is why i still rave and use my old Tesoro's and haven't had the motivation to sell them. Both my nox and etrac are great machines, but multiple frequency detectors are still in their infancy and need a lot more work. There are a lot of old single frequency detectors out there that go really deep and have very reasonable seperation capabilities. I think Nokta knows this dirty little secret and they are taking advantage and cashing in on it why they can. On another note, their detectors bear a strong resemblance to the nox series, so i can see why there might be a lawsuit.
I just ordered the minelab x terra pro yesterday I can’t wait to use that machine soon.
Did you get your machine yet? How do you like it if so?
Yes. Been using it like crazy. Found a little bit of everything
I have been contemplating on single and Multi Simultaneously freqs for a while now. But I do like the Equinox and the Vanquish. This XTerra Pro has got my attention these 3 Simplex Line up well not so much. But the Simplex is a good Machine if you can last for more then an hour before getting a headache from the tones.(sorry My opinion but It did cause me Headaches) The Legend from what I see is doing very well. But I myself will not spend 700 Dollars on another detector for awhile. As So far all the releases of new detectors coming in the market. But I do know I will be buying the Xterra Pro once I dig up the clad. Unless the performance is not that good. As Is I own too many detectors as of right now.. Merrill Keep up the good Work. you get us all thinking of the pros and cons and are not bios on any . that is how I feel when I watch your videos .. Peace
Thank you!
Thank you for your videos Merrill.
After using the D2 for over a year now, I dare to say that FMF isn't the gamechanger they like us to believe. More and more I tend to use a single frequency at around 15 to 25 kHz. I feel that when using a single frequency the audio talks better to me, and the machine is more on point.
I don't search saltwater beaches so no really need for simultanious multi frequency. Nevertheless I love my D2! 👍 It is my 4th machine in 13 years of detecting.
I've had a simplex+ since December of2022 at what you said as a starter metal detector and have great success with it I've even dug up relics and coins up to 16 inches deep
It's all in the mind of the person who decides on what he or she can afford and what they like. So as far as I'm concerned it's an individual of what he oe she likes
I've found a 1919 mercury dime and a 1939 walking liberty half dollar all of which have been on my bucket list. So wouldn't it be up to who wants to metal detect I mean it's only my opinion but I'll will be with what I purchased. Still getting use to what it has to offer but as for now it's a simplex. I also use the sp24 coil which I think ithe better coil. No offense but that's just my 2 cents worth until I can believe there's something better. Love your input keep it up.
I am excited about all the new models from Minelab, I just wish they would ramp up production, still waiting for my Manticore I pre ordered last year
Wow! Last year!!!
Buy a 900 and get more for your buck
Yep... me too. Paid for my Manticore last October... still waiting.... :-/
@@dansteffee9759 debating between the Legend or the nox 900
@@markc2036 I have both Legend and 900, I can honestly say they are the same in finding items . I bought the bundles for both 900 and Legend, comes with 2 coils .. The Legend is better made and design.
Nasty is right
No Taco Bell for them . And definitely no sushi for them lol another great video . Thanks again for what u do ….seems like they are looking for media attention , but then again what do I know lol😂
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Nokta make some good kit, some of it cutting edge. I have an Invenio and a Racer 2. I am not generally a Minelab fan although I own a Vanquish 540. However, to talk about Minelab trying for a monopoly ignores some other big players. XP are a big name in high end detectors. Garret still have a lot of the budget to low mid market.
English is not her first language so I think she does really well with her speech putting valued points across. Personally it's good for competition and bringing the prices down will bring many more people into the detecting arena. I miss the coloured frequency bars and patterns on the V3i. Wouldn't it be great if more colour and info showing which freq is hitting the target better. I loved that. I had 50 white gold Celtic coins out of a trashy iron infested area this was with 3 diff sizes of military shells every where too. I cherry picked all these staters just by the frequency coloured bars. This would be great if added to new detectors. Looking forward to the Simplex ultra and how it fairs against the legend. Happy hunting guys
The new Simplex options remind me a LOT of the Minelab Vanquish line and I'll bet they're going to hit very near the Vanquish price points, too. However, Vanquish is Multi-frequency...so...hmmm.
Love the break down.
Dealik slinging mud again, shocker, I haven’t seen the other manufacturers doing that , its not necessary this industry is supposed to be about fun.
Wow what a monster of a video Mr Merell, seems like Minelab has a new competer , not saying the other company is superior with it,s detectors but definitely running & gunning to be #1, i,be always been a Minelab user, 3 Excalibur 2, a Equinox 600,& 800 , but seriously looking at the competition
I run the Legend single freq 50% of the time. Multi-freq wasn't the "game changer" that Minelab was always going on about. Quite often multi-freq isn't usable and I'll add that 15Khz is usually the clearest. This is why I'm not going to upgrade my Deus to the Deus II. The Deus still amazes me on many levels so why trade that for a buggy Deus II that still has problems? All of this hubbub is great for the competition which means this hobby might enter into another golden age for us users.
I sent the legend back Because it was no better stable than the simplex plus despite what nokta claims and got the ultra which I sent back 2 days ago Because in its released state is about as much use as a chocolate hammer they have released the ultra with features missing from the test units which are detecting deeper than the unit I got I made multiple statements regarding this issue on the nokta fb page inviting any member of the nokta team to confront me on it but they didn't because they couldn't defend it they are selling a less capable unit than those they sent to testers
Thanks for info.
You young man are our go to guy for information and knowledge of everything detecting. Thanks for all you do for this community. Thanks for your dedication to teaching. One of your students here at 65 years old and only detecting 2 years I have learned and enjoyed this hobby so much. Keep Growing Strong! ATB Greenie
Honored!
Good insight and thoughts, thank you
Gold is not a low conductivity metal. Silver has an electrical resistivity of 1.55, copper 1.7 and gold 2.2.
It is in fact, the third lowest resistive metal out there.
Iron is #9 on the chart, trailing nickel, aluminum and zinc.
There's no denying minelabs multi frequency equinox has had a big impact on metal detecting. It's made my experience much better.
Love that Nokta put out the affordable simplex but not interested in hearing them whining when minelab releases a competitor.
She is 100% right that there is no perfect detector and there are advantages and disadvantages to to adjusting each setting.
Minelab is very good at making detectors but they are also very good at marketing.
They should get a GREAT Ad Agency.
Minelab brings a cheap € 329,00 detector with selectable frequenties, Nokta introduces the Simplex 2.0. I now have the choice between buying the Legend upgrade pack (price unknown) or to buy for some more money a second detector. I think I choose for a second detector. I will than have also a lightweight (backup) detector with in case of the X-Terra Pro an elliptical coil, 3 years warranty etc. Sorry, the detector brand war is not my war, I buy the best price / value detector(s) for my money.
I'm getting the Xterra pro
Me too
Good job I enjoyed your video thank you.
I used to have the nokta impact in was able to change frequency
My simplex plus 2.78 sucks compared to my friends nox 600/800.wish I would've never got the simplex.its now up for sale
I have the Simplex+ and bought the Simplex ultra, because the Simplex + is so dang good at getting the gold, well I still own the Simplex+ the Simplex ultra is history not as good at sniffing out small gold, the Ultra is a better built lighter machine but does not find gold as good as the Simplex+.
I have done super great with gold and silver using the Simplex+, and it is my transition metal detector from the Garrett AT-PRO (X3), another great gold and silver machine but more heavy no backlite and requires AA batteries. if you can get a Simplex+ get it is a great machine for the gold and silver and its fast n powerful.
P.S. great informative video Mel.
The new Quest detector will poss wipe the floor with these detectors if the price is right Z90 or Z80 as they are multi frequency simultaneously and selectable frequency too :)
I have two questions....
1. How does the new Xterra pro compare to on the ID Meter?
2. Is it similar to the Equinox ID board you did a while back?
I have that unit on pre-order:)
Thks!
Which metal detector would you recommend for all terrain and best accuracy?
Getting the simplex ultra for Christmas. I owned the simplex + before. From what I’ve researched the ultra is just better in every way.
Nothing gets me hyped about a new product release like a maniacal rant. I hope there’s a Duck Dynasty Simplex in the mix!
Question MR.Merrill is the simplex plus 2.78 better than the simplex ultra & simplex lite?
I want to get another simplex but dont know what one.
This is great news to hear, i was about to purchase a simplex+ for just underwater detecting fresh water as i have a xp deus for the land. But i guess i'll wait a couple weeks to see what specs/prices these all drop with.... Thanks Merrill!
This thing is amazing even at three times the price it would be incredible.its a slightly neutered nox 800 for less than $270.0
I own both minelab and nokta products be interesting to see the build quality of this new detector my personal view is nokta customer service is second to none while minelab is questionable at times in my experience
I'm on the.list at outlaw metal detectors. And possibly list are still.kinda short I recommend getting on one soon . I'm waiting but not holding my breath . As those waiting for the manticore detector. Who.knows.when these will.ship out or how many will come to distribution centers . ?
It feels like a rocky movie watching Her video lol minelab being rocky ,nokta being Ivan, lol. I like both detectors the 800 and legend.
Oh goody, was waiting for your input
Minelab wants it all and that's not good for the industry at least nokta is trying to give us better choices and keep the prices at even-keel,, Other manufacturers don't seem like they're coming out with anything else to make the industry more competitive ,,It was sad when whites and tesoro went under,, less competition now,, and the bottom line is it's all about location location location,, you don't need a high-end fancy detector to find the good stuff,,,
Caíram, mas os chineses gostam de fazer cópias e são especialistas. Tenho um MT-705 cópia do x-terra 705, uma maravilha de detector. Ótimo e barato.
It figures, I just bought the SImplex + and the SP24 coil 😞
Im thinking of selling mine and waiting for the cheaper versions as they seem to be the same just no bluetooth right?
@@benedict3403 Correct.
I believe one of your subscribers posted a comment about rolling back the Simplex firmware and mentioned 2.78HW2. Can you or that person explain the HW revision between HW1 and HW2? Thanks
Will it take 7 months to ship? I'm about to cancel my pre order. For the manticore.
I dont care how many frequencies any detector has. I want & need it to be 100% waterproof. If you can take any detector and submerge it in a tub for a hour or two with no leaks or problems. Then I may be interested in it. If it fails, it is junk no matter how much it cost or named !!!My Simplex is going on 3 yrs of being submerged in the water. Never leaked and still working great :)
@ DF Digger
I totally agree with you. I have a whites TDI Beach Hunter rated to 25 ft deep. Been using it for 5 years. Never had a leak. Not to mention the fact the TDI pulse induction is completely immune to black sand sees right through it.
@@ke4uyp Some companies should sell the detectors by saying " we say it is waterproof, But might not be. You'll find out when you go " :P
Same here! Mine has never leaked and I have never had any problems with it!
Simplex generated a lot of money for Nokta. This is ML just trying to get a piece of that market. With a little extra jab.
Great video!!!!!
I have a feeling that Merrill's detector inventory may be growing soon........
😂
I just ordered the simplex yesterday...should I return it and get this instead?
Funny to go back and watch your First video on the Pro....and it was hinted to maybe cost like 760. Hmm. I keep leaning towards the Xterra Pro. hard decision. but want to keep it under 300 bucks and this seems to be real good