Garrett ATX vs Minelab GPX 5000 - The Definitive Test

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  • Mashdetectors.com is testing the Garrett ATX vs the Minelab GPX 5000 in normal modes and special fine gold settings on 4 gold nuggets - 7.1 gram, 2.2 gram, .3 gram and finally .1 gram nuggets. Intersting results...
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  • @jodybalkema1833
    @jodybalkema1833 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The Garrett AXT is a good Lower priced Pulse Induction option that is basically a turn on and go detector (a good option for newbies). I give Bearkat4160 credit for keeping both machines with similar sized Double D coils on each one for this video. But for starters Fine gold was designed for the Mono loop coils (I was actually surprised fine gold being optimized for mono coils worked with the dd coil, as the manual and training video's recommend against using the two together as you end up with a doubling of the ground canceling from each one separately costing you depth when used together). A better way to compare the GPX with the DD coil would be in Normal timing and/or Sensitive Extra timing (designed for the DD coils use). Yes the GPX5000 is more complicated to use than the AXT, But once you fully understand the Minelab GPX settings and set up the machine correctly about the only machine that will out perform the GPX5000 is the newer GPZ7000 for depth and the SDC2300 on supper small stuff. I am confident that the GPX5000 using the 11" dd coil and with the threshold set correctly in the Sensitive Extra timing with out any further fine tuning of the other optional settings would have easily nailed all of the target nuggets in this video. One of the additional benefits of the GPX5000 over the ATX is it's flexibility if you understand how to select the appropriate settings for the coil being used and the ground you are working, where the ATX has primarily just all metal mode or discriminate mode to chose from with adjustable sensitivity (Garrett, Whites and some minelab machines, also known as Gain in Minelab GP/GPX terminology). Yes the ATX is less complicated, but it is also much more limited if it's user is in a difficult area to work. I am not knocking ether machine, just simply stating that they both have their place in this great hobby. As far as a turn on and go Pulse Induction machine that is reasonably priced the Garrett ATX is definitely worth a look at. The ATX was never originally meant to be a direct competitor for the GPX5000, it was made as a lower priced alterative for those who wanted a GPX's performance v.s. a VLF (Very Low Frequency) machine but couldn't afford one to still be able to get a P.I. Machine.

    • @jodybalkema1833
      @jodybalkema1833 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In Bearkat4160's newer video "Don't use Fine Gold on GPX 5000 vs Garrett ATX" at about 0:30 seconds into the video he even states that he recommends using the Sensitive Extra timing. th-cam.com/video/nKUO6ag_ZHs/w-d-xo.html Bearkat4160 also has this video showing both machines options to choose from. "Mono Coil on GPX 5000 vs Garrett ATX DD - Part 4" th-cam.com/video/v0nALoYUf24/w-d-xo.html Here is Bearkat4160's depth test of both machines on a larger nugget at depth. "5.4 oz Gold Nugget test - Garrett ATX vs Minelab GPX 5000" th-cam.com/video/3JUuVq80Sgw/w-d-xo.html

    • @sdm6751
      @sdm6751 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gpx best?.?. ATX?

    • @coconutscraperngage5806
      @coconutscraperngage5806 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jody Balkema
      Wich model better minelab Garrett
      Pls reply

    • @tuco8734
      @tuco8734 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’d take the ATX any day , it’s as good as the minelab , simple to use and a heck of a lot cheaper

  • @brittanydonneberg4918
    @brittanydonneberg4918 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    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

  • @NQExplorers
    @NQExplorers 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for the time you have taken to set up this comparison Bearkat - much appreciated mate! I'm sure you have noticed that the ATX runs with a much more stable threshold and cleaner operation in all conditions - stable threshold means you won't miss the 'whispers'. Happy prospecting! Warren.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Warren, Yea just love the ATX man! It purrs like a kitten out on the hunts for that elusive little yellow gold stuff...

  • @Mooshyoutoo
    @Mooshyoutoo 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes I totally agree it is very complicated to the uninitiated, it took me well over 6 months to come to grips with my first GP detector. Things that did help me along the way was the free minelab training days offered to new buyers well worth the time to do since you have spent well over $5000. Joining a detector club where most users own a some kind of minelab detector and picking there brains about how they setup thier machines. Most of the GPX series have more settings than the spaceshuttle but at the end of the day you will most likely only use a half a dozen of those settings and adjust them to suit the ground you searching. Dont give up on the 5000 as of yet once you get it tuned and setup right it will blow that ATX out of the ground. Cheers Nuggetmann

  • @amabeza
    @amabeza 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Inconclusive tests. Gpx5000 is a beast in real situations.

    • @Yabble508
      @Yabble508 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes the gpx 5000is a beast just don’t use the DDcoil.

  • @bigfootingermany
    @bigfootingermany 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Bearkat4160 ... good to accidentally run across this old video today. It was this video and the full complete test series you did on the SDC2300, that made me switch brands and go with the ATX. I have all 3 coils for it and was still under $2500. Thanks Bearkat!!

  • @mombo1969
    @mombo1969 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just saw your video. Can you believe that people are actually paying $5000+ for the mine lab??? Garret is the way to go. Always has been. Years ago I had a Garrett ground hog and was prospecting in Australia. Found loads in places that had already been done dozens of times by other prospectors using whites (the other metal detector of choice in the 80's) the garrett is a superior product, more robust and less complicated. Exactly what you want when your hundreds of miles from nowhere in the Australian outback. I've spent years away from Australia due to my job, but I'm heading back soon, still have the gold bug and I know exactly where I'm going to head with my brand new ATX........

    • @Single_Rider.23
      @Single_Rider.23 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lee Cooper mine lab wants to keep the nuggets under the ground. than sell their product years and years ;)

  • @dirtfishing5193
    @dirtfishing5193 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd like to see a comparison with both detectors tuned / configured / optioned to their absolute peak.
    The best the Garrett ATX can produce V the best the Minelab GPX5000 can produce.
    Regardless of the cost of extra coils etc, most of us are prepared to pay whatever it costs to get the most out of our detector when it comes to finding gold.
    Thanks

    • @Yabble508
      @Yabble508 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      With DD coil ATX wins.
      Still the Minelab GPX 5000 is the better machine.

  • @allaboutdetecting
    @allaboutdetecting 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bearkat. I have been detecting for 35 years in Australia and have used most detectors ever made. You are absolutely correct in saying that the 5000 is far too complex and leaves too much room for error when trying to set it up. There is no setting that suits all sizes and depths of nuggets. I have no doubt that there are pro detector operators that really know what they are doing but that probably accounts for 1% or less of operators and even they miss gold. Yes many will leave gold in the ground. Although I have not used an ATX I must add that Minelab could certainly learn from Garrett about making a user friendly detector that everyone could use without all the what I call 'Giggle switches.' They really are a waste of electronics.

    • @samk.9972
      @samk.9972 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm looking for a detector that can go as deep as 7m and the target size as big as a fridge. Which detectors are supposed to work in that depth? Thanks

    • @hosinaitalla9622
      @hosinaitalla9622 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂😂 🛸🛸🛰

  • @magprob
    @magprob 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks. I was almost ready to retch & grab the ATX. Reckon I will now. My AT Gold is an awesome little machine. I like Garrett.

  • @allandouglass1224
    @allandouglass1224 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bearcat4160 Just saw the video and read some comments below, This is just what we need to see, comparisons. You spent the time setting this all up AND made a video for us so thank you for that and now I think I am looking into the ATX much further when I make my final decision when buying. Keep those videos coming and the best of luck to you . DS in California.

  • @Outdoorsaustralia
    @Outdoorsaustralia 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    it's funny with the prices now that minelab re released the gpx 4500 making it cheaper than the atx here in australia.
    But i have to say your test sort of missed the point of why you need a pi machine by testing in that sand, you probably would of hit those targets better with your at gold vlf machine in that ground?
    Oh and did you have any threshold on? i cant hear it in this video so i cant hear if the minlab hit those targets or not cause its sometimes only a slight threshold pull heard not those big screamer signals you were getting.
    cheers and thanks for the video :)

  • @jmora6477
    @jmora6477 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Good video! I love my ATX!

  • @YellowFever4U
    @YellowFever4U 10 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would really like to see how the large mono coil does on the ATX! I'm really thinking about selling my minelab and getting an ATX after watching this video!!!!!

    • @rickt1866
      @rickt1866 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      why when he wasn't moving the mL at same speed

    • @dorumiftode9730
      @dorumiftode9730 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dont do that that, is not a fair test with different coils and after this test i purchased Garrett AT gold that he tested with after this and proved that AT gold picked both small and large target and now i have send back the Garrett that could not pick 2.5 gr nugget at 10 cm depth

    • @Gold_Hunt_Australia
      @Gold_Hunt_Australia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not a good idea mate. Minelab is the best in the world for a reason. Here in Australia you don't see any other detectors.
      With a nugget Finder 12" mono coil you will pick up fly specs at 6" deep.

  • @J0Boa
    @J0Boa 10 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Who doesn't like double "DD" ?

    • @digger105337
      @digger105337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I prefer "C" coils , they've got all the capabilities and when they get older they stand up better!😜

  • @zulu-kt5vz
    @zulu-kt5vz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good day. Please tell what device is better about depth:- Garret ATX or GARRET AT GOLD?

  • @williamspaulding1573
    @williamspaulding1573 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great and very fair test. Thank you very much for this video which was VERY helpful to decide which brand that I will be buying real soon. Again I am grateful for this post.

  • @celtekrider2
    @celtekrider2 9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    You just saved me $3,900 dollars by this video man, thanks!!! May I ask how you goot a GPX 5000 though? That's a lot of money to put down on a detector and im not saying you cant afford it, you know what I mean though? Not everyone can afford to make a video like this with $8,400.00 in detectors!

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm a detector dealer so I get them a little cheaper than buying retail.

  • @cjelvis4122
    @cjelvis4122 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice review, I find minelabs have too many settings and options. Good to see the garrett atx is relatively a switch on and go machine. Thanks for the video mate.

  • @tfaber9394
    @tfaber9394 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't Pulse machines always go deeper, but you dig up 1/2 the beach ? This is confusing. I live in georgia where we have iron rich red clay, and then sand near the beach. I scuba so I bought an Excalibur 2, which is pretty worthless on dry land - only because it beeps at everything !

  • @aegjable
    @aegjable 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cant wait to get mine... Thank you again for all these great test vids .. good job !!

    • @jeffries1232
      @jeffries1232 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The second thing you'll be saying is Cant wait to get rid of it ..

  • @tkomoto7210
    @tkomoto7210 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    looked clear enough...you better sell the mine lab..just kidding GARRET ATX. WINS... for sure....AND .I Think you do a great job on your videos,,, you sold me on it.and just looking at this GARRETT ATX AND IT LOOKS GREAT.....THANK YOU....GOOD JOB........I just bought the Garrett AT PRO found silver ring 1st time out with it....Plus 63 cents......

  • @MrRockinChair65
    @MrRockinChair65 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the great show. My mind is spinning with all the options out there, and this helped a lot. Was actually considering the GPR Radar Exp 4000, but with a price of 10k (basic) to 24k (pro), this brings me back down out of outer space, lol. Thanks again.

  • @4loof
    @4loof 9 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The minelab will blow away the at in mineralised ground... Which is where you find gold... Not at the beach. Not much of a test

    • @adzoutnabout8666
      @adzoutnabout8666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      James Wilson your a dickhead.
      Fuck beaches....we aren't talking about finding lost change.
      We are talking about detecting multi ounce gold nuggets in highly mineralised ground in the goldfields

    • @simonright1507
      @simonright1507 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @James Wilson keep dreaming lol

    • @raulcanela5669
      @raulcanela5669 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      At lást I discovered the best blower machine: me . when going work..money talks.

    • @jeffries1232
      @jeffries1232 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      agreed

    • @jeffries1232
      @jeffries1232 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @James Wilson if your looking for gold 30 feet under the water you need to do your research...It isnt under 30 feet of water ..Try land

  • @SenorQuichotte
    @SenorQuichotte 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    why didn't you test the gold bug 2, i've read it's better than both of those specifically for finding gold.

  • @Gold_Hunt_Australia
    @Gold_Hunt_Australia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My gpx 4500 would pick that bit of foil in highly mineralised soil a foot and a half deep. Same price as the Atx.
    That's with default settings.

  • @MrParaFreak
    @MrParaFreak 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, makes me feel, I did good on ordering the ATX ( couldn' afford the Minelabs with similar performance, but wy pay 2-3 times the ATX for that anyway)

  • @napoleon2009ful
    @napoleon2009ful 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Buenas tardes esta muy bueno tu análisis lo malo que no se el ingles y tu video no tiene la opción de traducción lo que estas hablando por favor considéralos la traducción para poder entenderte hasta pronto

  • @armchairflyer
    @armchairflyer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool test. Very surprising results, makes me think about my next detector buy. Thanks for putting this one up!

  • @TheNuggetMagnet
    @TheNuggetMagnet 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for taking the time to test, were you running the GPX in fixed or tracking?, cheers.

    • @dack4545
      @dack4545 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He doesn't know what he's doing Russell by the sounds of it

    • @wildwisdom56
      @wildwisdom56 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bet tracking since he said he "lost" nuggets.

  • @adropbear09
    @adropbear09 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The ATX looks like a upside down futuristic sniper rifle.

  • @justinianpescador280
    @justinianpescador280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Since minelab makes there detectors in Australia I kinda think that minelab is kinda favored in Australia soil

  • @riaanzs1zarconradie291
    @riaanzs1zarconradie291 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did not even watch the video past the 32 second mark. Your comment between 0:28 to 0:32 showed me where you wanted this video to go LOL.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe you should watch the rest of it...Mr. Judge-mental.

  • @trickyric7893
    @trickyric7893 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    NOT A FAIR TEST. You are obviously not familiar with the GPX 5000
    My observations.
    Didn't ground balance especially after changing timings.
    Threshold to low. SEE MANUAL"When the Threshold is too high a faint signal is masked and only the peak of the loud signal is audible above the Threshold.
    Coil to far of the ground."
    Fine Gold is optimised for Mono Coil not DD you should have used Salt Gold if the ground permitted.I know you think you were trying to be fare by using the DD on both but your timing selection has resulted in poor performance.
    Gain 15. did you have Stabiliser on 15 to? If so would have been less sensitive on small gold.What were the other settings eg Signal Peak ,Target Volume ect?
    It also goes without saying that the DD has about 20% less depth than a Mono.
    If your looking for gold you should always use a Mono with the 5000 unless you want so Iron reject ability.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I used the DD on the GPX because the ATX has a DD coil, that is clear why I did so in the video and at 30 seconds into the video I make fun of people like you making stupid comments. I always ground balance after I switch settings...you did not watch the entire video from your comments. Don't make uninformed comments unless you watch the entire video and know what your talking about!

    • @Hawkertempest1
      @Hawkertempest1 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bearkat4160 It is quite obvious that this is a biased test in favour of the ATX and Tricky Ric is only stating the obvious.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow a new GPX manual to use from you! Lol...to complicated that 5000...I like the ATX and new SDC 2300 much better.

  • @RAdams
    @RAdams 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I subscribed, thanks for the video. I use the AT Pro with video's and will do a few with the ATX that a local distributor is loaning me to try out in the salt water here in Miami.

  • @aegjable
    @aegjable 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Minelab Mono coil vs Garrett mono coil would be fantastic to see aswell.What ever the outcome. Yeah i know you dont have it .. yet.

  • @rage6133
    @rage6133 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Neves used ATX but I think that is the best designed metal detector ever!

  • @Tropicsca
    @Tropicsca 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    To me the answer is clear; Garret takes the nugget!
    If I remember correctly you can buy a mono coil for the garret as well.

  • @lowpricedpaint
    @lowpricedpaint 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    For $5000 the damn thing should do all the walking, detecting, and digging. For the amount of the price difference, you would think that the Minelab had some super patented, or even magic technology, that the others just can't figure out? The price is obscene. I have been looking at buying a pair of detectors, and these are both way out of my price range. It's tough to find anything, because I don't want to waste money on a so so pair of detectors. Even the AT Pro is well above my range. So am I going to have to settle for the ACE 250's? I've looked at so many on ebay, and that's what I come up with. Can you give me your expert advice? Thanks

  • @RichardGottshall
    @RichardGottshall 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow the minelab sucks for the price. Thanks for the video.Have you tried the ATX on a salt water beach yet?

  • @nuthn2do
    @nuthn2do 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    look at the shadows, nobody looking for small gold swings a coil 3 inches above the ground

  • @AdrianoPedrasPreciosas
    @AdrianoPedrasPreciosas 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    MANDE UM TENHO CENTENAS DE SEGUIDORES QUERENDO COMPRAR

  • @CanadianTreasureHunter
    @CanadianTreasureHunter 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    also Garrett has better service for repairs

  • @DavidALovingMPF102
    @DavidALovingMPF102 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe if I sold 3 of my detectors and saved up, I could buy a Garrett ATX. I did put a 15" F5 coil on my Fisher Gold bug pro and detected a quarter 12 inches buried in sand. ( New Mexico sand) Different frequencies (coil and GBpro ) but it worked. But very heavy!! Thanks!

  • @mattjackson1434
    @mattjackson1434 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Learn how to use the GPX before comparing it to the ATX. My Minelab GPX 4500 would have screamed at all of those targets even in factory settings with both it’s standard 11inch DD and mono coils in sand.
    In the mineralised goldfields of Australia? That ATX DD coil would only come in handy as an expensive rake to remove leaf matter before detecting with any of the Minelab machines from the vintage SD2000 to the GPX5000. As for the Minelab SDC2300 and GPZ7000? They’re in another league.
    We import great tech like the F-35 Steath fighter from the US into Australia but we export the worlds best metal detection tech from Minelab.
    Cheers

  • @JomsF
    @JomsF 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Garrett ATX, cant wait to have one, will play around with AT gold and fisher gb first

  • @aliennash6231
    @aliennash6231 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    brother which of the two do you recommend the two please

  • @fs-rj2jq
    @fs-rj2jq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maybe In USA it works but in Australia the atx is garbage. Just to get it to run somewhat stable the sensitivity has to be set at 3 or 4 which means no bloddy depth and on top of that if the coil even touches a bit of shrub it gives a false signal. Total garbage not worth a dollar

  • @transformationcouple
    @transformationcouple 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this. Just bought the Garrett from your website. I used to swear by minelab only. So this was stepping out of my comfort zone for sure. Haha.

  • @williamwilson9310
    @williamwilson9310 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    After change of sequencing, the soil must be compensated with groundbalance, 6:01, you are using the gpx 5000 detector badly.
    the double disc D, is used in areas heavily mineralized. areas moderately mineralized or not, you must used a mono disc. without forgetting to calibrate the gpx 5000 detector with autotune! before starting any detection.
    we do not compensate the ground above the target, it is next to the target that must compensate the ground!, 12:17

  • @foyboy03
    @foyboy03 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. Saving for the Garrett.

  • @WildDigger
    @WildDigger 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. If I did nugget hunting I would look at the the ATX.

  • @renbooth4147
    @renbooth4147 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    yeah but i do think that the GPX 5000 is more superior gold detector yet on the market.
    finding fine gold is what coil you are using on the gpx5000 why do you want to find bigger gold were its more harder to find were fine gold is more easier to find and it will all add up in your pocket.

  • @frank1fm258
    @frank1fm258 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm from New Jersey and just bought the Nokta Golden Sense metal detector.I also own a White's VX3.The White's is good but the GS beats it in depth.I took a chance buying the GS and I'm not sorry.I'll put it up against the GPX5000 or the Garrett ATX.Too bad there are no gold nuggets in New Jersey.Nokta just came out with a detector just for hunting gold nuggets also at about $1100.I'm probably one of the few people in USA who was willing to buy a Nokta.I also got a Nokta pin pointer which is really good.Just thought I'd pass this info to anyone willing to read it.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for that info Frank. I will definitely look into that Nokta...

  • @haranghy
    @haranghy 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Bearkat. do you think GPX5000 is good for relics hunting, too? like silver/bronze coins, etc? thanks

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes the GPX 5000 is a good relic hunter - a bit expensive for that I think. Infinium, Whites TDI or ATX would do just as well but for a bit cheaper price.

  • @bwdaswon
    @bwdaswon 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm disappointed in both machines, if I paid 2k plus it better pick up at 1 to 10 in no matter the size. I would be sick after spending $5,000 for a md that didn't pick up at 2 inches. With that said I'm still getting the CTX3030. Thanks for the vid.

    • @RobThePlumber
      @RobThePlumber 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought a CTX3030, I cannot stand it. It is heavy, it sucks for swinging in water. I have 250 hours on it and I am done. It is going up for sale next week. I love my AT Pro.

    • @bwdaswon
      @bwdaswon 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      After much more research, I'm sticking with my X Terra with added coils. For water hunting I'm going with the Detector Pro Headhunter. With the two machines and additional coils, I'm way under $2,500 and a HH. Thanks again you've been very helpful. GL&HH

  • @ZUGSTEINER
    @ZUGSTEINER 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful Video. What was your best find ever?
    Regards from Germany
    ZUG STEINER

  • @fs-rj2jq
    @fs-rj2jq 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video! Would love to see how the TDI SL fairs in that mix

    • @Yabble508
      @Yabble508 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The ATX is hotter on gold than the TDI, but very heavy 7lbs. TDI is a very good deep detector.

  • @justinianpescador280
    @justinianpescador280 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great test would you also think swing speed does matter

  • @kurtauerbach5883
    @kurtauerbach5883 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    apples to apples. pretty fair test. happy prospecting!

  • @tuco8734
    @tuco8734 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, the minelab people going crazy on here . So let’s say the test was one sided, which it wasn’t , and machines are at least equal. The ATX is still way cheaper and less complicated to operate . Not everyone can spend 5 grand on a detector . Some of us must accept that and go with a cheaper alternative. For myself I think I’ll be purchasing the GTX , more bang for the buck .And by the way , gold hunting isn’t a contest , it’s about relaxing and enjoying life .

  • @americanjordanian3456
    @americanjordanian3456 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    HI. I AM PLANNING to buy ATX. but i see different prices for different coils sizes. what do u recommend to buy. i like to look for small and big nuggets. also can 20" coil search for buried treasure?
    thank you in advance

  • @santosdeluna8955
    @santosdeluna8955 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi what kind of metal detector is the Garrett you were using

  • @sergeyasgo
    @sergeyasgo 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why it wasnt treshhold on GPX? And you have to make Graund Balance on GPX after changing timings.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is always threshold when I use the GPX...

  • @aufinda4996
    @aufinda4996 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definitive test!...I think not, the machines should be tested to their maximum capability and in the case of the GPX5000, that's with the 11" mono coil that is part of the standard package when it's purchased. By the way, if you had run the 5000 in mono with the DD coil it may have shown a better result. The ATX appears to be a great machine at a reasonable price (at least in the US) and good on Garrett for developing it, competition is what's needed.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you not see the first one minute of my video? I explained why I did the DD coils. The ATX has one...so to be fair, I put one on my 5000. I do have a mono test coming soon though, just so the Minelab peeps will stop crying about mono coils vs Garrett's badass DD coil...cheers.

    • @aufinda4996
      @aufinda4996 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bearkat4160 Yes I watched the whole thing and heard you state how it's DD v DD, however, I think that the comparison is disingenuous, you would be hard pressed to find a GPX5000 user in the WORLD that regularly swings a DD coil on a machine that's big advance is being able to use mono coils (which give better depth) in mineralized soil, the special timings (like Fine Gold, Enhance etc.) are there primarily to enable the mono coils to do this job. I look forward to seeing the comparison with the mono coils, I don't know how much experience you have with the 5000, but for those with experience, it's a deadly gold detector. I hope the ATX
      turns out to be a good machine as well.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      AUFINDA Oh yes I do know how the mono coils help the GPX 5000 excel, however the ATX comes with a DD coil, and to make a fair test I can't use a mono on the Minelab...It's really just not a fair test - DD vs Mono. But I will, for you guys do a test with a mono coil on the GPX...just too see for myself.

    • @jasonbarker9
      @jasonbarker9 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bearkat4160 So the minelab is made to be operated at peak with a mono...
      and the Garrett atx is made to operate at peak with a dd... so the real test should be done like this. The Garret atx is a nice detector but should really be compared to pi machines around its price range. its not made to be in the same bracket as the gpx series, if it was the price would reflect so.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      jasonbarker9 Hi Jason, I will doing the GPX w mono coil test this weekend. Just so you know the ATX is a high end PI machine with a mid range price. The GPX is still king...I'm just showing another high end PI alternative...The Infinium and TDI Standard/SL are mid range performing PI detectors...

  • @baits9301
    @baits9301 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    australian soils have a lot of iron and minerals , a true test would be in the harshest gold bearing soils for a gold detector .

  • @RickWDonovan
    @RickWDonovan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good test and information. Thank you.

  • @adamthtguy9098
    @adamthtguy9098 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally good testing

  • @allenjenkins9322
    @allenjenkins9322 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I live in virginia I'm not sure how hot your soil is but this is not a comparison here in this hot ground. I've had a 5900 whites which I love. A blue and grey and the atx. None of them compare to the 5000 my buddy has. I can tell you from experience. I love my 5900 because of the simplicity, the atx even though a great machine cannot compare to the 5000. But this ground is ridiculous. You do have to be right on top with the 5000 but it's nasty I swear! Just my opinion though

  • @darrenpalmer4777
    @darrenpalmer4777 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i dont undestand this test that minelab is one of the best selling models in the world.

    • @tuco8734
      @tuco8734 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Darren Palmer can’t be the best forever, at some point another manufacturer makes something better

  • @mntvdo19520607
    @mntvdo19520607 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    muy buena demostración, siempre me gusto el Garrett ahora que veo tu video ,mas me gusta, mi próximo será el ATX, muchas gracias por el video,saludos

  • @leafhopper808
    @leafhopper808 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you that was the video I was looking for. It was helpful information.

  • @roda_vlog
    @roda_vlog 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for more info

  • @alfasud1972
    @alfasud1972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Metal detectorist who bury their test targets in plastic containers don't have a lot of faith in themself lol :-).

  • @harrysollmer1644
    @harrysollmer1644 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yes And it not compacted soil Buddy

  • @Mooshyoutoo
    @Mooshyoutoo 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im sorry to say that the 5000 is not setup right you should be able to hear the threshole at all times. Turning the threshhole down so you cant hear it destroys the performance of the machine. I call it dummying it down, with a gain of 15 and above you can drown out the little ones. Not many people can tune 5000 to most grounds it like trying to learn how to tune a musical instrument that falls out of tune constantly. I get alot of people paying me to setup there machines if you like help just contact me on youtube be glad to help you out Nuggetmann.
    .

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think that is the problem with the 5000 - its TOO COMPLICATED! As you see in the video I just turned the ATX on and went at it and got all the nuggets, I rest my case.

    • @Teejay481
      @Teejay481 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The only real way to conduct these tests is have a Garratt Tech do the ATX Test and a Minelab Tech do the 5000 Test as then both men know exactly how to set there Machines up and then and only then will we know what each machine can really achieve

  • @Belguy81
    @Belguy81 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the test.

  • @craigvietor6891
    @craigvietor6891 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    have you tried atx on salt water

  • @alext8610
    @alext8610 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I definitely call a BS on that! But hey, if more of you will get the ATX, the more great finds i will get. lol. And in fact i will post our video from this weekend dig, just to show you what minelab can pick up and how deep. But for now people, go buy Garrett ATX. Please do, so you can complain to me about my GPX jamming your signal. rofl!

  • @grantperkins368
    @grantperkins368 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    sdc2300 would have been screaming its guts out at all of those targets on standard settings - much cheaper too

  • @worldwidemetaldetecting8034
    @worldwidemetaldetecting8034 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    great machine fir gold Bearkat i agree. carnt wait for the next VLF machine from garret, enjoyed the AT GOLD on relic coin hunting. i need a machine with disc will go 15" on a coin =D

  • @edferd100
    @edferd100 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, is there a cheaper detector that compares to the Minelab GPZ 7000?

  • @harrysollmer1644
    @harrysollmer1644 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's good for ATX Garrett hard to believe man

  • @muhsinoge3990
    @muhsinoge3990 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How deep does this device go. I would appreciate if you help

  • @dfaber56
    @dfaber56 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well I have a big smile. I bought an ATX las summer and really like it. Thanks for the video. I ordered with the 11x13 DD enclosed coil. What are your thoughts on getting a 8” mono for the ATX?

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My fave ATX coil is the 8” mono! Highly recommend…! Enjoy!

  • @antoniorestrepo283
    @antoniorestrepo283 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bearkat have you tested the gold seeker from Ger?

  • @adlapl
    @adlapl 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you - a very good advisory video - to say - face to face compared.

  • @juanvaldez772
    @juanvaldez772 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    disculpa la experiencia comparativa de Garrett atx gpx 5000 y un El DRS GROUND EXPER
    me podrían orientar su experiencia y conveniencia

  • @chrisweatherley9587
    @chrisweatherley9587 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    there is no comparison between the 5000 and the garret. one is a professional gold detector and the other is a toy. have a look on the goldfields and youll see that nobody uses a garrett atx

  • @jegrmahmud3093
    @jegrmahmud3093 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How metres does it work deep and length?

  • @Gonehunting73
    @Gonehunting73 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good.. thank you for sharing!!!

  • @LEONBANGKRUT66890
    @LEONBANGKRUT66890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Harganya berapa bang garet at yang biasa

  • @dungeonoobmc
    @dungeonoobmc 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Minelab GPX is 5,000 a half Wolf, ideal for a long time they have ugly (Hill discrimination, especially Badger, ball)."
    -Bing
    Well, that was what Bing thought. I think that for the money, the ATX is better, however, if the sky is the limit for the price, go with the GPX 5000.

  • @shanegrangrad8559
    @shanegrangrad8559 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should also use the dirt cheap detectors see how they go

  • @vinceodaly4417
    @vinceodaly4417 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Check prices with other seller's before you buy

  • @nebraskagoldhunter
    @nebraskagoldhunter 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review! Thanks

  • @nightcrawler5640
    @nightcrawler5640 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding job Bearkat4160.
    Your videos have definitely convinced me this is the Detector I want. Thanks for all your hard work here Bearkat and I hope you continue to kick that over priced beached whales butt a few more times (actually it's not a bad detector, I just don't like the ML guys think'n it's the "End All, Do All" for the serious prospector. I am a serious prospector, and I really don't need to drop a "Kings Ransom" for the "privilege" of owning one and another "King Ransom" for the right coils when I can get the ATX ready to go right out of the box and very comparable to the 5000 in a lot of ways and better in others ((and it's Compact and Water Proof)).
    Great job Garrett..
    Thanks again BK
    :)

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said Nightcrawler...it will on FindMall tonight!

  • @braydencoxify
    @braydencoxify 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    PUT YOUR COIL ON THE GROUND! Going by the Shadow you are 1-2inches of the ground! You will hear "ALL!" of those targets if you were sliding the pad along the ground and not in the air! The Frequencies given off have to travel between AIR and GROUND, two different mediums! Do you use a stud finder in thin air???? NO!
    Sorry Bearkat4160 but your test is very flawed!
    Personally I have pulled .02g down 3inches or more with the 5000 and it was a very a clear signal.

  • @Spencyspence
    @Spencyspence 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    This test proves that the GPX 5000 with a DD coil will miss small nuggets, but put a Mono coil on it, and it's deadly for .1 grammers hands down. Bearkats test really does not prove much. Very disappointing.

    • @bearkat4160
      @bearkat4160  8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yea; I said that at the very beginning 30 seconds of the video...duh

  • @doichongluadaoyutube8372
    @doichongluadaoyutube8372 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    bao nhieu tien mot cai may gpx 5000, toi mua