Is The Minelab Equinox 900 Worth Upgrading From the Equinox 800?
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- In this video I review the features and beniefits of upgrading from the Minelab Equinox 800 to 900. store www.blackopsmetaldetecting.com Giveaway deadline is January 29th for the t-shirt from my store, comment to be entered. random number generator will be used to determine the winner.
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I got an 800 2 months before the 900 came out ,i would've like to have known about the 900 when i bought it , but i am very happy with the performance of the 800 so far.
This is by far the best comparison video between the two machines I have seen so far.
Thanks I appreciate that.
I watched your video after I had already received my 900. Did my due diligence and worked in the test bed to verify the numbers. What I especially loved was it's ability to way outperform the 800 on chains and I used the small 14k one that was a surface find the 800 missed. Then today I took it to the trash pit park. In just 2 hours I pulled 4 quarters, 2 dimes and nine shield pennies as well as a very small fine chained, kids silver necklace. I hunt that park often and was pleasantly surprised by what I found. The 2nd park is EMI hell and I quit going there because of it. pulled a deep dime and two copper pennies within inches of each other and a deep 67 quarter over by the underground power lines. I could also tell when I was directly over the lines as I would get a deep 97 on the VDI. Had almost no problems with EMI and plan to hammer this park in the spring!
THANK YOU. I was trying to decide between the Vanquish 540 and the 800. You probably sold me on the 900 now.
I’m definitely going to say yes I’ve gone over spots that are loaded with iron with my 800 now with my 900 pulling more masked with iron silver got 3 mercs two silver Washington’s!
Nice finds!
Glad you did this review for sure!! I’ve been on the fence about which one I’d want. Thanks
I'm really thinking I want the Nox 900. Great video!
900 is a great detector
Great comparison. I really like the flash light, and vibration setting. Thanks for the video.
Thanks and your welcome
nice, review.. def looking into buying the 900 soon.
Thanks for the breakdown!
Nice review. I have the 800 and I'm pretty happy swinging it for past 3 years. Maybe when prices come down, I'll consider the Manticore!
Well you will be holding on to that 800 a long while then. Prices will never go down.
Was just about to buy 800 ,now I’m sure that I’ll buy 900
Great video! I've been going back and forth on which one to get. Now we need a 700/900 comparison! Thx.
Sorry don't have the 700 or I would do one for you.
Thank you Andrew for the detailed video, it was very informative.
Thanks glad you liked it
Best comparison video yet. Honest. Thank You,,,
Thanks
Thanks for the review. Making a purchase soon.
Great comparison video. I’m also trying to decide if I need to upgrade. Thanks
Thanks hope the video helped.
Just bought the 900 and I am impressed. Looked at your video the other day and decided to go with the 900. Thanks!
You're going to like it.
@@RelicsRings I love the carbon fiber shaft and this thing fits into a duffel bag when you collapse it. I haven't done anything but air test with it. Going out this weekend and check it out. Thanks for your recommendation. I was leaning towards the 800 being 200 cheaper but I am glad I went with this one!
@@photobuf1 yea the 900 is well worth the extra money.
Thanks for this comparison.....Highly appreciated.
Keep up the good work :)
Thanks
Loving my 900 def goes deep!
Yea the 900 is a great detector.
Another good video ,I am glad I went with the 900. Keep up the great content.
Thanks glad you enjoyed the video
I got the 900 and l think yes, it's better than the 800 in a few ways.
I really like the ergonomics of the 900 over the 800
Great video we're here in Pismo Beach and the storms brought us a lot of treasure🤘🇺🇲
Still waiting to see if there is an Equinox 1000 or another Minelab detector before considering upgrading from my fully kitted out 800
They should put the 40 number scale option in the first update. I prefer that to the 100 scale.
I agree
Just got the 900 upgraded from the 600 and was impressed with the 600 but the 900 is even a better machine very happy with it!
I like the red backlit screen and the fact that hopefully it's waterproof now I currently have two 800s that my wife uses one is her backup been thinking about purchasing the 900 for her 👍🦀
Red back light is good and I like the number pad lighted, too.
I love this take on tbis presentation on the differences in both machines I have the 800 and love it I probably going to waut and see if it's worth a upgrade I kedo watching your videos goid information thanks
Thanks for the video. My 800 was stolen from me two day’s ago. I wanted to know what the new features are on the 900. This video was very helpful. Thank you.
Man, that sucks that your 800 was stolen. Glad you found the info useful.
very nice video. really liked the comparison. settled, getting the 900
I have used Garret for my past detectors. Lost to a hurricane in 2017. Looking at buying a new detector and have been eying the Minelabs 900. This was informative in looking at paying the price difference between the 800 and 900. Thanks!
Good to hear the video help you make a decision.
Very informative video! Thanks! 👍👍👍
Thanks
Love your video. Learned a lot.
Thanks
Have the 800 but not under warranty anymore.. I plan on doing more water hunting this summer so I will be getting 900. I am going to wait to see if they fixed the flooding issues 1st. I did get the Xterra pro. I mean for under $300 I had to. I have used it yet but it feels solid
Thanks for the great video. I love my 800 but can’t help but wonder if a 900 wouldn’t be a better choice.
900 has some nice upgrades.
very nice comparison, thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great video!! Thank you so much!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Liked your message and video. Looking at the 800, the 900 is about $600.00 more. The last detector I've used was mxt 300, 20 years and now I'm interested again thank you
Thanks glad you liked it. Can't go wrong with the 800 it's a good detector.
Thanks for the info. I've been using the 800 for a couple years now. Trying to decide if I want to step up to a 900 or the Manticore.
You're welcome. I think either one will serve you well.
Good video enjoyed watching and have subscribed awesome 👍😁 Chris in UK
Awesome thanks!!! Little off topic but I am going back to places I have hit hard in the past with a 800 and a Ctx and I’m finding super deep coins with my Deus 2! Lol
Good stuff!
I was thinking about trying to find a 800 a new one at a reduced price but maybe I should just hold out and save a little bit more and get the 900 thank you for your videos on these detectors
I'm sure you'll find a deal on a used 800. But the 900 sure is nice.
shit man I love the red backlight.. why the heck there is no red backlight on manicure
I like it too. Wish they had the option on the Manticore as well.
I love my 800 but would love to upgrade
Great video would love to own this.
Really like that detector
Keep the videos coming
It good video on the difference between the two.
great vidio , just got my 900 love it
Thanks, love mine too
If you are not getting in the water the 800 will probably be fine. The ergonomics of the 900 and the waterproofing would be reasons to upgrade. You are right about considering the change when your warrentee runs out on the 800.
my 800 outshines my 900 in the water and on the beach the 900 outshines my 800 at the parks i personally always have bad luck at the beach and in water with the 900 and amazing finds with the 800
If I order one it will be the 700. Not needing the gold mode on what I do. Thanks for the demonstration, waiting on My Manticore order. Take care.
Good choice!
I think 900 is better just with shaft upgrade. Awsome video
Thanks, yea, the shaft alone is worth it.
Fantastic video with great info. Looking to up-grade from two older machines by Whites. One land, and one water. The 900 would do the job of the two I have now. Kellyco has the 900 with two coils, and I get a 15% discount as a veteran. Think that's the deal for me. THANKS.
Glad that video helped you make your decision.
Thank you I learned a lot about both the 800-900 that I didn't know. Hopefully I win the giveaway, since my detector was stolen. Anyway thanks again.
Yourvwelcome. Good luck on the giveaway.
Thank you young fellow. 👍✝️✌️
Nice 900!
Great video keep them coming
Thanks
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@RelicsRings thank u for the shirt I just emailed u with my info
@JoJo 1970 you're welcome. I'll get it sent out by the end of the week.
i would pay the extra 100..its worth it.
Would love to upgrade my 800 to the 900 or a manticore
Give it some time to make a decision, you'll start seeing more on both machines.
For a guy going from an Garret Ace Apex sounds like the 900 would be the way to go, correct?
Even the 700 would be a nice upgrade from the Garrett Apex. If you don't need the prospecting mode of the 900, you should also look at the 700.
It doesn't seem like there is that much more bang for the buck. I am going to stick with my 600 it has been very good to me over the last four and a half years. Thanks for the video.
I started with the 600 and it's a great detector.
I have the 600 and the Excalibur II. I promise you it's way worth it to get the 900. I'm pulling mercs and old what's that were missed by the 600.
@James Cobia IV if I were to upgrade, it would be the 700. I do not see that there's enough bells and whistles on the 900 that It's worth paying more for. I live in northwest Ohio and would never use gold mode.
@@danbalser6429 I can honestly admit after 31 years of detecting that this machine although it’s extremely well built and faster processors, it also has a lot of issues with EMI. I shouldn’t have to leave my phone in the truck just to use the 900. That’s all I hear, is leave it in the truck or turn it on airplane mode. I’ve owned every model of metal detectors sold since my first whites 6000 with the analog meter. This is a nice machine but going from a Garrett AT Max and using a 800 before that I don’t see the need to upgrade more than anything up to a 700 if I were you
what??? the 900 and even the 800 is miles ahead of the 600!!
I’ll keep my 800
Just the vdi scale changes alone, make the 900 better. Then the cf shaft is icing on the cake. The cuff and grip angle, much better to. Zero lag headphones are great also.
Yes a bunch of nice improvements for sure.
Wanting to upgrade from my Vanquish 540 pro pack, I'm thinking about the 700. What I really need is waterproof. What's your opinion on the 700. Thanks
If you don't need it for gold prospecting, it will work just fine for you and will be a nice upgrade over the 540.
Good job
Thanks
I'm having 900 envy for a few features. However, upgrading to it is not in the cards. I like my 800 and will likely be using it for another year or two before I upgrade to the ctx 3030.
The 800 is still a very capable machine, so I get why you keep it.
Nice video!
Thanks!
All the new over hyped detectors shoot may etrac is just as good would like to know if it goes to 99 khz
Saving my pennys for one
Son I need to buy a perforated shovel for salt water digging, do you have one I can buy ?
Sorry I don't have one for sale
I'm gonna stick with my 800 , and my Nokta Legend , good comparison video though , like you said your basically splitting hairs , I will probably go with the Manticore when the price drops a little , Thanks for the Video ! Good Luck on all your future Hunts my friend 👍
Manticore is a good machine. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Price is never gonna drop it's only gonna go up..and up..and up
Any leaking problems with the 900? I have seen many 800s with the problem of leaking
I haven't submerged mine yet.
I've had mine submerged in the saltwater for at least 20 hours and no leaks so far. My 600 lasted a year before it leaked though so....
Hey I like to know when I'm metal detecting do I need a permit to go into the park?
It depends on the city the park is located in. Some cities don't allow metal detecting in parks. Others require permits, and some don't.
All 2 are good detektors
Good job 🏖💙🇬🇷👍
As you can see...the 900 is just a Shiney overpriced 800...with couple bells and whistles...both good M.D
nice metal detector
I have been wanting to buy me a metal detector for a long time but cant afford the one i want.. and dont want to spend money for a cheep unit that i would not be satisfied with...
I don't see the store attached to your TH-cam channel. I found it in your about tab.
I think it's because we added products and youtube has to approve them. Should be back up soon
What is the learning curve on minelab
I really depends on the person and what metal detector they came from. But I would say 50 hours of use and you'll have it down.
Hope I win the contest!
How can I get one of those hats?
It's one I did for myself. I own a screen printing and embroidery shop. I'm not able to sell them as I don't have permission from Minelab.
With all those extras maybe it's a Nokta .
MUST be a HUGE difference between 8..900...it's not enough to justify that kind of money...when they both do the same thing...
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Outside of ergonomics- I don't believe it's worth the Upgrade & 119 VDI notches is overkill. 40 is adequate for 'coin shooting'.
I will agree I like 40 VDI scale better. But everything else about the 900 is great.
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Seriously thank you real world Review From someone who actually knows detectors and uses them...
Thanks glad you found the review useful.
I bet he didn’t slate the 800 when it came out on sale,hypocryt
I'm my opinion minelab should replace everyone with a 800 to a 900 as the 600 and 800 were both in my opinion rubbish very poorly made , I sold my 800 and would never buy another minelab .
Not worth the money
Awesome video
I have both the 800 and 900 and yes its worth the upgrade.
But as for coils . I have tried to use the 800 11 inch coil on the 900 and even though it wont switch the 900 off as if there is no coil it wont work on the 900.
Not tried the other way round yet.
Also on the 900 there is the small 6 inch included so that is a bonus.
Also if you are wealthy enough and can buy the Manticore , you can use the upper 2 shafts of the 900 on the Manticore to save using both shafts of both machines.
Unfortunately you cannot use the 800 stem on the 900 as the 900 needs a bracket for the control box . The underside of the 900 handle is hard fixed to the stem.
Maybe there will be a bracket made by someone then all those Tele Knox stems etc out there wont go Prince Harry , I mean "spare".
If fact the groove down the back of the Tele Knox stem makes it a better stem than the 900 stem. Stops the twist of the stem when adjusting.
Other than that the 900 is a solid machine. Minelab i think have done what they should have done "mostly" in the first place with the 800. About time they got something right. Since the E.Trac!
5.00
800 . Waterproof to 10 feet? If you dare. Mine is a fair weather machine , splash proof .
(00 . Waterproof to 16 feet , That's to be seen yet!
5.50
The numbers on the 900 are far superior to the 800. Too many targets to 1 number. Hard to cherry pick.
I think that using the 900 is actually easier than using full tones on the 800 which is better in 5 tones.
6.15
I get targets reading 1 to 3 numbers variance but if the sound is right the numbers give you a better idea. It seems the Manticore is similar. Going by Vids i have seen. I dont have that yet.
6.40
28 Sens works but not everywhere. But you can go higher on average. I think the 35 on the Manticore will be more of an issue.
In the end. What is important? I think quality of build at the price range of the 2 machines. Both are not repairable after warranty that i know of and with only 3 years warranty you need reliability.
So i think the 900 is worth the upgrade but the capability is at best marginal but better numbers.
All good information. Thanks for the comments.
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