Garrett Metal Detectors ACE APEX Standard Package GAR1142320 Metal Detectors

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The internal rechargeable battery of Garrett Apex provides 15 hours of the device continuous operation, depending on the device settings and search mode. You can charge the battery using the USB cable (mini USB). The most significant difference between the ACE Apex and ACE 400 is the Apex’s Multi-Flex technology. This feature alone puts the Apex in a different league than the ACE 400 which only offers a single VFL frequency of 10kHz. This upgrade also enables the to operate at several fixed frequencies including the ACE 400’s 10 kHz, which cements the Apex as a far superior device performance-wise. This is where the comparisons get a little more nuanced as these devices are much more comparable to each other than the previous comparisons.

The numbers indicate the electric conductivity of the metal to give the detectorist an idea about what type of metal type you have found under the ground. Garrett is one of the most well-known metal detector manufacturers on the planet. They have many models of detector for all skill types, several different treasure types, and different price ranges. Today, we will be discussing 2 of Garrett’s metal detector models and decided who is the top dog. Direct drive buttons for most frequently used controls. Easy-access menu adjustments for other controls. In simple words, Garrett Apex is a version of multifrequency Garrett ACE 400 or even an upgraded version of Garrett AT PRO. Taking into account that both metal detector models are considered to be good ones, adding a multifrequency function will definitely make the new model no less popular than the latter.

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The standard headphones provided with the ACE Apex cannot be submerged. However, the cord leading to the headset is submersible. 3. Gold hunting in HIGHLY Mineralized Soil Care must be taken with this function as turning it fully on can effect depth and recovery speed so the situation you are in on the day and your location will dictate how much you use this helpful function. Garrett Apex has an audio gain control and separate control for iron volume. We should mention that there was no such possibility in many previous metal detector models, which was completely inconvenient when using the devices. Open the ApexUsbDriver_Installation file and follow the instructions on how to install the USB driver. The Vanquish does have a neat feature of having automatic Noise Cancelling functionality. The Ace Apex doesn’t have this. This function helps eliminate unwanted external electromagnetic interference.

The metal detector is plain and simple to use since it has an intuitive interface. To activate the device, it is enough to push the power button. It activates with the same search mode on, which was set earlier since the device has a built-in function of remembering the latest search mode chosen. This model has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides up to approximately 15 hours of use. Poor signal processing – The different modes in the Apex are simply preset discrimination patterns. Unlike the Minelab Equinox or XP Deus, which change signal processing to suit the mode and help to better focus on different search criteria, the Apex uses the same signal processing for all modes. This update takes only a couple of minutes. Watch for on-screen prompts that indicate when update is complete.The APEX comes with a 2 year factory warranty and thankfully Garrett has excellent customer. If there is an issue with the battery during or after 2 years Garrett will have to service the battery. This may come to some as an inconvenience to some but these batteries should provide multiple years of use before they ever need serviced. I don’t expect to see any major problems with these batteries and I wouldn’t worry about it. Is The Apex Multi-Flex Technology the same as Minelab’s Multi-IQ Technology? The coils on both machines are of a DD type so will both perform in difficult soils and offer great target separation. Perfect for finding good targets amongst iron or trash. The Garrett ACE Apex comes with 2 years of manufacturers’ warranty. However, the warranty is on limited parts and labor involved. The detector is manufactured in the United States.

All metal’ mode is not recommended to be used in trashy areas. Usually, it is turned on when the place is quite clean, and there isn’t much iron trash around.

If you are prospecting for gold, I would recommend the Ace Apex because its frequencies go up to 20 kHz. Anything above about 14 kHz is good for gold, but the higher the better. This will allow you to find smaller and finer bits of gold. The AT Pro will still find gold at 15 kHz, but the multiple frequency mode and higher frequency of the Ace Apex will find smaller gold. The AT Pro has had the time to prove itself worthy as it has been on the shelves since 2010. Many people will gravitate to this simply because its popularity has not waned, and there is a reason for that. The AT Pro is one of the best-selling Garrett models and continues to be an industry leader. Editor’s note: Since this article was first published, Garrett has released a firmware upgrade for the Apex. The upgrade has improved the machine considerably. Recovery speed is faster, and iron masking has improved. Having tested it myself on the beach, I would have no hesitation in recommending the Apex as an option, certainly for beach detectorists.] On the other hand, the ACE APEX disappointed many Garrett fans who were hoping for an upgrade to their beloved AT Pro/Gold/Max metal detector. Speculation is swirling that Garrett will eventually upgrade or replace their AT series with a new look to include their Multi-Flex Multi-Frequency technology similar to what they have done with the APEX. Is The ACE APEX Waterproof?

The other competitor and probably it’s main competition is the Minelab Vanquish. Like the APEX, the Vanquish is also a multi-frequency VLF metal detector. Like the APEX the Vanquish is not waterproof. The competition between these machines will come down to separation speeds, depth, and target ids. Both machines are considered to beginner to mid-level metal detectors.If you walk on highly mineralized soil, decrease the sensitivity level, this will allow you to avoid false signals. The Go-Find 66 weighs just 1.06kgs and features four find modes for sharper detection and better reliability at sorting the wheat from the chaff, a pinpoint tone for zoning in on a target and five levels of sensitivity (handy when used in areas with lots of distracting metals). It also works in conjunction with an Android/iOS app for added functionality.