Gold Monster 1000 vs Garrett AT Gold vs Goldmaster 24k
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If you want to hunt gold without jumping to a heavier pulse induction machine, these are the usual candidates. Specs are from Minelab's spec page and the listings. We haven't tested them.
Compared
| Gold Monster 1000 | Garrett AT Gold | Goldmaster 24k | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency | 45 kHz VLF | 18 kHz | 48 kHz |
| Water | Coil to 1 m; detector splash/rain proof (Minelab) | Submersible to 10 ft | See listing |
| Ground balance | Automatic | Manual + automatic | See listing |
| Modes | Gold and Deep all-metal; gold chance indicator | True All Metal; Iron Audio | See listing |
| Headphones | Not included | See listing | Wired included |
Minelab Gold Monster 1000
The listing says ground balance, noise canceling and sensitivity are automatic, and Minelab's spec page adds manual sensitivity (1 to 10) if you want it. There's also a gold chance indicator. Minelab lists the 5 inch package at 2.94 pounds. Headphones aren't included; Minelab's own wired set lists the Gold Monster 1000 as compatible.
Minelab Gold Monster 1000 (5 in. coil)
- 45 kHz VLF, per the listing
- Automatic ground balance, noise canceling and sensitivity
- Gold chance indicator; Gold and Deep all-metal modes
- Waterproof coil (Minelab: 1 m / 3.3 ft); headphones not included
Minelab Wired Headphones, 3.5 mm (3011-0364)
- Fits Minelab Equinox series and Gold Monster 1000 audio jacks, per the listing
- Standard 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) plug
Garrett AT Gold
18 kHz, True All Metal mode, Iron Audio, manual and automatic ground balance, and submersible to 10 feet, per the listing.
Garrett AT Gold
- 18 kHz operating frequency, per the listing
- True All Metal mode; Iron Audio
- Manual and automatic ground balance
- Submersible to 10 ft
Garrett Goldmaster 24k
Garrett's 48 kHz gold detector, made in the USA, with wired headphones, per the title.
Garrett Goldmaster 24k
- 48 kHz gold detector, per the title
- Wired headphones included; made in USA (title)
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FAQ
Which is higher frequency?
Goldmaster 24k (48 kHz), then Gold Monster (45 kHz), then AT Gold (18 kHz).
Is the Gold Monster waterproof?
Coil only.
Automatic ground balance?
Yes on the Gold Monster; the AT Gold has both.