Metal Detecting: Nokta/Makro Simplex Water Test & Review

[@jerrydineen2827]

I've never seen anyone put a machine through a test like you have. You're covering all of the bases, good job Matt!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you Jerry much appreciated

[@allmetalmike8072]

great review. i like the way you describe your expectations first and then let us see the machine in action. well done!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you mike glad you enjoyed HH my friend

[@allmetalmike8072]

@@SwampKritter my pleasure.

[@anthonywestwood8489]

I like the way you explain the settings very clearly on each test. Thanks for taking the time to carry out the tests in the beginning, as your testing is definitely unbiased with regards manufacturer loyalty. I really enjoyed watching the video!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you that means alot! HH and GL

[@NFL88]

Thx for taking the time. Mine came today, sadly missed the water hunting season here- but your videos is encouraging. I think this machine will be a great addition to the stable that’ll do alot of things for a great price. Having owned the racer- the vibration mode is nice. Went to the beach and forgot headphones- the vibration option allowed me to hunt tight at the tide line w/with waves crashing nearby. Also made me a bit more comfortable than wearing headphones in public at night in the dark

[@SwampKritter]

Awesome! Good luck with your new machine hope you find lots of treasure with it!

[@luvjesuslee2033]

Matt Thank you for doing these test & sharing. I am ordering the Simplex & have NEVER detected before. I genuinely appreciate Your time. I live in S.C. & wanted a detector for both Water/Beach & land. Best of luck digging in 2020!

[@SwampKritter]

Awesome and your very welcome, if you are looking for a place to purchase one, please check our affiliate link to the machine in the video and tell them we sent you.

[@sharondashnau4306]

I really appreciated your review. I have been on the fence with this metal detector. Now my mind is made up! You really understand the machine and how to dial it in. Thank you :)

[@saladdays180s9]

Purchased two of the Simplex detectors for my adult kids for Christmas, as well as the Nokta Pinpointer and very hard to find retractable lanyards for them. We went out on Christmas day, as it was warm day there in central NJ, whilst visiting relatives. The 1.5 acre property my mom lives on includes George Washington as one of the original landowners, as part of a larger tract he had. We couldn't go an inch in the back property area without it coming across some target or another. The refresh rate was excellent, and seemed to dileanate each target quite well as it was making sweeps. They were immediately hooked and pulled up just about anything that gave a solid register. All types of iron etc., so we decided to lean things down a bit as part of a quick tutorial I gave them on the basics and ( I am barely an intermediate detectorist myself). My newly enlightened duo were having so much fun I decided to cobble some $ to purchase the Simplex, pinpointer etc. for my wife and I. The family that plays together says together. Nice job Nokta, and thank you Matt for this fine video.

[@SwampKritter]

Awesome congrats on your purchase and your new spot to detect, hope you find lots of goodies!

[@PureBlood42]

I just received my Simplex+ yesterday! I'm super excited, as I've been using the same machine since the late 80's...lol. I haven't been actively detecting for many years. Anyway, I just discovered your channel and I love how you cut to the chase with your no nonsense presentation. You seem like a very cool dude. Heck, I could hang out with you all day, and I'm an introvert to the point that I generally don't like anyone. Hahahaha! I'm sub'd, keep the good stuff coming! Peace.

[@SwampKritter]

Appreciate the watch and the sub

[@keithhoward8651]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Great tip on the beach mode.

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you for watching!

[@SunsTo7]

The reason that beach mode notches out the iron as a default as soon as you select Beach, You can at that time get rid of the notch to and you will hear the nails.

[@southernrelics]

Nice test video. I love this detector. I plan on doing a water test with mine in the next couple of weeks. Gave you a subscription.

[@SwampKritter]

Awesome thanks for the sub. Sent one back

[@sgtkyle3508]

Very nice video brother! I just finally ordered the simplex and should have it by friday. Csnt wait to get out and try her out

[@SwampKritter]

Good luck hope you find lots of good stuff with it

[@CanadaFishingChannel]

Can I use It to go under water with?

[@bobbybenway9726]

In beach mode the simplex puts the first three iron notched out and if you notch the first three out in park it will squelch the iron sound out.

[@SwampKritter]

It probably would, still learning the machine HH to you

[@mariozillagordon7404]

Meeeeen you are a genius You test it like your loved ones life depends on the test !!!!! Thank you❤👍🏿

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you, means alot

[@marsenmoos1]

I search for a volunteer organization called Found and Lost Items that people are lost. I use the Nokta Simplex for this. Super machine. Thank you for your upload, I decided to buy this machine and I did not regret it.

[@SwampKritter]

Awesome! Thanks for the watch and the comment

[@Willies_shop]

I was going back and forth on weather to purchase the Garrett AT Pro or the Nokta Simplex and this video has definitely swayed me toward the Nokta.

[@SwampKritter]

Great!

[@freedomdiggersmetaldetecti8964]

Good video and series of tests. It's really hard to find anybody on KZbin that says anything bad about this detector, but when you put it up against the Minelab Vanquish which costs about the same amount of money the Vanquish destroys it. The biggest complaint I see people reporting with this machine is how chattery it is on land. The second most common one is that it does not give a Target ID on deeper stuff. Myself, I'm not crazy about the tones. Whenever I come across a beginner looking to buy a machine I recommend the Vanquish over the simplex.

[@masitaatisam3679]

You do very honest videos man Lots of respect for that👍🏽 Thanks

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you very much, GL out there my friend

[@masitaatisam3679]

SwampKritter ✌🏽

[@pabloestafez6830]

U could fill the tube with expending foam for boyancy

[@giantpumpkinsNZ]

Great video, thanks for testing it and showing the capabilities

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@jdhenry6300]

That simplex keeps getting more and more impressive with each review. Seams like an outstanding machine for the price.

[@SwampKritter]

Sure does. Thanks for the taking the time to comment HH and GL

[@TFRANCO101]

Pool noodle around the shaft?

[@trevorreiten349]

Fill the top part of the shaft with expanding foam insulation... is that an option?

[@SwampKritter]

You know thats actually a very good idea! I may just try that. Thanks 👊😎👊

[@thegarage5919]

a small section of foam pipe insulation along the mid shaft will help to keep it floating if water hunting is your main thing. Use velcro tie straps to secure it for easy removal.

[@brentcampbell7178]

I cut a 5" piece of pool noodle . Take the cuff off and slide it on. All my detectors have it.

[@SwampKritter]

Good deal! Ill give it a try

[@diggindiggenit6540]

New Sub, enjoy your videos, catching up on previous recording from the past you have done, nice job.

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks for the Sub HH & GL

[@dfdigger3820]

The river water is pretty cold up here in Maine too lol. Cant wait to get back in next year. Im think of getting the simplex so i dont ruin my whites treasure pro. Cool info thank you.

[@SwampKritter]

Your Welcome thanks for watching

[@computergrant1]

I just ordered one today and am very excited about it! Coming from a BH Tracker IV.

[@SwampKritter]

Awesome hope you enjoy it and find lots of treasure

[@ufopirate1746]

I just got this...when i connect it to the top there like 3 to 4v things that are at the connector part that aren't screwed onto...is that normal? It doesn't screw on completely...that normal? I need to know before i take it under water and i can't wait....Pls LMK

[@SwampKritter]

Not sure I quite understand what your referring to, if you coil cord isnt screwed in properly the coil will not function and will be erratic. It will still be perfectly say to take underwater to test as the plugs themselves are waterproof

[@skydriver5709]

Vibration modes were designed for the deaf. Same with handheld pin pointers with just a vibration feature. They're helpful and convenient to anyone who doesn't want to hear the beeping, and just wants to go off feel, but the deaf is what vibration is for. I'm hearing impaired and can hear the beeps just fine, but it's nice to know that the Nokta's Simplex offers a mode that many other manufacturers don't put in their machines, making metal detecting a great hobby for people who can't hear at all.

[@MASTERSLOTR]

I just bought this dedector. but I m still confused about which number is gold . can someone just tell me mean of numbers :)

[@SwampKritter]

Gold would ring up in the nickel range on the VDI

[@michaellesko9574]

Are you saying that best mode would be the beach frequency to run in for coins and relics?I have one and I have done the best in field mowed it definitely goes deeper

[@SwampKritter]

In my opinion yes

[@PAPAROUSwhatsinthedirt]

Great test and review! I think that is going to be my next detector!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you, hope you finds lots of good stuff with it

[@ufopirate1746]

I'm coming from an ace 350 to 400 to this...but this shaft seems weak to me...am i sadly mistakened?

[@SwampKritter]

No the shaft on the Nokta is very stiff and strong. No worries there

[@allanh6667]

In relic mode you would want to hear the iron so it makes sense that the iron overtakes the button in the hole. The beach mode really showed the disc capability to see thru iron. I'm impressed. That was a eye opening. Thought you were going to compare the orx with it again in this video?

[@SwampKritter]

The video was already long and didnt want to bore everyone so decided not to swing the other machine again

[@7in1]

Is it possible to work with 2 machines in each hand simultaneously?

[@SwampKritter]

I suppose maybe you could but not sure how productive that would be

[@jasonaucolorado5111]

need a scoop to dig with and how do I get one of these detectors from a retail store when are they going to be released add a pool noodle to make it float

[@SwampKritter]

You can click the affiliation link in the description of this video if your interested in purchasing this machine. From what I understand they should have shipped to the US yesterday

[@andywilliamson1044]

interesting note with the beach mode setting, no ones tried that as yet, but I'll be the second guy using that with the ground where I am in the UK

[@SwampKritter]

Well good luck to ya. Hope you find some goodies

[@andywilliamson1044]

@@SwampKritter It works a treat matey, I had a couple of signals that the coil couldn't decide on, put on beach mode, sorted, nice little secret

[@2121BECK]

As far as Bianca, hos about spray foam in the top part of the shaft. Just an idea and great video buddy

[@2121BECK]

Buoyancy, lol. Autocorrect got me.

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks for the idea

[@imdiggingit202]

Man, I have watched 87 videos on ground balancing this machine & nothing registered for me. For some reason your video clicked to me. Great job with this video. I’m saving it to my favorites to refer back to later.

[@lawzoo1960]

hi there I am from Scotland just bought on off these detectors as my first one never done this before watching all vids on youtube and there is one done on a beach in Scotland on wet sand and the manufacturer suggested to the user to turn the ground balance down to 0 a bit confusing as any other vid shows the auto ground balance will get the url for you to see

[@SwampKritter]

Well honestly if you have good ground with no mineralization there is no need to ground balance. The machine will just cancel out at its factory setting whatever that may be, if you have bad ground, highly mineralized or are on a salt beach then yes you need to manually GB the machine to get the best performance

[@theveteran765]

GREAT video! I just ordered 2 of those machines! Happy hunting. 🇺🇸👍

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you happy hunting to you as well

[@craigtalley]

Great video thanks for the tests!

[@SwampKritter]

Thans and your very welcome HH and GL

[@johnb2740]

Another great test...That beach mode test was very interesting. How does the beach mode depth compare to the other modes?

[@SwampKritter]

Seems to me that Relic Mode and All Metal are the deepest modes and park and beach with not as much depth has way better iron discrimination.

[@johnb2740]

@@SwampKritter ...That's what I was thinking it would be. I suggested the park mode in the Iron test just to see it's capabilities and you didn't disappoint. This machine looks like a game changer for the mid range detector market. For those individuals that can't quite afford a deus or equinox. I'll probably buy one for a back up.

[@lindennottingham3662]

Good video review and water test. I'm really interested in this machine and I'm anxious to see salt water/beach testing as that is mainly what I use my detector for.

[@SwampKritter]

May not get to the beach anytime soon but if I do ill be sure to let you know how it does

[@royatkins4046]

It will totally change your game. I have found some good stuff and then again running across some items that you just have to wonder what and how this weapon got to where I found it. Get certified you want regret it. I'm going to have to get one of these detectors. Are they available yet

[@SwampKritter]

They are still on preorder but are suppose to be out this month and if you would like to preorder one you can click our link with our affiliate in the description and get one ordered

[@dinger51]

I am very interested in getting one. Thanks for the test!

[@SwampKritter]

You can click the link in the description to order one if your interested, thanks for watching

[@MrRoch68]

Hi Matt, to be honest first You sould find clear place to make ground balance make few maesurent - score sould be every time the same or around equal. I have to admit you did it better now.

[@terrapoole7590]

Hi Matt, I have just received the Nokta makro Simplex myself and will be testing it on my local beach tomorrow. I wondered if you had any very high density foam like they use for the GoPro floaty backs, as they should fill the hole nicely and keep it floating hh&gl Mike @terrapoole

[@SwampKritter]

Good luck on the beach hope you find lots of gold and silver. I am going to try the foam trick soon as it gets warmer here, thanks for the idea. GL and HH

[@markrutledge2593]

I appreciate your tests. I don't water hunt but I did just plunk down $ on the Simplex+

[@SwampKritter]

Sweet! Hope you enjoy it

[@gimbohouse]

Hi my friend from Greeksite of island Cyprus.i am your follower.look for more than 3 years I am hunting with my minelab safari.Last Monday I bought The siblex with the new version 2.78.Is really AMAZING.I want to advise you to get it.The reason is you have an extra depth (you will not needed,)You have another park mode that is really very fast and acurate,And the special thing that I notice is that...when hits bottle cups the nrs become crazy.change to low end to high.really believe me.i hunting in very trushy areas.this feture will help you...this way i thimk Deus only have this feture.Best regards my friend..My minelab is resting now...sorry for my English...

[@SwampKritter]

Your good brother, thanks for the comment and watch. Good luck out there and hope you find lots a good stuff

[@DerekNaylor]

First looks it did good in the water cool review brother 😀👍

[@SwampKritter]

Seems to thanks for watching I hope to make over the pond again sometime soon, maybe I can look you up?

[@DerekNaylor]

SwampKritter yeah that would be awesome mate I am I think heading USA 🇺🇸 next summer LA Las Vegas and I think sisco massive trip 😀👍

[@SwampKritter]

I am a long way from LA I am in NC

[@DerekNaylor]

@@SwampKritter new york city ?

[@SwampKritter]

No North Carolina

[@dennisoshea6655]

Swim pool noodles or pipe installation cut short piece’s can help hold cables 🤔🙏🇺🇸

[@Outdoors4adventure]

Thanks for sharing. Good information. 🙂👍

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you for watching HH and GL

[@gymsc3794]

How depth this machine detects?

[@SwampKritter]

Depends on the size of the target, soil condition and what your searching for

[@FullMetalDetector]

Great test!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you

[@whitemanriding]

Well done .

[@jimspry9188]

How deep can you take this machine?

[@SwampKritter]

It can be fully submersed to 10 feet I believe

[@mmb2199]

Thank you for the test;-) I wonder if beach mode gets the deep target?

[@SwampKritter]

Your welcome thanks for watching

[@dfdigger3820]

Hey SK , I was wondering if you had the simplex back in the water and how it fared ? I just ordered one today, hoping to get in the river soon . Thanks have a good one :)

[@SwampKritter]

I have not, not yet! Soon though water is warming up fast here about another week or two

[@dfdigger3820]

@@SwampKritter Just got my simplex tonight, charging now. May get in the river next weekend, gonna be cold though lol. Stay safe and ill let you know how it fared up here. Happy hunting :)

[@royatkins4046]

How deep can this detector go. I do alot of underwater metal detecting. I have a Sea Hunter Mark 3. I also do public safety diving and look for weapons when needed. This is a great price

[@SwampKritter]

That I cannot answer as I honestly do not know but I would assume fairly deep depending on the object and the size and material. I have been meaning to get my diving cert for a while just havent yet....

[@vincents3334]

Roy Atkins rated for 10’

[@dunlapcrusader7513]

Got to get one. If I ever see them in stock. If not I might get the Mojave.Thanks!

[@SwampKritter]

They will come in stock they just have to work out a few bugs

[@wltdwiz]

add a bit of a swimming noodle to the handle & it will float like u want ty for the video i love my simplex

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks for the tip. HH and GL

[@englandshistory]

Do you know why the beach mode sounded better when iron was in hole?? Beach mode has a few bars of discrimination 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 good test mate 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@SwampKritter]

Yep had a few more bars notched out. Thanks Mate, HH and GL to you

[@sultanofswingcos]

So it's been 6 mos since you posted this video. Is the Simplex still working properly after the water testing? I'm getting ready to take mine to the water for the first time next weekend. It seems like the plugs aren't waterproof (for charge/update cable) and the speaker seems exposed in the rear.

[@SwampKritter]

I have not had a chance to get back in the water to use it yet, the plugs are 100% waterproof and so is the speaker

[@steelydan42]

Nice test 👍👍

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you

[@lambertsimnelales5878]

To make the unit buoyant just cut yourself a piece off of a foam swimming noodle then slice it open and put it onto the shaft. Works great. Thanks for the review.

[@SwampKritter]

Good Idea

[@Metrorenovationsandmore]

Another great test! Simplex did better but just can't nail that buckle! Just curious. I'm sure you've swung some great 'tectors. What's been your favorite? I'm trying to decide on my next machine and there's SOOO many good ones out there now!

[@SwampKritter]

Well my favorite machines are not in production anymore I started off with a Nautilus 2BA long ago and i swear it was the deepest machine for relics I have ever used was'nt worth a hoot in trash or iron infested areas but man would hear a deep shell or minnie ball, another super deep one was the old Whites Blue and Grey Pro they havent been in production since the late 80's early 90's again super deep but was like swinging a sack of tater around all day you had to take a half a dozen tylenols at the end of the day to ease the shoulder pain lol. I really love my XP Orx and my Deus now they are super light weight, super deep and have one of the best iron disc capabilities on the market, any machine can be a good machine in the right hands. Once you learn it and I mean really learn it and know whats its telling you youll do very well. Good Luck on your decision I hope what ever you decide to go with finds you lots of goodies

[@Metrorenovationsandmore]

@@SwampKritter my fav was the whites 6000 di pro. Hard to beat 12 inch wheaties! (No body believes that today!) Depth hasn't increased in 30+ years but confusing features sure have! I'm leaning toward the Fisher F75 LTD right now. GL & HH!!

[@SwampKritter]

I believe it thats all the blue and grey was basically was a rewrapped 6000 Di pro sl with a different meter background. Awesome machine wish I still had mine

[@Metrorenovationsandmore]

@@SwampKritter love it! I'm originally from Ashville. What part do you hail from? You're a great teacher. Will watch all ur vids. Wish u were in Atl. I'd be buggin you to go huntin. Bet we could teach each other a thing or 2. (Been swinging Whites for 40 years)

[@SwampKritter]

Originally from Greenville and I frequent Atlanta quite often I have friends in the hobby there, maybe we run into one another, never know!

[@repairguy59]

A 3 inch piece of a pool noodle somewhere around the top should keep the top afloat.. Not too gaudy looking.

[@en53kff]

To ground balance with the Simplex you need to pump until you hear 3 beeps and not 1 beep.

[@SwampKritter]

No sir im sorry but its A beep not 3. Maybe different in other countries but I can assure you one beep confirms GB. Its number 3 in the manual under ground balance of the simplex

[@billholb1974]

Cut a small piece of a foam noodle and attach it to the top.

[@sultanofswingcos]

How about pulling out that plug at the top and stuffing some pool noodle in the handle to make it float.

[@SwampKritter]

Yep thats what I ended up doing

[@carminesr1]

good stuff!!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you

[@ВЛАДСУРНАЧ]

Welcome my conal end simplex+video gud

[@HighPotatoo]

I emailed the sales manager about my excitement to get one of these and they responded asking for where I live. I'm hoping they send me one that would be amazing. this will eventually be my first detector. i want to get into a new/interesting hobby

[@SwampKritter]

Cool!

[@dirtfishingnewfoundland4353]

The vibration is way to weak you can barely feel it

[@sdetecting1169]

Nice Video👍👌

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks

[@paulwalker2625]

that was a great review,thank you....I originally set out,bought the book about the equinoxes cause I was interested in getting the 600 or the 800 but just for beaches and water,because im still very happy with my at pro performance but they just don't like ocean water even thou there good to 12 feet,and about 3 weeks ago I heard about the simplex and have been watching every video I could get hold of and will purchase that in the next couple weeks...thank you again for your water review,was very helpful in making up my mind

[@SwampKritter]

We are very glad to hear that! Be sure to check out our other videos if you get a chance. Good luck out there and HH

[@EricStrobel09]

I think my simplex is defective. It just chatters and reads numbers wildly all the time

[@kdpjsp]

I think I'm going to stick a piece of a pool noodle around the shaft so it will float.

[@SwampKritter]

Great idea

[@Mylifelovingit]

Can't see the screen or don't have a torch. Lol backlight and light on the simplex. That was a good laugh but i agree that as soon as you nock sediment up you are going to see nothing

[@SwampKritter]

Glad you got a laugh! I did to when it sank lol

[@ronpeterson7773]

idea; take cap off shaft, insert a long baloon into shaft and reinsert cap

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks for the idea

[@historyhunter5146]

Great test ! Gotta get one ! ( Shirt)

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you GL

[@pochonietypasjomrutusultim5875]

Poland welcome happy hunting mate

[@SwampKritter]

Thanks mate HH hunting to you also

[@mikekeeferwithaqualandreli4711]

That's cool. How did you already get the simplex living in the US. Didn't think it was shipped to the US. I'm jealous. Lol

[@SwampKritter]

I got it from nokta at a hunt I was recently at. They have not shipped out to the US yet to my knowledge. HH and GL

[@gambitassassin]

enjoy your videos also at times you sound like Billy Bob Thorton to me (his regular voice not Slingblade of course)

[@SwampKritter]

I get that alot actually lol

[@Diggerek]

Hi ✋😃😃😃👍

[@SwampKritter]

Hey how ya doin

[@edsccosta47]

Bu cihazdan çok iyi bir tane aldım. Gelmeyi dört gözle bekliyorum. Brezilya

[@SwampKritter]

Mükemmel! İyi şanslar ve mutlu avlar

[@Minha-vida40]

Inscrito amigo like

[@АлександрДонской-д7я]

Ничего непонятно

[@SwampKritter]

What do you mean nothing is clear? Dont understand

[@Prizrak2034]

@@SwampKritter Просто парень не правильный Русский =)) Все понятно и отличные подсказки и тесты я бы купил себе такой прибор ,но у нас они еще не продаются!

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you very much for the clarification, and thank you for the comments means a lot!

[@ЭдуардБай]

Russian жалко что у нас пока нет в продаже nokta makro simplex. А так хороший прибор

[@SwampKritter]

Maybe soon! Ive never been to Russia that would be a cool experience, thanks for watching HH and GL

[@jimmyberubelevesque2557]

Thank you man for your videos. Really unbiaised and instructionnal

[@SwampKritter]

Thank you that really means alot!

[@jimmyberubelevesque2557]

@@SwampKritter If you had to compare the Simplex+ with the T2+, which one would you pick in term of performances? (regardless the waterproof aspect)

[@SwampKritter]

Well.....My answer probably isnt what your looking for but what ever machine you can learn and know what its telling you will give you the best performance

[@jimmyberubelevesque2557]

@@SwampKritter Yes of course. But some are more capable than others. Some machine are more able to tell you some hints and at better depths, better separation, unmasking, etc.