Minelab Gold Monster Tips & Hacks

[@MsPutiputi]

Hi Vo gus Prospecting. love your vids. Can you tell me if the gold from the Channel Maximov Ro the guy finds is real?

[@VoGusProspecting]

God no. He's just faking it for KZbin revenue.

[@MsPutiputi]

@@VoGusProspecting Thanks bro. bloody thought so coz you cannot comment on any of his vids.

[@GrahamSlam]

@@mohammednovalija Well its true.

[@VoGusProspecting]

@@mohammednovalija I was being nice. At best hes an entertainer and that's fine. But it is fake and i'm not going to pretend otherwise.

[@insolentstickleback3266]

This Maximov Ro is a scoundrel and a knave. Preying on the uninformed is not nice.

[@allansgoldmining]

I compare Gold Prospecting like fishing. You spend big $$$ for tackle gear and accessories to catch a $10 fish. However, you never know when you'll catch the big one !! Like you said, it's the pleasure and memories make it fun. Cheers !! 🤠

[@jerrystott7780]

Trolls are a sign that you have a successful channel. If you're finding lots of gold they will accuse you of salting it, if you are finding very little they will say you are wasting your time. Ignoring and or blocking them is the best cure. Have a great day.

[@whitemanriding]

You are so right . I have spent thousands on metal detectors that I will never get back . It's a hobby . The anticipation of knowing you will find goodies but not what said goodies will be does it for me . Keep on diggin' my friend .

[@victabeer3960]

I dig that enthusiasm vibe .The Costa Georgiadis of prospecting.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Ive never been compared to Costa before, i like it

[@RustyCandyAdventures]

Hi chris a fellow country man taught me to rewind electric motors. Yes its about being out doing the hobbies. Talking to others doing the same. Its great your out there. Thanks Russell

[@insolentstickleback3266]

It is the best hobby I ever took up. If I didn't have 2-3 hours of driving every time I went it would more than pay for itself. Regardless I would be out on a creek somewhere whether I was prospecting or just sitting quiet watching the world. Thanks for the nice video Chris Vogus!

[@VoGusProspecting]

I forget to pan sometimes and i find ive been sitting and thinking for like 40 minutes out there

[@lkncatfish7586]

I am with you. I do not understand why people sitting at home do not understand the fun of getting outside and seeing/experience something no laptop/tv/computer can ever give them. please keep it up. i love your knowledge and show thx for sharing your knowledge

[@VoGusProspecting]

Some people put a price on everything and value nothing

[@eagle197034]

Was rewatching this video and my dog Smokey caught a glimpse of Griz. I wasn't fast enough to get him on video of talking to Griz. But now Smokey looks for him every video lol. Keep up the awesome job. FYI enjoy B.C. it's a beautiful place.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Smokey is a cool name!

[@eagle197034]

Thank you.

[@recommit]

People struggle to understand, gold prospecting is just like fishing...only way more enjoyable. I love the bush & finds are only the icing on the cake.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Gold isnt as slippery as a fish

[@recommit]

Vo-Gus Prospecting And you don't take that smell home or need a 50k boat, launching fees, service costs, expensive tackle etc, etc. in fact, gold prospecting can even make you money. Imagine that for a hobby 👍🏻

[@MichaelWilliams-xs3bj]

Gold prospecting is a way of life!!! I have a creek in my back yard. I never even went to it for 7 years after we bought the 10 acres of land. I had been watching videos of prospectors and decided to go check out my creek. I absolutely love it now! I don't give a damn if I find a bunch of gold or not. I am retired at age 46 so prospecting is just for fun now and always will be! I may go get a few claims out west later but for now i am fine here. If anyone gives you bad comments just ignore the idiots! They have no clue of how fun the prospecting life is! Basically, we all enjoy different things so go do what you like and if it isn't prospecting then go watch the videos of what you like and leave us the heck alone! Some of us don't need money because we already made all we need!! Oh, I just ordered the gold monster 1000!!! Yay for me!! Next I will be buying the gpx5000! For those 2 detectors is $5k. I have already found some gold and I hope Noone else gets in the hobby so I can find it all, haha j/k!

[@cascal7503]

you're right mate, it's all about the fun of looking and maybe finding something, never about the money...I know an old bloke who has been going out for years, gold was about three or four hundred an ounce then. Now he has a pile of it worth about 20,000. The point being, gold keeps going up and all those 10, 20 and 30 dollar finds finally add up to a decent sum.

[@DAVIDBUCKLE-TASMANIA]

Just purchased a Gold Monster today, was helpful video Thanks. Kind regards David

[@kd5ctt]

Who says you are being stupid? They must be stupid. You have always said the way you do you isn't all about getting the maximum amount of gold. I have found you to be very knowledgeable and I thank you for making these videos. Thanks Chris!

[@VoGusProspecting]

You'd be surprised at the comments I have to remove.

[@seanpreston3653]

Personally I don't care if your making a living off this. I justl enjoy the videos honesty and the absolutely great knowledge you leave on the web for novice and experienced prospectors alike. You the man! And loved when Pioneer and Klesh came over.

[@appclickable]

Thanks for another great vid. When I want to make money, I go to work, then I can afford to enjoy myself fossicking with no illusion of getting rich. The real golds is simply enjoying what you do!

[@kathyscallan8338]

I learn something new everytime I watch your video. The scenery tree's and the creek is spectacular. I could sit there and listen to the water running down the creek. It's is so calming.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Glad you like them

[@Woffie70]

OMG! Chris you are like one of the few that can get my name right! Thanks!!! :) People just don't understand it's not about the MONEY. It's about just doing it. It's Therapeutic...but it has a chance to pay for itself. Like Crafting...ya do it because you like to. If you can sell some of it- GREAT. You doing the things you do helps others while helping yourself as well. It's a win-win as long as you keep enjoying it.

[@VoGusProspecting]

After a life time of people getting my name wrong i feel like i have to try really hard to get others right

[@anthonybrau7399]

Spot on Chris. It's not about making a ton of money prospecting or metal detecting. It's about the hunt and being in the great outdoors!

[@richardmayell9684]

Hi Chris. I’ve been watching your vids for a few months now and just wanted to say thanks for all your gold panning efforts. It is a pleasure to watch real guys like you, Pioneer Pauly, Dan Hurd etc. I have been panning for a lot of years but you can always learn more from others as well. Keep on keeping on and I’ll keep watching...thanks!

[@dannyjones2641]

Well said. Some people miss the point of going bush and just looking around. Finding a little bit of gold is a bonus. 👍

[@BreakingWildGaming]

Mate, so long as you are having fun, it matters not what others think. Being out in the bush with mates and your furry bestie, is way better than sitting on the couch or sitting on a stool in a pub. I've never hunted for gold, and more than likely never will, but still enjoy your videos. No bullcrap, just out enjoying yourself and if you pick up $5 of shiny stuff then you can buy a frozen coke on the way home. Keep doing what you do champ!!!

[@VoGusProspecting]

This is exactly the reason I do it.

[@jakebrakebill]

Your explanation of why you do it. Yes, it's just another hobby that gets you into the outdoors. As a small kid, I looked forward to Easter and the challenges of finding the most eggs. So, I kind of look at it as an adult version of Easter egg hunting.

[@jeffgray4602]

Chris don’t give in to the naysayers. You’re doing a great service for us who want to learn and it’s just fun. Keep up the great work.

[@VoGusProspecting]

It's not givin in, its making it clear where I stand.

[@ninaappelt9001]

I don't prospect for gold but I do metal detect as a hobby. You are absolutely correct in that a day with a bag of pennies and pull tabs is better and more fun than not doing anything..

[@VoGusProspecting]

Ahhhh, pull tabs

[@michaelcody8783]

Love your video mate, I really love your attitude too. Keep doing what your doing, you are a great encourager to others who just want to get out there and have a bit of fun.

[@theinternetisaseriesoftube5107]

Awesome video! My favorite tip that I just discovered - if you want ULTRA COMPACT, put on the small coil, and unscrew one section of rod. Attach the "stick adapter" that comes in the box (the thing that allows you to attach the coil to any kind of stick) to the end of the section of rod, and put the rest of the detector together on the one section. It all fits. It works for me, it might work for someone else, too :)

[@troywallace322]

Regardless of what other people think. Your a happy person enjoying what you do. This makes you a legend. Troy from Kalgoorlie.

[@foytaylor5876]

You’re videos rock. Love the enthusiasm and the knowledge you give us newbies. And the dog is a STAR. Thanks for your time.

[@VoGusProspecting]

It's really Grizzlys channel

[@brentyngraham3837]

This is the best video I have seen about how to properly use the monster...I like it especially because you have a great attitude towards prospecting and life in general

[@Washing_Dirt_Prospecting]

Ignore the nay-sayers. They're just jealous that thru aren't out doing something interesting. A lot of people ask me the same question when i show them gold i have collected. Where did you get it? They should be asking, "how" instead. Research, practice and just getting out - eventually you're rewarded with a little gold. But that is just frosting on the cake. Nevermind what they say. You are one of the people that inspired me tho get out and get it!

[@famousfoodd.i.y3737]

Hi Chris, im so glad that you went with the original into music at the end, it brang back some good memories👍

[@jeffholmes1362]

Gold detecting is relaxing. Who cares if it doesn’t pay the bills. I had my sniffer bottle float away with two days of panning. We just start again 😁 invaluable time with my daughter.

[@johnwest7233]

Love your attitude mate. It’s all about the memories 👍🏼

[@Giannis_Sarafis]

"It's hobby. It's a bit of fun". So true. I feel the same, every time i go prospecting. Thanks for sharing another great video, Chris. I hope you are well. Good night!

[@VoGusProspecting]

To hell with working for fun

[@midnorthcoaststinglesssuga4291]

And wat a wonderful hobby my friend! Nothing better than getting out into the Australian bush and looking for a bit of mustard, awesome stuff mate nice looking ground

[@leighanncronin6905]

Hi Chris, you're NEVER wasting your time making us happy! You're fams appreciate what you do😉 NEVER STOP!💕

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate, i wont

[@davidvilla3243]

I had a great time out with you and Grizzly.Best tips I've learned are from you two,respecfully.you of coarse.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Grizzlys the real star

[@lankywhiteguy]

Your camera work is getting so much better! Loving the transitions and video lining up with the tunes, loved this one most!

[@lll9107]

Your videos inspired me to head out with a gold pan and a hand trowel to my nearest park. I found this giant boulder that had been carved out by the river, scooped out all the loose bits, and found some specks I could actually see! Next I plan on buying a yabby pump. I found tons of great crevices but had a hard time getting in there. I knew my hand shovel wasn't adequately getting the gold resting on the bedrock and I feel like the park visitors would be unhappy seeing me hacking away at the ground with a pickaxe.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Just go at night lol

[@HarryHoudiniprospecting]

I dont do it for money. I do it for the journey. Getting out and meeting people and the fun of the hunt. Cheers HH

[@andymacdonald30]

I am glad you came up with the I am doing this as a hobby statement .. I enjoy the hunting for gold out in the wilds in peaceful and beautiful locations . your not going to get rich ,unless your very very very lucky .. but the memories will live on for ever .. My greatest fear is that I find a nugget that's too big and heavy to carry away with me lol !!

[@kimmeath9411]

So true it’s not about what you find it’s about getting out there in the peace and quite in nature gold is just a bonus I love the bush and I find it so relaxing to clear the mind and nothing better than a good scratch around and wash a few pans love your vids matey

[@timareskog2418]

Thank you for teaching me some more about gold prospecting in another great video.

[@darnellnepia1629]

Am watching you Vo gus cause your clearly passionate about it and it's REAL. Keeping hunting bro. You can't find anything sitting on the couch and when you find it, it will look awesome in your collection, not your belly :)

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate, sometimes i find the remote in the couch

[@adamsrcsandadventure700]

Nice vid Chris, cheers for the pointers on the gold monster 👌

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate

[@davidraines2544]

You know my friend that the old timers always had a bad of gold dust so it does add up. I always enjoy you and grizzly on your adventures. Great video buddy

[@rogerbublitz1722]

You are exactly right...it's about having fun and not the money. I truly enjoy you videos!!

[@VoGusProspecting]

Thanks mate

[@stevenwilluweit3411]

First time seen ya vid, great job, where were ya prospecting (country) liked your reply to the haters (waisting time etc) l’ve been 4wd/camping/fishing for many years, new to the prospecting, loving it, find it very therapeutic, it’s all about getting outdoors and having fun👍

[@johnbellison4779]

You make interesting and easy to watch offerings, i've never been prospecting, but find the process relaxing and somehow rivetting! Must connect with the curiousity bit of the brain! And ignore if you can the snide and malicious comments about cash values etc etc. Some people know the price of everything and the value of nothing. Do what gives you pleasure, Grizzly has it right, a good stick to chew and some water to splash in. Makes for an untroubled mind. Best Wishes.

[@danebender6166]

Hi Chris great video, some people just can't comprehend the value is in the enjoyment !

[@VoGusProspecting]

People pay for these experiances after all

[@paulkondoli7297]

I've had my GM for about 3 weeks and have been looking for some info on the coils cheers mate!

[@VoGusProspecting]

Small coil on clean bedrock, it'll pick up dust. But big coil in the field.

[@backyardzoo7624]

Damn right Brother. One thing we never have to worry about is seeing those knuckleheads out digging more then once or twice after they see all the effort. You either love the experience or you fizzle out after a few trips. Good news is we can buy all their equipment barely used. Love the videos and may you find gold in every pan.

[@markopittman2833]

you know, take the critics and throw them off a pier, i watch alot of different videos and your videos are very funny at times, educational- i learn from them. i love your dog. so tell em shove off mate. your doin a great job.

[@nuggetnateprospecting3197]

Dammmmm mate the people saying your wasting your time only care about money I’ve been prospecting for a while and I’m not rich or even making anything I do for the love of nature and the love of history one of the best feelings is finding wild gold in my pan. And your videos are great almost the same stuff I deal with in my quest for the yellow stuff so thank you for your help in my quest

[@metaldetectingaustralia6355]

Great work, you sure are right have dig all targets never know what you dig up and if its trash you are just cleaning up the environment

[@ronboyd1430]

Hi Mate you keep doing what you do so bloody well and your helping me with the black dog I'm fighting so great work as usual

[@jamiesuvo7420]

Mate if you love doing it don't give a damn about what the haters say good on you mate

[@kevinpitt3014]

I've watched a fair few of your videos now and trust me I get it. I've done a lot of metal detecting & so many people think it's all about what you can sell something for, nar it's about having a bit of fun & if you get some extra $ that's a bonus.

[@travcat66]

I recently retired, I have a 4WD and 16’ caravan or a tent and my son gave me a Gold Monster 1000 for Christmas. What more could I want. I also photograph birds and plants and I paint watercolours. Thanks for your helpful video. Regards Susan in Nsw

[@VoGusProspecting]

That sounds like a great time

[@BeefyPrepperthegolddigger]

Amen for the FUN brother!! Great video as always. Nice tips on detecting.

[@standup4332]

Love your videos, and you are out in the field for the right reasons!

[@VoGusProspecting]

Yer bro, the adventure

[@montanatreasurehunter9600]

That looked like a good fun day and on top of it you found a little gold. Thanks for the video.

[@MitchMiller123]

Another top video Chris, and you’re spot on, it’s a hobby, a great hobby, finding gold is just a bonus.

[@margiismith8413]

Do what makes you happy , ignore the other stuff, some people think things make you happy but it’s not true, peace and tranquility can be some of the greatest treasures we can give to ourselves, keep being yourself and enjoying your times in the bush with Grizzly 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇦🇺

[@barry7608]

My first nugget from WA was a 7gm inspiration.....value not much but as you said its the experience and being in the great outdoors. My machine was a Minelab SD 2100 awesome smooth machine. Picked up another at Cue and Marble bar. Good luck we all hope to find the big one

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate, 7 grams is pretty awesome!

[@andyamysarizonaadventures5450]

I am finally ditching my old gold bug 2 for a monster! Thank you I'll definitely try the larger coil on as high manual as we can.It should be good for our channel as well it's such a good popular machine ..cheers🙂

[@michaelhides4528]

Just found your channel looking for some info on how to have fun and prospect👌🏻 now a eternal subscriber hahahaha great knowledge and even better content

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers mate, hope you find more that you like

[@JT-su7fd]

G'day Vo-Gus, great show mate. Love the attitude that you are putting out there too man, good stuff.

[@Klesh]

That was a great instructional video on the GM, which coil is stock? The 5" or 10"?

[@VoGusProspecting]

Both coils come in the box when you buy it. Most go right to the 5".

[@OneStudPuppy]

Klesh, I’m surprised your not swinging one of these already. If ya know someone with one try it out. Will catch smaller bits the GPZ 7000 misses even. And like Chris said comes with both coils. I just got my 3rd in yesterday. Long story hah but think third is the charm packed properly and not bashed in shipping. 👍🏻

[@moogybannahilstopaflingon6803]

Great video! I’ve subscribed. Had a good couple of days with my little MOSTER w week or two ago in a land far, far away... A really good couple of days! Hahahahaha! I’m still a bit shaky... It’s out there boys! One tip I could bring! Secure you wire from the coil. Velcro is great as it’s fast to put on and fast to take off as you swap sizes. Believe me, you don’t want it flopping around one little bit... Good luck prospectors...👍

[@jimmylufnin2236]

Well said vogus time out in the bush is priceless I agree with u 100% so don’t listen to the hecklers I go detecting all the time and haven’t found a single piece yet

[@VoGusProspecting]

I took me a year to detect my first bit

[@ijc1958]

I'm with you Chris i dont give a rodents rear end if i find anything but it is a bonus if you do getting out into the bush is worth much more

[@tolget4684]

Great video. About comments about finding gold to live off of... Its not about money to live off of.... it's about LIVING! We're not here forever, enjoy life while you can. Peace to all

[@VoGusProspecting]

Exactly!!!

[@stewartwinterwizardgoat9375]

Thanks for the tips. I'm hitting more targets after going over same ground.

[@DirtmopAZ]

Love ya, man. Love your vids. Keep on doing what you do!

[@RichardRoger1966]

HAHAHAHAHA ... LOVED Grizz getting in there and sniffing out a bit of something (Not sure if it was gold or (s)not)...

[@RichardRoger1966]

And LOVE Grizz with the "gift" ending (though I think we should have seen what was inside or him ripping it open) ... hahahaha

[@allandampier6908]

You do a top notch job, Chris. Your videos are well worth the PATREON tier that I just committed to. Buy a bone for Grizzly. Make it pork cause he is already a ham.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Hahahaha, Grizzly is a ball of goofy love

[@respectanimals2]

Superb video , enjoyed watching immensely, grizzly doing a fine job helping as usual, brilliant 👍⛏🐶

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate

[@joeljeffery8704]

You hit it on the nose Chris. Thanks, great video.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate

[@ronnieduran4599]

Dude I love what you do. Keep the videos coming

[@VoGusProspecting]

WIll do man!

[@dennisstewart9245]

Awesome video Chris, keep them coming cheers

[@thesurfingprospector6345]

Nice one mate Donnie said put in the gold mode full rip And settles it right down I have doing that no we’re near as noisy When I think it’s repeatable I then turn on The all metal mode and listen for That wobble pop noise And he also said coil to the soil lol Cheers Crouch

[@brendangray1985]

Awesome find with the detector

[@codymackniak6328]

Another great video 👍👍 keep doing what you want to do👍👍 and don't worry about the haters they just have nothing better to do and hate their own lives. Keep up the great work 👍👍👍👍

[@phillipjacobson4498]

I have a gold monster. A few weeks ago I found a good area to detect I got a few hits dug them up to find bird shot. Walked a little way along and found a pile of spent shotgun shells. I turned around put the gm back in the truck and moved on. I'll go back there with a highbanker next time, as a detector would have Ben a waist of time.

[@arisarojado320]

Pauly the vampire follower is watching. I love your channel sir, I gain knowledge and you bring me in your adventures. And I love your dog.

[@adhawk5632]

I've had some very good luck with the GM10x6 coil, even for coin shooting, it goes deep in mild ground. You can even pick between a $2 and 5c, the $2 has a way mellower sound and the 5c is really zippy. Still coming to grips with the GM 05, haven't used it nearly as much as the 10, but it seen to work for you and LDC and Busted Nuckles so I've tried it out but I've been nowhere near as successful as the GM10. Awesome vid😀🇦🇺

[@RavenRaven-se6lr]

Great blogs watching from Bris. Sure beats ,the rat race .Keep on doing what you have passion in. Learning a lot 👍

[@lukefrost6811]

Cheers Kris for another awesome video keep it up :D

[@johnmettam1573]

Great work mate, thanks

[@gleitonabreu4462]

Good morning, if possible, I would like to know if the equinox 800 in the gold digging function can catch small gold nuggets in the same way as the gold monster ... if it is equal to or better than the gold monster in this function because it is multifrequency .... what if the gold monster works well in other functions besides fetching only gold ... i mean fetching artifacts ,, jewelry ,, lost coins inside the woods ,, lakes .... if you can give me an opinion. .. help me .... thanks ..... I still could not find any video of gm 1000 being used this way .... thanks.

[@moneybox5733]

Mate I like your attitude. Perhaps these people making snide remarks would like to show what they've done with their weekend. Most likely got their exercise sitting back with a beer in front of the telly. Keep up the good work, I enjoy your videos.

[@shannonhedgecoe8548]

Don’t worry about the negative people mate they aren’t worth listening to. Your out there because ya love it and that’s all that matters.

[@VoGusProspecting]

Cheers Mate

[@MurrayRiversGoldAdventures]

Would have been nice to see you taking some pans from where you found the lead shots with the gold monster.

[@VoGusProspecting]

We already did, this was hedging our bets after the fact :-)

[@ROBI-Leather-Design]

Nice video and great attitude. I do gold panning because of the same reason :)

[@aussieguy3689]

Another quality video chris thanks for posting , have you heard of the xp orx detector ? If so what are your thoughts about it ? ✌️✌️👍

[@VoGusProspecting]

Friend of mine has it. Good machine. The thing I like about the GM is it's an idiots machine, turn on, ground balance and go. The ORX has a little more too it, so it's too complex for what I want to do. Not a bad thing, just a personal choice.

[@aussieguy3689]

@@VoGusProspecting thanks for the info mate its much appreciated ,im going to buy either the gm or the orx they are priced similar and are both good machine's✌️👍✌️ wish you the best of luck for your future adventure's .

[@vinniejackson8327]

Screw the malicious folk mate. Keep doing what you love, for pleasure or profit each to their own. Great video been thinking about a gm1000... or a makro gold kruzer myself

[@VoGusProspecting]

Exactly

[@orsmplus]

I had the Gold Monster for six months and passed it on - Never, ever *genuinely* found a piece of gold with that machine - only blind-planted test pieces. Been taking an oldschool (20yo) minelab PI to some of the EXACT (to the foot) locations I'd run the monster over, and I've pulled multiple nuggets in 30 minutes from only an inch under.... And this was ground that was 'quiet' for the monster. Took it up to the rich fields in north qld too and again, nothing - after five solid days detecting over known rich locations. Others around us with GPX's were just yankin' it out. That said, I'm confident that it can find gold - I was digging up lead nuggets smaller than a grain of rice from between 2-4 inches, and found a crapload of pennies, halfpennies, buttons, alfoil and other stuff. It's just not productive enough on small nuggets compared to a PI machine. Our ground is just far too noisy for high-gain VLF. A tip that I found helped detect the smallest pieces (of lead in my case) - run it WAYYYYY SUPER HOT on 'shallow'/discrim mode, and ignore the screen when searching. It will be noisy as all heck with the ferrous tone, so get used to the different tones. When it beeps a nonferrous tone, switch to deep and lower the threshold to a more tolerable level to pinpoint the target. In all I don't recommend the Gold Monster to anyone looking at buying a detector *for prospecting in Australia*. If you're gonna use it on the beach and such too, go ahead - it's a SUPER SUPER SUPER SENSITIVE VLF MACHINE (beats the living CRAP out of a CTX3030). In terms of build quality, useability, included accessories and basically every other factor, the Gold Monster as a product is RIDICULOUSLY GOOD value and quality. But for a prospector, I just can't recommend it. Honestly I thought I was doing something wrong. I just had the wrong equipment all along.

[@cockroachman27]

Hi mate what would you recommend for a first gold detector? I was thinking of this one but now I think I should pay for a pi detector

[@orsmplus]

​@@cockroachman27 It really depends on what sort of terrain you'll be detecting in, and your strategy. In Australia, a majority of the remaining good gold will be found in remote ground with a high amount of iron (C-QLD, WA). If you're detecting areas with small chunks and low iron (more bushy areas than flat red terrain, like in VIC/golden triangle), then the gold monster will be great - if there's gold remaining there. Areas like central north QLD and WA will fare much better with a PI, as the high level of iron changing frequently in small areas will require frequent ground balancing and low levels of trash. The GM picked up far smaller targets than my heavily modified PI does in victoria, however in QLD the GM is near useless on the iron rich soil. The PI performs beautifully in this case. It comes down to your strategy, budget, dedication and location. If you're doing it purely as a hobby, the GM might very well be perfect for you, but keep in mind every man and their dog can afford a GM, a car, and can get to the easy spots. If you're more dedicated, are willing to go on multi-day 4WD detecting trips to geologically researched & difficult areas, wearing a harness, and spending the time to dig every target, then the PI will be the way to go, as you'll find the targets that the less dedicated prospectors will pass up purely because of time/effort/cost restraints.

[@cockroachman27]

@@orsmplus thanks for the reply. I am in SA and I am very keen to take the 4wd to WA for extended periods in the bush as I have family out that way. I would like it to be more than just a hobby. My friend that I go fossicking with is buying a gold monster so I was thinking of getting a PI for more mineralized stuff. Any recommendations for a PI detector for a novice to buy? I was looking at the SDC but I don't believe the coil can be changed.

[@orsmplus]

@@cockroachman27 Great! If you get a PI and your buddy has a gold monster, you'll be ready for any terrain. I don't feel the GPZ offers quite enough performance for price, neither the new gpx6000. I'd probably recommend a GPX4000/4500/5000, with a coil suitable for the terrain. The SDC coil can indeed be changed, but requires a hardware modification to attach it to the shaft ... the SDC however is specifically tuned to the attached coil, and is optimised for small gold. This makes it ideal for places like VIC. The SDC will find much smaller gold than the GPZ (smallest I've found with an SDC was 0.09g about 3 inches deep - but the QLD and SA terrain will typically hold larger chunks. If you can get your hands on a 4500/5000, and get the audio modified or use a gain/compressor box and you'll definitely have a productive machine if you have the time and patience to really learn how it works and how to discern between the threshold murmurs and weak targets. Practice, knowledge, and discipline is the real key to finding the gold others left behind. Understanding how PI works and what your pulse patterns are doing really helps to understand what the ground is telling you.

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@@orsmplus interesting, I was thinking about getting the sdc but now I'm thinking about a gpx. There is a second hand gpx 4000 at miners den in Adelaide. Would you recommend i get this instead of the sdc? Also what are the differences between the gpx 4000 and gpx 5000? Thanks for your replies it's not often I find someone that knows about about this subject

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