Worlds Most Powerful Metal Detector, Maximum depth and sensitivity for finding gold

Which one is the world's most powerful metal detector?Join me in a discussion of which metal detector is the most powerful of them all. I will go over all its features and strengths. Also, this is NOT a sponsored video, its just my opinion. I don’t sell detectors, I am just an experienced detector user telling you what I have learned about the detectors that are out there on the market.
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[@marknye51.thefixitguy]

Love all your videos. Have been looking at getting into gold prospecting and looking at detectors. Glad you are doing this video

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you like them! As the weather warms (and I get out to do some prospecting) I will be back to doing gold videos. I have many of hem planned.

[@annieb.6578]

Chris...I just received your book in the mail today. It’s a beautiful looking book. I love watching all of your videos. You’re my new hero! 💕 from Bullhead City, Arizona. Big hugs, Margaret (Annie) Burnham

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks! I think you will enjoy the book. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@darrel731]

Hi from Australia!! I have The 7000 & gold monster 1000 what a beautiful team they make 👍

[@ChrisRalph]

Two of my favorite detectors. I spent 6 weeks detecting down under in WA. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@jffbrk1]

Thanks for being so nice and sharing your knowledge.

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks!

[@larsearl25]

Thank you sir. Good honest opinions. I've come as close to it as I can with my 4500 and your excellent book!

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed the video.

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[@raven7068]

Finally I found a video that focused on one and not just a five top best. sometimes it's confusing when you know nothing about metal detectors. Thanks for the video you did a great job👍

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@ukandeugoldpanningadvicean9921]

No Detector is 'The Best' or "The deepest" as it all depends on what soil, soil conditions mineralisation humidity etc etc

[@singingforchrist]

Thank you, very important info. I appreciate your time and will show it by buying your book.

[@ChrisRalph]

Great, I'm sure you will enjoy the book. I am glad you enjoyed the video, I have lot more and continue to work on even more.

[@singingforchrist]

Your book and your videos are awesome. Today (without a detector) I applied your principles while I was hiking, looking at the rocks how they must have fallen down this mountain blown by wind and rain and followed the trail up and with only my eyes I saw a piece of quartz with gold in it - my son was blown away as I’m teaching him what I’m learning...can’t wait till my detector finally arrives! Thanks so much Chris.

[@drbarco]

Thank you for the info Experience is one of the greatest assets in any endeavor Just learning on gold prospecting And your input is very much appreciated Thank you

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@inquisitivealbertan1712]

Great video, Chris. Thank you for sharing.

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@Duganoz]

I’m a little late to this hobby. Definitely going to get one. Hope no one else does! Great channel!

[@ChrisRalph]

Welcome aboard! Lots to learn, take a look at some of my older videos, lots of information there.

[@mikedriscoll13]

Thank you Chris for all of the info. I have been researching metal detectors for the past few months and yesterday I bought a Zed. Your book (fistful of dollars) was filled with pertinent information that helped me decide on the right detector for me. Low and behold, I found this video right after my purchase and I can say it helped ease my mind on the financial burden placed on my pocket book. Now, if I can just get my wife to watch it..I have been metal detecting since 1986. The machines today have come along way. My At pro struggles to find anything small (gram or less) and this is mainly what I’ll be searching for in southeast Alaska. Keep up the great work, you are a fantastic teacher and I enjoy all your videos!

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@CplSkiUSMC]

"It's not cheap." That might be an understatement. $8000 is steep. You'll have to find a lot of gold to pay for it, but what a great toy.

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@marcosramirez42]

Thank you for explaining everything with such detail. Really enjoy your videos

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you like them!

[@beepkeeper1496]

Hi Chris! Enjoyed the video- nicely done! Those coils are ginormous! Where would one go to detect for gold? I've never tried but I wouldn't even know where to start and it sounds interesting! Subbed, GL&HH! 🙂

[@ChrisRalph]

The best places are those where some nugget gold has been found in the past. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@jesusalvarez7587]

Hello Chris, what would you recommend for finding gold or silver coins for depths up to 6ft? What other metal detectors are there that would meet my needs or at least close to that depth?

[@ChrisRalph]

Coins are too small a target to see at 6 feet. Lots of detectors could see an engine block or a 55 gallon drum at 6 feet, but you need a large single piece of metal to see that depth. Coins, even a large jar full of coins is too small to detect at that depth.

[@dougvantassell9015]

One thing i would add is IF its in a iron case, chest or something iron then the iron as it oxidizes then the iron leaches into the surrounding soil and makes it "appear" as a lot bigger target. I had the experience of this as I dug and dug... and dug and finally found what was setting my detector off. It was an old wagon wheel center hub that had rusted over the last 100+ years. I thought for sure I found a buried treasure chest!! LOL!!

[@BCFalls1]

@@OriginalMasters my entire dry river bed from the ice age is between 3 to 5ft deep, thinking I need to go the magnetometer route. maybe even spikes in the ground. Is currently virgin land under an ancient forest and impossible to enter, we tried to clear a path but it grew in faster than we could keep it open, never did drive down it but was still shy by several hundred feet of the zone, very rough terrain with massive holes from ancient fallen trees in the clays leading up to the boulder field.

[@Hasuni675]

Mr. Chris thanks for that information what are you advising someone lives in dry land which machine can be the best to use to find gold nuggets?

[@ChrisRalph]

A dry washer, also sometimes called a dry blower. Take a look at this video I did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYHKpaOIjLimg8U

[@zydon1974]

You are 100% right, I have been working in gold detecting since 2011 and this detector was the only one let as go back to the areas that we totally consumed by GPX 4500.

[@ChrisRalph]

glad you enjoyed the video

[@lutherkenbalinas1811]

Thanks sir for appreciate my massage for our. I find it if have good signal God bless

[@randylopez4826]

What's your opinion on Nokta Macro detectors? I'm interested in their Invenio model. Need something to go deeper than 4-5 ft.

[@ChrisRalph]

They make some good products.

[@klackers]

Hi Chris, I just purchased your book (I’m in Australia) and own a zed. Any benefits to orientating the coil backwards like you have or does it not make a difference? I have the logo to the front on my detector.

[@ChrisRalph]

The coil is symmetrical, so it is the same one way or the other. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@bkblackmon1402]

Great information always. Thanks Chris👍

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@jameyl9929]

Chris, you're the man! Always love your ICMJ articles. Hope we both find the mother lode someday.

[@ChrisRalph]

I always have ideas to try..... Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@webbykamundila3214]

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[@user-og7sd2qp6n]

Hey Chris wondering in your opinion which is better for gold detecting the equinox 800 or the gold monster 1000 ,thanks for your opinion

[@ChrisRalph]

For gold nuggets, the monster is better. For general coin and relic hunting with some nugget detecting, the equinox is better.

[@user-og7sd2qp6n]

Ok ,in your opinion is the ctx3030 better than the gold monster ,just trying to get the best in my budget. Thanks again

[@ChrisRalph]

For gold nuggets, the monster is better. For general coin and relic hunting with some nugget detecting, the ctx3030 is better. I did a video on selecting the right detector for your use. Take a look a that video and it will answer a lot of your questions. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaLanKN-brGNf68

[@jonparker4108]

Thankyou for being so generous with this information

[@ChrisRalph]

You are welcome.

[@elbertdulworth2379]

Thank You Chris for Sharing ! I've been watching more & more of your videos and find them Awesome , books are great but I find your explanations of finding gold Just go's way pass most books , but maybe some of the writer's want you to buy their books , but don't want you to find the big Gold , because they want to be the one's finding it after all they wrote the book's I can say that I will be buying your book Respectfully Elbert Dulworth

[@ChrisRalph]

I think you will enjoy the book. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@hismajestysacha8220]

what would you say is the deepest accurate depth in inches or centimeters which you were able to detect gold with

[@ChrisRalph]

Depends on the size of the gold. Really big pieces would be a couple feet, tiny ones would be a couple inches. In between sizes would be in between the two. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@alfredo1934]

Can i find gold ore with my att garrett pro metal detector. Wanted to know if i can find gold nuggets with att Garret pro metal detector.

[@ChrisRalph]

The AT Pro is really more a detector designed for coins and relics than gold. The gold version is the AT Gold. That said if the gold in the ore is large enough and the specimen close enough to the surface your detector could see it. But the gold has to be good sized - like half a pea or half a bean.

[@07Tallal]

Hey really appreciate your knowledge. What's your take on the Nokta Invenio?

[@ChrisRalph]

Its designed for treasure hunting not really designed for nugget detecting.

[@davidmorgan3022]

Hi Chris, do you have any opinions on a 2 box detector, would appreciate any feedback , Enjoy your videos..

[@ChrisRalph]

They see great depth, but are not sensitive to smaller metal objects, especially nuggets. If you are looking for a big metal treasure box with a cache of hundreds of silver dollars inside, then they are great. If you are looking for nuggets or even single coins in the ground, they are terrible.

[@victorkrstec8694]

Chris, great video, thank you! I have quick question, you did not mention the Gold Bug Pro at 19 kHz, Where would rate this detector?

[@ChrisRalph]

I have a separate video on the GB Pro...

[@guiltygtr6880]

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[@dsmall7777]

Chris, I am looking for the deepest detector to hunt the beaches along the Florida east coast where the 1715 Fleet went down. Occasionally gold coins are discovered on the beach but most are hidden deep in the dry and wet sand. No water hunting bc it is prohibited. I have a White's TBI beach hunter (PI) which is a deep detector but would like your opinion of which detector you would suggest. Thanks, David

[@dsmall7777]

A Minelab GPZ 7000?

[@ChrisRalph]

Large coils add depth, but reduce sensitivity to small objects.

[@SamuelSantos-hx5lh]

Good info., Question aside from metal detecting what phone or mic did you use to make this video great audio...., Thanks 😊

[@ChrisRalph]

A new Camera (Cannon 80D) and a Comica mic mounted on top of the camera. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@argonaught5666]

Hi Chris, what do you think of 3D metal detectors? Also trying to find info on electrical resistivity machines. Need something that can see a vein anomaly at depth. Thanks!

[@ChrisRalph]

Metal detectors will not do what you hope for them.

[@argonaught5666]

@@ChrisRalph I actually wasn't asking about metal detectors I was asking about 3D imaging and ERT.

[@user-ey7od6nm8o]

Just found this video today. Quite great information. Thanks so much.

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertloth3224]

Very entertaining. I doubt I'll ever be able to afford this machine, but I have an old Minelab Eureka Gold that goes surprisingly deep. We are moving back to Reno for good soon, can't wait to get into the Sierras to find old mining camps and streams that have new gold every year. I saved this video and the one you mentioned that compares detectors. It seems as if the 800 is a good machine for relics and coins, may try to get one of those for my wife. There is very little gold here in Missouri, our temporary location. It is easy to hunt for coins and relics, though, since there is hardly any mineralization. Would like to find a Union and Confederate bullet before leaving. There was a lot of Civil War activity near us. Thanks for listening!

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@valeriebourne4258]

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[@Ken_James_SV]

G'day Chris, you will probably have to make a new update video because of the newer GPX6000. The 6000 is finding gold that the 7000 has missed by seasoned prospectors. And it's as easy as the GoldMonster 1000 to use, and just as light! Some 7000 owners are now using the 6000.

[@ChrisRalph]

The 6000 is amazing on tiny gold, but on bigger gold buried deeper, the 7000 is still tops - it is still Minelab's flagship detector. Good on tiny and deep penetrating are two totally different things.

[@Daiguana1]

How deep are you talking about

[@billygraham5589]

I want to get into metal detecting and prospecting. I also want to find relics. More, I want to now find a 3" cast iron sewer drain pipe in my yard and it might be 2 or 3 or 4 feet deep, or a little more. What metal detector can BOTH do a good job for gold prospecting as well as serving such a mundane purpose as finding the 3" cast iron sewer drain pipe in my yard (2 or 3 or 4 feet deep, or more). Anyone have any recommendations. If you have several suggestions, what are the price differences?

[@ChrisRalph]

Its a tough one to do both - like asking for a car that will do 200 miles per hour at a race track but also get 50 miles per gallon driving on the highway. The GPZ with the optional 20 inch coil could do it, but is really expensive.

[@oleandersen3777]

Great video...I hunt with the 7000 and the 2300....great combo wish I could post pics of some nice gold and specimens....thank you for the video

[@ChrisRalph]

Great combination, I use those tow quite a bit myself. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@patrickmay7348]

Hi Chris, I have searched for your book on Amazon and am not finding recent listings. Other options? (Sorry is this has been asked and answered in the past)

[@ChrisRalph]

Asked an answered many times in the last few weeks. Most people get it on Amazon, but unfortunately, at the moment, it is out of stock at Amazon. It will be back in stock at Amazon soon. I am in the process of re-printing the book at the moment. They have all my files and my book is just waiting its turn in line for the printer's schedule. Amazon has a notification set up so that they will send you an email when it is back in stock. Sorry for this delay, but I am working on getting it back in stock as soon as possible.

[@patrickmay7348]

Rock On:) (see what I did there?)@@ChrisRalph

[@ornelasdragon]

Hey Chris I’m considering a White TDI SL, I’m new to metal detecting please help?

[@ChrisRalph]

A good detector, but I've only run a friends unit for a few minutes, so not qualified to comment much on it.

[@erilights7312]

Great chris for a shering the experience thanks

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@etrandomcollection]

Awesome presentation and I have 1 question, is this powerful Detector waterproof? Can you use it along creeks and Rivers? I work in a local mine doing Alluvial Minning using dreges, slices and pans.

[@ChrisRalph]

The coil and cable are waterproof. The electronics box is not water proof.

[@pauly51]

Great video. Thanks for the tips, im in the market for a detector but so many to choose from!

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@somarotaredil]

chris, what is the brand name of that powerful metal detector, I'm interested to have it. thank you.

[@ChrisRalph]

Minelab is the brand name, the model is the GPZ 7000, it is sold all around the world. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@slayinliers9925]

I can't wait to get one thanks..your video is super helpful thanks

[@ukandeugoldpanningadvicean9921]

@@slayinliers9925 The mineiab is massively overpriced and even more massively overrated

[@mbmmurphy2232]

@@ChrisRalph what mine lab model would you recommend in Virginia where I will be using it . The zone im in is the pyrite belt, but i'm on tons of quartz so was looking for something to pick up those gold veins im hard rock no more than 18" deep. I was looking at the Minelab 1000 gold

[@raulcanela5669]

$7000 ,"money talks"

[@manilajohn8083]

Thank you very much Mr. Chris

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@richarddavenport31]

I am retired and want to find gold and treasure and discovering lost history. I am just starting so I want to learn all I can. If its there , I want to find it, using technology,. Your experience is invaluable for me!

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks!

[@dfox344]

Hi Chris. Daniel from San Diego. I have the GM1000 and very happy with it despite the fact that I can only find bullets... lol.. I put aside some money for the 7000 and would like to know if minelab produces improvements for this machine. If buying new, I would hate to get a older shelved unit. Any thoughts.

[@ChrisRalph]

ML did a software update a few years back but have not done one since. I would not bank on much in the way of continuing improvements for the near term.

[@kapil8747]

sir can u please tell me what would be the depth range of Invenio 3d. My requirement is to find out burried treasure under 15 feet to 20 feet deep so kindly suggest any detector that works such deep

[@ChrisRalph]

No metal detector will see that deep.

[@hopeneverdies007]

Hi Chris I from India and I was searching for a channel on metal detectors walah and KZbin just gifted me your channel...I am buying a Chinese ripoff for 20 dillars just to learn detecting.. once I learn how to use a metal detector I'll be upgrading to a better detector... I will follow your channel regularly...

[@ChrisRalph]

All I can say is good luck, seen some pretty sad stories of Chinese knock offs that look great but dont work. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@izzzzzz6]

Good idea. Cheap small coil option. I gotta say these are amazing. I bought one in fair condition for £300 amazing deal. Yet to use it because i need to decide on a coil, it did not come with a working coil.

[@ChrisRalph]

The standard coil is fine.

[@leahsloot8783]

I metal detect in New Zealand, enjoyed your video 👍😁 new subscriber here ❤️

[@ChrisRalph]

I've been to Australia, but never to NZ. Best of luck to you, there is good gold in NZ. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@JavedKhan-sh1bd]

I like u

[@rodneynadeau8707]

love your book thank you. it's awesome .

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@timrussell1559]

Live in virginia so gold is unfortunately in short supply here(i presume anyway) just curious if your expertise with detectors would include general hunting for old coins and relics and what would be the deepest detector available for this purpose. Bought your book b.t.w and it is an incredible resource and very well written. Very happy to subscribe to this channel. Great vid!

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the book. My expertise is really more in hunting gold.

[@eaglesgreen5745]

Hello I'm Simba Angels from Zimbabwe,

[@lifeindetale]

@TimRussell Hello sir, any new information on what is best detector for coins and relics? I have been searching also. I have many boulders/ rocks where I'll be searching and looking for the right setup.

[@raulcanela5669]

I wacth some vid about minelab 4500 upgraded, comparison was equally or uper gpz .some coming?

[@ChrisRalph]

The 4500 goes deep on big gold, but is not as sensitive to small gold as the GPZ.

[@sattarsahak6512]

Dear Chris, I want to buy the most powerful detector for treasure hunting. Which one would you recommend.

[@ChrisRalph]

This is the most powerful, period. but if you need discrimination for your treasure hunting, you need something else. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@peenopiani7209]

Hi dear sir:what about AKS detectors which they tell detects70 meters depth&5km long ditectsion .is it right or lie

[@ChrisRalph]

I believe it to be a lie. My personal opinion.

[@bbartlett344]

Do you know much about depth and penetration of Garrett ATX?. Iv heard its hard to beat for depth. What is your opinion please?. Thanks for informative video :-)

[@ChrisRalph]

It gets good depth but has only fair sensitivity to small objects.

[@abdinoor2515]

What about titan ger 1000 please?

[@bkblackmon1402]

Hi Chris, What would be the best source to find ancient river beds east of the Mississippi River? I'm looking for satellite geological evidence of water flow 500-1000 years ago. Great Job on the videos!👍 Thanks

[@ChrisRalph]

Dont know of such areas in the Appalachian Mts. Midwest gold is mostly derived from glaciers that came down from Canada. Not all states are equal when it comes to gold. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@brianrudolph3594]

Hi Chris, I very much enjoyed your video and you are an excellent speaker who explains and illustrates your facts brilliantly! I am now subscribed to your channel and will buy the book. I have 2 questions for you. Even though I know that you specialize in searching for gold, do you think this detector could detect 25 lbs of gold bars at a maximum depth of 3 feet out in a field away from trash? And do you think this detector could detect a basic metal ammo box at a maximum depth of 3 feet out in a field away from trash? I cannot thank you enough for your time with answering these questions and if you have another detector that you recommend that would be better for searching for the targets mentioned and at that depth, please share with me. Thanks again!

[@ChrisRalph]

I expect that it likely would see it.

[@brianrudolph3594]

@@ChrisRalph Thank you so much for your fast reply! I am leaning in this direction with the 7000! Thanks!

[@mississippispider]

Have you tried the OKM made in germany. Do you know anything about that one

[@ChrisRalph]

No, I am not familiar with it

[@eugenepotton9984]

I liked your video. All your videos are really informative.

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you like them!

[@kcjohncustodio1841]

Sir I like you're vedio? Sir impressive for me but I have no a lot of money!

[@lewismuzunzandare]

Hi Chris Have you tried Whites Goldmaster 24k metal detector? What do you think about it?

[@ChrisRalph]

I did a video in which I talk about it and some other detectors. See: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYWlepaorNiqkLc

[@lewismuzunzandare]

@@ChrisRalph Thanks

[@khanzebmohmand1566]

Amaizing and honest review sir thank you very much

[@ChrisRalph]

My pleasure, thanks for the kind words.

[@khanzebmohmand1566]

@@ChrisRalph you wellcome you deserve more than that sir . Very lack of honesty nowadays

[@raslen1]

Is it goed for treasures under the ground 5 meters ,,, big targets ? Or only for gold nugget ?

[@ChrisRalph]

No metal detector is good for 5 meters. Would you dig 5 meter deep holes to test all the possible things you might see?

[@babalumachete]

Thank you sir, great info

[@ChrisRalph]

You are very welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@chrisw8415]

I have a question for you Chris, if a regular say gold bug Pro had a coil that size wouldn't reach just as deep?

[@ChrisRalph]

There are more factors than just coil size. See my video on how deep your detector will go.

[@davidwalker8359]

What do you think about the Equinox 800? I know you're not a dealer, I don't need a dealer, I already have the 800. I just want to see your input.

[@ChrisRalph]

I've never run one.

[@dota2blendezt686]

Hey ralph, what do you think about Bounty Hunter Discovery 3300??

[@ChrisRalph]

A good coin machine for hunting parks, schools, etc.

[@TRITON6710]

Hi Chris, is there a way to pay and download your book? I am in Argentina, it is easier to dowload

[@ChrisRalph]

No, the book has too many photos and other images for kindle.

[@MrSpotlucy]

hi there do you know how well it perfoms on salt lakes

[@ChrisRalph]

It does have a salt mode those types of conditions. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@fabianwylie8707]

Have a question for you . Whisk the GPX 7000 be a good machine for the beaches ?.

[@ChrisRalph]

Its not the greatest machine in salt.

[@fabianwylie8707]

Chris Ralph, Professional Prospector , oh thought PI metal detectors a normally good in salt , just I have used Eric fosters metal detector back in the later 90. Early 2000

[@ChrisRalph]

The GPZ is not a PI detector, it uses a different technology. It is not a VLF either.

[@hingevaenlane]

Youll know if someone knows what he talks about and ofcourse Chris knows everything about it. After watching your videos I have purchased your book and cant wait to learn more from you. Thank you for your videos. Looking forward for more.

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it.

[@garygibson919]

Does it cost

[@garygibson919]

How much does it cost

[@allansgoldmining]

Thanks for this very informative video Chris ! I've been looking real hard at that detector. Can't convince the "Appropriations Committee" (my wife) to spend the big $$$$ for it. Maybe some day....

[@ChrisRalph]

I understand that issue... You have a pretty cool setup with your trommel. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@dennismacwilliams196]

Did I missed something, what is the metal detecting that you are using. ? Please Help... Thank's

[@ChrisRalph]

GPZ 7000

[@dennismacwilliams196]

Thx

[@jasonezekiel3250]

G'day Chris, I am in Australia, kalgoorlie to be precise, and I currently have a GP Extreme (4 monos of varying sizes 6"-14", an 11" AI, and two DD's of 10" and 14"), I was wondering, given the nature of the areas I've been to, literally trash-laden with old bullets, coke cans, I even once saw a shopping trolly full of decomposing crud in it, half buried! What kind of rig would you personally use in these kinds of areas, and do you have any tips to help me figure out the best coils to use in these kinds of terrains? Generally in those areas, although I know there is gold in the ground, I'm only getting a hit on 1 out of 10 targets, and generally it sounds pretty much the same when detecting aluminium/ironstone/hot rocks/etc. and actual gold nuggets or speccys. Is there a way to improve my results with the gear I have? And if not, what kind of rig would you use in these areas? I love your videos and have found quite a bit of small stuff using a mono 11" and 6" , tracing ancient riverbeds, the areas around abandoned mine sites and flat, unlittered, or lightly littered areas, but since coming from Ballarat region to Kalgoorlie, I haven't found a great deal, so far around 3.8g in the last few months of mainly sub gram alluvials. Any input would be appreciated greatly, thanks. -Zeeke

[@ChrisRalph]

I spent 6 weeks detecting in WA, mostly around Cue and Meekatharra. Without spending a lot more, you are in pretty good shape. Get out off the beaten tracks and explore.

[@jasonezekiel3250]

@@ChrisRalph Thanks for the advice, I will have to broaden my prospect areas in that case, it is a lot different terrain from that of Outback Victoria, I guess it's just a matter of going back to basics and surveying for "tells" on old wagon trails and bush tracks. Thanks for the reply, I was beginning to doubt the effectivity of my rig due to the contrast of results that I have had between W.A. and Vic.

[@ChrisRalph]

Lots of gold in WA. It took me several weeks to get the hang of WA and I was out there every day, all day. But I did eventually get it and did better after that. I think you will get the hang of it in time.

[@jasonezekiel3250]

@@ChrisRalph Yeah it's a good spot but the ground makeup is profoundly different to most other places, I'll keep on trucking, maybe get on one of the prospecting tours up here that take you to proven ground and help acclimatise you to the area, I reckon that might be worth the 200 bucks for the weekend. I have been trying solo out here so far, that worked well in the ballarat region, but not so much out here in kal! Thanks for the advice my friend, and I hope to see you with a 1kg+ speccy soon ;)

[@libraryfiles4470]

How different are the Gpx 4500, GPX 5000 and GPZ 7000?

[@ChrisRalph]

the 4500 and the 5000 are similar, though the 5000 has some good settings the 4500 does not. The 7000 is totally different from the other two. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@robertoconsuegra9921]

Heyy chris first time...😁😜love ur vid

[@ChrisRalph]

Welcome!! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@philippemarsolais9256]

Its gonna detect any metals not Gold only , is the frequency the indicator on what is below ground or sound just not sure with mine . Thanks

[@ChrisRalph]

It will detect all metals and even conductive minerals.

[@philippemarsolais9256]

@@ChrisRalph Thanks for quick response and also for your good tutorials , always pro !!

[@davidadams4940]

I live in Australia and have owned a GPX 5000 ever since it came out and i do fine with it ,i would not buy a 7000 for the main reason it needs deep ground to out perform the 5000 and most of our gold fields are fairly shallow ,sure in the occassional instance of deep 3 feet wash it has the edge or deep reefs that were missed it outperforms but like the states patches and reefs are getting harder to find. I have worked with guys that own the 7000 and at the end of the day they are stuffed ,way unbalanced and cumbersome, and the tally of nuggets was not overly impressive either i would say around 10 - 15 % better on virgin ground ,and old ground that i had worked the 7000 picked up a couple of small nugs but did not really out shine over my 5000 .If i was to buy a 7000 it would only be if i got out of the average prospectors comfort zone and headed 2-3 days drive out where their are no dirt roads just bush and found a large virgin patch with the 5000 first ,GPS the position and go back and hit it with a 7000 but i would not sell my 5000 .Besides the 5000 can be pushed for depth with the rx gain ,also it has many compatible coils for small to large gold,and you can use a d/d coil to disgriminate the iron junk out.In Aus dollars the 7000 is around the 10k mark and the 5000 around 6k. Any way thats my take on this comparison that is my view ,but without doubt minelab are the best around for a gold machine,the 7000 you can turn on and go but to get the best out of the 5000 takes some time and practice but it is a multi functional machine . take care, Dave from AUS .

[@ChrisRalph]

I owned and used a 5000 for years and sold it after running the 7000 for a couple years. Its a matter of budget and opinion if it is worth it to switch from a 5000 to a 7000. The 5000 is a very powerful detector and I found a lot of gold with mine. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@calscottoh]

I just bought the Highbanker and Gold Monster 1000. It's about time I go out Prospecting. I've wanted to for quite a few years now. Maybe from watching all the TV series on finding gold. Especially Gold Rush and the bearing sea. Delivery date is Tuesday.

[@ChrisRalph]

Those are some good choices! Best of luck to you in your efforts.

[@calscottoh]

@@ChrisRalph Thanks

[@Aurum79-196.]

G-Day Chris I just found your vids and have really enjoyed them you have a wealth of knowledge that you share from your own experience that would inspire old and new prospectors. to get out there for the hunt. I am a solo pro in the Pilbara Westen Australia and love nothing better than to chase gold. thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience. the only problem I found is in this video and you are probable know is your coil is back to front unless that's how you like it. Cheers mate and all the best on your next prospecting trip

[@ChrisRalph]

So I put the detector together in my backyard just for the video and wasn't paying enough attention. I don't run it that way in the field. If I'd put it down to run it like that I'd have seen the problem immediately. When I was in WA, I was up around Meekattharra, a ways to the south of your Pilbara county. I was hoping to get up that way but it didn't happen.

[@Aurum79-196.]

I did notice the dirt mark line across the top, so I believe you have had it the right way and hopefully some great nuggets found. I have had my 7000 now for many years it was one of the first I got mine a few months before they were released in prospecting stores. if you ever get back to WA let me know it would be a pleasure to take you out on the leases I prospect. just remember to make it during the cooler time as it gets to 47c this time of year. all the best to you cheers Chris @@ChrisRalph

[@palandasghodeswar6169]

Very nice .I enjoyed your presentation ,Sir .

[@ChrisRalph]

Many many thanks, glad you enjoyed it.

[@paulbaker4248]

I'm in Florida. I've used the 7000 But I truly prefer my ATX deepseeker It does so much better in salt water conditions. Also in Arizona I have a great boot tack collection 😀 lol

[@ChrisRalph]

The 7000 was made for gold. The ATX is a more general machine designed for a variety of uses. Its not nearly as good on gold as the 7000.

[@breckfreeride]

I'm gonna give the regular old atx a try. Found one used for 1/5 price of gpz 7k... Hell that thing costs more than double my last 2 car purchases! Will primarily be working old tailings piles.

[@dredlew]

What would be your daily go to detector if you were to be in a tropical area with fresh water and salt water looking for silver and gold coins? Thank you

[@remegiovillanueva7739]

Please comment on Garrett ATX Pulse Induction All Terrain Extreme if it can complement nicely with MineLab GPZ7000 in terms of "Discrimination" feature. I am up to hunting buried treasures that was supposedly buried rather deeply. So I'd like to know if it would be better to carry them both (MineLab GPZ 7000 and Garrett ATX All Terrain Extreme). And I'd like to thank you for a very informative presentation, - I learn a lot from it. God bless.

[@ChrisRalph]

The 7000 has no discrimination.

[@joeyletourneau8513]

How would you compare it to the gold bug 2 ?

[@ChrisRalph]

They are two very very different detectors. Different in many ways. It would takes pages of writing to cover all the differences.

[@Dunghye]

Hope i can have that powerful detector someday that can go depth. But its imposible because its too expensive. But anayway great video very inspiring ..greating here from philippjnes.

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@romeomercado2938]

Hi Chris how much accurate director i want buy i try used in the phillipines

[@ChrisRalph]

Look for metal detector dealers in the Philippines - they can help you make a purchase.

[@Aluminata]

What is the watts output limit of detectors according to ACCC or ACMA?

[@ChrisRalph]

I'm not sure - probably you can look that up.

[@abrahem87gh]

Hello , Is there a device up to a depth of 3 meters For big goals like treasures

[@ChrisRalph]

No, not really. At 3 meters it would need to be a target larger than 100 Kg.

[@mohammedaljabri43]

Hello sir Thank you for this wonderful presentation video on gold detectors. Could you please let me know how about Gold hunter model ? Regards .

[@ChrisRalph]

Dont know what you mean by gold hunter model, I am not a detector seller.

[@mohammedaljabri43]

@@ChrisRalph sir thank you so much for your reply. I mean what is the best device for depth determination that can give us a signal upto 5 to 6 meters in depth. Best regards..

[@kelvenguard]

I bought a GPZ-7000 in early 2020... I started hunting and finding target just using the GPZ-7000 at first... Then I Short Sticked my GOLD MONSTER 1000 to a 24inch shaft No armrest and 5inch coil and it works great along side the GPZ-7000 after you find a target...

[@ChrisRalph]

I've done something similar where I carry my SDC 2300 to pinpoint targets from the 7000.

[@kelvenguard]

@@ChrisRalph Cool... I'm from Alberta Canada I head out to Bristish Columbia every Summer and been down to Nevada twice... I Found a 12-1/2 Cent Johnnie Coin at the Johnnie Mine, I thought that was cooler than the 3.5 and 2.6 Gold Nugget finds at the Johnnie mine area... Hoping to get back down to Nevada in the Future...

[@kelvenguard]

@@ChrisRalph I love the Gold Monster 1000, I'm buying a second one so I can leave the 1st one short sticked

[@jessaoriel1114]

Here in the Philippine there's alot of gold treasure here but i cant find it where the exact location..hope you have a big heart to lend your gold detector

[@ChrisRalph]

Sorry.

[@Gallardo6669]

Finally a guy who actually shows what he found and talks really knowledgeable

[@ChrisRalph]

Thanks for the kind words and I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@MannyScoot]

I found a BB size gold picker upper at (8) inches using my Garrett AT Max in Arizona ...... crystal clear using Zero mode on Iron disc and Iron Audio... and I didn't pay $5,000 or $7,000 dollars .....

[@ChrisRalph]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@linomorales9529]

Sombody already asked this question and didn't get an answer, is there a gold medal detector that can detect gold items at 5 or 6 feet deep, if so wich brand is it and how much would it cost???

[@ChrisRalph]

What is the size and weight of the target? The size of the target makes a huge difference. A ladies earring weighing a gram or two would only be detected at maybe 8 inches. A solid gold cross weighing 50 pounds would be seen by this detector at 6 feet. A wooden box containing 50 pounds of gold coins might be seen at 3 feet as its the weight of the largest of the largest piece, not the combined weight. If its in a steel box that is large, the box might be seen by the detector at 6 feet. So it is a complex question that cannot be answered the way you asked it. Ignorantly insisting on a simple yes or no answer when I have no idea what you are searching for shows you do not know enough about metal detectors to ask a question like that.

[@linomorales9529]

I don't have any targets in mind, I will be satisfied with whatever gold is detected at that depth and yes I don't have any experience like you with metal detectors, so which brand is ideal for this purpose and how much would it cost me.?????

[@ChrisRalph]

This detector is the GPZ 7000 manufactured by Minelab. Cost is different in different countries, so you find someone who sells this in your country. I do not sell metal detectors.

[@mungufeni]

Thanks so much 🤝 🤝 🤝

[@ChrisRalph]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@SLADE330]

I have a gpz7000. It is good but you still have to work hard for your finds. I think some people think the better the detector the more it will find. 95% of detecting is finding where the gold was, then hoping there is bit left that the old timers missed. They didn’t miss much.😬

[@ChrisRalph]

If it were easy to find, gold would not sell for $1500 US per ounce. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@SaneAsylum]

They missed literal tons. They didn't have drones and satelite imagery to understand ancient hydrology let alone detectors and pinpointers! People find lots on tailing piles so, yeah they missed a ton! There is A LOT of nuanced detector usage too. Digging those whispy faint ghosts. Thinking the detector will just yell "Gold!" at you will lose you lots of gold!

[@BCFalls1]

@@SaneAsylum yep, they only scratched the surface! There is gold in every State waiting to be found.

[@kiflomhymanot3689]

GPZ 7000 Where to by

[@marksholin4835]

hey ralph,could you give me a ball park estimate about how deep you could get a 12 oz. aluminum can with the big coil with the gpz?

[@ChrisRalph]

I would guess around 36 to 42 inches (3 to 3.5 feet). That's a big target. There is a larger accessory coil and I'd guess you'd get over 4 feet with the larger coil.

[@marksholin4835]

thanks ralph for the comment,cant afford a 7000 probly go with a atx or a ctx 3030 for these gold caches that are roughly beer can size give or take.

[@compliancesignone8718]

I really like your work, my friend, but can I do it like you and I would be very happy to know the current price of this Minelab GPZ 7000 machine?

[@ChrisRalph]

I am not a dealer and I do not sell metal detectors. Search for someone selling metal detectors near you.

[@cjslandscapingllc7694]

Hello. Nice video! But the price is way too expensive for my budget. Can you recommend me another good gold detector ? I’m a beginner

[@ChrisRalph]

Take a look at this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3LRY5aJZ7BkgsU

[@hardcore4476]

Nice Nuggets! What state did you find them in?

[@ChrisRalph]

I've found gold in many states - Nevada, California, Arizona, Alaska, etc.