NCtoad
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Here is where I will post info on Equinox 800 model.
Here's what I have planned. No videos period.
I just don't do videos, nothing to do with Equinox.
Compare depth performance on freshly buried targets both higher and lower. Comparing multi freq to all single freqs.
Will be comparing Deus 11" coil to the Equinox 11" coil.
For separation, 3D unmasking. Depth.
Depending on what I see may compare to Deus 9" LF coil.
As well as Deus 9" round HF coil.
Need to compare using headphones with and without module to see lag effects maybe for separating or unmasking challenging scenarios.
Depth comparisons on undisturbed target will be compared to the mighty XS explorer. Would like to compare moreso on deeper copper or silver coin.
What are the tendencies are fas as Equinox reporting detectable yet challenged target.
May have to cheat and find a few with Deus I think are challenged and then see what Equinox tells me.
How sensitive is coil height for actual detecting mid depth targets.
How does the disc interact settings wise to how good or bad Equinox separtates/unmask.
Accuracy of ID as depth progresses downward, and how does tone carry on.
How or what disadvantages does notch bring.
Will be do comparing not weight but actual feel (nose heaviness) compqring Deus with various coils. This should give folks who already have Deus a good idea of what to expect should they purchase.
It should prove interesting.
I will post here on the forum in my own thread. Folks can definitely ask questions, give their opinions, etc.
Folks can read at their own risk.
It will be the good, bad, and the ugly if noted.
I am beholden to no one.
Will give accurate assessment.
Will see if any advantages besides possible emi does single frequency operation provide.
Ground mineral levels will always be reported.
Do have fresh water beach to take unit to for gee whiz.
If folks are expecting info from me for salt water beach, ocean performance, you had better look elsewhere.
Coin and relics will be mostly what I talk about.
I will play with some jewelry both ring sized and smaller and report on.
Other detectors that will likely be commented on due to my comparing.
Rutus Alter 71
Nokta Impact
Will take a while, my posting will be steady weather permitting.
Folks should remember my soil in my area not the easiest to detect in, medium mineralized to higher in most places.
I couldn't care less who reads my info or who buys or doesn't buy Equinox.
Will I keep my Equinox?
Depends.
If it don't help me in detecting -No.
If my info helps folks so be it.
I think we will start with time to see some parallels with different folks reporting, as far as what they say.
I will be monitoring other folks Equinox videos, if I see something pertinent that is not pointed out or discussed that I have direct knowledge of due to my Equinox use I will talk about.
At the same time, if Impost some thing that someone finds strange or squirrely base on THEIR Equinox use by all means bring it up.
Btw I do have CTX and MxSport experience.
You likely will here me mention them too when talking about Equinox.
So with time, depending on my experiences and others too, Equinox will be assigned a spot in the hierarchy of detectors. Price should be a factor too when placing.
You are far more likely to hear me say some thing negative about Equinox vs a treasure hunting magazine review- if something negative exists. No detector is perfect. May have been, should have been Minelab's goal, but realistically it will have some weaknesses. We will hopefully find these out.
The question for interested parties will be are these weakness(Es)/negative things some thing folks can live with should they buy.
Key for me is to be objective when using and testing.
My intention is not to do a hit job on Equinox.
I will post photos.
If you see me post a photo, I am doing for good reason good or bad. Folks might should really study and read up on how I describe/talk about. REMEMBER I have done a lot of test with Deus, so I will be really honing in on Equinox's reactions and behavior.
Some folks may be interest yet not committed to Equinox.
Hopefully my info will help you with your decision.
If and when I arrive at a point where I am satisfied with unlocking Equinox.
Mr Choppadude, will be offered my unit to use, review for a period.
His review I think is valued here on this forum greatly.
The least I can do.
If Choppadude for whatever reason doesn't accept this offer.
Then I will pick someone else from this forum who I think can do an objective review of detector.
Digger027 is right now on my list. As his soil is hot, would be a great setting for Equinox. Mud-puppy is another good one. He water hunts. We'll see.
Don't have Equinox yet.lol
Even though I have an 800EQ coming, I'll be looking forward to your review.