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Minelab Gold Monster 1000 Metal Detector

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Overview

The Minelab Gold Monster 1000 is widely regarded as the ultimate "turn-on-and-go" gold machine, expertly bridging the gap between beginner simplicity and professional-grade performance. At its core, the detector utilizes a high-frequency 45 kHz VLF engine paired with a sophisticated 24-bit signal processor. This powerful combination provides exceptional sensitivity to small gold nuggets that other machines might miss, while simultaneously maintaining excellent stability in mineralized soils. Whether you are searching dry washes, tailing piles, or bedrock cracks, the machine's ability to filter out noise and false signals allows you to focus entirely on the hunt rather than tweaking complex settings.

Designed for maximum efficiency, the Gold Monster 1000 features a fully automatic operation that handles ground balance, sensitivity, and noise cancellation in real-time. The clear, intuitive "Gold Chance Indicator" provides a visual gauge of target probability, helping you make quick, informed digging decisions by distinguishing between gold and ferrous trash. With its lightweight, collapsible shaft and rain-proof control box, it is an incredibly practical, go-anywhere tool for prospectors who demand high recovery rates in diverse ground conditions without the usual setup guesswork.

Specifications

Specification Details
Technology 45 kHz VLF (Ultra-Wide Dynamic Range)
Detect Modes Gold (Iron Reject), Deep All-Metal
Ground Balance Automatic (Easy-Trak)
Noise Cancel Automatic (on start-up)
Sensitivity Adjust Manual (1–10), Auto (11), Auto+ (12)
Discrimination Gold Chance Indicator (High/Low)
Volume Control Manual (1–6)
Display Monochrome LCD
Weight 1.33 kg (2.94 lbs) (excluding battery)
Length Collapsed: 94.4 cm (37.2 in); Extended: 138.2 cm (54.4 in)
Waterproof Coil: Up to 1 m (3 ft); Control Box: Rain/Splash-proof
Battery Options Rechargeable Li-Ion (included) or 8 x AA Batteries
Audio Output Internal speaker or 3.5 mm (1/8") headphones
Warranty 2 Years (Control Box and Coil)

What's Included in the Box

  • Minelab Gold Monster 1000 Control Box
  • GM10 Coil: 10" x 6" Double-D Elliptical search coil
  • GM05 Coil: 5" Double-D Round search coil
  • Wired Headphones
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack
  • Replaceable AA Battery Carrier
  • Universal AC Charger & Car Battery Cable
  • Rod-to-coil Adapter
  • Minelab Digging Shovel
  • Getting Started Guide

Note: Package contents may vary.

Shipping & Returns

Most items ship within 24 hours (except holidays and weekends). Free shipping on orders over $99. No sales tax outside Texas. Financing available at checkout.