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at max
- Thread starter mike649
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HanoverDigger
Well-known member
Do some research on detectors in that price range... what type of hunting you have in mind... water hunting, dry land hunting....so many to pick and choose from. I'm sure others have opinions as to a better detector in At Max's price range. I'm pleased with mine. Good luck.
It's hard to define what "better" means. I think each individual has to determine for themselves what that means. What I consider a "better" machine might be the exact opposite of what others think. For example, I happen to like the audio on my ATPro, but others think the Minelab "flutey" audio is where it's at. I personally don't like that. Some say the ATMax is heavy, but will praise a light machine that in reality is only 1 or 2 ounces lighter. Some machines feel better balanced than others, but that's subjective too. I have a NEL Storm coil on my ATPro most of the time, and it feels fine to me. I think one of the things working in favor of the ATMax is the company behind it. Their support is excellent.
I would suggest watching as many videos as you can and draw your own conclusions, but remember, some people have hidden agendas and will try to make certain models look bad. For example, doing comparisons, but not properly ground balancing, or intentionally running the sensitivity too low so that the machine comes in last. There are a lot of Garrett fans, and just as many "haters" so take that into consideration too.
Whatever machine you end up with, stick with it and learn it well.
I would suggest watching as many videos as you can and draw your own conclusions, but remember, some people have hidden agendas and will try to make certain models look bad. For example, doing comparisons, but not properly ground balancing, or intentionally running the sensitivity too low so that the machine comes in last. There are a lot of Garrett fans, and just as many "haters" so take that into consideration too.
Whatever machine you end up with, stick with it and learn it well.
doc holiday232
New member
Multi Kruzer.
OregonGregg
Well-known member
doc holiday232 said:
+1
It’s horses for courses, I have very recently bought the at max while already owning an at pro.
I could have bought a Kruzer or waited a little while for an equinox. I even considered a deus, but nailed my colours to the Garret mast because I like the fact I don’t have to have a physics degree or attend a skills school to understand how to use it. I really like the fact it uses user replaceable batteries and not built in batteries that mean it has to go to a dealer for replacement when they degrade. And I can carry spares for if for some reason I forget to recharge them. Most of all I like the fact that if I walk over it it will find it.
I do like the look of the slightly lighter detectors with the smaller flatter control boxes but I could not have that and the 4 aa battery option I prefer, so I chose function over form.
I think all detectors in your price range will do a good job it’s more about what detector is best for you. Like in any hobby there is some kit snobbery, someone said on another thread they wish the max and pro did not look so similar to the ace range. I can only assume not only do they want to have Garrett top end kit but they also want to be seen to be using top end kit, Which is fine.
Do your research and go with what you decide is best for you.
I could have bought a Kruzer or waited a little while for an equinox. I even considered a deus, but nailed my colours to the Garret mast because I like the fact I don’t have to have a physics degree or attend a skills school to understand how to use it. I really like the fact it uses user replaceable batteries and not built in batteries that mean it has to go to a dealer for replacement when they degrade. And I can carry spares for if for some reason I forget to recharge them. Most of all I like the fact that if I walk over it it will find it.
I do like the look of the slightly lighter detectors with the smaller flatter control boxes but I could not have that and the 4 aa battery option I prefer, so I chose function over form.
I think all detectors in your price range will do a good job it’s more about what detector is best for you. Like in any hobby there is some kit snobbery, someone said on another thread they wish the max and pro did not look so similar to the ace range. I can only assume not only do they want to have Garrett top end kit but they also want to be seen to be using top end kit, Which is fine.
Do your research and go with what you decide is best for you.
Dave_E
Troll
Looking at price points and comparing features, I'd definitely go with a Makro Multi Kruzer or Minelab Equinox 600 over the AT Max.
I'm a Garret fan but the Max isn't going to match up against these in performance or feature set. Garrett seems to have better customer service than Minelab, but Makro/Nokta also has great customer service.
I "MIGHT" even choose the Whites MX Sport over the AT Max.
I'm a Garret fan but the Max isn't going to match up against these in performance or feature set. Garrett seems to have better customer service than Minelab, but Makro/Nokta also has great customer service.
I "MIGHT" even choose the Whites MX Sport over the AT Max.
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calabash digger
Guest
yeah its called the equinox and it smokes the doors off the at max.. I'm testing one now and have tested the max too. The max shouldn't even be mentioned in the same sentence as the equinox. really! Ask sponsors and you will get a better than sticker price on the 800 Remember I'm a deus user....not a minelab fanboy but its a great machine from what I can tell.
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calabash digger
Guest
lively debate