Headphones or not?

[Anonymous]

I was just reading Doug from Iowa's latest newsletter and there are some great detecting tips by Paul Melkus. But one states "Always wear headphones." I always wore headphones for a while, but then got tired taking them off every time I started to dig. I could see wearing them if I was near traffic or in another noisy place, but most of the time I'm out in the middle of nowhere. I have pretty good hearing and can hear the faint beeps. Any feedback on the real value of headphones verus that loud little speaker installed on my Tesoro?

 

[Anonymous]

They are not needed all the time. I can turn my tesoro's so I can hear anything from the speaker that i could from phones.
I think alot has to do with also blocking out background noise. if you at a beach the surf would dron out dep signals.....also being in the woods with all the leaves and branches I ahve to use em because the crunching of leaves and brush makes it difficult to hear.
however out in AZ gold hunting I did not want em on completely as we ran into rattlers quite often.
The last issue I can think of is the detector....some detectors have very weak audio....and even with headphones they are still low. Now the Umax machines are not one of em.....you can hear a umax turn on from a mile away.
So...it is a preference...I use headhones most of the time....except with a umax as I don't need em usually.
Scott

 

[Anonymous]

Maine Scott covered most of it, but other than that, using headphones saves on the batteries.
Also, if a short cord is the only problem, head down to Radio Shack. They have plug-in cord extenders. But don't buy the cheapest cheesiest one to save a buck or two -- they don't hold a tight connection well and they just end up shorting out all over the place.
Scot

 

[Anonymous]

I say wear them, the better you get with your detector the more they become essential! I use Original Grey Ghost and they are good! Bought them from DetectorDepot.com/Terry, He can give you a good deal. I got a hit on a piece of aluminum that seemed so good........beside it was a 1930 penny: so-slight change in signal made me curious. I'd never have heard that with my detector only. Its your choice/more finds for me. By the way I just found an 1857 dime about an hour ago. <img src="/metal/html/lol.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=":lol">

 

[Anonymous]

I ALWAYS wear headphones. You might THINK you have great hearing, but the real subtle signals are easier to hear with headphones. Another advantage is that your batteries will last longer. I can't figure out why you need to take off the headphones to dig a target <img src="/metal/html/confused.gif" border=0 width=15 height=22 alt=":?"> do your headphones have a really short lead? I don't know anyone who takes off their phones to dig <img src="/metal/html/confused.gif" border=0 width=15 height=22 alt=":?">