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MXT was going to be my machine until I read some of these posts.

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I thought I had decided on the MXT as my machine. I want depth readings, tone ID, and the ability to discriminate out iron (notching I guess). I also had heard that the VDI was helpful. Now I don't know what to do. Any advice from some real users (not dealers or White detector haters).
Thank you.
 
Craig,
Since this is a Whites MXT Forum doubt if you will run across a White's detector hater here... <img src="/metal/html/lol.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=":lol">
To me notching is removing middle readings as with the MXT VDI's. Lets say you want to remove all pull-tab readings from 22-37 but want to read the VDI's lower and higher. That would be notching. The MXT does not do that but other White's detectors do.
The MXT does not tone ID multiple VDI readings but does give two distinct tones for high and low readings depending on the mode you are in. I personally would love the MXT to give true tone ID as well but it doesn't.
The MXT can remove iron audible readings etc. by usage of your descimination readings. You can either listen for your targets, view the VDI readings or do both.
I have not personally had experience with other detectors but I am sure others with knowledge in this area will respond.
What I can tell you is that the MXT is easily learned and it's performance for me has been fantastic. I know user's of machines that you have to down load programs or they even write their own programs, etc. Most say the preset factory settings work just as well. If you want to spend time learning this type of technology you may. I personally prefer picking up a machine that works well and is easily learned.
You sound like you may be into relic hunting since depth is a major issue. In that case there are after market coils that many state work well with the MXT.
Whatever your choice I think you are on the right track. You are checking out machines from Forums and gathering facts. Eventually you will have to make that final decision and when you do you will probably find something about your new machine you wish was different... <img src="/metal/html/confused.gif" border=0 width=15 height=22 alt=":?">
The MXT is a great machine for the price.
Whatever choice you make I wish you well and HH,
Johnny B
 
Craig,
I am a Whites dealer too, but mainly a detectorist for the last 31 years. I want a detector that works for me and if it dont why would I want to sell it to anyone I know. I have tried many differnt detectors and some are OK, some have such and long learning curve and love rusty nails too.
In order to try a new Minelab Sovereign I had to become a dealer or buy from the only mail order dealer at the time which was Kellyco. I called them and was not happy that they couldnt tell me much about it or answer question, but sure wanted to sell me one, so I became a dealer. Best thing I did as these have done well for me witht he Sunray Accessories. I needed a good detector for my wife and got a used IDX Pro that was very good and did well for her. When the MXT came out I wanted to try one of them too, so I was able to buy a new one from Jim Mc Cullogh that post on these fourm as he was highly recomended. First day it was differnt as I was used to all the differnt tones, but found relic mode to have the 2 tones, low tones for disc out target and a high tone for targets not disc out. Now I just had to listen for the high or low tones and glance at the meter to see if i wanted to dig or not as I found the VDI to be very accruate. I found I could go faster too as that tone was what I would listen for, then check the ID. I was digging quarters at 8-9 inches that gave the high pitch and the number would fluxuate a bit, but knew it was a good target. I was so impressed with the MXT I became a dealer in Whites too as this was a detector that I was proud to sell as it does what I wanted it to do. It is the best Whites I have ever used and has depth like I never got before with any Whites. For me there is a learning curve, but a short one that you can learn just by using it. This MXT is my Wifes detector now with the Sunray Probe and the 6X9 inch coil and she has got better finds than she has in the last 20 years with the MXT.
The MXT is a great detector for those that understand no detector is perfect, no detector will only get the goodies and not the trash and with any detector you have to learn it and understand it to become good with it. Also you have to use this detector like you would your car, if the road is bad you cant run wide open so you wouldnt run wide open in a trashy area the MXT and only what it can handle. Most cases I can run 9 on gain and it is rare to run in a + number other than to check a weak signal.
Like I say I am a Whites dealer up here in ND and can only sell localy, but if the MXT didnt do what I wanted it to do and that is finding deeper coins and giving a good ID I sure wouldnt be selling them.
Rick
 
Craig, I am not a dealer and I do not represent any specific product. I just like to metal detect and am always eager to try new "toys". With that said, I will state that Johnny B made some <STRONG>excellent</STRONG> comments about the MXT in his reply to you. Great analysis. I say, if you want to combine coin/jewelry hunting with relic hunting and prospecting, then the MXT is your #1 candidate. HOWEVER, if you don't need all three of those potential modes of operation, a variety of machines offer depth readings, tone ID, and the ability to discriminate out iron. Post what it is you intend to do with it and maybe someone can provide more information. HH
 
using detectors for almost 30 years and I have had
them all but a Nautilus. At this point in time, I haven't found a machine that I prefer over an MXT.
Sure there are deeper machines but the mixed-audio
in the relic mode is AWESOME. I relic hunt 99% of the
time but when I coin hunt, I leave it in the relic
mode and turn the disc. right below a nickel and
dig everything. To date, I have not seen a small
coil work any better than the little DD that White's
has, on any machine. Processor speed is a major
factor too, since target info is almost spontaneous,
on the ID and in the audio. Hard to give up once you
get used to it. (XL Pro would be my second choice)
Best to you, Richardntn
 
This forum is great. You all have been very helpful to me. Thank you very much.
 
... talk the whole matter over with a knowledgable White's Dealer who will ask you about your realistic detecting needs, your detecting conditions, your budget, etc., and who will give you a totally unbiased opinion, and NOT try to "sell" you on the wrong machine. It may well be that the Prizm IV is perfectly suited for your needs. Then again, it might be that the MXT is really the proper machine for you. Expert advice is extremely important. One thing to keep in mind is that, if the Prizm IV is the machine for you, for less then the difference in price between the two, you can buy a whole lot of cool accessories, such as the Prizm 950 coil, Bullseye Probe, headphones, carrying case, diggers, books, etc. Hope this helps; HH Jim
 
hey craig i am NOT a whites dealer just a member of joe public i use both the mxt and the dfx with the full range of coils these two machines combined give me a far higher OVERALL FINDS RATE than any machines i have used in the last thirty years if you have any doubts look at my earlier post and see what i dug in a hour and a half session with the mxt and this was on a 100x100 yard field that was already littered with someone elses holes ;the proof of the pudding is in the eating it just takes time to digest it properly
 
of many pull tabs that are conductively HIGHER than the US 5
 
Craig, I am a member of a prospecting club in georgia and we have club sponsored coin hunts along with gold prospecting and turkey shoots and other functions of pure enjoyment of american freedom. I went out saturday on the field where the hunts are held, this field is pounded hard all the time by various detectors.We go over it time and time again looking for the coins that were missed during the official hunts. Well I found two silver rosies in that field saturday while two other guys were there, one guy had a talking garret that was very anoying because he didn't have headphones and the other guy had some off brand that I didn't really pay attention to. The dimes that i found were right below the surface but they were probably passed over because they had iron junk next to them. I was using an MXT with a 5.3 eclipse coil and was getting good target seperation. I knew that there was alot of iron junk that could be masking the coins in that area. I am sold on the MXT because I am a prospector and coin shooter and relic hunter. I mostly use the relic mode and have not gotten the hang of the prospecting mode yet BUT, for a newbee you could buy an MXT and after reading the manual, go out and start detecting in the c/j mode and be successful right off the bat. Read these and other forums and you will learn alot about that machine, the more you know your machine the better you will do. I would recommend the MXT to anyone who wants a do it all machine because it does it all. THAT IS MY BIASED OPINION. SCOTT <img src="/metal/html/wink.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=";)">
 
others would respond with more knowledge than me and none of you have let me down. Great post by all.
Johnny B
 
Thanks again everyone.
Is the two tone audio only available in the relic mode? What noises are there in the coin/jewelry mode?
Notching may not be so critical if the VDIs are accurate and the processing is fast. I don't know because I don't have the machine yet.
I did order one yesterday, however, because you have all been so helpful.
Craig
 
Hey Craig, I agree with Johnny B that I wish the pull tap notch was more reliable, and that if you make a claim you should be able to back it up with results. Whites said that you could completely notch out the pull tabs in the trigger forward position but you cant. The MXT is so high tech that I do not believe that this issue has been raised before. It is "ahead of the loop" as far as metal detector technology has gone before, and I think it has raised a whole new set of issues never before raised. Its depth, choice of three different modes (practically three different detectors), multiple I.D.'s to give you the best chance of digging what you want to dig. I look forward to whatever Whites comes up with in the future. The MXT is a wonderful detector. You will have a lot of fun with it. It reminds me of a living creature that will adapt to its surroundings. You have to be willing to put in the time to learn its ins and outs. It is a fun machine and you will be a step ahead of the future of metal detecting if you learn to use this machine.
 
Hey,
If you are a Newbie, the MXT is a great machine to get you out digging. I have used mine for mostly Relic hunting and have had some very good results. I have dug .58 cal bullets at 10 inches. I also dug a nice Union Coat button at 7 inches.
My MXT has also performed very well at the beach. Found a few rings and lots of coins.
Out of the box, the MXT has a very easy learning curve. I don't think you can go wrong with a MXT.
George In AL
 
I love my MXT and will never part with it. I have reached several of my goals with it this year.
 
that I use it more than my DFX that I bought to replace it with as my main detector. The DFX is awesome too, but I am so comfortable with the MXT, and I find sooooo much with it, I just can't put it down!!
Rich
 
When I found out it can detect marbles, I quickly called and ordered one! <img src="/metal/html/smile.gif" border=0 width=15 height=15 alt=":)">
 
"I agree with Johnny B that I wish the pull tap notch was more reliable, and that if you make a claim you should be able to back it up with results. Whites said that you could completely notch out the pull tabs in the trigger forward position but you cant. "
I wish it were true, but since pull tabs come in various flavors and straddle the nickel, you'd need a notch so wide that you'd miss out on nickels and some gold too. Who would want to use such a notch? <img src="/metal/html/confused.gif" border=0 width=15 height=22 alt=":?">
 
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