These tones have been improved from the ACE 150s to provide ‘pulse width modulation,’ which results in cleaner, more sensitive audio. A low tone, like iron, shows poor conductivity, while a high one like a coin implies higher conductivity. However, there’s every chance you’ll be venturing onto private land, so you will definitely need permission from the landowner first, or you could forfeit anything you find. A recently ploughed field is the best place to start since the topsoil has just been turned and the ground is soft enough to dig. Amazingly, you won’t need to dig too deep either because, as some experts have pointed out, a ring or coin lost on the surface around 100 to 200 years ago will only sink between 3cm and 20cm over time.

To celebrate Garretts 55th anniversary we are offering Garrett complete anniversary metal detecting kits which include a metal detector, pinpoint probe, find box, headphones and more, perfect as a gift for someone or to start you off in the hobby. Overall this is an easy machine to use to the point that my 10-year-old got the hang of it within 5-10 minutes. I didn’t want to take the paper instruction leaflet out so some memorisation was required, though to be fair, it’s fairly intuitive once you’ve grasped the basic set-up and the machine can be used straight out of the box on its factory pre-sets. The Garrett Euro Ace was made with the conditions of European soil in mind, so it performs well in many conditions.The Garrett ACE 150 is the lowest priced in Garrett’s range but the overall design is the same as their pricier models. If however you want a well-priced reliable metal detector with quality build this is the best around for the low-to-middle price point. Features and Benefits of the Garrett ACE 300 Controls

Three tones indicate what metal you’ve found. High pitched noises mean its most likely a coin whereas low tones can signal a nail for example. As a further aid, you also get three types of audio tone – low for ferrous objects like nails, a mid tone for stuff like silver foil wrappers and a bell-like tone for more precious metals like silver and gold. The Ace 400i also features an ‘iron tone’ button that can be engaged to discriminate between a bottle top with iron in it and a valuable coin. With the iron tone button deployed, a buzzing tone is emitted on the edges of the target area to let you know a dig ain’t worth a dime. Finally, once you’ve located a target, tap the pinpoint button and it will emit a long tone that increases in volume when directly above the item. I think fixed ground balancing is a good idea. It’s really intimidating in the early days and you’ll spend more time fiddling with the controls than experiencing the excitement of a treasure hunt.Metal detecting is something that should be accessible to everyone! However, most detectors have significant disparities between price, features, and user-friendliness. The Garrett ACE 250 aims to solve those issues by providing you with important features at an entry-level price.

Most of the control box is taken up with the Target ID which shows you what conductivity metal you’ve found and the depth of your target. Let’s have a look at a video by US detectorist “Treasure Outdoors” where he compares both detectors on a buried 14k gold ring. These tests do have their merits and are useful but aren’t conclusive. Keep off heavily mineralised ground and saltwater and use the sensitivity setting to help you out if it’s struggling. As a beginner there’s enough tech to keep you occupied without adding more faff.One thing to say at this point is that this type of technology at this price point is unprecedented. Before the launch of the Equinox detectors, this would of been unheard of. It’s a beginner’s model but it has plenty enough features to keep you interested for years, even experienced detectorists would find this a productive machine because it finds metal just as it’s supposed to. Max had to dig a larger hole than necessary to find his target. He found that scanning the removed soil helped locate the find, but there was more mess and faff than necessary.

Any other ground is fair game and this top-notch piece of kit will help you find all kinds of metal while ignoring the trash. What Will The ACE 300 Find?

It’s all labelled and the display is clear – although in bright sunlight you’ll be squinting. The main buttons are mode, discrimination, and sensitivity and they work on a plus and minus toggle. There are iron audio and frequency adjust buttons too. Garrett released ACE 300 in 2016, as a middle option between ACE 200 and ACE 400. The brand described ACE 300 as “A powerful performer at a bargain price”, which is totally true. ACE 300 is a combination of features and functions which are more advanced than in ACE 200, less complicated than in ACE 400, with the price range between the two. The main differences are No Iron Audio (ACE 400 has it), adjustable Notch Discrimination, Garrett ACE 300 frequency 8 kHz with frequency shift option (medium frequency within the lineage), and 7×10 inches concentric search coil (medium size). Garrett 300 ACE is powered by 4 AA batteries, has 2 years warranty, and is pretty lightweight. This new Garrett ACE 300 review will tell you more details. Control Box This particular model runs on a 6.5 kHz frequency. It’s a suitable frequency for finding coins, jewelry, and other metals with good conductivity. 2. Multiple Sensitivity Levels Finally, the Vanquish has an “Iron Bias” adjustable function which the Ace Apex doesn’t. When Minelab first launched their Multi IQ system, this function was included right at the last minute.