Is the Manticore worth it over the Equinox 800?

The Manticore adds more transmit power, the 2D Target ID map and finer audio control. If you hunt trashy or mineralized ground and dig by ID, it gives you more to work with. Casual hunters may not need the extra depth of settings.

How does it compare with the Minelab CTX 3030?

Both are flagship multi-frequency detectors with target trace-style ID. The Manticore is lighter and uses Multi-IQ+ with selectable single frequencies, while the CTX 3030 is a heavier FBS machine with GPS. Choose the Manticore for weight and modern target ID.

What coils come in the box?

This package includes the M8, M11 and M15 waterproof Double-D coils. The M8 is for tight, target-dense ground, the M11 for everyday hunting and the M15 for deep searching over open areas.

Can it be used on wet sand and in shallow water?

Yes. It has four dedicated Beach modes and the coils are waterproof. The control pod is not designed to be submerged, so keep it above water.

Does it have a rechargeable battery?

It runs on an internal rechargeable battery pack charged over USB. Runtime is long enough for a full day of hunting, and the pack is replaceable.

Is it good for gold prospecting?

It has a dedicated Goldfield mode and selectable high single frequencies, so it can find small gold. It is a capable all-rounder rather than a purpose-built gold machine.

Where can I buy the Minelab Manticore Metal Detector with M15 and M8 Coils?

12 stores we checked sell it, including A & B Prospecting Supplies, High Plains Prospectors, Minelab USA, Serious Detecting, Cabela's.

Minelab Manticore Metal Detector with M15 and M8 Coils

Q: Where is the Minelab Manticore Metal Detector with M15 and M8 Coils cheapest?

At A & B Prospecting Supplies, for $1,499.00, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Minelab Manticore Metal Detector with M15 and M8 Coils?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 54 ratings.

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What reviewers say

5 / 554 ratings

Rated 5 out of 5 from 54 ratings, owners treat the Manticore as a top-tier detector. They praise its target separation, stable IDs in mineralized ground and the flexibility of the three coils. The main complaints are the learning curve and the weight of the big coil.

What people mention

Target IDPraisedOwners say the 2D ID map and Target Trace make dig-or-not calls easier in trashy ground.
DepthPraisedUsers report good depth on coins and relics, especially with the large coil.
Learning curveCriticisedReviewers say the many modes and audio settings take weeks to master.
WeightMixedThe detector balances well, but the large coil tires the arm on long hunts.
Beach usePraisedOwners find it stable on wet sand and in saltwater conditions.

About the Minelab Manticore Metal Detector with M15 and M8 Coils

The Minelab Manticore is a metal detector that uses Multi-IQ+ simultaneous multi-frequency technology. It transmits up to 50% more power than Minelab's traditional Multi-IQ detectors. A two-dimensional Target ID map and Target Trace show detailed information about a buried target before you dig.

This package includes three waterproof Double-D search coils with protective skid plates. The compact M8 is built for small targets, iron-contaminated ground and tight spaces. The M11 is the general-purpose coil for parks, fields, beaches and shallow water. The large M15 covers more ground and searches deeper in open areas.

The three-piece carbon-fiber shaft collapses for transport. The detector has a full-color LCD screen, a backlit keypad, a control-pod flashlight and proportional handgrip vibration. It is fully waterproof to 16 feet, so you can search on land or underwater. Minelab ML 105 wireless headphones are included.

Technology

Multi-IQ+ simultaneous multi-frequency

Single frequencies

5, 10, 15, 20 and 40 kHz

Search modes

5 All-Terrain, 4 Beach, Goldfield, plus a customizable user profile

Sensitivity

1 to 35

Target ID

0 to 99 with ferrous indication

Target display

Two-dimensional ID map with Target Trace