Garrett ACE APEX Review: What You Should Know About it.

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Garrett ACE APEX Review: What You Should Know About it. In this video I get my hands on the new APEX courtesy of Fort Bedford Metal Detectors. I answer a lot of the questions you asked about as well as VDI number testing, depth testing and more. The APEX is not for everyone but for those looking to try a Garrett or who are just getting into metal detecting the the APEX could be what you are looking for. Its probably the best ACE machine Garrett has made. Here are some of the questions I'll be answering in this video:
Whats in The Box?
How much Does The APEX Cost?
Who is The Machine Made For? (beginners? advanced users?, middle of the road?)
Is The APEX Easy to Setup?
Is The APEX a Replacement for the AT PRO, Gold, or Max?
Is It Waterproof?
Whats Up With This Weird Viper Coil?
Doe the APEX Work on The Beach
Target Separation Test
What Does it Sound like?
Depth Tests
and more questions!
Professional Photos/video clips shot by Jon Lupro
Plus! I'll be hunting with the APEX on one of my special permissions to see if I can find anything with it!
As promised in the video here is the link to my article that contains the results of my VDI and depth testing. mentalmetaldetecting.com/what...
Interesting in getting the Garrett ACE APEX? Fort Bedford Metal Detectors carries them and all the accessories you will need. They also carry the Minelab Vanquish and Notkta Makro Simplex. Fort Bedford is my vendor of choice and that’s where I get all my metal detecting gear. Give Keith Leppert a call at 814-215-1732 or visit his website www.fortbedfordmetaldetectors... If you are looking at other machines, coils, accessories etc., Fort Bedford is the place to go. Tell them Scott from Mental Metal Detecting sent you!
If you are new to metal detecting and need help, I have just the place for you. I have a section for beginners on my website that will save you a lot of time when you are first starting out. Check it out here: mentalmetaldetecting.com/
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@wandlbaker 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I like the way you did it with - HERE ARE THE FACTS. Thanks

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked William. You will see more of this format for my reviews. Thanks again!

@matthewshipley1428 3 жыл бұрын

Sent mine back already. It's an iron eating monster. Iron up against a coin, will mask the coin completely on baseline setting. If you notch it right for unmasking, you can only hit it from 2 sides. That is 50% chance of not getting a "dig me" tone. FWIW, my 30yr old White's Eagle II sl hit from all four sides in the same test, on baseline search mode. If it was possible 30yrs ago, by now that separation capability should be baseline for all machines @ the $400-$500 mark, and up. Today, that is just like my coaches always said...fundamentals! fundamentals! fundamentals! That's how you win games! Garrett didn't practice fundamentals. Had they, EVERYONE would have been hooked on this machine, because otherwise, it was super nice/fun. I Ordered a Nox 800...

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I hear what you are saying but don't expect the NOX to hit all 4 sides for a separation test cos it won't either. Great comment thanks for sharing. Good luck with the Nox 800 its a great machine I enjoy mine.

@matthewshipley1428 3 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal I imagine it will do it more often than never...which seems to be the Apex result unfortunately.

@thomasknapp6403 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, way to chatery. Numbers way to jumpy. Very few times do I know if I should dig or not.

@matthewshipley1428 3 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal Got the Nox...get the solid it from 2 a sides and get a scratchy jumpy hit from the other. NOT a solid iron grunt like the Apex...so with the Nox, there is at least an indication to investigate further. Plus, it is WAY deeper.... Also it's not a $500 machine. Apex is a damn good ACE machine...it is not next level though.

@willardbulger6642 3 жыл бұрын

WAS

@johnhoover749 2 жыл бұрын

Keeping it simple is the key to running the Nox 600 and 800.You help keep it simple.Thank you.

@MentalMetal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I appreciate that!

@KernowekTim 3 жыл бұрын

I really like the simplicity of operation. A good neoprene control box cover for showers is a must, I think, and be bloody careful your kids don't drown it in the creek or at the seaside. Great review man; really top-drawer video. Stay safe, and thank you.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Yes a good waterproof cover would be a great add on. Thanks for sharing.

@samagnetfisher8405 3 жыл бұрын

As alwys a great vlog 👌 educational as alwys.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jerrydineen2827 3 жыл бұрын

That was a really good review Scott. I'm like you, I have no intention of buying one. I have 10 detectors and always go for my Nox 800!

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jerry yeah, I would to own 1 of everything but realistically I don't think there is a better machine out there right now the Nox 800 is really that good. Thats so hard for me to admit too LOL.

@andynunez9153 3 жыл бұрын

Good review. It has pretty good depth. If it had come out about six months earlier I probably would have gotten one, it's not a bad machine. Thanks!

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy, I think you made the right choice overall.

@texasgulfcoastmd8977 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. I would like to see some beach review with it. Take care and stay safe.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

There is a good beach video link in my article that covers, surf, dry, and wet sand. There are others out there too but I liked the one I linked in the article: mentalmetaldetecting.com/what-you-should-know-about-the-garrett-ace-apex/

@thomasknapp6403 3 жыл бұрын

N.y. detetector reviews it on beach

@texasgulfcoastmd8977 3 жыл бұрын

@@thomasknapp6403 Yes sir i watched it. Thank you

@Silvertoburn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@WayIntoAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this review. We are a mil family stationed in Germany and I have been very lucky to be invited into a German searching club. I’ve been detecting off and on for a long time and currently have an Ace 350...thing is, my two youngest sons have really shown an interest in searching now that they are teens. So I need to make a detector purchase...one that allows the 350 to be handed down, one that is an upgrade for me...and is also something that the boys can pick up and go with. I’m thinking that the Apex may be the one. Quality-wise, there seems to be a big jump between the Apex and the next level. Quite honestly the 350 has been very successful for me here in Europe...so I’m not seeing a solid reason to make a huge jump in detector class. Anyways, I’m making this post because I see that you have a really engaged comment section (you and your fans are active). What are your thoughts on my rationale?

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. If I was going to upgrade from a 350 to something new, I would seriously consider the Minelab Equinox 600 or 800. I like the Apex for what it is and you will have no issues with its transition. But for a little more money you can get the Equinox 600 that is waterproof and has a proven track record on the way it uses its Multi-IQ technology. Its hands down a much better machine than the Apex. You might think you don't need to upgrade but you will significantly find more and better targets if you do. This is coming from a guy who swore the XP Deus was the best machine on the market. But after using the Nox that has all changed for me. You can't go wrong with the Apex but you can do much better. Hope that helped. From a fellow veteran thank you for your service.

@WayIntoAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal checking it out today, thank you for the recommendation and for giving me an idea to look at. I'm a little worried jumping from a machine that I feel I can understand so well to a completely different brand! That's where the experience from others helps SO much!

@wadeclark1528 3 жыл бұрын

I like your shirt (the Apollo/Kennedy Space Center)! And thanks for the review. I'll purchase an APEX for the beach, and for a back up machine for my AT Pro if ever something should happen to it.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome hopefully you'll give Fort Bedford a look. If you do mention this channel 😇

@tombo552001 Жыл бұрын

Great review, I do have a question, what is the lower left button Iron audio ? when do you use it? Thank you

@MentalMetal Жыл бұрын

Thanks so basically if you don't want to hear the iron coming through you can opt to turn off the iron audio. Most of us like to hear the iron so we know when we run into it but some prefer to only listen for those high and mid tones and they don't want to hear the iron.

@phoenixflame6048 3 жыл бұрын

I'm trying to convince my parents to get this new detector, I can't wait to use this when the ground unfreezes!

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you get it. Good luck!

@phoenixflame6048 3 жыл бұрын

Update: im getting it today on my birthday

@FindingAlabama 3 жыл бұрын

From all the videos ive seen on it it seems like a really good first machine. Perfect for a dry sand hunter on the beach with the multi freq. It does look like it struggles some in iron. But the real on that is many machines do. Less than half the folks that buy waterproof detectors never get in the water with them. Over all not a detector im looking to add but thx for the look! Im NOT a fan of internal built in batteries. Good review.. Merry Christmas..hh..RD

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I would probably consider a Vanquish over this machine to be honest. The Vanquish is using the same Multi-IQ technology that the Equinox has which has been proven. I think Garrett had good intentions with the APEX but fell short on their delivery. It will be interesting to see what they do with the AT series of machines. Thanks for the comment.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

@markc4921 3 жыл бұрын

I thought about one until you said you can't replace the battery yourself you have to send to garrett. You have any idea what a battery cost? But then you have to take in consideration the labor cost. Thanks. Enjoyed the video.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Great point But I think you will a few years on that machine before you need a battery. I've had my XP Deus now for over 5 years and no issues with the battery yet.

@moritzbotzleiner-reber1807 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video! A little tip.. Silver is coming in with a 50-60. And I had my first Gold- find with the Apex. I love, what Garrett gave to us. Greetings from Germany

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

@munchiesoriginal 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, is it safe to use the apex under rainy conditions?

@moritzbotzleiner-reber1807 2 жыл бұрын

@@munchiesoriginal yes, the Inputs for the headphone and charging cable Input are Seald with a silicon Cover 👍🏼

@munchiesoriginal 2 жыл бұрын

@@moritzbotzleiner-reber1807 So detecting in heavy rain is no issue at all ? The display isn’t waterproof, so you say it survives and stays full operable ?

@moritzbotzleiner-reber1807 2 жыл бұрын

@@munchiesoriginal i mean You shouldnt Go for a swim with the Detektor. But in it Rains, your good. Ive Dome it a lot of times. Yeterday for example. It was Raining but the dedector works perfectly Fine

@horseman528 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use regular Grey Ghost headphones or do they have to be wireless headphones?

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thats a great question. I want to say no but you would have to check with the makers of the Grey Ghosts.

@tombo552001 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought one at Bass Pro Shop and got it home and low and behold, there wasn't any headphone in the box, so a 60 mile trip there and there to exchange it and hope for a discount

@MentalMetal 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man what a bummer I hope you were able to exchange it or get your money back. Garrett support may also be able to help you can just call them and let them know what happened and they would probably send it to you pretty fast. They have some of the best customer service around.

@tombo552001 2 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal Yup got my money back and bought a bundle package on line.

@MentalMetal 2 жыл бұрын

Did you order through Fort Bedford? Just curious. He hooks us up so you would have gotten a good deal. Congrats either way.

@tedyoh7394 3 жыл бұрын

The thing i found most interesting is that you displayed 3 different shirts in this video.....I'm heading to camp on the 9th

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I can't believe you didn't make any comment about my dog in the background..but my shirts??? You have too much time on your hands. Won't be up until sometime in OCT.

@tedyoh7394 3 жыл бұрын

Why would i comment on the dog.....i like dogs lol

@westrokker 2 жыл бұрын

So I ordered this and just opened it up. To my surprise it had a 8.5x11 Raider Coil. The ad on Amazon showed a 6x11 Viper coil. Not sure if I got screwed or a better deal with the Raider coil. ..?..

@MentalMetal 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late response. I think you got the better option and from what I've been told you will get way better depth and the VDI is stabilized better with the Raider. My issue when I tested the Viper coil was that it jumped around on the VDI 2 numbers a lot. I didn't really care for the coil. Hopefully the Raider came with a coil cover, I'm hearing some folks who purchased the coil are saying it didn't come with the coil cover which is shameful if it doesn't. Good luck with it. You def got a better deal and now you have a WAY better machine.

@westrokker 2 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal great ! Thanks and yes it had a coil cover too!

@MentalMetal 2 жыл бұрын

You got lucky then nice!

@georgelabelle8820 3 жыл бұрын

The reason the detector doesn't get the dime between 2 nails, sweeping parallel to the nails is because of the DD coil, not the speed of separation. If Garrett would make a 5-6" concentric coil, I'd be it could pass that test.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

You are probably right, thanks for the comment.

@ShortWorld007 3 жыл бұрын

Dogs detecting treasure too ? Their detectors are the best XD

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Yes they are LOL. Thanks!

@asifshaikh-ly1ix 3 жыл бұрын

Do you use Minelab Equinox 800??

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I do.

@asifshaikh-ly1ix 3 жыл бұрын

Sir, I want to buy a multi frequency metal detector, Can you recommended. Which will b best for relic and nuggets hunting??

@FoerdeFinder 3 жыл бұрын

man if this thing would be waterproof like the other garret machines i would buy it all day long :X

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

For a little more money I would go for the Equinox 600 IMO.

@FoerdeFinder 3 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal i acutally have the equinox 800, but my first machine was a garret ace 200i and i just like the garret machines :)

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I still like my AT Pro so I get where you are coming from.

@FoerdeFinder 3 жыл бұрын

@@MentalMetal how good would you say is the at max int. or at pro for the beach? Is it worth getting/using over the equinox just because you like garret machines more? :D

@markthomas1473 3 жыл бұрын

well its great look on large screen but the pick up is low only reaching 20 at the highest minlab safari has 100 but its 550 dollars more

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I'm not so sure its comparable to the Safari to be honest.

@natureview9690 2 жыл бұрын

Price

@craiggauger9710 3 жыл бұрын

My coil won't tighten. It flops when it leaves the ground; like a teeter totter.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

If you have a GARRETT machine call them and they will send you a new screw and nut for the coil.

@speedmanxx 3 жыл бұрын

I wanted to stick with Garrett so bad (American co.,heritage etc.) but after the nightmare of owning the ACE400 and seeing the Apex basically get annihilated by Vanquish, Simplex and more, I went with the Equinox 600. It was like Garrett stuck a fancy head unit on the oldschool S shaft of the ACE and AT lines rather than an all new product and added sub-par performance.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I know how you feel, I'm hoping they do something different with the AT Series.

@stephenhall1497 3 жыл бұрын

Best stick with my 400i .USA garrett company trying too hard ,bring 400i out most buy now this toy ,give my head too 400i you can tell me different

@Nick-gi6ym 2 жыл бұрын

No removable battery that’s not good. Not waterproof. Why would they even come out with this model. Hopefully they will come out with a new atx unit. Thanks

@MentalMetal 2 жыл бұрын

Yep hopefully they will do better with future machines.

@gingerdude94 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a toy to me

@TheBeeman410 3 жыл бұрын

personally, I think Garrett dropped the ball with this detector. I had high hopes but they let us down... it has a masking problem.. it needs a higher frequency range And it should be waterproof it's a very chatty machine also... Honestly, if I was going to buy a new detector in this price range I'd have to go with the Minelab Vanquish 540.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I would agree going with a Vanquish but the APEX will be fine for beginners. Lets see what Garrett does with their AT series. I hope they doing something better the next time around.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

I would agree going with a Vanquish but the APEX will be fine for beginners. Lets see what Garrett does with their AT series. I hope they doing something better the next time around.

@TheBeeman410 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’m looking forward to seeing what they do with the AT series myself.

@MegaTroyhamilton 3 жыл бұрын

I think it's a whites design, don't look like an ace machine

@levity2893 3 жыл бұрын

DEUS > all = fact

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

> the Apex for sure. They aren't even on the same playing field as the Deus.

@2019freddie 3 жыл бұрын

not even waterproof, I would take a Simplex any day over this.

@MentalMetal 3 жыл бұрын

Well thats the beauty my friend you have choices. If you feel that strongly about being waterproof then I guess the Simplex is calling you. Its a great machine as well.

@nathahajasisodiya1076 3 жыл бұрын

Simplex+& apex which better??

@mickgrant4262 Жыл бұрын

If you buy this machine you Will give up the Hobby very quickly buy a vanquish 540 much better machine not much difference in price

@MentalMetal Жыл бұрын

The Vanquish is better all around for sure.

@zerxkydc532 Жыл бұрын

I took my Vanquish to a old resort by my house and it hit on nails left and right totally incapable on that site ! I used the Apex there and didn't dig one nail and found 5 silvers baby stepping it and swinging slow with a small coil ! It performed way better for me in the Iron ...