Single frequency vs multi frequency

[Skexis]

Is there still a demand for single frequency detectors given the plethora of multi frequency machines now available? Thinking something like a Vanquish 540 when compared to an AT Pro. On paper it would appear the Vanquish is the winner as the only trick the AT has is that it's waterproof.

 

[Terry Soloman]

Simultaneous Multi-frequency rules the saltwater beaches. For gold nugget shooting, meteorite hunting, and relic hunting, Single frequency and Pulse Induction still rule.

 

[FreeBirdTim]

On paper it would appear the Vanquish is the winner as the only trick the AT has is that it's waterproof.

Not a trick, it's a requirement for any decent metal detector. Too easy to drop your metal detector into a puddle or a stream. Also nice when you're detecting in the rain. Always stressed me out whenever it rained when I owned an Ace 250.

 

[Showtime2385]

I think some people don't want bells and whistles and downloaded upgrades and programs yada yada. Can get to be too much sometimes and can add frustration to a relaxing day of beep and dig fun. In todays age of detectors I actually find myself trying to seek out the Tesoro I never pulled the trigger on. I have only owned one simultaneous multi frequency machine myself and it is the only machine I ever sold.
My X-terra pro is technically a multi frequency but not simultaneous. I will add that I mainly relic hunt and my rebellion of the new swinging computers may make me sound a bit old but I'm only 39