Nokta Makro Simplex+

Field Test

Nokta Makro have taken the metal detector market by storm over recent years so, like many others, I have been eagerly awaiting the release of their new Simplex+. The machine was initially due to be launched in August this year, but was delayed, not due to technical issues, but due to the addition of features that were not originally planned for the machine. However, Nokta Makro had listened to the market and made these extra changes prior to the launch. Having heard that the machine was going to be at Detectival this year, I wanted to make sure I had a real close-up look and play prior to the launch to see what all the fuss was about. Promising an easy to use machine with high-end performance for under £300 already sounded too good to be true, but hang on, there is more…. much much more!

Features

• Single frequency VLF 12 kHz

• Pinpoint mode

• IP68 water resistant up to 3 metres

• Powered by Lithium-Polymer battery (2300mAh, built-in, rechargeable)

• Wireless headphones option

• Vibration mode

• Collapsible shaft (25-52 inches)

• Compact and lightweight – 2.8 lbs

• 11 inch DD coil

• Updateable software via online

• Backlit screen + LED flashlight

• 4 search modes

• Automatic or manual ground balance

• 0-99 target ID + notch discrimination option

• Iron volume

• 3 audio tones with volume control

• Depth indicator

• Adjustable sensitivity (6 levels)

• Frequency shift

• 2 years warranty

• Price: £299 or £399 with wireless headphone pack