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| Vortex with 8.5" x 11" DD Raider searchcoil with coil cover, USB-C charging cable, and quick start guide. |
World’s first fully transformable detector series!
As your skills increase, transform your VX5 to a VX7 or VX9 with paid software upgrades.
The Vortex series is an innovative and highly-performing metal detector designed for all-terrain use, including underwater. Its advanced technology ensures reliable performance in various conditions, such as saltwater beaches and underwater terrains. Enhance your metal-detecting experience with the ultimate waterproof metal detector!
As your skills increase, transform your VX5 to a VX7 or VX9 with paid software upgrades.
The Vortex series is an innovative and highly-performing metal detector designed for all-terrain use, including underwater. Its advanced technology ensures reliable performance in various conditions, such as saltwater beaches and underwater terrains. Enhance your metal-detecting experience with the ultimate waterproof metal detector!
VX5
The entry Vortex model includes an array of features that provide fast, fixed recovery speed on adjacent targets. Fully waterproof to 16 feet (5m), it's perfect for both beginner and more advanced detectorists.
Single and Multi-Frequency options, Single-tier MD-MF Target ID scale, and three audio tones allow users to differentiate between metal objects in dry sand and underwater.
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VX7
MORE POWER THAN VX5
An advanced waterproof metal detector with more frequency and mode options than VX5, including the powerful Multi-Frequency Salt mode for wet sand and saltwater beach detection.
Two-tiered MD-MF Target ID display has separate ferrous and non-ferrous target scales for more precise identification. Additional audio tones and adjustable Recovery Speed make this high-performance detector effective in diverse environments.
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VX9
MORE POWER THAN VX7
The Professional's model includes full three-tiered MD-MF Target ID display with two ferrous scales to identify unwanted iron trash. Includes Multi-Salt mode, additional frequency choices, and additional Recovery Speed controls for optimal performance.
Features FAST Mode for competition hunts and THIN COINS Mode for fine, lower conductive coins (hammered silver and thin gold coins).
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MD-MF Technology
Garrett's Multi-Dimensional Multi-Frequency (MD-MF) Technology provides deeper and more accurate target analysis and identification. This advanced technology detects and analyzes targets using simultaneous multiple frequencies, as well as multiple dimensions of conductivity and ferrous (iron) content.
The MD-MF Technology is integrated into all three Vortex models, with the most advanced analysis on the VX9's multi-axis Target ID display. Ideal for metal detecting in various environments, this technology offers precise identification and improved detection depth.
The MD-MF Technology is integrated into all three Vortex models, with the most advanced analysis on the VX9's multi-axis Target ID display. Ideal for metal detecting in various environments, this technology offers precise identification and improved detection depth.
Thin Coins Mode (VX9)
Perfect setting made specifically for going after small, thin coins -- hammered silvers, tiny ancient gold coins, etc. -- ensuring precise identification of metal targets.
- Faster recovery speed on adjacent targets.
- Enhanced response on select Target ID range.
- Reduced target response for common ferrous items and high-tone targets.
Vortex Series Comparison
| Vortex VX5 | Vortex VX7 | Vortex VX9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD-MF Target ID Scale |
One Target ID Scale (0-99) |
2-tier Target ID Scales | 3-tier Target ID Scales |
| Frequencies | 13 khz, Multi-Freq. | 5, 13 kHz, Multi-Freq., Multi Salt |
5, 9, 13, 18, 25 kHz, Multi-Freq., Multi-Salt |
| Search Modes | Zero, Standard, USA Coins, Custom |
Zero, Standard, USA Coins, Beach, Custom |
Zero, Standard, USA Coins, Thin Coins, Beach, Custom, Fast |
| Bottlecap Reject (MF function) | Fixed | Yes | Yes |
| Iron Boundary (MF function) | Fixed | Fixed | Yes |
| Notch Discrimination | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| High-Resolution Iron Discrimination | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sensitivity settings | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Variable Recovery Speed | Fixed | Yes: 2 settings | Yes: 3 settings |
| Z-Lynk Wireless | No | Yes | Yes |
| Channel (EMI Reduction) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Increased sensitivity/depth | No | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Ground Balance | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Tones | 3 | 3, 5 | 3, 5 |
| Volume Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Iron Audio™ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Iron Volume | No | Yes | Yes |
| Button Lock (Dive Mode) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pinpoint | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LCD Backlight | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Condition Indicator | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Length (Adjustable) | 24.75" to 56.75" (62.86 cm - 144.14 cm) |
24.75" to 56.75" (62.86 cm - 144.14 cm) |
24.75" to 56.75" (62.86 cm - 144.14 cm) |
| Total Weight (with 8.5" x 11" coil) | 3 lbs (1.38 kgs) | 3 lbs (1.38 kgs) | 3 lbs (1.38 kgs) |
| Fully Waterproof to | 16 ft (5m) | 16 ft (5m) | 16 ft (5m) |
| Warranty | 3 Years, Limited Parts/Labor |
3 Years, Limited Parts/Labor |
3 Years, Limited Parts/Labor |
| Updateable / Upgradeable | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Vortex Searchcoils
Vortex waterproof searchcoils have a unique connector that is not compatible with other Garrett detectors.
6" x 11" DD Vortex Viper™ Searchcoil
PN: 2238300
PN: 2238300
8.5" x 11" DD Vortex Raider™ Searchcoil
PN: 2238400
PN: 2238400
Vortex Headphone Options
Accessories
Standard and optional searchcoils for Garrett’s Vortex detector series, and protective searchcoil covers.
