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[Blackfoot58]

Getting ready to purchase new machine. Considering a new Makro simplex. I want value for my rapidly depreciating $$. I also want ease of use (no phd in electronics needed to operate). I don’t want a bunch of computer downloads, Bluetooth etc. I don’t care if it can turn my microwave off via my smart phone. I really don’t want it to do much other than 1) be reliable 2) offer a reasonable warranty 3) find buried objects. Any input greatly appreciated

 

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[Richard Guy]

Getting ready to purchase new machine. Considering a new Makro simplex. I want value for my rapidly depreciating $$. I also want ease of use (no phd in electronics needed to operate). I don’t want a bunch of computer downloads, Bluetooth etc. I don’t care if it can turn my microwave off via my smart phone. I really don’t want it to do much other than 1) be reliable 2) offer a reasonable warranty 3) find buried objects. Any input

Getting ready to purchase new machine. Considering a new Makro simplex. I want value for my rapidly depreciating $$. I also want ease of use (no phd in electronics needed to operate). I don’t want a bunch of computer downloads, Bluetooth etc. I don’t care if it can turn my microwave off via my smart phone. I really don’t want it to do much other than 1) be reliable 2) offer a reasonable warranty 3) find buried objects. Any input greatly appreciated

I think you will be more than pleased with the purchase of a Simplex. I started out using the Simplex as it hooked me into embracing the hobby. If you do get one, I strongly recommend getting the SP-24 accessory coil. The stock coil is very good, but that SP-24 coil 'upped' my happy factor. 😊
I'm now using both the Simplex and Legend detectors. For the Simplex, I've tried all available Makro coils, to include the Detech Ultimate 13 coil. As such, my favorite coil is the SP-24 coil with the Simplex. I am still learning the Legend. So far, I really like the LG-15 coil with the Legend. Makro makes very capable machines, good luck with your journey

 

[Blackfoot58]

I think you will be more than pleased with the purchase of a Simplex. I started out using the Simplex as it hooked me into embracing the hobby. If you do get one, I strongly recommend getting the SP-24 accessory coil. The stock coil is very good, but that SP-24 coil 'upped' my happy factor. 😊
I'm now using both the Simplex and Legend detectors. For the Simplex, I've tried all available Makro coils, to include the Detech Ultimate 13 coil. As such, my favorite coil is the SP-24 coil with the Simplex. I am still learning the Legend. So far, I really like the LG-15 coil with the Legend. Makro makes very capable machines, good luck with your journey

Does it require computer up dates?

 

[Richard Guy]

Does it require computer up dates?

It has update capability but they are not required. I've hunted with all versions with great success. The current version has been solid since June of 2020. New units will have the latest version

 

[Blackfoot58]

It has update capability but they are not required. I've hunted with all versions with great success. The current version has been solid since June of 2020. New units will have the latest version

😊 thank you

 

[Richard Guy]

😊 thank you

I've yet to try metal detecting beaches. I suspect that those larger coils would fare better in that type of environment, plus the Simplex/Legend detectors are fully waterproof to 10ft, not just water resistant. Have fun!

 

[oldkoot]

Does it require computer up dates?

The Simplex unfortunately will most likely never have another update offered, I wish it did but with the Legend entering the Market that stopped the updates for the simplex in its tracks, if you are just starting out detecting then the simplex is a great place to start vary capable detector in my opinion

I feel you are limiting yourself though when you state you do not want all the bells and whistles though, because you could purchase the Legend and grow into all of its capabilities,eventually, the Legend can be ran the same as the Simplex with single frequencies, the simplex is just a single frequency detector where as the Legend is a Multi frequency detector, the Legend is just a few dollars more than the simplex and is made by the same company that produces the simplex

you have to do what is rite for you though

just my two cents worth