GPZ 8000 vs Old Tech… The Real Truth

G’day prospectors, The new GPZ 8000 has landed, and everyone’s calling it the best gold detector ever made… but is it really? After years of detecting in WA goldfields and running machines side-by-side, I’ve seen some surprising results. In certain situations, older detectors like the GPX 4500 and 5000 are still hitting targets that newer machines struggle with — especially when it comes to depth and coil setups. In this video, I break down: Real-world comparisons between old and new detectors Why depth claims don’t always stack up The truth about big coils and deep gold How ground conditions and EMI affect performance Why “usable” setups often beat newer tech This isn’t theory — it’s based on actual targets tested in the field. If you’re thinking about buying a GPZ 8000, or wondering whether to upgrade, this is something you need to see first. 👍 If you enjoy real-world detecting content with no hype, hit like and subscribe — I’ve got a full GPX 4500 settings breakdown coming soon. #goldprospecting #golddetecting #minelab #gpz8000 #gpx4500 #gpx5000 #metaldetecting #goldfields #australia