Minelab Manticore Metal Detector for Coins, Relics, Jewelry and Beach Hunting

The Minelab Manticore is a high-performance simultaneous multi-frequency metal detector built for finding coins, relics, jewelry and natural gold on land or at the beach. Its Multi-IQ+ technology, detailed 2D Target ID Map and adjustable Ferrous Limits provide more information when valuable targets are surrounded by iron or modern trash.

The Manticore gives you the convenience of well-designed factory search modes along with the advanced controls needed for challenging locations. You can begin detecting without creating a complicated custom program, then adjust the tones, recovery speed, discrimination and ferrous response as you learn the machine.

Order your Manticore (newest 2026 software version) from Big Boys Hobbies and receive:

Free shipping within the eligible shipping area
No sales tax outside Oklahoma
Free lifetime product support directly from Bart
A genuine U.S. Minelab detector from an authorized dealer
Applicable Minelab manufacturer-warranty coverage
A free BBH accessory bundle with the regular package option

Free Big Boys Hobbies Manticore Bundle (Exclusive from BBH)

Choose our regular Manticore + Free BBH Bundle option and receive practical, recognizable detecting equipment at no additional charge. No China junk with our logo on it. Quality Minelab Products!

Minelab Manticore bundle with Minelab carry bag, finds pouch, Lesche digger and Manticore handbook

Minelab Metal Detector Carry Bag – approximately a $60 value
Minelab Shell Finds Pouch – approximately a $20 value
Lesche Hand Digger – approximately a $36 value
Minelab Manticore Handbook by Andy Sabisch – a VERY useful reference for understanding the programs, controls, and adjustments

The Lesche may be replaced with a comparable high-quality hand digger if inventory changes. The military-discount option does not include the BBH Bundle under Minelab program rules.

Order Your Manticore with Confidence

Authorized Minelab Dealer: Your detector is a genuine U.S. product—not a gray-market import.
Direct Support from Bart: Get help before and after the sale without going through a large call center.
Free Lifetime Support: Contact us for assembly, software-update and setting questions.
Useful Bundle: Receive equipment selected for actual metal detecting instead of miscellaneous cheap filler.
Established Customer History: Read customer reviews displayed below this description.

Why I Recommend the Minelab Manticore

The Manticore is the Minelab detector I recommend when a customer wants top-level performance without being limited as their experience grows. You can begin with a factory search mode, then take advantage of its advanced audio, Ferrous Limits and 2D Target ID Map as you learn the machine.

What separates the Manticore from a basic detector is the amount of useful information it provides on difficult targets. That becomes especially valuable in older parks, home sites, farm fields and beaches where coins and jewelry may be surrounded by nails, bottle caps and other unwanted metal.

When you purchase from Big Boys Hobbies, I am available to help with setup, software updates and settings for the type of hunting you do. Call or text me at 405-206-9010. — Bart Davis, Owner of Big Boys Hobbies

What Makes the Minelab Manticore Different?

Multi-IQ+ Technology

The Manticore analyzes multiple frequencies simultaneously, allowing one detector to work effectively across inland ground, wet salt sand and other changing conditions.

2D Target ID Map

The screen plots conductive and ferrous target characteristics so you can consider the trace, numerical Target ID and audio together before deciding to dig.

Adjustable Ferrous Limits

Upper and Lower Ferrous Limits give you additional control over how difficult iron and mixed targets are classified and reported.

Recovery Speed from 0–8

Use faster recovery in dense trash to help separate nearby targets or slower recovery when searching for isolated targets under suitable conditions.

Flexible Audio Controls

Choose from 1, 2 or 5 tones, regional All Tones options or continuous-pitch audio and adjust the response for your hearing and hunting style.

Waterproof Carbon-Fiber Build

The detector is IP68 waterproof to 16 feet and uses a collapsible carbon-fiber shaft that packs down to approximately 24.8 inches.

About the power increase: Minelab describes Multi-IQ+ as delivering up to 50% more power than the Equinox series. More transmit power does not guarantee 50% more depth on every target. Actual depth depends on target size, orientation, ground conditions, mineralization, electrical interference, coil choice and settings.

Where the Minelab Manticore Excels

Trashy Parks Fast target response and the 2D display provide additional information when coins are located near pull tabs, bottle caps and other modern trash.

Old Home Sites Adjustable Ferrous Limits and detailed audio help when nonferrous targets are mixed with nails and other deteriorating iron.

Farm Fields and Relic Sites The M11 coil provides useful ground coverage, while the detector’s adjustment range lets you adapt it to varying soil and target conditions.

Saltwater Beaches Four Beach modes cover dry sand, wet sand, surf and conductive seawater conditions.

Shallow-Water Hunting The Manticore is IP68 waterproof to 5 meters or approximately 16 feet when used according to Minelab’s instructions.

Natural Gold Prospecting Goldfield General provides continuous-pitch audio for locating small natural gold in suitable ground.

Ten Manticore Search Modes

The Manticore includes five All-Terrain modes, four Beach modes and one Goldfield mode. These factory programs provide reliable starting points that can be adjusted and saved for your locations.

Search Mode	Designed For
All-Terrain General	General coin, jewelry and relic hunting across a variety of inland locations
All-Terrain Fast	Closely spaced targets and locations containing heavier concentrations of trash
All-Terrain High Conductors	Higher-conductive coins and targets, including silver and copper
All-Terrain Low Conductors	Thin or lower-conductive targets, including some small jewelry
All-Terrain Trash Reject	Difficult locations where stronger ferrous rejection is useful
Beach General	All-around detecting on dry or wet beach sand
Beach Low Conductors	Smaller and thinner low-conductive beach targets
Beach Deep	Searching for deeper low-conductive targets in suitable beach conditions
Beach Surf & Seawater	Surf, saltwater and other difficult conductive beach conditions
Goldfield General	Small natural gold in benign to moderately mineralized ground

The factory programs make the Manticore approachable while leaving plenty of room for adjustment. Sensitivity, recovery speed, ground balance and discrimination can be changed as conditions require.

What Comes with the Minelab Manticore?

2026 latest version Minelab Manticore Multi-IQ+ metal detector
M11 11-inch round Double-D search coil
M11 search-coil skidplate
ML 105 low-latency wireless headphones
ML 105 headphone storage case
Headphone audio and charging cables
Magnetic USB detector charging cable
Five screen protectors
Getting Started Guide

The M11 coil is an excellent general-purpose size for parks, fields and beaches. It provides a practical balance of ground coverage, target separation and maneuverability.

Minelab Manticore Specifications

Detection Technology	Multi-IQ+ simultaneous multi-frequency with selectable single frequencies
Search Modes	Five All-Terrain, four Beach and one Goldfield mode
Recovery Speed	Adjustable from 0 to 8
Standard Search Coil	M11 11-inch round Double-D
Waterproof Rating	IP68 to 5 m / approximately 16 ft
Approximate Weight	1.3 kg / 2.9 lbs with the M11 coil installed
Collapsed Length	63 cm / 24.8 in
Shaft	Three-piece collapsible carbon-fiber shaft
Included Headphones	ML 105 over-ear low-latency wireless headphones
Typical Battery Runtime	Approximately 10 hours from a full charge
Display	Color LCD with numerical Target ID and 2D Target ID Map
Audio Options	Wireless headphones, built-in speaker and waterproof headphone connection
Additional Features	Flashlight, backlit keypad, adjustable screen lighting and handgrip vibration
Software	Upgradeable through a compatible USB connection

Warranty: Your Manticore is covered by the applicable Minelab manufacturer warranty. Refer to Minelab’s current U.S. warranty terms for complete coverage information and exclusions.

Choose the Right Minelab Manticore Coil

M8 8 x 5-inch Elliptical Coil

The smallest Minelab Manticore coil is useful around playground equipment, brush, rocks, and dense concentrations of targets where precise coil placement matters.

M9 9-inch Round Coil

A maneuverable everyday coil for customers who want less size and weight than the M11 without moving all the way down to the narrow M8.

M11 11-inch Round Coil

Included with the Manticore and the best general-purpose starting point for most parks, farm fields, and beaches.

M15 15 x 13-inch Elliptical Coil

Designed to cover more ground in open fields and beaches. Its larger size is most useful where obstacles and heavy target concentrations are limited.

Minelab Military and Veteran Discount

Qualified current military members, former service members, and veterans can select the Military/Veteran — No Bundle product option before adding the Manticore to the cart.

The discounted option applies to the detector only.
The free BBH Bundle is not included under Minelab program rules.
Qualifying documentation must be received before the detector can ship.

View the complete Minelab military-discount requirements or call Bart at 405-206-9010 for assistance.

Minelab Manticore Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Manticore difficult to learn?

No it is actually easier because it has better stability, better target ID, and it's more correct on what it's telling you. You can begin with one of the factory search modes and make only basic adjustments. As you become comfortable with the detector, you can learn the 2D display, audio options, and Ferrous Limits. Free lifetime support from Big Boys Hobbies is included if you need help.

Is the Minelab Manticore waterproof?

Yes. Minelab rates the Manticore IP68 waterproof to 5 meters or approximately 16 feet when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Are the included ML 105 wireless headphones waterproof?

No. The detector and M11 coil are waterproof, but the included ML 105 wireless headphones are not. Compatible waterproof headphones are required for underwater audio.

Can the Manticore be used on a saltwater beach?

Yes. It includes Beach General, Beach Low Conductors, Beach Deep and Beach Surf & Seawater modes for dry sand, wet sand, surf and conductive saltwater conditions.

Does the 2D Target ID Map identify exactly what is underground?

No detector can identify every buried object with certainty. The 2D map provides additional ferrous and conductive information that can be considered together with the numerical ID, target trace, audio and signal consistency.

How long does the Manticore battery last?

Minelab lists a typical runtime of approximately 10 hours from a full charge. Runtime can vary with backlight, flashlight, wireless audio, vibration and other operating conditions.

Can I use a USB power bank with the Manticore?

Yes. Minelab states that the Manticore can be powered from a compatible 5-volt USB power bank. Never use the detector underwater while connected to an external power bank.

Does the Manticore include wireless headphones?

Yes. The standard U.S. package includes ML 105 over-ear low-latency wireless headphones and a protective storage case.

Can the Manticore software be updated?

Yes. The detector is software-upgradeable through a compatible USB connection. Follow Minelab’s official instructions whenever installing an update.

Does the military-discount Manticore include the BBH Bundle?

No. Minelab’s military discount applies to the detector only. Choose the regular Manticore + Free BBH Bundle option if you want the Minelab carry bag, finds pouch, hand digger and Manticore handbook.

See the Minelab Manticore in Action

Watch these videos for a closer look at the Manticore before placing your order:

Watch Manticore Overview Watch In-Field Video

Want to extend your detecting time? See the RNB Power-X USB Power Pack for the Minelab Manticore.

If you are upgrading from an Equinox and want more information about the differences, read our Minelab Manticore vs. Equinox 900 comparison.

Order Your Minelab Manticore from Big Boys Hobbies

Choose your Manticore option above and order securely online. For current package information or help before ordering, contact Bart Davis directly.

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Email: Bart@BigBoysHobbies.net

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