Company History
Whites (known as Whites Electronics) has been around since 1972 and was founded by George Whitesides and Bill Sexton making it one of the oldest companies that provided quality products to customers. George Whitesides designed an early underwater mine detection device that was used during Vietnam war, Bill Sexton’s background is from radio engineering and computer science (Brandes ign, Whites Electronics). Whites has been famous for its high-quality detectors and amplifiers. Whites is a part of metal detecting history in the USA, Whites was one of the first to make a lightweight gold detector called “Gold Bug” in 1975 [1][2]. Since then many popular metal detectors have been made by Whites such as Whites SI 2000 [3] , Whites XLT [4] , Whites MXT [5], Whistles S-Line [6], Whites GPS-Silver Sensor [7].
As you can see from these company’s sites they are proud that their products are made in the USA and will hold up better in long term use. Most other companies in this industry produce lower-end models that may compete well price-wise but Whites Electronics still remains a leader in high-quality products. Whites was one of the first companies that have made a fully functioning underwater detector, Whites Sidewinder [8]. Whites detectors are used for many purposes such as coin shooting, relic hunting and treasure hunting, these types of metal detectors are also known as gold detectors. Whites is the only company that has a metal detecting line from very basic models to extremely advanced model GPS-Gold Sensor which features 32 channel discrimination system along with its other amazing features. Whites uses frequency counter technology to display a number of detected objects which makes it even better than pinpointers.
Are Whites Metal Detectors Any Good?
Whites metal detectors are very effective and will find all hidden treasure.
What can Whites metal detectors find?
Whites metal detectors can be used to locate several different kinds of metals such as old coins, jewellery items, relics and gold nuggets. Whites offers different types of detectors that can be used for different kinds of searches. Whites Company makes a variety of metal detectors which might confuse a lot of people when they want to make a purchase. Whites offers 3 main lines, Whites MXT line is the most popular and has many different models in it, Whites Coin & Jewelry ID/Coin Shooting ID series is also very popular due to its portability and Whites Goldmasters Series are known as gold detectors.
Whites Electronics currently offers 8 different metal detector models with 2 special editions [9]. Whites SI 2000 model is Whites entry-level detector with basic features such as discrimination control system, pulse induction technology and tone audio indicator.
Whites SI also contains the Whites All-Terrain System (W.A.T.S.) which is great for coin and relic hunting because it consists of Whites Coin & Jewelry ID/Coin Shooting ID series [10]. Whites XLT model is Whites mid-range detector with many different features such as three tone audio discrimination system, automatic ground tracking circuitry and adjustable sensitivity control which allows users to set their detectors according to the area they hunt in (i.e high sensitivity for wet beach sand ect).
Whites XLT comes with a tripod that can be attached to the base of the metal detector (eliminating extra weight) and can be used on any terrain where there is access to an electrical outlet which makes it very easy to use. Whites MXT series of metal detector is Whites high-end line that has many advanced features such as Pinpointing, GPS system and Adjustable threshold which allows user to set it according to the area they hunt in (i.e more sensitive for saltwater beach sand ect). Whites MXT series of metal detectors comes with 3,5″ color display screen which makes detecting very easy on any type of ground.
Whites Goldmasters Series are known as gold detecting machines because these models come with Whites exclusive Frequency Counter technology (Less than 1/10th second response time) along with Target Priority technology (Pinpoints target size, depth & magnetism) that gives users an idea about what they’ve found before digging them up. Whites Goldmasters Series are Whites best it offers because all of Whites detectors in Whites Goldmasters Series might be run with GPS technology which makes pinpointing even easier than before.
Whites MXT, Whites XLT and Whites Goldmaster series come with interchangeable coils that provides different sensitivity for easy discrimination when searching for different kinds of targets. Whites metal detectors can be used for all types of treasure hunting not just gold nuggets but also relics so they are sometimes referred to as relic detectors or even coin shooting detectors.
Whites Electronics has produced many different kinds of models over the years each one better than the former due to new improvements in technologies and features. Whites detectors contain powerful microprocessors that detect several different targets at once.
Is White’s Electronics going out of business?
October 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Garrett Electronics, a design and manufacturing company specializing in sport and security metal detectors, announced the acquisition of certain assets of White’s Electronics. Whites Detectors are being folded into the Garrett Group and will continue to be made in America and supported by Garrett Electronics.
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White’s TDI SL Metal Detector
White’s TDI SL Metal Detector with 12” Waterproof Spider Search Coil, NIMH Rechargeable Battery System, AA” Batteries, Battery Holder, and a Two-Year Warranty.
The TDI detector features 3-Way Target Conductivity Selector, Frequency Control, Precision Ground Balance Control, Pulse Delay Control, Threshold Control, Variable Audio Select, Lightweight Design, and Volume Control.
The TDI Pro Metal Detector has pulse induction power that provides unbeatable depth and sensitivity and is designed specifically for prospecting and identifying relics.
Whites TDI SL PI Relic Metal Detector with 12” Waterproof Spider Search Coil
To hunt all day, you need a lightweight detector that still provides high performance. The TDI Pro Metal Detector has pulse induction power that provides unbeatable depth and sensitivity and is designed specifically for prospecting and identifying relics.
Special prospecting features make life easier, such full-control ground balance that filters out the iron mineralization of hot rocks, black sand, and other tough grounds.
This compact detector weighs only 3.5 pounds with its waterproof 12” Spider Search Coil, which offers deep detection depth. Other accessory coils are also available.
The rechargeable NIMH battery lasts up to 6 hours, and a backup AA battery back will power all-day exploration.
Includes 8 x AA Batteries, Battery Holder and NimH Rechargeable System.
Features
- 3-Way Target Conductivity Selector
- Frequency Control
- Precision Ground Balance Control
- Pulse Delay Control
- Threshold Control
- Variable Audio Select
- Volume Control
- Waterproof 7.5″ or 12″ Spider Coil
Specifications
- Adjustable Length: 45″-49″
- All Metal Audio: VCO
- Audio Output: Speaker & 1/4 Headphone
- Batteries: 8 “AA”
- Disc Audio: All Options
- Optional Coils: TDI Family
- Standard Coil: 12″
- Number of Presets: 3
- Frequency: Pulse
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White’s MX Sport
Whites MX Sport Waterproof Metal Detector with 10″ DD Coil
White’s MX Sport Metal Detector with 10″ DD Waterproof search coil, White’s MX Sport Waterproof Headphones, White’s Baseball Cap, Batteries and a Two-Year Warranty.
The MX Sport features 6 Search Modes, Automatic Ground Balance with Tracking, Depth Reading, Frequency Control, Target ID, Threshold Control, Tone ID, VDI Target Readings, and is Waterproof to 10 feet.
The Whites MX Sport Waterproof Metal Detector can do it all! Beach hunting, relics, coins and jewellery, and even prospecting.
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This is the waterproof metal detector can do it all! Beach hunting, relics, coins and jewellery, and even prospecting.
With its roots in the MX lineup, MX Sport builds on the legendary MXT, with new features and the latest technology.
IP68 Certified Waterproof – up to 10 feet.
Included
- 10″ DD Waterproof Search Coil
- White’s MX Sport Waterproof Headphones
Features
- 6 Search Modes
- Automatic Ground Balance with Tracking
- Backlit Display
- Beach Mode
- Big bold VDI numbers
- Coin/Jewelry Mode
- Depth Reading
- Frequency Control
- Pinpoint Mode
- Prospecting Mode
- Relic Mode
- Salt and Freshwater
- Target ID
- Threshold Control
- Tone ID
- VDI Target Readings
- Volume Control
- Waterproof to 10 feet. IP 68 Certified
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