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Entry Garrett VX Multi-Flex multi-frequency line
The Garrett VX5 is the entry model in Garrett's VX Multi-Flex line, bringing multi-frequency capability to hunters stepping up from classic ACE machines. It offers modern ground handling and Garrett reliability in a mid-price package. Garrett built it for improving hobbyists who want Multi-Flex technology without flagship cost. Neighborhood parks, fairgrounds, and dry beach towel lines are comfortable hunting grounds for a VX5.
Garrett • Garrett VX5
Garrett VX5 — Parks
Recommended Garrett VX Multi-Flex starting points for picnic areas and playgrounds.
Recommended coil: 11" DD
Adjustments
Sensitivity
Sensitivity
80–90%
Garrett percentage scale; stable first.
Ground
Ground Balance
Auto
Saltwater mode handles wet beaches.
Recovery
Recovery Speed
Medium-Fast
Faster for trashy parks.
Discrimination
Discrimination
Moderate
Notch tabs if you prefer less digging.
Iron
Iron Volume
Iron Volume 4
Iron volume helps sort bottle caps.
Audio
Audio
Tone Roll ON
Tone roll clarifies conductors.
Coil
Coil & Swing
11" DD
Picnic and playground zones.
Frequency
Frequency Weighting
Multi-Flex simultaneous
Weight high band for small gold and jewelry.