Description
The Minelab Vanquish 560 is the flagship of the Vanquish 60 Series, pairing Multi-IQ simultaneous multi-frequency detecting with the larger V12X coil, five target tones, four levels of Iron Bias, and wireless audio. It is the current-generation machine that takes the Vanquish 540's place in the lineup, ships with the V12X 12 in x 9 in (30 x 23 cm) Double-D search coil and wired 3.5 mm headphones, and steps up to the 560 Pro-Pack for a second precision coil and ML60 wireless earbuds.
Why the Vanquish 560
Multi-IQ technology transmits across multiple frequencies at once, so target IDs stay stable as ground mineralization changes. The 560 shares the Vanquish 460's four modes, 30 discrimination segments, 10 sensitivity levels, and wireless audio, then steps up in three ways that matter in tough ground: the deeper V12X coil, five target tones instead of three, and Iron Bias that reaches −1 for aggressive unmasking where iron trash is thick. A red-backlit display with built-in flashlight and handgrip vibration keep you hunting in low light and noisy surf. The whole detector is IP68 waterproof to 16 ft (5 m), and its software updates over the USB-C cable.
Compare the Vanquish 60 Series
Tap a model to view its listing. Base packages, side by side.
| Feature | Vanquish 460 | Vanquish 560 | Vanquish 560 Pro-Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 | $399 |
$499 Best Value Kit |
| Search coil(s) | V10X 10 in x 7 in (25 x 18 cm) DD | V12X 12 in x 9 in (30 x 23 cm) DD | V12X 12 in x 9 in (30 x 23 cm) plus V8X 8 in x 5 in (20 x 13 cm) DD |
| Search modes | Park, Field, Beach, User Profile | Park, Field, Beach, User Profile | Park, Field, Beach, User Profile |
| Discrimination segments | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Sensitivity levels | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Iron Bias | 0 to 2 | −1 to 2 | −1 to 2 |
| Target tones | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Audio included | Wired 3.5 mm headphones | Wired 3.5 mm headphones | ML60 wireless earbuds (Bluetooth LE Audio) |
| Wireless audio | Yes (LC3 codec) | Yes (LC3 codec) | Yes (LC3 codec) |
| Display and light | Red backlight LCD, flashlight | Red backlight LCD, flashlight | Red backlight LCD, flashlight |
| Handgrip vibration | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Coil compatibility | V-series and Equinox EQX coils | V-series and Equinox EQX coils | V-series and Equinox EQX coils |
| Best for | The full feature set and the compact V10X coil at the lowest price | Deeper coverage, more tones, finer iron control | The complete two-coil kit with wireless earbuds |
All three run Multi-IQ simultaneous multi-frequency, are IP68 waterproof to 16 ft (5 m) with the whole detector submersible, update their software over the USB-C cable, and carry a 3 year limited warranty. The Vanquish 460 weighs 2.6 lb (1.16 kg); the 560 and Pro-Pack weigh 2.8 lb (1.26 kg). Step up to the Vanquish 560 for the larger V12X search coil, five target tones, and Iron Bias that reaches −1 for iron-choked ground. Step up to the Pro-Pack for the second V8X precision search coil and ML60 wireless earbuds included.
Your Equinox coils cross over
Here is a detail most buyers miss: the Vanquish 60 Series accepts the Minelab Equinox EQX06, EQX11, and EQX15 coils as well as its own V-series coils. If you already own an Equinox, this makes a superb waterproof backup, and your existing coils come with you. It also means the V8X, V10X, and V12X coils interchange across the whole Vanquish family, so a household running more than one Minelab, whether it is a spouse, a kid learning the hobby, or your own second machine, shares one set of coils instead of buying doubles.
The V12X search coil
The V12X 12 in x 9 in (30 x 23 cm) Double-D search coil increases ground coverage and depth while holding solid target separation. The Double-D design handles mineralized ground efficiently and keeps IDs steady in iron-heavy soil, making it a strong choice for open parks, fields, and beaches.
What is included
- Minelab Vanquish 560 detector
- V12X 12 in x 9 in (30 x 23 cm) Double-D search coil with skid plate
- Wired 3.5 mm (1/8 in) headphones
- Removable armrest with strap
- USB-C magnetic charging cable
- Getting Started Guide
Specifications
- Technology: Multi-IQ simultaneous multi-frequency
- Search modes: Park, Field, Beach, plus custom User Profile
- Search coil: V12X 12 in x 9 in (30 x 23 cm) Double-D
- Coil compatibility: V8X, V10X, V12X, and Minelab Equinox EQX06, EQX11, EQX15
- Discrimination segments: 30
- Sensitivity levels: 10
- Iron Bias: −1 to 2
- Target tones: 5
- Target ID range: 119 levels (ferrous −19 to 0, non-ferrous 1 to 99)
- Audio: Built-in speaker, wired 3.5 mm headphones, and Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3 codec)
- Vibration: Handgrip vibration
- Display: Red-backlit monochrome LCD with built-in flashlight
- Waterproof: IP68, whole detector submersible to 16 ft (5 m)
- Battery: Internal 4500 mAh lithium-ion, up to 10 hours; USB-C magnetic charging
- Software: Field-updatable over the USB-C cable
- Weight: 2.8 lb (1.26 kg)
- Shaft: Extends to 56 in (142 cm), collapses to 31 in (79 cm)
- Warranty: 3 year limited (control box and coil)
- Best for: Coin shooting, relic hunting, parks, fields, beaches, shallow water
Who you are buying from
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