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The XP Deus II is a fully wireless multi-frequency metal detector that communicates between coil, remote control, headphones, and optional pinpointer using XP's patented radio protocol system. Built for detectorists hunting coins, relics, and gold across mineralized ground, saltwater beaches, and iron-choked sites, this platform pairs Fast Multi Frequency technology with latency-free target transmission for fast recovery speed and accurate target ID. The WS6-ST Master configuration ships with an 11-inch FMF coil, wireless stereo headphones with onboard controls, and an S-telescopic rod for field-ready setup out of the box. Hunters who pick up the Deus II often cross-shop the rest of the XP Deus II metal detector lineup, particularly configurations with alternative coil sizes.
What's Included with the XP Deus II WS6-ST Master
- XP Deus II metal detector with 11-inch FMF search coil and coil cover
- WS6-ST wireless stereo headphones with storage case, 64x64px display, and 4-band equalizer
- S-telescopic rod
- DEUS II Lite charging cable for three components
- Connection clamp
Fast Multi Frequency Performance in Mineralized Ground and Saltwater
Parks and Lawns
The Deus II runs simultaneous multi-frequency detection or selects from 49 single frequencies between 4 and 45 kHz, letting you adapt to ground conditions without swapping coils. We've run the platform in Arizona caliche and wet Pacific Northwest sand where single-frequency machines struggle with false signals; the FMF mode stabilizes over hot rocks and delivers clean target ID on deep silver in trashy iron. The wireless coil transmits target signals to the headphones without latency, so you catch fast-moving targets in high-traffic tot lots and recover masked coins under pull tabs.
Beach and Saltwater
The coil carries IP68 waterproof rating to 20 meters, making the Deus II a capable surf hunter when paired with the optional waterproof antenna for submerged operation. Multi-frequency transmission cuts through wet salt mineralization that causes single-frequency VLF detectors to chatter and drift. Ground balance options include tracking, grab, and manual modes, so you can lock settings on dynamic black sand or let the machine auto-adjust as you move from dry sand to the surf line. The water resistant control housing is rainproof but not submersible; keep it above the waterline during surf wading.
Farm Fields and Old Homesteads
Iron-choked colonial sites and Civil War camps benefit from the Deus II's adjustable reactivity and multi-notch discrimination. The platform offers nine reactivity levels and ferrous bottle cap rejection across five levels, letting you unmask high-conductors beside square nails and fence staples. Audio response carries eight levels and multi-tone options from single-tone to five-tone, pitch, and full tones with expert modes for custom audio mapping. We've pulled seated silver from Virginia red clay and deep large cents from New England stone walls using the machine's manual ground balance and threshold controls to cut EMI from power lines and stabilize over variable soil.
Gold Prospecting in Mineralized Terrain
Single-frequency selection down to 4 kHz gives the Deus II sensitivity to larger nuggets in hot ground, while the upper range handles small flake gold when you swap to higher frequencies. The 11-inch coil covers ground efficiently in dry washes and bench deposits; optional 9-inch and 13x11-inch coils are available for tighter brush or deeper penetration. Threshold and audio frequency are adjustable, so you can run a faint hum and catch whisper targets in ironstone country.

Wireless Architecture and Onboard Controls
- Latency-free wireless link between coil, remote, headphones, and optional MI-6 pinpointer: XP's patented radio protocol transmits target signals without delay, so you hear iron grunts and high-tone silver the instant the coil passes over them.
- WS6-ST headphones with onboard interface: adjust settings, switch programs, and monitor battery status directly from the headphones without reaching for the remote control, useful when you're hip-mounting the remote or running the machine as a two-piece setup.
- Four-band equalizer and full audio library: shape tone response to emphasize mid-conductors or cut low-frequency iron hum, and select from PWM, square, and other sound types to match your listening preference.
- Twelve factory programs plus twelve user slots: store custom settings for specific sites or target types, and recall them in the field without re-entering discrimination windows or reactivity levels.
- USB software updates: XP releases firmware improvements and new features via internet connection, so the platform evolves without hardware replacement.

Compare within the Family
| Feature | Deus II 9" Coil | Deus II 13x11" Coil | Deus II 11" Coil |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil Size | 9in FMF (22.5cm) | 13in x 11in FMF (34x28cm) | 11in FMF (28cm) |
| Headphones | WS6-ST wireless stereo with 64x64px display | WS6-ST wireless stereo with 64x64px display | WS6-ST wireless stereo with 64x64px display |
| Frequencies | Simultaneous multi-frequency or 49 single frequencies (4 to 45 kHz) | Simultaneous multi-frequency or 49 single frequencies (4 to 45 kHz) | Simultaneous multi-frequency or 49 single frequencies (4 to 45 kHz) |
| Waterproof Rating | IP68 coil (20m / 66ft), rainproof remote and headphones | IP68 coil (20m / 66ft), rainproof remote and headphones | IP68 coil (20m / 66ft), rainproof remote and headphones |
| Stem | S-telescopic | S-telescopic | S-telescopic |
| Warranty | Five-year parts and labor | Five-year parts and labor | Five-year parts and labor |
Specifications
- Detection Frequencies: Simultaneous multi-frequency or 49 single frequencies from 4 to 45 kHz
- Coil: 11in (28cm) FMF search coil with cover, waterproof IP68 to 20m (66ft)
- Headphones: WS6-ST wireless stereo, rainproof, 82g, 15-hour battery life
- Remote Control Battery Life: 15 to 30 hours depending on audio output
- Coil Battery Life: 8 to 20 hours depending on programs and frequencies
- Stem: S-telescopic, 58cm folded / 130cm extended, 370g
- Remote Weight: 150g with battery
- Coil Weight: 470g
- Display: 8192 pixels (remote), 64x64px (headphones)
- Ground Balance: Tracking, grab, manual
- Audio: Multi-tone (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, pitch, full tones, expert modes), 10 volume levels, 4-band equalizer
- Reactivity: 9 levels (0 to 5)
- Discrimination: Multi-notch with adjustable window width, ferrous bottle cap rejection (5 levels)
- Programs: 12 factory + 12 user
- Charging Time: Less than 3 hours (USB)
- Operating Temperature: 0 to +40°C
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Warranty: Five years parts and labor (batteries, chargers, connectors: two years)
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
Serious Detecting is an authorized XP Metal Detectors dealer, so your Deus II ships with an authentic factory serial number and a genuine five-year manufacturer warranty backed directly by XP's specialized customer support. Our team has run the Deus II platform across Pacific Northwest beaches, Arizona goldfields, and East Coast colonial sites, and we stock the full accessory ecosystem including optional coils, waterproof headphones, and the MI-6 pinpointer. Every order ships free, and our 30-day return policy and price-match guarantee mean you're covered if you need to adjust your setup or find a lower advertised price. When you're ready to pair a dedicated pinpointer with your Deus II, check our best pinpointers for metal detecting guide for field-tested recommendations.
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