{"product":{"id":8351167906076,"title":"Nokta Legend SMF Metal Detector - Multi-Frequency Technology","body_html":"\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nokta Legend metal detector is the machine our team recommends to detectorists ready to leave single-frequency limits behind. Three simultaneous multi-frequency modes (M1, M2, M3) let it hold target ID through saltwater sand, iron-loaded relic ground, and mineralized soil that throws off any VLF running a fixed frequency. Built by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/nokta\"\u003eNokta\u003c\/a\u003e with a fully waterproof IP68 housing, a 60-segment target ID, and four field-tuned search modes, the Nokta Legend metal detector gives upgrade buyers Equinox-tier capability at a price closer to entry-level VLF. The shaft collapses to 25\" for travel, the LG30 12\" x 9\" DD coil ships installed, and the unit pulls 8 to 20 hours per charge depending on settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Gain Coming from a Single-Frequency VLF\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTarget IDs stay locked across damp sand, beach minerals, and iron-rich plowed fields where 5–8 kHz VLFs jump or null out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree simultaneous multi modes (M1 general, M2 high-conductor bias, M3 low\/mid-conductor bias) let you tune for high-conductive silver or low-conductive small gold without changing machines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGround Balance choices (Automatic, Manual, Tracking) handle hot rocks and changing soil on the move, so you stop pausing the hunt to rebalance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe 12\" x 9\" LG30 DD coil reaches deeper coins than a stock 8–10\" round coil while still giving usable separation in trash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIP68 waterproofing to 10 feet means surf, freshwater wading, and rinsed coil cleanups happen with zero worry about the control box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor a side-by-side feature breakdown against the newer model, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/blogs\/detecting-prospecting\/nokta-legend-vs-legend-2-real-world-comparison\"\u003eNokta Legend vs Legend 2 comparison\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNokta Legend control unit with carbon fiber shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLG30 12\" x 9\" Waterproof DD search coil with cover (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal 5050 mAh Lithium Polymer battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSB charging and data cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/4\" headphone adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick guide and user manual access\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/11000838_stock_1.jpg?v=1725478838\" alt=\"Nokta Legend SMF metal detector with 12 by 9 inch LG30 DD search coil, full machine view\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere the Nokta Legend Metal Detector Performs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSaltwater Beach and Wet Sand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet sand and salt mineralization mute VLFs and bury jewelry signals under chatter. The Legend's M3 multi-frequency mode and Beach search profile keep the threshold steady through the wash zone, and IP68 to 10 feet lets us submerge the coil and shaft without slowing down between waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMode: BEACH\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 18–22\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eiSAT (Iron Stability\/Recovery): 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGround Balance: Track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOld Homesteads and Iron-Heavy Relic Sites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellar holes and farm fields hide good targets under nail blankets and barbed wire. Field mode pairs the Legend's fast recovery with Iron Volume control, which lets us drop ferrous tone level low enough to hear a coin signal punch through. The 60-segment target ID resolves close-spaced targets that single-frequency machines smear together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMode: FIELD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 22–25\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIron Volume: 1–2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecovery Speed: 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGround Balance: Manual or Auto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePark Coin and Jewelry Hunts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern parks load the soil with foil, pull tabs, and bottle caps. Park mode runs Multi 1 with a tighter audio profile and Notch Filter so we can knock out specific junk ranges and still hear silver and large copper. Two-tone or four-tone audio works well here for fast ID.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMode: PARK\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 20–24\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTones: 2 or 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNotch: applied to 12–16 (foil\/tab range, adjust to local trash)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGround Balance: Auto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMineralized Gold Fields\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Field mode runs the Legend at 40 kHz single frequency for hot ground and sub-gram nuggets. Tracking ground balance keeps the threshold smooth while we sweep over rapidly shifting mineralization, and the Frequency Shift control kills EMI from nearby power lines or other detectors in the same area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMode: GOLD FIELD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 24–28\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThreshold: audible\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGround Balance: Tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMulti-Frequency and Iron Bias Technology in the Nokta Legend Metal Detector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Legend was Nokta's first simultaneous multi-frequency platform, and it transmits multiple frequencies at once instead of switching between them. That gives us stable target ID across changing soil and saltwater conditions, which is the core upgrade most buyers want when stepping up from a single-frequency VLF. Three Multi modes (M1, M2, M3) and five single frequencies (4, 10, 15, 20, 40 kHz) cover everything from low-conductive small gold up to high-conductive silver coins. Iron Volume and Tone Break give us granular control over how ferrous targets sound, so we can hunt confidently in heavy iron without losing audible cues on a good signal underneath. Recovery Speed scales from 1 to 8, and we keep it around 5 to 6 in trashy ground to separate good targets from nail signals without stripping depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/11000838_stock_5.jpg?v=1725479671\" alt=\"Nokta Legend metal detector control panel and LCD screen close-up showing target ID and search mode display\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild, Display, and Audio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Legend weighs 3 lbs with the LG30 coil installed and collapses from 52\" to 25\" for travel. Carbon fiber shaft sections, an updated arm cuff, and a balanced grip keep arm fatigue down on long hunts. The custom LCD has a backlight for low light, an LED flashlight for night digs, and a clear Target ID readout so we read targets without squinting. Vibration alerts come standard, which helps in surf or noisy public sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio runs through a built-in speaker, a 1\/4\" wired headphone jack, or low-latency Bluetooth aptX (paired headphones sold separately on the base configuration). Tone Volume, Tone Break, and Tone Frequency are all adjustable, so detectorists who hunt by ear can dial in the exact response curve they want. We pair this rig regularly with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/nokta-accupoint-pinpointer\"\u003eNokta AccuPoint pinpointer\u003c\/a\u003e for fast target recovery once the coil locates the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCoil Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included LG30 12\" x 9\" DD coil is the all-around choice and what we recommend keeping on the machine for general hunting. It balances depth and separation well across coins, relics, and jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor tight trash, sub-gram gold, or surgical work around foundations, the optional LG15 6\" coil offers improved pinpointing and target separation. The LG28 11\" round and LG24 9.5\" x 6\" elliptical sit between the two stock options and serve detectorists who want extra depth on coins (LG28) or better swing in tight cover (LG24). The LG35 13.5\" x 12.5\" is the depth-focused option for open fields and beaches when coverage and reach matter more than separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/nokta-the-legend-metal-detector-2025-styling-photo-4_e9954a2b-ce28-4a18-a204-608dd5315cdc.webp?v=1778267900\" alt=\"Nokta Legend metal detector lifestyle shot with full carbon fiber shaft assembly and LG30 coil\"\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Frequencies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi (3 modes: M1, M2, M3), 4, 10, 15, 20, 40 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSearch Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 (Park, Field, Beach, Gold Field)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom User Profiles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0–60 segments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Tones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Frequencies:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 Hz–1200 Hz adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity Levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGround Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic, Manual, Tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePinpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotch Filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Shift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSearch Coil:\u003c\/strong\u003e LG30 12\" x 9\" Waterproof DD with cover (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom LCD with backlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED Flashlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0 lbs (1.3 kg) including coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25\" to 52\" (63 cm to 132 cm) adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5050 mAh Lithium Polymer (8–20 hour runtime)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP68 to 10 ft (3 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy the Nokta Legend Metal Detector from Serious Detecting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerious Detecting is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/pages\/customer-care__about-us\"\u003eauthorized Nokta dealer\u003c\/a\u003e, so your Nokta Legend metal detector ships with the full 3-year manufacturer warranty intact and software registered correctly. Our team detects in the field, so the support you get post-purchase comes from people who actually run these machines and can answer real-world setup questions. Free U.S. shipping, 30-day returns, and our price-match guarantee apply on this product. If you want to see how the original Legend stacks up against the newer model before you commit, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seriousdetecting.com\/collections\/nokta-the-legend-2\"\u003eNokta Legend 2 collection\u003c\/a\u003e covers the next-generation upgrade with side-by-side specs and bundle options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","vendor":"Nokta Detection Technologies","product_type":"Metal Detectors","created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","handle":"nokta-the-legend-smf-metal-detector-w-lg30-12-x-9-coil","updated_at":"2026-05-31T01:40:19-04:00","published_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","template_suffix":null,"published_scope":"web","tags":"beach metal detector, gold detector, legend, legend metal detector, lg30 coil, multi-frequency metal detector, nokta, nokta detector, nokta legend, relic hunting, simultaneous multi-frequency, smf, smf technology, the legend, treasure hunting, waterproof detector","variants":[{"id":45432601379100,"product_id":8351167906076,"title":"Default Title","price":"549.00","sku":"11000838","position":1,"compare_at_price":"699.00","fulfillment_service":"manual","inventory_management":"shopify","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","updated_at":"2026-05-31T01:40:19-04:00","taxable":true,"barcode":"","grams":2608,"image_id":null,"weight":5.75,"weight_unit":"lb","requires_shipping":true,"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1},"price_currency":"USD","compare_at_price_currency":"USD","quantity_price_breaks":[]}],"options":[{"id":10578593644828,"product_id":8351167906076,"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}],"images":[{"id":46888553808156,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":1,"created_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:01-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend SMF metal detector with carbon fiber shaft and LG30 coil","width":2048,"height":2048,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/11000838_001_a6c08a1a-2c3e-42ad-afe5-09a778123c7e.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]},{"id":41472074219804,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":2,"created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend metal detector control panel showing multi-frequency display","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/11000838_stock_1-scaled_96b3a4d4-8f58-4a17-8b87-7953832bb14e.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]},{"id":41472074285340,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":3,"created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend SMF detector accessories including USB cable and headphone adapter","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/11000838_stock_2-scaled_c3e971fb-93b4-46c7-8436-d59a4fe01223.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]},{"id":41472074383644,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":4,"created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend waterproof LG30 12x9 inch DD search coil with protective cover","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/11000838_stock_5-scaled_fcc9120c-c827-409f-a0c5-bd741efea4d2.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]},{"id":41472074318108,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":5,"created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend metal detector fully assembled showing retractable shaft design","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/11000838_stock_3-scaled_6b917b40-0161-4065-98a6-acb688de9958.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]},{"id":41472074350876,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":6,"created_at":"2023-06-13T14:46:50-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend SMF detector components laid out showing included accessories","width":1600,"height":1600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/products\/11000838_stock_4-scaled_34e6b31e-8722-46de-b09c-e7e6d0fc1066.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]}],"image":{"id":46888553808156,"product_id":8351167906076,"position":1,"created_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:01-04:00","updated_at":"2024-09-04T15:28:03-04:00","alt":"Nokta Legend SMF metal detector with carbon fiber shaft and LG30 coil","width":2048,"height":2048,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/1464\/9628\/files\/11000838_001_a6c08a1a-2c3e-42ad-afe5-09a778123c7e.jpg?v=1725478083","variant_ids":[]}}}