XP ICON Fast Multi-Frequency Metal Detector with 11-Inch FMF Search Coil (Open Box)

The XP ICON operates on simultaneous multi-frequency FMF technology with automatic and manual frequency shift, plus two mono frequencies at 4 kHz and 14 kHz. The FMF mode transmits multiple frequencies at once rather than cycling through them sequentially, maintaining stable target ID across mineralized soil, wet sand, and trashy sites where single-frequency detectors struggle. The mono frequencies let you isolate specific target types when conditions favor single-frequency operation, such as hunting small gold in highly mineralized ground or working iron-heavy sites where multi-frequency can amplify false signals.

The XP ICON's coil and lower stem are waterproof to 6 feet, and the control housing is splash-resistant, making it suitable for wet sand hunting and wading in shallow surf. For underwater detecting beyond wading depth, an optional bone conduction headset is required, as the standard wireless headphones are not submersible. The waterproof rating covers saltwater environments, so the coil and lower stem can be fully submerged in ocean surf or freshwater creeks without damage.

The XP ICON weighs 1.85 pounds fully equipped with the 11-inch FMF coil, remote control, and batteries installed. The detachable arm cup and collapsible Blue S-Telescopic Lite Stem reduce wrist and shoulder fatigue during 4- to 6-hour hunts. The stem folds to 58 cm for transport and extends to 130 cm for full-length operation, accommodating detectorists of varying heights without adding weight.

The XP ICON is compatible with the full range of Deus II FMF coils, including the 9-inch round, 11-inch elliptical, and 13-inch round FMF coils. This compatibility lets you swap to smaller coils for trashy sites or larger coils for open fields and beach hunting without replacing the detector. The ICON also works with XP's HF2 high-frequency coils for gold prospecting in mineralized ground. For detectorists exploring waterproof metal detectors 10–16 feet rated for deeper submersion, the coil ecosystem provides upgrade paths as your hunting scenarios expand.

The XP ICON's rechargeable batteries in the remote, coil, and headphones run approximately 11 hours on a single charge, covering a full day of detecting without needing a recharge. Charging takes about 3 hours from empty to full. The battery life applies to all three components, so you're not managing different charge cycles for the remote and coil. The wireless operation eliminates cable wear and connector failures that shorten the lifespan of wired detectors.

The XP ICON with 11-inch FMF coil does not include headphones. The detector supports wireless headphones, wired headphones, bone conduction headphones for underwater use, and a built-in speaker for surface detecting when audio privacy is not required. The WSA ST wireless headphones are available as a separate purchase or bundled with the ICON in the model that includes them. The wireless protocol is latency-free, so audio response is instant when using XP's wireless headphones.

The XP ICON can detect gold jewelry, coins, and small nuggets in parks, fields, and wet sand using the simultaneous multi-frequency FMF mode, which maintains sensitivity to low-conductors like small gold while still reaching depth on high-conductors like silver. The 4 kHz mono frequency mode provides additional sensitivity to larger gold nuggets in mineralized ground. For dedicated gold prospecting in highly mineralized terrain, the ICON's compatibility with XP's HF2 high-frequency coils extends its capability to sub-gram nuggets in ironstone and hot soil. Detectorists shopping metal detectors $400–$1,000 will find the ICON's multi-frequency platform competitive with single-frequency VLF detectors at this price point.

The XP ICON offers three ground balance modes: Grab, Manual, and Auto Tracking. Grab mode samples the ground when you pump the coil and sets the ground balance automatically, suitable for stable soil conditions in parks and lawns. Manual mode lets you adjust ground balance in single-point increments for fine-tuning in variable mineralization. Auto Tracking mode continuously adjusts ground balance as you walk, adapting to soil changes in plowed fields and beaches where mineralization varies across the site. The multi-notch discrimination system with 28 segments works in conjunction with ground balance to reject iron and aluminum trash while accepting good targets in the same conductivity range.

The XP ICON has three factory programs and three user-customizable program slots. The factory programs are optimized for common hunting scenarios, parks, fields, and beaches, and let you power on and start detecting within seconds. The three user slots let you save custom settings for specific sites or target types, such as a high-reactivity program for trashy tot lots or a low-discrimination program for relic hunting in iron-heavy farm fields. Each program stores sensitivity, reactivity, discrimination, audio tone, and ground balance settings independently.

The XP ICON is suitable for beginners due to its three factory programs that eliminate the need to learn discrimination, reactivity, and ground balance settings before your first hunt. The intuitive remote interface with a sunlight-readable LCD display and the wireless operation with no cables to manage reduce the setup complexity that discourages new detectorists. The lightweight 1.85-pound design keeps wrist fatigue low during the learning phase when swing technique is still developing. Experienced detectorists appreciate the three user-customizable program slots and compatibility with the Deus II FMF coil ecosystem for advanced applications.

The XP ICON carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. XP offers an optional warranty extension for an additional 5 years, providing long-term support for detectorists who hunt frequently in harsh environments like saltwater beaches and mineralized desert soil. The warranty is valid when purchased from an authorized XP dealer, and Serious Detecting is an authorized XP dealer with direct access to XP's technical support and firmware update network.