Ultimate Depth. Ultimate Control.
The GPZ 8000™ is Minelab’s newest flagship gold detector, engineered for advanced performance in challenging ground. Featuring Z-Set concentric toroidal coils and next-generation audio technology, it delivers exceptional depth, precision, and adaptability for serious prospectors.
Key Technologies
GeoZVT™ Technology
Proven ZVT™ depth with advanced signal control for high performance in mineralized, conductive, and EMI-heavy ground. Uncover gold in difficult conditions and turn challenging terrain into productive ground.

Ground Type Selection
Optimized performance for every ground condition with precise analysis and real-time adaptation to changing terrain.
- Four selectable ground types
- Echo Sonic Pro™ audio identifies ground conditions through nuanced stereo feedback
- Engineered to locate everything from shallow crumbs to deep nuggets
- Excels in mineralized and conductive soils
Coil Configuration
Single Coil Pack
The Single Coil Pack includes the Z18 Concentric Toroidal coil, designed to expand ground coverage and reach deeper soil layers.

Audio & Display
Echo Sonic Pro™ Audio
Experience rich, layered audio with enhanced stereo separation that sends distinct signal components to each ear.
- Designed for true stereo high-fidelity headphones
- Flat frequency response for maximum clarity
- Reveals subtle target differences without compromising depth
- Improves accurate identification of promising signals
Full-Color LCD Display
A vivid, full-color display paired with a clean, modern menu system makes settings easy to access and information easy to read.
- Clear and intuitive interface
- Excellent visibility in demanding field conditions
- Keeps you oriented and focused while detecting
Specifications
| Search Modes | |
| Available Modes |
Difficult Deep Difficult High Yield Normal Deep Normal Extra Deep |
| Detection Controls | |
| Sensitivity | Manual (1–10), Auto, and Auto+ |
| Noise Cancel | Automatic and Manual |
| Audio Features | |
| Wireless Audio | Low-Latency Wireless Audio |
| Volume Control | Levels 1 to 17 |
| Target Tones | Continuous |
| Included Headphones | Audiophile Headphones |
| Audio Output Options | Wired 3.5 mm headphones and low-latency wireless audio |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Length |
Extended: 177 cm (69.69 in) Collapsed: 102 cm (40.16 in) |
| Weight | 2.78 kg (6.1 lbs) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to +158°F) |
| Waterproof | Detector, coil, and WM 14 waterproof up to 1 m (3.3 ft) for less than 30 minutes |
| Additional Features | |
| Display | Full-Color LCD |
| Display Backlight | White (levels 1–3) |
| Keypad Backlight | No |
| Flashlight | Yes, white (levels 1–3) |
| Vibration | No |
| Key Technologies | |
| Audio Technology | Echo Sonic Pro™ Audio |
| Warranty | |
| Coverage | 3-year warranty on control box and coil (coverage may vary by region) |
| What’s in the Box | |
| Power | 7.2 V / 46 Wh lithium-ion removable battery pack |
| Included Accessories |
Z18 18" concentric toroidal coil 2× rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs Pro-Swing 125 harness 3× hip-strut lengths and hip-strut sockets Bungee cord and hooks Screen protector kit GA10 guide arm Audiophile wired headphones WM 14 wireless audio module Universal USB-C (AC) charger USB-C charging cables USB-C (DC) car charger with crocodile clip adaptor |
- Regular price
- $14,999.00