Garrett Goldmaster 24k

The Goldmaster 24k is a Garrett VLF gold detector running 48 kHz, with a 0 to 99 target ID. Garrett gives its weight as approx. 3.0-3.4 lb (3.4 lb max).

Specs read Oct. 16, 2026 on garrett.comListed on Amazon as the detector alone

48 kHzOne frequency

CoilWaterproof part

3.4 lbWeight

Goldmaster 24k tech specsFacts from Garrett's product page, rewritten. A value Garrett does not publish is marked.
Technology	Single frequency
Frequencies	48 kHz
Waterproofing	Coil only (depth not published)
Weight	3.4 lb
Coil	6 x 10-inch elliptical DD
Battery	8 x AA
Battery life	Up to 45 hApprox. 45 h (Garrett estimate)
Search modes	VCO audio, 2-tone beep audio
Target ID	0 to 99
Display	Not published
Warranty	3 years
Status	In the current range

Source: Garrett, Goldmaster 24k product page (opens in a new tab), read Oct. 16, 2026.

Not publishedDisplay: No display type named on the product page.

How it differs from its neighbors

Fisher's Gold Bug 2 runs higher, at 71 kHz, and lists no target ID or display. It weighs 2.9 lb and lists up to 35 hours on 2 x 9 V.

The AT Gold is the Garrett to take into fresh water, rated submersible to 10 feet in fresh water. Its target ID also runs 0 to 99, with 44 levels of iron discrimination.

Minelab's Gold Monster 1000 works at 45 kHz with Gold and Deep All Metal modes and weighs 2.94 lb. It comes with a digging shovel, a car charging cable and an AA adapter.

Garrett states a 3-year limited warranty for all its metal detectors, the Goldmaster included.

Goldmaster 24k and Gold Bug 2 compared
Spec	DetectorGoldmaster 24k	BundleGold Bug 2
Frequencies	48 kHz	71 kHz
Waterproofing	CoilWaterproof part	CoilWaterproof part
Weight	3.4 lb	2.9 lb
Battery	8 x AA	2 x 9 V
Target ID	0 to 99	Not published
Display	Not published	Not published
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