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• Shara Ketterer

  

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  May 20, 2010 6:08:22 PM EDT

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  Hi there,

  Can anyone recommend certain EMF detectors to use? I'm in the market. ;-)

• Clint Forsberg

  

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  May 23, 2010 8:35:40 AM EDT

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  Hi Shara,
  
  Personally, I like the Mel-8704 meter family. There are several different flavors available to suit your needs. Mine does EMF and Temp simultaneously or fast EMF tracking. It has a built in LED flashlight (handy on stairways) and also has a record feature that shows the min & max values. I think it cost around a hundred dollars on Amazon. I may get another one that also has a built in KII feature. Hope that this helps......Clint
• Shara Ketterer

  

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  May 23, 2010 5:34:34 PM EDT

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  Thanks, that helps a lot! I like the idea of the flashlight built in. Gotta love Amazon. :-)
• Deleted Member

  
  June 5, 2010 9:56:51 AM EDT

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  The tri-field meter seems to be the way to go with EMF detection. Most other sensing devices, including, Cell-Sensor, ELF Zone, K-II etc are affected by artificial sources too often giving false impressions of activity. The Tri-field doesn't seem to be affected by these sources. As most investigators have learned, the digital type meters can be affected by cellular phones, walkie-talkies, short wave radio. They were originally designed for those thinking that they may be affected by high EMF being radiated from sources such as CRT screens, computers and microwave ovens. While they can alert the investigator to possible sources of EMF, they are limited in their capabilities. Another point would be the affect of low batteries in these devices. In a nutshell....when using them for investigation, do not rely on them as a sole means of detection....do your homework, look for all possible outside sources and always, ALWAYS get a second opinion from another reputable investigator.
  
   

  This post was edited by Phil Payette at June 5, 2010 9:56:51 AM EDT
• Wes Forsythe

  

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  June 8, 2010 9:48:02 PM EDT

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  Personally I quickly found out that my favorites were the ones with their own light source. Shining a flashlight at an EMF meter (did anyone watch Ghost Hunter Academy this week? Totally clumsy) ruins your night vision. I'm still trying several different ones so I'm not sure which is best, but am getting real attached to my K2 for just this reason.

• Phantom Lite Illuminators

  

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  June 8, 2010 11:43:55 PM EDT

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  I have the mel vibe pro nav great tool !does everything you need in one handy dandy hand held!
• Clint Forsberg

  

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  June 9, 2010 8:00:45 PM EDT

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  I'm not sure if I like the green or red display on the Mel Meters? Does anyone have an opinion as to which, if any, is better?
• Ghost Stop

  

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  June 9, 2010 8:04:39 PM EDT

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  I always say it depends on your investigation style. My trifield natural is like my right hand... accurate and sensative as all get out but you can't go walking around with that thing. The Mels are a good 'wearer of many hats' type meter. See my equipment at GhostStop.com
• Ghost Stop

  

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  June 9, 2010 8:06:56 PM EDT

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  Clint,
  The green is bright - best for daytime use. The red is easier on the eyes while investigating in the dark.
• Phantom Lite Illuminators

  

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  June 9, 2010 8:08:22 PM EDT

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  I like the red does a great job if you need it...
• Phil Gibson

  

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  August 5, 2010 10:39:42 AM EDT

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  I recently bought a K-2 and a Mel Meter 8704. The K-2 is good cuse you don't have to be staring at it to keep an eye on it and the lights are very vsible. Some even beep when a good hit is found. The Mel is very well built. Sturdy. The red light is less of a blind when you use it in the darkness. The Tri-field were a little more than what I wanted to spend right now.
• Phil Payette

  

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  February 14, 2011 6:42:41 PM EST

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  Clint Forsberg said:
  Hi Shara,
  
  Personally, I like the Mel-8704 meter family. There are several different flavors available to suit your needs. Mine does EMF and Temp simultaneously or fast EMF tracking. It has a built in LED flashlight (handy on stairways) and also has a record feature that shows the min & max values. I think it cost around a hundred dollars on Amazon. I may get another one that also has a built in KII feature. Hope that this helps......Clint

  
  I went with your recommendation to Shara and just bought my own Mel Meter. I wanted the one with the K-II but I didn't want to pay that price - so I got the regular one which cost $93.00

  
• Phil Payette

  

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  April 12, 2011 6:51:19 AM EDT

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  A review of the Mel Meters at Creepy Hollow Gear:
  
  http://www.creepyhollowgear.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=97:the-mel-meter-review&catid=44:product-review&Itemid=90