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Was looking to upgrade to a Mega SI g2n unit with the deals coming out. I can get a 10" for about 1200 and found a 12" for 1800 or do I just wait for the g3n in 10" for 2000?? Are you guys happy g2n or will you want to upgrade to g3n. My only interest in Mega+ g3n would be 20% clearer pics on top of how clear the Mega already is.
I’m perfectly happy with my Mega 10 si. I bought it when my 899 si bit the dust. I’m not one that likes to buy the older tech if the new one is out....on any electronics. Many like to wait for the new to come out so they can get the older model at a good deal.....nothing wrong with either position. If I didn’t already have a working Mega unit I would go for the later model. I have seen the videos and it does have a clearer image.....but I have to say any Mega I’ve seen has a great image.
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I am not sure how much improved the image clarity will improve but the range for the mega will be extended 200' instead of the current 125' . I think the real improvemet of the mega + units will be the improved 2d with the low q dual spectrum transducers. The new transducer will be compatible with the new Gen 3 series and come in different applications from transom mount to shoot thru
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Originally Posted by BeerRun
Is this the same transducer that is integrated into the latest Minnkota trolling motors?
I’m with Alpha Hawk.
My first gen Solix is so clear I will not upgrade.
Swamp it would be good if you could just take a trip with someone that has one.
Sure you already knew that.
FF have gotten so good in general, image wise, that it’s astounding.
I may, have upgraded to the new TD if that had been an option.
However since that’s not an option I am a little ticked at HB.
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Yeah Redge, went with buddy this summer who has 9" Mega and was impressed with clearity and also having true DI. But the claim is 20% clearer with g3n models. What about this thought and I'm only talking clearity. I believe on g2n models as you went up in size you got more screen pixels giving better definition so could it be that a 12" Mega g2n could have just as good definition as a 10" Mega+ g3n??????
First let me say I love my Helix 10 Mega SI g2n. Best SI out there but I think the 2d and di could be better. I also have a Helix 12 Mega DI unit. Love it, best 2d and di images I have seen. A friend bought a Helix 12 SI for me to compare, yes it does give a better image than my 10. I would like to upgrade to the Mega+ unit just to improve my 2d and di images but the 12 inch unit plays a big part as well. A Helix 12 g2n SI at that price is a good deal. I'm holding out for a Helix 12 Mega+ g3n, I may be waiting for awhile
Absolutely love my mega 10 probably want ever up grade unless this one breaks!
Good thinking, I don’t know the answer to that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Swampseed
Hopefully Rickie can answer that.
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Curious where you are pricing the 10". I'm in the market myself.Quote:
Originally Posted by Swampseed
Cabelas has it for 1400 and have 10% off club members that I would have to use tomorrow and got about 150 bucks in points. Sheels has the 12'' for 1800 which seems like heck of a deal. I'm just having a hard time trying to figure out which way I should go.
Buy two G2N 10" models that have the higher pixel count screens, use one fo just SI and the other to share DI, 2d and mapping views! Then you have bigger different multiple display images at the same time for not much more than the one larger new unit.Quote:
Originally Posted by Swampseed
I like the bang for the buck mode as long as it gives me performance I am happy with, the current HB mega units are very good in my opinion to seriously consider that closeout pricing would be something I would not pass up personally.
The screen resolution on the units hasn't changed, the mega+ transducers are longer than the original mega transducers, this is what will give you the more sharper images (the longer imaging elements in the transducer)
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Originally Posted by oomph
yes, but not sure if the minn kota TM will have the mega + transducer. There is a mega di/2d transducer now that will work for helix Di/Solix mega units currently this maybe what is in the TM since the gen 2 helix DI units are compatible with the new Di trolling motors
I would go with the Helix 12 G2N for $1,800.00. I have the 9 Mega and my problem is now my screen isn't large enough to use mapping, SI, DI and 2D all on the same screen. So now I'm looking for a 7" unit just to use for the map. I'm very pleased with the clarity of the G2N Mega, not sure 20% more clarity would make much difference at all.
Thanks to all for the input! I ended up going with the 12" g2n, just thought I couldn't pass up a 12" unit. So I went to Cabela's and did the price match that Scheels had for 1800. Then I got 10% off and had 156 bucks in points, kicker was 171.84 in sales tax! Bottom line got it for 1634.25. I think I got a pretty good deal.
congrats!Quote:
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That's a great deal, congratulations. Now get out and post some screenshots, love looking at all the images.
I have a mega 10 and a mega 12 g2n, to be honest I think you would be splitting (hairs) as they say in regards to picture quality being any better than these units. This is just my opinion but It gets to a point where you are wasting your money for details so minuet you really cant benefit from them.
These Helix mega units are more than any fisherman would ever need, UNLESS money is no problem? Then I would up date every two yrs just for bragging rights!
Find a Helix 12 mega SI on sale and grab it!!