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Minelab Wireless Audio WM08 & Charging Cable

SKU: 3011-0371

Wireless Audio WM08 & Charging Cable

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Minelab Wireless Audio

Minelab WM 08 Wireless Audio Module & Charging Cable

Keep your favourite wired headphones, but remove the cable running back to your detector. The Minelab WM 08 receives audio wirelessly from compatible EQUINOX detectors using Minelab Wi-Stream technology, giving you fast, responsive target audio while you move more freely in the field.

For EQUINOX 600 / 800 Approx. 17 ms Wi-Stream latency 3.5 mm headphone output Approx. 18 hour runtime Magnetic USB charging cable included
Compatibility note: The WM 08 is for Minelab EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 detectors. It is not for EQUINOX 700, EQUINOX 900, MANTICORE, X-TERRA PRO, X-TERRA ELITE, VANQUISH, CTX or GPZ detectors.

Why choose the WM 08?

Standard wired headphones are reliable, familiar and often more comfortable for long detecting sessions, but the cable can catch on clothing, tools, scrub or your detector shaft. The WM 08 solves that by letting you plug your wired headphones into a small module worn on your clothing, while the detector sends the audio wirelessly.

For detectorists who rely on precise audio timing, the big advantage is responsiveness. Wi-Stream is designed for fast detector audio, so target tones arrive with much less delay than standard Bluetooth. This helps when you are sweeping across a target and trying to pinpoint where the strongest response actually sits in the ground.

Ultra-fast response

Approx. 17 ms Wi-Stream audio delay between compatible EQUINOX detectors and the WM 08 module.

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Use wired headphones

Plug in your preferred 3.5 mm / 1⁄8-inch wired headphones and avoid a long headphone lead connected to the detector control pod.

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Long field runtime

Typical battery runtime is approximately 18 hours, with magnetic USB charging for simple top-ups between hunts.

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Training friendly

Up to four WM 08 modules can be paired and used at the same time, useful for coaching or shared listening sessions.

Detector compatibility

Compatible detectors

  • Minelab EQUINOX 600
  • Minelab EQUINOX 800

Not compatible with

  • EQUINOX 700 or EQUINOX 900
  • MANTICORE
  • X-TERRA PRO or X-TERRA ELITE
  • VANQUISH series
  • CTX 3030, GPZ series or older WM 10 / WM 12 audio systems
  • Generic Bluetooth transmitters or Bluetooth-only headphones by themselves

Technical specifications

Specification Details
Product name Minelab WM 08 Wireless Audio Module & Charging Cable
Minelab SKU / part number 3011-0371
Product type Wireless audio receiver module for compatible Minelab EQUINOX detectors
Wireless technology Minelab Wi-Stream digital wireless audio
Approximate wireless latency 17 ms between EQUINOX 600/800 and WM 08
Latency comparison WM 08 Wi-Stream: approx. 17 ms; aptX Low Latency: approx. 40 ms; standard Bluetooth: approx. 100 ms
Compatible detector models Minelab EQUINOX 600 and Minelab EQUINOX 800
Headphone output 3.5 mm / 1⁄8-inch headphone socket
Speaker No built-in speaker; headphones are required
1⁄4-inch headphone support Can be used with a suitable 1⁄8-inch to 1⁄4-inch headphone adaptor cable, such as Minelab part 3011-0369, where required
Waterproof headphone socket compatibility Socket is compatible with Minelab EQUINOX waterproof headphones, but the WM 08 module itself must not be submerged
Water resistance Water resistant only; not designed for underwater use
Battery type Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Typical battery runtime Approximately 18 hours
Charging connection USB-A to magnetic WM 08 charging connector
Approximate charge time Approximately 3 hours from flat to 100% when using a high-capacity charger greater than 1.7 A at 5 V
Power bank use Can continue operating while connected to a USB power bank; the power bank charges the WM 08 during use
Controls Power button and pairing button
Status indicators Battery status LED and connection status LED
Low battery indication Status LED flashes red when the battery requires charging
Charging indication LED flashes green while charging and remains on when fully charged
Multiple module support Up to four WM 08 audio modules can be paired and used simultaneously with one compatible EQUINOX detector
Mounting / wearing Can be attached to clothing using the integrated wire clip
Recommended wearing position Wear on the same side of your body as the detector for the most reliable wireless signal
Wireless limitations Bluetooth headphones and the WM 08 cannot be used at the same time
In the box WM 08 wireless audio module and magnetic USB charging cable
Physical dimensions / weight Not published in the verified Minelab product information available for this accessory

Best for

  • EQUINOX 600 or EQUINOX 800 users wanting faster wireless audio than standard Bluetooth.
  • Detectorists who prefer their own wired headphones for comfort, fit or sound quality.
  • Long sessions where cable snagging becomes frustrating.
  • Users replacing a lost or damaged WM 08 module.
  • Training situations where more than one person needs to hear the detector audio.

Important to know

  • This is a receiver module, not a pair of wireless headphones.
  • You still need wired headphones plugged into the WM 08.
  • The module is not waterproof and should not be submerged.
  • For underwater detecting, use the correct Minelab waterproof wired headphones connected directly to the detector.
  • Keep the module away from strong nearby wireless devices where possible, such as a smartphone sitting directly beside it.

How it works

Charge the WM 08 Connect the magnetic charging cable to the back of the module and plug the USB-A end into a suitable powered USB port.
Pair it to your EQUINOX 600 or 800 Turn on the WM 08, put it into pairing mode, then use the wireless button on the compatible EQUINOX control pod to pair.
Plug in your headphones Connect your wired 3.5 mm headphones to the WM 08 headphone socket. The WM 08 does not have its own speaker.
Wear it on the detector side Clip the module to your clothing on the same side as the detector to help keep the wireless signal as reliable as possible.

WM 08 vs Bluetooth headphones

Audio option Typical use Approx. latency
WM 08 Wi-Stream Fastest wireless option for EQUINOX 600/800 users who want to use wired headphones wirelessly Approx. 17 ms
aptX Low Latency Bluetooth Convenient wireless headphones with lower delay than standard Bluetooth Approx. 40 ms
Standard Bluetooth General wireless headphone connection, but less ideal for fast sweep target positioning Approx. 100 ms
Wired headphones direct to detector Simple, reliable audio connection, but with a cable running from your headphones to the detector Wired connection

Bottom line

The WM 08 is a practical upgrade or replacement accessory for EQUINOX 600 and EQUINOX 800 users who want fast wireless detector audio without giving up their preferred wired headphones. It is especially useful when target response timing matters, when you dislike headphone cables running to the control pod, or when you want a spare module ready for longer detecting sessions.

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