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Opinions on Marcum lx3

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Brad B Veteran

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My first flasher was a LX3 (non TC version). I sold that and got the LX3TC. I still use it and wouldn't be with out it. I am going to upgrade to either a LX5 or LX7 next year if it works out but if not atleast I will still have the LX3. they are a very good mid price range flasher with all the nice features. I would not have a problem buying another LX3 if I needed a cheaper but nice flasher.

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CaptainMusky Grand Master

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For the money they are phenomenal units. I love the zoom that can be dialed in anywhere in depth column unlike other units. way better than the fl 8 I upgraded from, not even remotely close to a comparison. Quiet, reliable, crisp, clear, easy to get rid of interference with other units.

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since the marcum cost like 400 bucks, i would recommend you get the vexilar, i just got the Vexilar Fl-12 and its amazing you could get the Fl-8 gens or pro pack or the Fl-12 which is 400 bucks, i never tried a marcum so i could only recommend a Vexilar.

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I just upgraded two lx3s for 2 lx5s. I have not had a chance to use them yet but from what I have read they are a little bit better. My thoughts are if you are going to spend that much money you might as well spend the extra $100 and get the lx5. Since you are going to get $50 back on a rebate. I loved the lx3s and I am guessing I will love the lx5s as well.

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since the marcum cost like 400 bucks, i would recommend you get the vexilar, i just got the Vexilar Fl-12 and its amazing you could get the Fl-8 gens or pro pack or the Fl-12 which is 400 bucks, i never tried a marcum so i could only recommend a Vexilar.

The Fl-12 is in no way comparible to an LX-3tc. Not saying vex's are bad as I just upgraded from an fl-8 to an Lx-3.

Things that an LX-3 has that the fl-12 doesnt:

Fully adjustable zoom

5x the power

Soft case

Better target separation

And MUCH quieter!

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CaptainMusky Grand Master

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It's funny how the vex lovers always come into these threads and share their 2 cents. You cannot event compare an fl 12 or 8 to an lx 3. Not even close. 30 yrs ago someone came out with a vexilar. 30 years later they have not changed with technology and they charge 10 times the price. I guess their marketing team deserves some credit. Feature for feature the vex doesn't compare.

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I use a vexilar right now the fl-8se. I am checking out the marcums myself. Definately will be looking at the lx-3tc or the lx-5. Probably the 5 for me. If your looking at just the money part of it you get much more for your money with options and accessories with marcum units. To all the vex guys that chime in here don't waste the time of guys looking at this unit. BTW if you haven't figured it out yet by the time you are done buying a soft pack, mag sheid, and what ever transducer upgrade you could save and just get the lx. Who ever is trying to stick the fl-8 and the lx-3tc in the same league is crazy.

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PerchJerker Grand Master

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The LX-3 is a great flasher. The only feature it doesn't have that you might want is dual beam capability ....... if you want dual beam then you're looking at the LX-5. Other than that the LX-3 is loaded and the performance is outstanding.

The price is outstanding too, after the rebate you're looking at $330 with Free Shipping if you buy the LX-3tc At Pro Fishing Supply .

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since the marcum cost like 400 bucks, i would recommend you get the vexilar, i just got the Vexilar Fl-12 and its amazing you could get the Fl-8 gens or pro pack or the Fl-12 which is 400 bucks, i never tried a marcum so i could only recommend a Vexilar.

so buy less features for the same price?

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dan z Grand Master

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brother has a lx-3 and the only thing I dont like about it is he has to have the gain way up pretty much on ten to see his jig. and my vex right next to it has a gain of less than one and the jig looks like a fish(red)

So thats my 2c

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