Which is Better....a Narrow Beam or a Wide Beam Transducer?
So what's the difference?
Narrow beam means it covers 15 to 30 degrees, whereas wide beam means it covers 40 to 60 degrees.
Obviously this means that narrow beam transducers have a smaller coverage area so you won't see as big an area. But this also means that the clarity is much higher.
So when should you use one or the other?
The bottom line is that a narrow beam transducer is appropriate for shallow waters. Not seeing a wide area doesn't matter and you get a much better picture.
A transducer for shallow water use, is usually narrow beam and high frequency.
