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Garmin GT56UHD-TM Transducer
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SKU: WX2*0728764
Overview
Built for anglers who want a single transducer to handle multiple sonar views, this Garmin unit combines Ultra High-Definition ClearVu, SideVu, and high wide CHIRP traditional sonar in one package. It is designed to help you identify structure and fish below and to the sides of the boat, with vivid imaging and multiple frequencies for use across different depths. The transom-mount setup is intended for the back of a boat hull, and the included hardware also supports trolling motor installation. For boaters who want broad sonar coverage without switching between separate units, it offers a practical all-in-one approach.
Why Hunters Choose the Garmin
All-in-one Transducer
Combines ClearVu, SideVu, and high
Ultra High-definition
ClearVu provides detailed views of
Ultra High-definition
SideVu shows structure and fish
Sidevu Offers
20% greater range at 1,000
High Wide
CHIRP delivers clear target separation
Key Features
- All-in-one transducer with Ultra High-Definition ClearVu, SideVu, and high wide CHIRP traditional sonar.
- ClearVu scanning sonar provides image clarity of structure and fish below your boat.
- SideVu scanning sonar shows structure and fish off the sides of your boat.
- SideVu sonar offers 20% greater range at 1,000 kHz.
- High wide CHIRP traditional sonar delivers clear target separation and definition up to 800 feet.
- Includes transom mount installation hardware and can also be installed on a trolling motor.
Best Used For
- Boat anglers wanting Ultra High-Definition scanning sonar for structure and fish below and beside the boat
- Users needing transom mount installation with included trolling motor mounting options
- Anglers fishing varying depths who want 455 kHz, 800 kHz, and 1,000 kHz coverage
- Boaters prioritizing clear target separation with high wide CHIRP traditional sonar
- Serious fishermen seeking vivid sonar imaging for locating targets and structure
Specifications
| Chirp Frequency Range | 150-240 kHz |
|---|---|
| Clear Vu Frequencies | 455/800/1000 kHz |
| Frequency Support | 455 kHz, 800 kHz, 1,000 kHz |
| Included Accessories | Transom mount, mounting hardware, ferrite beads, documentation |
| Installation Options | Transom mount installation; can be installed on a trolling motor with included equipment |
| Maximum Depth | up to 800' below your boat |
| Mount Type | Transom mount |
| Scanning Sonar | Ultra High-Definition ClearVu and SideVu scanning sonars |
| Side Vu Frequencies | 455/800/1000 kHz |
| Side Vu Range Increase | 20% greater range at 1,000 kHz |
| Traditional Sonar | High wide CHIRP traditional sonar |
| Transducer Type | Transom mount |
Pros
- All-in-one transducer combines ClearVu, SideVu, and high wide CHIRP sonar.
- Ultra High-Definition ClearVu provides detailed views of structure and fish below.
- Ultra High-Definition SideVu shows structure and fish off to the sides.
- SideVu offers 20% greater range at 1,000 kHz.
- High wide CHIRP delivers clear target separation and definition up to 800 feet.
- Includes transom mount and trolling motor installation hardware.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Transom mount installation is designed for the back of the boat hull, so it may not suit every rig or mounting preference without the included trolling motor option.
- The transducer is built around multiple sonar modes and frequencies, which adds versatility but also means setup and interpretation may be more involved than a single-purpose unit.
- High wide CHIRP traditional sonar is specified up to 800' below the boat, while the scanning sonar modes are optimized differently, so each mode has its own practical use case rather than one universal setting.
- The package includes mounting hardware and documentation, but it does not include a display unit or other electronics needed to use the transducer.
Suggested Comparisons
- Transom-mount transducers
- Trolling motor transducers
- Scanning sonar transducers
- CHIRP traditional sonar transducers
Suggested Accessories
- Transducer mount hardware
- Trolling motor mounting accessories
- Sonar cable management accessories
- Fish finder display unit
Frequently Asked Questions
What sonar views does the GT56UHD-TM provide?
It offers Ultra High-Definition ClearVu scanning sonar, Ultra High-Definition SideVu scanning sonar, and high wide CHIRP traditional sonar.
What frequencies are supported by this transducer?
The product data lists 455 kHz, 800 kHz, and 1,000 kHz, and says the high-wide CHIRP sonar has a frequency range of 150–240 kHz in each transmission.
How is the GT56UHD-TM mounted?
The transducer is designed for transom mount installation on the back of a boat hull. The included equipment also allows installation on a trolling motor.
What is included in the box?
The box includes the GT56UHD-TM transducer, transom mount, mounting hardware, ferrite beads, and documentation.
Does the product data specify how deep it can read?
The description says high wide CHIRP traditional sonar provides target separation and definition up to 800' below the boat. It does not provide a depth rating for every sonar mode.