Hunting carp requires good gear, tasty bait, and perseverance. When a trophy fish engulfs your bait, you do not want to miss it! A bite alarm is an indispensable tool. An analog alarm is better than no alarm. But, I prefer to go high-tech. So I purchased two Fox Micron+ bite alarms.
The Micron M+ has high-end features at a low-end price. First, the unit operates on two standard AAA batteries, which are readily available. Second, the Piezo speaker and 5 mm red LED will sound and light when a fish is swimming away with your bait. I like to turn the indexed volume knob on the front all the way up. But, when stealth is required, I turn the volume down. Third, the robust rubber ear inlays prevent rod slippage. I target BIG fish. Rod slippage is not an option.
If you are targeting carp, you need a bite alarm. If you go digital, I strongly recommend the Fox Micron+ available from Wacker Baits.
